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Repair Float Tubes with Aquaseal

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  • Repair float tubes

    Step 1:

    Unzip float tube cover. Soak the tip of rag in soapy water and dab over the area suspected to be leaking. The hole will produce bubbles. Mark the spot with a pen, clean off the soapy residue then allow area to dry.

  • Repair float tubes

    Step 2:

    Prep surface using rubbing alcohol. Apply Aquaseal to extend 1 inch around hole on all sides. Allow Aquaseal to dry level 8 to 12 hours.

Find more great tips like these in our Repair Guide

  • Drysuit Care

    Drysuit Care

    To find pinhole leaks in Gore-Tex® fabric dry suits: 1) Turn the suit inside out. 2) Soak the tip of a rag in rubbing alcohol and dab over the suspect area. 3) The hole will show up as a contrasting color. Allow area to dry and seal (on the inside surface) with Aquaseal®.
  • Paddlesports Tip

    Paddlesports Tip

    Kayak cockpits are notorious for cutting into spray skirts and causing exterior cracking. Apply spot applications of Aquaseal to permanently repair and protect both the interior and exterior.