Canvas covered kayak restoration

Discussion in 'Wooden Boat Building and Restoration' started by buzzman, May 23, 2011.

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  1. gonzo
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    Bubble gum, no kidding, works well for small puncture holes.
     
    gonzo, May 25, 2011
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    Yeah, I'd heard that. It's like that old one but a good one for fuel tanks - ordinary soap.
    Rub it in and it seals and dries. Doesn't last all that long, but saves your fuel if you get a pinhole leak.
     
    buzzman, May 26, 2011
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    Soap is better for gas tanks than canoe skin. Different solvents, you know.

    And welcome to the forum, buzzman. Are you a beekeeper?
     
    hoytedow, May 26, 2011
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    Yeah, be no point trying to repair a leak in a canoe with soap!! But at least the area around the hole would be clean :)

    Nah, not apiarist. Nick comes from Buzz Aldrin.....long story
     
    buzzman, May 26, 2011
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    Tell it sometime. :)
     
    hoytedow, May 26, 2011
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