[meirpolaris]

So now I've got two sore thumbs from scratching at this stuff and I'm thinking there must be a better way. Everything I read about the glue is in regards to applying it, not removing it. The articles all mention tolulene & MEK, neither of which sounds too good for the seams in the boat itself so I'm leery of using either. I tried some alcohol and Goo-Gone, neither of which did anything. Does anyone have some practical experience with doing this that they can share? I realize it's just cosmetic, but I'd like to get the old glue off my new inflatable. here

[MichaelWol]

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[Zero]

I was hoping not to use MEK, I was occupationally exposed to it about twenty years ago and go out of my way to avoid it. I suppose I can use good gloves and breathing apparatus to do the work though. I've contacted Avon and asked them about it, they've been good about responding to my other questions so far. more

[miernik]

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[43554]

Clean the buffed surfaces with a lint-free towel and Toluene. The Toluene removes any oils, protectants, and sanding particles. It also prepares the surfaces to take the adhesive. Its use is important for achieving a good glue bond. more

[silverkknd]

After the surfaces (damaged area on the boat and the underside of the patch) have thoroughly dried from the cleaning step, apply a very thin layer of Clifton Hypalon® Adhesive to both surfaces, using a stiff bristle brush (the 4-ounce can of adhesive has a brush in the lid). more

[dduane]

Allow the patch to cure. Curing times vary due to the different temperatures, humidity, and whether Accelerator was used. The optimal repair environment of above 60°F and below 50% humidity, allows for a curing time of 8 - 12 hours. If at all possible avoid repairs when the humidity is above 70%. When having to make a repair when you’re on a trip, you may not have a choice of weather conditions and optimal cure time. In those cases avoid over-inflating a patched tube and you may need to redo the patch when you get home.

[NickB]

Cut the Pennel Orca® Tube Material patch to extend 2" from all sides of the damaged area. This patch is approximately 4" x 6", for a 2" long cut. Make sure to round the corners of the patch. Square cornered patches are more likely to catch and peel than rounded ones.

[riX]

The edges of accessories are are peeling up, but the middle is still pretty solidly glued. I want to get the items off, clean them up and reglue, but I need to get them off without damaging the raft. more

[oadriannadeleong]

I tried a heat gun, but ddn't want to melt the raft, so was cautious with that. more

[freeozradio]

Any techniques, solvents, or anything that will let me get these off?

[Matthias Vance]

Does anyone have a technique for removing glued on items on a Hypalon inflatable?

[offtomalta555]

Re: Removing old glue from an inflatable

[Emperor Omega]

Re: Removing old glue from an inflatable [links]

[andrew12]

Good luck. I tried everything short of buying a new inflatable. I couldn't get it off. I no longer have a front towing ring because I can't get clear material to adhere the new ring to. more