Leaking SMB

[Rainer]

Just checked my 3.3' Halcyon SMB and it has a very small hole on one of the sides (when rolled up). It appears to just be due to wear (as opposed to being pricked).

Any suggestions on how/if I can patch it? Thanks.

 

[deepstops]

Marine Goop - it's better than Aquaseal at a 1/3rd of the price. Works well as a wetsuit pocket adhesive as well. Flexible and UV resistant. I've seen Zodiacs repaired with it still going a few years later.

 

[Rainer]

Thanks, Brian. I'll look to pick some up, but if AS will work as well, I might just use that this time around (since I have some already). I'm assuming MG can be found at most boating stores? Appreciate the suggestion!

 

[Peter_C]

Since the OPV is right there, I would get some glue on the inside too. Make sure to thin the Aqua Seal so it penetrates better. Plus a quick wipe with cleaner like MEK or Acetone to prep the surface.

 

[deepstops]

Thanks, Brian. I'll look to pick some up, but if AS will work as well, I might just use that this time around (since I have some already). I'm assuming MG can be found at most boating stores? Appreciate the suggestion!

Well, if you already have the AS, use that

If you ever run out and have a bigger job like pockets, the MG is the way to go IMO.

I saw on TDS the guy suggesting Marine 5200 (or 4200), that would work too but the cure time is long (24+ hours) and it's ultra sticky, messy, and hard to clean up. But you could build a boat out of it

 

[Rainer]

Lol. Appreciate all the advice. I used some AS I had, but will look to pick up some of these other products for bigger jobs.