This boat contains a starter repair kit that includes equipment for basic repair. Here is a list of items (not included) which you
should strongly consider keeping with your repair kit at all times.
• *1/4 pint Stabond 2-part adhesive
• Repair needle
• Repair thread
• Duct tape
• Old toothbrush
• Extra AIREcell is the ultimate extended trip repair item
(*It’s recommended to replace the glue every year or after use.)
Items Needed:
Rag
Type B adhesive patch
Alcohol prep pad
Tear Aid instruction sheet
1. For most repairs, the airecell does not need to be removed completely.
2. Locate the hole in the boat and access that area of the airecell and outer skin by opening the zipper.
3. Using a rag, dry the area to be worked on.
4. Clean the area with alcohol prep pad and let the area air dry.
5. Peel backing paper off Type B adhesive patch and apply patch over punctured area. (See Tear Aid instruction sheet for more
details.)
6. Press and rub patch so that the patch seals completely, without bubbles.
1. Use the baseball stitch to repair cuts on the outer skin.
2. Each stitch for the baseball stitch starts at the BACK of the PVC and comes through to the FRONT of the PVC.
Items Needed:
• Repair needle
• Repair thread
knot, start here
Baseball Stitch Repair (For Outer Skin Repair)
Recommended Items for Repair Kit
Type B Adhesive Patch Repair
