12-25-2005, 07:44 PM
[cool][#0000ff]I have only treated one of my former inner tube air chambers with the sealant. It is a gooey stuff that comes in sqeeze bottles in the tire section of your favorite "big box" store...or at a real tire store. You remove the valve core from the inner tube and then squeeze it in. Then you replace the valve core, partially air up the tube and rotate it so that the sticky stuff coats the outside surface of the tube. Once properly treated, any minor puncture will seal itself.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]I would not even think about it for the tube in your antique. Not worth the time and investment. I would replace that tube if you plan to use it for fishing.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]You have gotten good advice from the others, about the PFD. I had not included that in this section, but it is strongly recommended in other sections on safety and in accessories. Not only is it a law to have one in most states, it is just plain good sense. [/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]A potential for suffering "deflation" is also a good argument for having dual air chambers. If one gets damaged, you still have a full one to keep you afloat and help you get back to shore with minimum loss of tackle and dignity...or worse. The big thing, in all emergencies, is not to panic. Have a plan in place...just in case...and then stay calm and work through it if you find yourself "feeling low". With a second air chamber, or a PFD, you have a good chance of at least staying afloat. After that, you rely on your own personal strength and a lot of luck. Of course a bit of divine intervention can help a lot. Just don't try to walk on water. Most of us are not qualified to pull that one off.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Had a good Christmas at the Tube household. Scored some additional cold weather gear and a BIG new recliner that actually makes me feel petite. Also got the green light to get either a power ice auger or a pontoon...depending on my motivation and after holiday prices.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]TubeBabe got a lot of outdoor wear too. Of course she also got some more personal goodies...and she has me. What more could a lady want? (no answers required)[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]I would not even think about it for the tube in your antique. Not worth the time and investment. I would replace that tube if you plan to use it for fishing.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]You have gotten good advice from the others, about the PFD. I had not included that in this section, but it is strongly recommended in other sections on safety and in accessories. Not only is it a law to have one in most states, it is just plain good sense. [/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]A potential for suffering "deflation" is also a good argument for having dual air chambers. If one gets damaged, you still have a full one to keep you afloat and help you get back to shore with minimum loss of tackle and dignity...or worse. The big thing, in all emergencies, is not to panic. Have a plan in place...just in case...and then stay calm and work through it if you find yourself "feeling low". With a second air chamber, or a PFD, you have a good chance of at least staying afloat. After that, you rely on your own personal strength and a lot of luck. Of course a bit of divine intervention can help a lot. Just don't try to walk on water. Most of us are not qualified to pull that one off.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Had a good Christmas at the Tube household. Scored some additional cold weather gear and a BIG new recliner that actually makes me feel petite. Also got the green light to get either a power ice auger or a pontoon...depending on my motivation and after holiday prices.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]TubeBabe got a lot of outdoor wear too. Of course she also got some more personal goodies...and she has me. What more could a lady want? (no answers required)[/#0000ff]
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