Best adhesove

Wazzajnr · 31 May 2021, 16:25

Hi all

The rowlocks are coming adrift on the sib. Any recommendations as to the best adhesive to stick them back with?
Thanks in advance.

jeffstevens763@g · 31 May 2021, 19:48

Poly marine all the info on there just need to know material info for that on there too or rib shop

Wazzajnr · 31 May 2021, 23:03

Trouble is, I don't know if mine is hypalon or pvc.
My guess is that it is pvc as its a cheap boat but I don't want to damage it.
Is there any way to tell easily?

jeffstevens763@g · 01 June 2021, 09:51

Ok scratch with fingernail no bits PVC little shavings hypalon

Wazzajnr · 01 June 2021, 10:03

Perfect, thanks. ��

Wazzajnr · 02 June 2021, 13:55

Ok, next question, should I glue them back with the boat inflated or deflated?
My gut instinct is to fit them whilst it's inflated because now they have partly peeled off, when inflated you can see a gap to the edge of the old glue.
However, it would be much easier to apply pressure to the bond whilst it cures if the boat is deflated.
Thanks in advance.
Paul

jeffstevens763@g · 02 June 2021, 18:54

https://www.polymarineshop.com/repair/

Have a look at this under repair tips for both fabrics

beamishken · 02 June 2021, 20:36

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Originally Posted by Wazzajnr

Ok, next question, should I glue them back with the boat inflated or deflated?
My gut instinct is to fit them whilst it's inflated because now they have partly peeled off, when inflated you can see a gap to the edge of the old glue.
However, it would be much easier to apply pressure to the bond whilst it cures if the boat is deflated.
Thanks in advance.
Paul

You have to use a combination of inflated and deflated. They are better positioned when inflated as they are easier to manipulate then let them down to roll them to the flange. Then reinflate to fit tapes best to have a hoover with a blow function as they inflate the tubes almost instantly. The harder you roll the glue the better the bond you get so sometimes you need a bit of ingenuity to get a piece of board or similar behind to get pressure on

Wazzajnr · 02 June 2021, 21:59

Many thanks all.
I've ordered the glue from polymarine so I'll give it a go when it arrives.
I don't use the oars much anyway but don't want to be without them.
Makes it much easier on a shallow beach as you can board at knee height then row out until there's clearence to the skeg.