Hello boat whisperers. I'm brand new to this forum because I just bought my first canoe. It's a little rough and needs some TLC, or whipping into shape.
Its foam core construction and was sold as "Kevlar". Actual identification of make and model has been elusive. It weighs in at 47 lbs so it is pretty light. Its at least 12 years or more old and taken some damage that was repaired. then it was totally repainted by a boy scout troop. So it is not the original color.
Problem is there are some delamination on the hull and some places feel pretty thin. other places seem pretty strong and tough. Overall it is about 3/8" thick
There are bubbles on the inside and outside. most of them correspond to the other side.
My theory is to start on the outside. Make an incision on the edge to get the tip of a caulking gun in there. Make another incision on the other edge to allow the air to escape. Then pump it full of Silkaflex ( construction adhesive sealant). and use sand bags to hold it in shape until it sets. Sand it all down to get rid of the "golf ball" texture and paint with a good oil based enamel
It is more about getting it well operating than trying to do a restoration.
Do you think this will work?
Thanks