Mohawks' factory installed outfitting not only saves you time and effort but it's a fantastic bargain as well. However, you may prefer to set your boat up to particular specifications. Perhaps you just need to replace a worn out part. In these and other instances following the guides on this page will make your outfitting experience less fraught with frustration and explicatives.
Gluing foam such as kneepads & ankle rests
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The recommended glue is Weldwood Contact Cement. Available at most hardware stores and discount stores such as Wal-Mart this is our preferred cement. Other contact cements can be used however. |
Whether you are gluing kneepads, saddle or ankle blocks you need to first position and then outline the item with a pencil. |
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Sand the area thoroughly with 100 grit sandpaper. Then clean the area with acetone or rubbing alcohol to remove any dirt grease or oil from the surface to be glued. The cleaner the contact area the stronger and longer lasting the bond will be. |
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Apply one thin coat of glue to the underside of each foam part. The first coat of glue you put on the foam will soak in so when that first coat is dry apply a second coat. Then put one coat of glue on the boat surface. The hull is non-porous so a second coat is not needed. |
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When the second coat on the foam and the single coat on the boat are dry you can contact the foam to the canoe. It is very important to apply it even and straight the first time. The easiest way to do this is to start at one corner and lay it down one side, then around the corner and down that side. Once you are satisfied with the alignment, press it down. Use as much pressure as you can and come back one hour later to repress if necessary. Try to keep the freshly glued boat out of the hot sun for at least 24 hrs. This will lessen the chance of the foam lifting due to excessive heating. |
