> > I suspect that there are differences in the material (cross-linked > vs. linear PE vs. ???) and I suspect that some adhesives work better than > others for different cases. Therefore, for bonding to plastic boats, I would: > My boats "owners manual" (Perception Shadow) states to contact Perception/Aquaterria for a list of approved adhesives though I guess that is the standard disclaimer. My worry is that epoxy might be too "hot" as it goes off for a plastic boat. I've mixed a big batch (2-3 oz.) of WEST system for a project and I had a meltdown of the plastic mixing cup. I doubt if it would melt a plastic kayak but I still don't want weak spots in the hull through an adverse chemical reaction. I'm not familiar with Vynabond either Dave, so if you could shed a little light in advance, TIA. -Nick *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - All postings copyright the author and not to be reproduced outside PaddleWise without author's permission Submissions: paddlewise_at_lists.intelenet.net Subscriptions: paddlewise-request_at_lists.intelenet.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************Received on Sat Mar 04 2000 - 19:16:51 PST
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