Leak in aluminum boat

[gamehunter2007]

I have a 12' Semi-V aluminum boat that is leaking in one of the seams in the bow of the boat. I was wondering what you guys would recommend as far as fixing this problem. I was thinking of using a waterproof caulk of somekind or J-B Weld and running it along both the inside and outside of the seams. Any kind of information would be very helpful.

Thanks,

gamehunter2007

 

[Bob_VT]

Re: Leak in aluminum boat

Gluvit is an epoxy made exactly for that purpose. It is made by marine tex. It's an easy fix.

Welcome to iboats!

 

[Huron Angler]

Re: Leak in aluminum boat

I have a 12' Semi-V aluminum boat that is leaking in one of the seams in the bow of the boat. I was wondering what you guys would recommend as far as fixing this problem. I was thinking of using a waterproof caulk of somekind or J-B Weld and running it along both the inside and outside of the seams. Any kind of information would be very helpful.

Thanks,

gamehunter2007

Cabela's sells a stick that can be melted with a propane torch to seal rivets and seams. It costs $9 so it is a cheap way to patch a small leak. It can be sanded and painted and is very durable. It is made by 3M and I've used it on my 12' aluminum boat. Gluvit is a stronger, more permanent solution but if you're looking to save some $$ I recommend this. I orded it from the website.

Good luck and welcome to the site!

 

[gamehunter2007]

Re: Leak in aluminum boat

Hey thanks for the information, this is a great forum.

 

[bowman316]

Re: Leak in aluminum boat

All you need is JB weld, it will work great.
I had a half inch wide gash in an 12 ft aluminum boat. It was about 2 inches long. And turned the boat upside down and filled it from the bottom side, and it could not be more water tight. I don't use the boat much, but i did this 2 years ago and it has held up fine