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| Author: | Skegman [ Thu Aug 26, 2021 6:40 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Attaching skegs to amas to improve sailing into the wind. |
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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| Author: | mmiller [ Fri Aug 27, 2021 9:24 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Attaching skegs to amas to improve sailing into the wind |
DP8010 maybe? |
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| Author: | Skegman [ Sat Aug 28, 2021 2:43 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Attaching skegs to amas to improve sailing into the wind |
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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| Author: | mmiller [ Sat Aug 28, 2021 3:03 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Attaching skegs to amas to improve sailing into the wind |
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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| Author: | plfinch [ Sat Aug 28, 2021 5:01 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Attaching skegs to amas to improve sailing into the wind |
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. Peter |
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| Author: | stringy [ Sat Aug 28, 2021 7:47 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Attaching skegs to amas to improve sailing into the wind |
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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