Re: Keel Guard
Doug,<br /><br />I was looking to replace mine. It was starting to turn loose on the aft end. I contacted KeelShield and KeelGuard asking for samples to color match the hull.<br />I determined mine was actually a KeelGuard. While looking at their web site I noticed a lifetime guarantee. I contacted them inquiring about the guarantee. To my surprise they informed me the lifetime guarantee started 3 years ago but they would warrant mine at 50% no questions asked. I was impressed they would step up to the plate like that. Needless to say they have a new customer. I would highly recommend KeelGuard to anyone.<br />If you currently have a keel protector installed let me tell you it is tuff to get the foam and glue removed. The easiest process we discovered is to remove the current guard. This will leave a layer of foam and adhesive. We heated this material with a heat gun. (hairdryer on steroids). I used a door shim (wood) as a scraper. Be careful not to over heat or get this goop on you, its hot. After the foam is scraped away the best you can, I used acetone in a squirt sprayer. Let it sit for a few seconds and use another scraper to remove layers of glue. Do this in a well-ventilated area and no flames or sparks. This stuff is very flammable. Squirt wait and wipe till it is all gone.<br />Follow the instructions for installation. It has to be 70-80 degrees to install. I will use the heat gun to make the new guard pliable in the spring when I install my new guard.<br /><br />Good luck,<br /><br />qapd@houston.rr.com<br />Pasadena, Tx<br />'97 Mako 191
