an alternative for keel guard

[a_bullfrog_a]

I got this shower caulk http://www.homedepot.com/cmc_upload/HDUS/EN_US/asset/images/eplus/108150_4.jpg at home depot to replace the bad stuff. It works great on the 90 degree angles and it sticks great. Being that It's less then $7.00 I think I'll give it<br />a try on the keel of my boat. the plastic part<br />is a soft type so it shouldn't crack. My only<br />concern is that when the boat gets moving the water<br />will hit it with a lot of pressure and peel it off.<br />anyone have any opinions on this before I try it?

 

[a_bullfrog_a]

Re: an alternative for keel guard

http://www.homedepot.com/cmc_upload/HDUS/EN_US/asset/images/eplus/108150_4.jpg <br />try this link instead. I left no space so the word <br />"at" became part of the url. oops<br /><br />EDIT: Try the "Edit Post" button, Bullfrog. That way you can fix it and don't need to post a reply to correct it.

 

[PAkev]

Re: an alternative for keel guard

From the looks of the picture I believe you will have to use a lot of this stuff to come close to the protection Keelshield or Keelguard affords. <br /><br />I installed the Keelguard on my boat and it also involves a chemical bonding process which truly makes it stick to the hull. <br /><br />Frankly, I think you will realize compromized results by not using the right tool for the job.<br /><br />Kevin

 

[wallbanger2]

Re: an alternative for keel guard

A guy down the street from me actually used something similar on his boat. He used multiple overlapping strips to get the same coverage as a Keel Guard. On the 3rd day after his installation, it started seperating from the hull in several places. It had not been in the water yet. This leads me to believe that the caulking strips dont have the adhesive power to stay attached while under power.

 

[a_bullfrog_a]

Re: an alternative for keel guard

I'd have to agree. This is the great thing about<br />forums. You can ask any dumb question you want<br />and no one knows who you are, lol.

 

[Evinrude Boater]

Re: an alternative for keel guard

Anything described as "magic" usually doesn't provide the desired results. The "magic" with this stuff is that it looks like you can apply caulking in a straight line. Better to keep bathtub products in the bathroom.

 

[Realgun]

Re: an alternative for keel guard

Could you not use 3m 5200 to attact the vinyl strip? To bad the Keel Guard is WAY over priced!<br />It should be like 25 dollars not 100.

 

[PAkev]

Re: an alternative for keel guard

Anything is only worth what people are willing to pay for it...........<br /><br />If you think the Keelguard is overpriced think about the alternative of paying someone a few hundred sheckles for a gelcoat repair.<br /><br />Look around a little and you will find the Keelguard and Keelshield alternatives an economy solution to such Keel protectors such as Hambleys keel protectors which cost over $500 installed.<br /><br />I've seen Keelguards and Keelshields in the Cabelas Bargain Cave (returned merchandise) on occasion for about $25 - $35 less than retail.<br /><br />Kevin

 

[a_bullfrog_a]

Re: an alternative for keel guard

If it says "marine" in the name, it's gonna be <br />overpriced.

 

[a_bullfrog_a]

Re: an alternative for keel guard

You know!!! I was looking for the place to go to<br />edit that post.. Thanks for pointing it out to me.<br />I was looking more in detail for it and its <br />right on the main post, lol. Thanks again..

 

[a_bullfrog_a]

Re: an alternative for keel guard

bty that stuff in the shower handles all kinds<br />of soap, heat and water and it's very sticky.<br />Thats where I came up with my little brain storm,lol