10-22-09, 05:16 PM | #1 |
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The Crappy Boat Saga Continues
Hey guys, just bought me a 12 foot aluminum boat for 80 bucks haha, and I plan on throwin my 4.5 on the back. This is actually my favorite POS jonboat so far lol, I;m currently replacing the transom, but here's my question.
She's got some rivet leaks, which I siliconed, but that didn't do anything. Now I keep seein people say that they use spray on bedliner or undercoating, and I'm just gettin yalls input. I appreciate it. Nick
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10-22-09, 07:20 PM | #2 |
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hoseman, in my opinion only here ok? But IF it were me I would get a riveter and use a LARGER rivet in the old ones place. That should help with the problem.
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10-22-09, 07:44 PM | #3 |
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Bama's right. Just drill out the bad rivets and put new ones in.
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10-22-09, 09:46 PM | #4 |
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Spray on bedliner does work, use it on the inside. On the outside grind them down and use JB Weld. Should work for awhile.
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10-22-09, 10:41 PM | #5 |
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Thanks guys!
Only problem is that the bad rivets are under the bench seats, and I really don't feel like pullin those out.... But if that needs to be done, I could turn this into a bigger project than i was planning on it being.
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10-25-09, 12:50 AM | #6 |
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I have a Starcraft with rivets. Everytime one leaks I use JB weld. Haven't had them releak. I do carry some small screws in my tackle bag incase of a leak when out on the water. Just push out the rivet and screw in the slightly oversize screw until able to fix right. That has saved the day for me a couple of times.
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11-09-09, 12:05 PM | #7 |
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Use "Lexcel" sealant
I had the same problem with my POS jonboat, had many loose rivets when I bought it. I drilled out as many rivets as I could and replaced them with stainless bolts (pan head, head on outside of hull) with a rubber washer under a stainless washer under the bolt head, with a glob of Lexel on the hull/hole before tightening it up with a washer and nylon stop nut on the inside. Yeah, I know, long after the rest of the boat is gone these bolts will still be there! More to your problem, on the ones I couldn't reach I just smeared Lexcel on the outside of the rivet, trying to work it in and around the rivet head as much as possible. I have never had a leak in ANY of these rivets since, and it's been about 5 years! This is in a 1972 Sears jon boat that sits outside, hull side up, exposed to the northern New Hampshire elements 12 months a year! I haven't seen Lexel in any of the usual local stores, but you should be able to find it online. It's amazing stuff. Looks like clear silicone but it sticks to ANYTHING, will cure underwater, flexes and lasts forever. (note/edit: product is spelled Lexel, misspelled in title, can't edit)
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11-11-09, 03:26 PM | #8 |
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I have the same issue with a 12' v bottom however the keel at the bow is also worn down. Anyone had any luck with a keel guard preventing leaks assuming I don't put much effort into sealing up the keel?
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11-11-09, 07:29 PM | #9 |
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Using your keel guard to stop leaks is kind of like using a butter knife to turn screws...it might sort of work, and it might even be worth it if your access to proper repair materials/budget is limited, but I'd still keep my eye out for that screwdriver.
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