11-06-2011, 06:06 PM
[cool][#0000ff]Don't know what brand you have but if it is Hodgman you are not likely to be able to make a good fix. Once those seams start to go it is almost impossible to make a lasting fix. You can goop them up with Aquaseal and they will hold water when you test them. But the next time you go fishing you get that wet chill again...and the leak is coming in from right next to where you fixed it.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]For single small leaks, regular Aquaseal will often make a satisfactory fix. But if you visit a skin diving shop you will also find neoprene glue. I have fixed some seams by stretching the seam out at the point of the leak, applying some neoprene glue, allowing it to dry for a few minutes and then letting the stretched seam return to its normal position. Then you can push the seam forcefully together to get even more of a fix. That stuff is the only thing that will fix a small tear in your 'prenes too. It is what they originally use to put wet suits (and neoprene waders) together. Sniff the fumes for a few minutes and you won't even notice you have a leak in your waders.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]For single small leaks, regular Aquaseal will often make a satisfactory fix. But if you visit a skin diving shop you will also find neoprene glue. I have fixed some seams by stretching the seam out at the point of the leak, applying some neoprene glue, allowing it to dry for a few minutes and then letting the stretched seam return to its normal position. Then you can push the seam forcefully together to get even more of a fix. That stuff is the only thing that will fix a small tear in your 'prenes too. It is what they originally use to put wet suits (and neoprene waders) together. Sniff the fumes for a few minutes and you won't even notice you have a leak in your waders.[/#0000ff]
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