Haris122 Posted March 19, 2023 Share Posted March 19, 2023 I’m currently in the same boat. Last time I took my kayak out floating on the meramec I wound up noticing it getting pretty unstable when I was turning. After making it to the access we checked it out, and my suspicions were confirmed that the hull was somehow getting water sloshing in it. I’m having a hard time finding out what type of plastic it is to figure out what type of patching kit would be good. All I know is it’s a “Field and Stream Shadow Caster”. Any suggestions on a couple different “good” patching kits to try out? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdmidwest Posted March 20, 2023 Share Posted March 20, 2023 14 hours ago, Haris122 said: I’m currently in the same boat. Last time I took my kayak out floating on the meramec I wound up noticing it getting pretty unstable when I was turning. After making it to the access we checked it out, and my suspicions were confirmed that the hull was somehow getting water sloshing in it. I’m having a hard time finding out what type of plastic it is to figure out what type of patching kit would be good. All I know is it’s a “Field and Stream Shadow Caster”. Any suggestions on a couple different “good” patching kits to try out? Call or email Perception Company, I think they are the ones that make it. They should point you in right direction. Daryk Campbell Sr and Haris122 2 "Life has become immeasurably better since I have been forced to stop taking it seriously." — Hunter S. Thompson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haris122 Posted March 22, 2023 Share Posted March 22, 2023 So I sent an email to perception and I’m currently waiting to see if they respond, and I talked a little bit with someone from the company under who’s brand the kayak is sold, (“field and stream”) and was suggested to try something called “Marine Tex Might Repair Kit”. Anyone have any experience with that stuff? If so, what’d you think of it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ketchup Posted March 23, 2023 Share Posted March 23, 2023 There’s some awesome YouTube videos of this. Last year i had several on my trailer, and when i got to the launch spot my yak had been dragging the road for a few miles. Hole you can put your fist in right on the nose. Lots of guys use plastic 5 gallon buckets to repair. Heat it up. Look for videos. I’m about to do mine. I’m going to foam fill the nose through the hole, then glass it over. Daryk Campbell Sr 1 TinBoats BassClub. An aluminum only bass club. If interested in info send me a PM. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flysmallie Posted March 24, 2023 Share Posted March 24, 2023 The best way to fix any of these is plastic welding. It’s not as hard as what you would think. I hear of people using buckets but you can order plastic welding rods that are easier to deal with. The biggest issue you have with other methods is adhesion. These plastics are full of mold release agents. Things don’t stick well to that without some serious prep. Then there are some plastic repair products that may work better than just glassing it over, depending on the kayak you are working with. It’s a lot less messy too. bfishn, Haris122 and Daryk Campbell Sr 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishinwrench Posted March 24, 2023 Share Posted March 24, 2023 I've seen some very durable repairs done with interwoven tie-straps (zip-ties) and RTV silicone. Just drill 1/8" holes around the area, weave in the zip ties, cover with RTV, and slap a piece of milk carton or Anti-freeze jug over it (also stitched in with zip ties). Strong, flexible, effective. Daryk Campbell Sr, fshndoug and Haris122 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fshndoug Posted March 25, 2023 Share Posted March 25, 2023 You know everything Mr. Sims. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishinwrench Posted March 25, 2023 Share Posted March 25, 2023 2 hours ago, fshndoug said: You know everything Mr. Sims. Not quite. If I knew how to convince my wife of that.....then I would know EVERYTHING. 👍 We had a fight earlier today because her and Maddy were talking about contracting "bronchitis" from someone. I butted in and informed them that you can't GET bronchitis from someone. It's a CONDITION, not a transferrable disease. She Googled.....then got quiet......but never gave me credit for pointing out her ignorance. Typical! 🙄 Daryk Campbell Sr 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BilletHead Posted March 25, 2023 Share Posted March 25, 2023 10 hours ago, fshndoug said: You know everything Mr. Sims. Sim's marine and medical clinic! fshndoug and bfishn 2 "We have met the enemy and it is us", Pogo If you compete with your fellow anglers, you become their competitor, If you help them you become their friend" Lefty Kreh " Never display your knowledge, you only share it" Lefty Kreh "Eat more bass and there will be more room for walleye to grow!" BilletHead " One thing in life is for sure. If you are careful you can straddle the barbed wire fence but make one mistake and you will be hurting" BilletHead P.S. "May your fences be short or hope you have long legs" BilletHead Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishinwrench Posted March 25, 2023 Share Posted March 25, 2023 5 hours ago, BilletHead said: Sim's marine and medical clinic! Right! We specialize in bull$#!t detection. 😉 BilletHead and tho1mas 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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