We have a 10 x 30 Fender that has a tiny tear in it and we would like to patch it. We were wondering if anyone has had success patching fenders and what did you use to do it? Thanks, Deb
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A possibility
Taking a cue from the manner in which tubeless tires are "patched", I think if you could devise some "plug" to put into the tear, the same way that a plug is placed into a tubeless tire, you just might create a viable repair. Thus, you might take the fender to a garage or tire place and see if they could possibly make a repair for you the same way as for a tubeless automobile tire. It will probably be black and may not look very pretty, but certainly possibly less expensive than a new 10 X 30 fender. Perhaps some white electrical vinyl tape over the black plug may hide the repair or at least prevent it from marking either your vessel or someone else's.
Taking a cue from the manner in which tubeless tires are "patched", I think if you could devise some "plug" to put into the tear, the same way that a plug is placed into a tubeless tire, you just might create a viable repair. Thus, you might take the fender to a garage or tire place and see if they could possibly make a repair for you the same way as for a tubeless automobile tire. It will probably be black and may not look very pretty, but certainly possibly less expensive than a new 10 X 30 fender. Perhaps some white electrical vinyl tape over the black plug may hide the repair or at least prevent it from marking either your vessel or someone else's.
What brand?
Debbie: Some of the mfg. have lifetime warranties on their fenders (Taylor Made, comes to mind). Check with the mfg. and see what their policy is regarding replacements.
Debbie: Some of the mfg. have lifetime warranties on their fenders (Taylor Made, comes to mind). Check with the mfg. and see what their policy is regarding replacements.
Rick nailed it!!!
When you REALLY need it ---- is when it will fail. Repair the fender, risk the boat. Tom s/v GAIA
When you REALLY need it ---- is when it will fail. Repair the fender, risk the boat. Tom s/v GAIA
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I had a 10X30 Taylor fender that split at one of the seams after a tough winter with the boat wet stored. I took it to West Marine and they replaced it on the spot for no charge. This is your best bet. dave
I had a 10X30 Taylor fender that split at one of the seams after a tough winter with the boat wet stored. I took it to West Marine and they replaced it on the spot for no charge. This is your best bet. dave
Try to blow it full of closed-cell PUF, perhaps?
If the warranty option fails, for whatever reason why not blow it full of closed-cell PUF (polyurethane foam)? With a little luck, the end result could be a normal looking fender that could still do some duty here or there, e.g. as a temporary buoy or for pulling a swimmer behind the boat, although probably no longer good enough for primary docking protection. Success Flying Dutchman
If the warranty option fails, for whatever reason why not blow it full of closed-cell PUF (polyurethane foam)? With a little luck, the end result could be a normal looking fender that could still do some duty here or there, e.g. as a temporary buoy or for pulling a swimmer behind the boat, although probably no longer good enough for primary docking protection. Success Flying Dutchman
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