In this video, we braze aluminum boat in an area that was previously patched with epoxy. the seam that runs down this aluminum boat has separated and is leaking badly.. A common problem affecting aluminum boats are leaks. collisions with underwater obstructions, beaching boats, and years of pounding waves are the likely causes of loose or missing rivets, widening of seams, and hairline cracks and tears.. This seals it for good and will not leak or come off. unless you have a welder for aluminum, this is a fantastic fix. you have to clean away the paint with a wire wheel or sandpaper the area first. you then paint over the bare aluminum with self etching spray primer from napa auto and then paint to match your boat color. does a professional job..
Sometimes aluminum boats will develop small leaks and need repair. the hts-2000 is a no-flux brazing rod and all that is needed besides the brazing rod is a heat source (propane or mapp gas), a turbo tip, or oxy-acetylene.. We have a video demonstrating aluminum boat repair: fixing leaking rivets in an aluminum boat. we wanted to experiment with using g/flex to fix leaking aluminum boats. i was quite surprised to find that every aluminum boat owner i talked to said they had some sort of leak.. Repairs leaks in aluminum boats. this fusion bondage epoxy will repair and waterproof aluminum boat rivets, minor cracks and small holes without welding. easy to apply; no solvents or mixing. all you need is a standard torch and fine sandpaper or a wire brush. instructions included..
