Feathercraft
Heron
6
Welded Sealskin
the Polytech deck and duratek hull are urethane. seams are
permanently sealed.
A patch kit is provided for deck, hull or sponson punctures.
the urethane glue will work for repairs to all of these fabrics.
for preparation and application, follow the instructions on the
adhesive container.
Sponsons
due to the tight fit of the skin, the sponsons are under
considerable pressure and some seepage of air may occur.
It is advisable to periodically reinflate the sponsons. After
paddling on hot days, release air from sponsons.
To Repair/Replace Sponson
the sponsons can be completely removed from the sleeve sewn
to the inside of the skin. turn the skin inside out. the sponson
chamber is open at bow and stern ends. tie a long string
through the hole in the tab at the end of sponson. Pull sponson
through the center opening of the chamber (where sponson
hose is attached). to reinstall, pull the cord attached to the
new sponson back through the chamber. ensure sponson is
not twisted in the chamber. repeat with the opposite side.
urethane glue and patches are included in the repair kit. duct
tape works well on the sponsons.
