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zzydeco
Senior Member
USA
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 Posted - 04/13/2012 : 1:54:56 PM
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I accidentally spilled gas under the seat of my flat boat. The foam filler disappeared where the gas touched it. I want to refill the area because Im sure that has something to do with the bouyancy of the boat if it gets full of water. I'm not sure where they sell the stuff or does the stuff that comes in a can from Home depot will do. Any feedback would be welcome. My friend suggested I buy ping pong balls and fill it but I want something more professional.
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JOHN C
Advanced Member
USA
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Posted - 04/13/2012 : 5:09:46 PM
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Contact your hull manufacturer and inquire...I believe the insulation foam in a can will do the trick ONLY IF it adheres to the existing foam. Just allow for expansion...a little at a timme...There is probably some type of do-it-yourself foam to be had from any marine supply dealer. John Castelluccio, jr.
OLDER SUV and house, STILL HAVE new boat-'06 Avenger, Semi-retired-'08, soon to get "new-wife" BUT MAY CHANGE MY MIND and THEN 'MIGHT NOT BE' in debt for the rest of my life! Now & 4-ever!!! Been a memeber on R&R since 09-21-1999 |
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Secret Formula
Average Member
USA
257 Posts |
Posted - 04/14/2012 : 08:22:28 AM
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Zzydeco,
How much foam dissolved? Less than a cubic foot? The reason I ask is because, professional 2 part foam used for buoyancy is typically 2-1/2 to 3 lb. density and has an expansion rate of about 30 to 1. The stuff can be tricky to use especially in an area where it can just run everywhere when you pour it. I would recommend just using the stuff in a can "Great Stuff". Buy the one that says it's for large cracks. For adhesion wash the area and then wipe or splash down the contact surfaces with denatured alcohol. The stuff expands about 3 to 1. Take your time and do a little at a time, and DO NOT disturb it until it's fully expanded or you'll ruin it. This stuff will provide the replacement buoyancy you're looking for especially if you don't have to do much trimming (breaking the final cured skin) to dress you job.
I've used both types of foam, and if you fell that you need some help, drop me a line and I'll gladly turn to.
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Edited by - Secret Formula on 04/14/2012 08:28:50 AM |
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Frank Martin
Average Member
USA
302 Posts |
Posted - 04/14/2012 : 11:01:35 AM
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I would probably make some small holes into the existing foam and start by shoot some into the holes to make like a rebar would do in cement then finish up on the outside of where the foam got damaged!!!!
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JOHN C
Advanced Member
USA
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Posted - 04/14/2012 : 2:58:33 PM
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Originally posted by Frank Martin
I would probably make some small holes into the existing foam and start by shoot some into the holes to make like a rebar would do in cement then finish up on the outside of where the foam got damaged!!!!
GREAT IDEA!!! John Castelluccio, Jr.
OLDER SUV and house, STILL HAVE new boat-'06 Avenger, Semi-retired-'08, soon to get "new-wife" BUT MAY CHANGE MY MIND and THEN 'MIGHT NOT BE' in debt for the rest of my life! Now & 4-ever!!! Been a memeber on R&R since 09-21-1999 |
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