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3. Mix enough adhesive to coat the damaged edges and
to fill exterior gouges.
4.
Apply a thin layer of adhesive to as much of the damaged
edge as possible.
5. Realign the edges and push them together.
6. Use tape to hold the pieces tightly together until the
adhesive sets. If adhesive squishes out, smooth it out with a
gloved finger or rag.
7. If you must tape over the adhesive itself, a small piece
of saran wrap underneath will keep the glue from bonding
to the tape.
8. Remove excess glue with a rag and alcohol.
If the area is stable you may proceed with the following
immediately, if not wait until the previous application sets (usually
about one half hour), then proceed with the remaining steps.
9. Cut a piece of the fiberglass cloth long enough to cover the
damage plus about 1 inch at either end.
10. Working on a piece of waxed paper or cardboard, mix an
adequate quantity of glue and spread it into the tape with your
finger until the tape is saturated with adhesive (apply glue to
both sides of the tape if necessary).
11. Then place it over the damaged area (inside the boat if
possible). Press it in place and work out air from under it with
your fingers.
12. Allow to harden. Generally the boat may be moved and
handled within one hour.
13. If cosmetic touch up is needed, use the procedures
described for cuts and gouges.
FIELD REPAIR
For emergency repairs duct tape will repair most damage
sustained in the field on Carbonlite 2000 kayaks. A Carbonlite
Repair Kit is also available at www.eddyline.com/store/
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