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leaking airbags what glue to use?

Posted: Thu Jan 28, 2010 8:48 pm
by Lennart
Hi
what do you use to repair airbags? I got two leaking bags.
1 blue voyageur bag
1 blue mobile adventure bag.

Budget is low and airbags are not easy to sell over here , so repair is I hope the easy option to keep me afloat. :)

Thank a lot

Posted: Thu Jan 28, 2010 9:43 pm
by 2opnboat1
I suggest shoe goop

Posted: Thu Jan 28, 2010 11:27 pm
by ezwater
I use Aquaseal and/or Seamgrip. Seamgrip soaks into surface fabric of airbags very effectively, but Aquaseal is better for larger holes.

Posted: Fri Jan 29, 2010 12:44 am
by padlcnu
I think a patch works much better then just glue. Use Vynabond for the glue and a piece of an old air bag or other vinyl. Also look for Thermarest patch kit, they work great too. :P

Posted: Fri Jan 29, 2010 2:34 am
by phreon
I've used Aquaseal on small holes and wear spots with great success. I don't think I'd rely on it for big holes, significant rips or problems at the seams though.

Phreon

Posted: Fri Jan 29, 2010 2:50 am
by sdbrassfield
2opnboat1 wrote:I suggest shoe goop
Shoe goo x 2 ... spread it on thick, makes a good pliable patch.

Posted: Fri Jan 29, 2010 3:30 am
by coloradopaddler
i had to repair some air bags last summer. on the holes (pinholes), i used aqua seal with an air bag material patch. on the seam leaks i just used aqua seal. they all seem to be holding well.

Posted: Fri Jan 29, 2010 1:45 pm
by golder
another vote for aquaseal here.

Posted: Fri Jan 29, 2010 5:58 pm
by Scott Free
Auquaseal or Seamgrip. As for the patch, any material will do. It doesn't have to be vinyl or airbag material. You could probably use burlap. The sealant does the work, and will make any material you choose airtight.

Posted: Sat Jan 30, 2010 12:48 am
by TheKrikkitWars
Black Witch or Bostik 2402

Leaky Air Bags

Posted: Mon Feb 01, 2010 7:51 pm
by fleckbass
I had two that were leaking around the valve. I ran a bead of Vinabond around the valve and they are good to go!