I have a plastic Daggar. The plastic is splitting for about a foot along the inside of the combing. Does anyone have any idea how to go about repairing these problems. Thanks in advance. Jeff Van Cott *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
Jeff Van Cott wrote: > I have a plastic Daggar. The plastic is splitting for about a foot > along the inside of the combing. Does anyone have any idea how to go > about repairing these problems. > > Thanks in advance. 1. Kneel next to boat. 2. Clean off an area on the deck about 4" across. 3. Apply lips to the plastic. 4. Kiss your boat goodbye. Sorry, couldn't resist. Some Dagger models can be plastic welded, if you can find someone local to do it. Most likely, though, if it's cracking like that the plastic is old and has gotten brittle. Even if you get it fixed, it would be a good idea to stay off demanding water with it. What model is it? How old? Does the color look faded? Good luck. Steve -- Steve Cramer Athens, GA *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
A friend of mine had the same problem with his boat. He called Daggar and they sent him a repair kit. Unfortunately the problem recurred, but it's worth a shot to try and find the kit before you kiss your boat goodbye for good. Susan ----- Original Message ----- > 1. Kneel next to boat. > 2. Clean off an area on the deck about 4" across. > 3. Apply lips to the plastic. > 4. Kiss your boat goodbye. *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
here is the required tool: http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?function=Search if the link does not bring it up go to the harborfreight page and learch for item number: 41592-OAKH $40.00 seems reasonably priced, though it appears you need a source of compressed air to operate it. michael *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
I'm not sure about the quality of this particular tool but it is the same design of some of our older welding guns at our shop. They work very well. FWIW, a nice feature of this welding gun is that you can use any source for air. We often use nitrogen for welding polypropylene and polyethelene. Grant. MICHAEL SILVIUS wrote: > here is the required tool: > > http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?function=Search > > if the link does not bring it up go to the harborfreight page and learch for > item number: > > 41592-OAKH *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
On 8 Aug 2005 at 14:23, Steve Cramer wrote: > Some Dagger models can be plastic welded, if > you can find someone local to do it. Apparently you can buy a plastic welding rig for a reasonable price at one of the US big box hardware/tool stores. Harbor Freight, I believe. Mike *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
Dear Jeff: Plastic polyethylene boats can be repaired with a special plastic welding gun one of the manufacturers is Leister. (www.leister.com) If you talk to the local rep., You can find out who has this equipment and who could repair your boat in your local area. Dagger may be able to supply you with some strips of polyethylene in the right colour for use with the gun. Cheers Bart Bart J. Boelryk email: bart_at_kayrak.ca web: www.kayrak.ca ph (705) 733-2051 fax (705) 733-2046 -----Original Message----- From: Jeff Van Cott I have a plastic Daggar. The plastic is splitting for about a foot along the inside of the combing. Does anyone have any idea how to go about repairing these problems. *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
Jeff, You should be able to find a plastic fabrication company that is capable of welding polyethylene. We weld plastic everyday (in Toronto) and it's pretty straightforward for someone with experience. I repaired a Riot last year for a customer. Grant. Jeff Van Cott wrote: > I have a plastic Daggar. The plastic is splitting for about a foot > along the inside of the combing. Does anyone have any idea how to go > about repairing these problems. *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************
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