08-11-2011, 04:49 PM
[cool][#0000ff]I have heard of tubers using a strip of duct tape to make a "one trip" patch and get back on the water. I can't vouch for the waterproof qualities of Gorilla tape. I use it and like it but have not tested it against long term submersion. But I am sure it would work at least for a few trips...since the cover helps compress it against the air bladder when fully inflated.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]There are special tapes on the market for repairing vinyl inflatables...like pool toys. I am guessing that they would work just as well on a vinyl (PVC) air bladder in a tube or toon. Worth trying.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]I have urethane air bladders in my Fat Cats and I always carry some of the special patching tape made especially for urethane bladder repairs. It works great on urethane an actually the bond gets stronger over time. Unfortunately, it doesn't work worth a hoot on vinyl.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]There are special tapes on the market for repairing vinyl inflatables...like pool toys. I am guessing that they would work just as well on a vinyl (PVC) air bladder in a tube or toon. Worth trying.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]I have urethane air bladders in my Fat Cats and I always carry some of the special patching tape made especially for urethane bladder repairs. It works great on urethane an actually the bond gets stronger over time. Unfortunately, it doesn't work worth a hoot on vinyl.[/#0000ff]
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