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Author: | basskicker [ Sat Aug 17, 2013 2:34 pm ] |
Post subject: | Hull deformation |
I car top my PA12 and have acquired some slight hull deformation from leaving the boat on top of the vehicle on warm days when I planned on fishing more than one day. There are slight depressions where it rests on the mako saddles. What is the best way to remove these? Hair dryer and positive pressure inside the hull? Any help would be appreciated as always. |
Author: | Dr.SteelheadCatcher [ Sat Aug 17, 2013 6:43 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Hull deformation |
Trying to use positive pressure is next to impossible due to the front hatch, but turning the hull upside down.....bottom up in the sun......slight/minor depressions should disappear. |
Author: | dregsfan [ Sun Aug 18, 2013 4:47 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Hull deformation |
I use a heat gun applied sparingly. If the dent is in a spot accessible from a hatch, I push out from there. You may have to remove some foam blocks. If I can't reach the dent from the inside, I use these, They come in a couple different sizes. http://www.harborfreight.com/suction-cup-with-quick-release-46900.html |
Author: | Thinwater skinner [ Sun Aug 18, 2013 6:38 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Hull deformation |
Dr.SteelheadCatcher wrote: Trying to use positive pressure is next to impossible due to the front hatch, but turning the hull upside down.....bottom up in the sun......slight/minor depressions should disappear. 2X always try this first... Most of the time is works very well... Good Luck |
Author: | tinman7344 [ Fri Aug 23, 2013 7:37 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Hull deformation |
atavuss, thanks for the heads up on the mako racks. I was just looking into them. Right now I just have hobie surf pads on my factory crossbars for my Tahoe and it seems to be doing fine, but I wanted something more supportive for an upcoming 8hour trip. I guess i'll save my money and start designing my own setup with pvc rails. |
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