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PostPosted: Thu Aug 26, 2021 6:40 pm 
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I am going to attempt to improve my ti’s ability to tack into the wind by attaching skegs to it amas. What kind of adhesive should I use to attach plastic skegs to the amas?


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PostPosted: Fri Aug 27, 2021 9:24 am 
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DP8010 maybe?

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PostPosted: Sat Aug 28, 2021 2:43 pm 
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3M’s DP8010 does not seem to be available. How about JD Plastic weld? Are they equivalent?
Are you aware of anyone trying to do this?


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PostPosted: Sat Aug 28, 2021 3:03 pm 
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There are other Dupont products that work with Polyethylene.

No, don't know of anyone adding skegs. Seems it would make beaching more difficult?

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PostPosted: Sat Aug 28, 2021 5:01 pm 
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He’s not as active on the forums as he once was but send a PM to fusioneng who is quite knowledgable on this topic.

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PostPosted: Sat Aug 28, 2021 7:47 pm 
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Interesting idea.
Four years ago I fitted skegs to my Adventure hull to assist paddling in strong crosswinds using VHB tape and they are still holding strong. Worked so well I fitted them to my Oasis to stop fishtailing when towing it behind a boat.
If the hull is properly prepared by flaming and alcohol cleaning and you have enough surface area contact, VHB tape can be considered a permanent bonding solution to PE for many accessories.
More info- https://www.hobie.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=60698


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