How Do You Repair Nylon On An Airhead Slide Boat Tube?
The nylon covering on a water toy, like the Airhead Slide Boat Tube, helps prevent damage that the vinyl surface of the towable toy might sustain if towed across an unseen submerged obstruction. Towed behind a power boat, these inflatables appear to offer an experience not unlike that of water skiing without the peril of falling down. Inflatable sleds have become a source of waterborne entertainment that adds a “different” dimension to the sport of boating. Inspect the damage. You can determine if the vinyl has been damaged by inflating the Airhead. Fill a spray bottle, available at grocery and hardware stores, with water and two tablespoons of liquid dish detergent. Spray the damaged area, press down on the tube and watch the damaged area to see if bubbles form at the site of the damage. If bubbles do not form, continue with the nylon repair. Use scissors to cut a piece of nylon repair tape so that it forms a patch at least 1 inch larger than the damaged area. Peel about half of the b
