Tube Protection - Page 3

SOLENTER · 13 November 2005, 16:06

I also am using 303 untill proven otherwise ?
Where is cowichan bay west or east cost

OceanEco · 13 November 2005, 19:27

Cowichan Bay is on the west coast. Actually on the eastern side of Vancouver Island.

SOLENTER · 13 November 2005, 20:21

Had a look at your local web sites thats on pretty spot you have there

OceanEco · 13 November 2005, 20:32

yes we are very lucky beautiful scenery and amasing wild life.

Humpback breaching this summer. our website is www.oceanecoventures.com

OceanEco · 13 November 2005, 20:33

yes we are very lucky, beautiful scenery and amazing wild life and good weather.

Humpback breaching this summer. our website is www.oceanecoventures.com

OceanEco · 13 November 2005, 20:34

ooppps double post

SOLENTER · 13 November 2005, 20:50

Very impressive i have never been to your part of the world but used to
watch orca on the grand banks
Whats the weather there at the moment

OceanEco · 13 November 2005, 21:57

It is about 15c right now and kind of overcast. We had our first real frost this week and snow on the mountains for the last week. We get snow a few times a year, nothing too bad and it doesn't stick around to long.

hard1 · 13 November 2005, 22:48

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Originally Posted by OceanEco

It is about 15c right now and kind of overcast. We had our first real frost this week and snow on the mountains for the last week. We get snow a few times a year, nothing too bad and it doesn't stick around to long.

Frost tonight here - about 2 deg now and falling. Winter draws on chaps.....

jwalker · 13 November 2005, 22:58

Would that be a hard1?

Tibs · 18 November 2005, 21:28

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chopppywaters

armor all doesnt protect though does it?>

Choppy,

Don't use Armor All on your tubes! It contains silicone which prevents solid adhesion in the event of a tube repair. NEVER use silicone based products on a tube, as you can't remove all of the silicone, thus can't repair well.

I've used Aurora products which work well. Aurora Polyguard has worked nice, especially with the darker tube colors. The only downside is that you have to keep up with it.

Also 303 works well, too.

boatster_sr4 · 18 November 2005, 22:00

Heres a bit I grabbed from a rib retailer:

Tips for caring for your inflatable

Cover the boat when not in use, the sun deteriorates the fabric over time.

Do not over inflate the boat. 3.5 PSI is the correct inflation, the standard foot pump will inflate to the correct pressure. Drastic temperature swings can either deflate or overinflate the boat. Keep the valve caps tight. If the boat is under inflated it will cause excess wear and tear , is hard on the seams and punctures more easily.

Keep the boat clean, gravel and rocks inside the boat can cause punctures. Clean any oily substances from the tubeset. Do not use Armorall, it will eat through the fabric. Sunlight dish soap and scotchbrite pads will take off most of the dirt with some hard work. Acetone or MEK may be used from time to time to remove difficult stains. Exercise caution with these chemicals they may harm you and your boat, use only as directed.

SOLENTER · 22 November 2005, 20:11

All gone very quiet since the last two threds ?

CAH · 22 November 2005, 21:57

3M 303 AEROSPACE PROTECTANT- 3M 303 AEROSPACE PROTECTANT- 3M 303 AEROSPACE PROTECTANT
I have been using this for the past 17 years and nothing can provide a better shield from the elements. Follow the directions carefully, keep your boat covered if possible, and your fabric will look good and last forever. Every boat that I've owned and sold was worked very hard, the new owner of the boat would always ask how I kept the fabric looking like new, Answer- 3M 303 AEROSPACE PROTECTANT. The cost is $$$ pricey $$$ but worth it.

CAH

roycruse · 22 November 2005, 22:05

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Originally Posted by CAH

3M 303 AEROSPACE PROTECTANT

Any idea for a UK supplier of this stuff

rubberjoey · 22 November 2005, 22:06

[QUOTE=Tibs] Choppy,

Don't use Armor All on your tubes! It contains silicone which prevents solid adhesion in the event of a tube repair. NEVER use silicone based products on a tube, as you can't remove all of the silicone, thus can't repair well

Not sure about any other products which have been recomended previously, like armor all, each to their own, only that I use 3m and it works a treat, really easy to apply and an instant shine finish. Also it has been specifically tested for the marine industry for use on rib collars.

Just a point to make on tube repairs, all the repairs that I have done require you to key the fabric first with angel adaptor sanding disk. This will take off any after products, as mentioned above. Still would not use silicon thou..

I had to buy a pack of 12 back in the summer, there are a few on ebay if any are interested.

yoyo · 22 November 2005, 22:13

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/3m-Rib-Inflata...QQcmdZViewItem

Is this stuff any good?

CAH · 22 November 2005, 22:13

Where to find 303

In the U.S. you can find 303 products at most boat shops. Try the website for UK info. You can also order the product from your keyboard! Good Luck

http://www.303products.com

CAH

roycruse · 22 November 2005, 23:10

OK - cheapest I can find in the UK so far is £14.99 + £3.75 p&p for the 16oz bottle from here

Can any one beat this here in the UK.

hard1 · 22 November 2005, 23:31

Quote:

Originally Posted by roycruse

OK - cheapest I can find in the UK so far is £14.99 + £3.75 p&p for the 16oz bottle from here

Can any one beat this here in the UK.

Damn! Just as I'd ordered 5 litres of floor polish!