Is repairing wise?
- Rthr_B_Fishn
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Is repairing wise?
Hey guys i got an "old" 74 livingston from a friend and i used it well for a season but now it has a few 2" to 3" holes on the runners is it wise to try and repair the glass. its pretty brittle with age lol i did the quote cause i was born in 74 haha .. im feelin brittle too, but anywho should i get the repair kits and stuff or just buy a used off Craigs or somehting? Feed back appreciated in advance thanks.... fish on!
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RE:Is repairing wise?
First, let me welcome you to WL.com:cheers:
Hmmm......33 year old Livingston with holes. This brings a vision to mind that I have seen many times, an upside down Livingston boat in a backyard baking in the sun, year after year. The sun has a wonderful way of causing fiberglass to deteriorate.
So, not seeing the boat, I would suggest looking for a replacement like an aluminum. If you say that it is getting brittle, I wouldn't get in it, let alone put my family in it.
Hmmm......33 year old Livingston with holes. This brings a vision to mind that I have seen many times, an upside down Livingston boat in a backyard baking in the sun, year after year. The sun has a wonderful way of causing fiberglass to deteriorate.
So, not seeing the boat, I would suggest looking for a replacement like an aluminum. If you say that it is getting brittle, I wouldn't get in it, let alone put my family in it.
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- Rthr_B_Fishn
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RE:Is repairing wise?
Ty mark for the input i have thought about that as well.. hehe no family just a guy tryin to get some din din the easy way Fish On thanks alot tho.
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RE:Is repairing wise?
Very cheap on CL if you know what to look for. I have seen some for below $200. That's what I'd suggest.
RE:Is repairing wise?
Yep I've seen some good lookin Livingstons for about $125 that would do the trick and would save you time and money for repairing...It's up to you though.
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RE:Is repairing wise?
o.k. well thanks for the advice .. now the harder part anyone interested in a """slightly""" used boat! hahah jk