Polymorph Pellets

Polymorph Pellets for Reinforcing Kayak Hull Repairs

We have used Polymorph successfully to repair cracks in the Mirage well of old Hobie kayaks, by using it to form a thick reinforced backing to glue (using Marine Goop) onto the internal part of the Mirage well. We recommend that the crack be welded from the outside first, but we have seen this method work without welding.

The recipe and directions are as follows:

Ingredients

• Polymorph pellets (100 grams)
• Marine Goop (110 ml)
• Cup of hot water
• Optional (refer method): KC Plastic Welding Tool Kit

Method

1. Weld up crack on the outside using a KC Plastic Welding Kit, or alternatively have it welded by a professional
2. Put a packet of polymorph pellets into a cup of boiling water. Let it sit there for two or three minutes. The balls should turn from white to transparent.
3. Take out the blob of polymorph balls and form it into a vague rectangle shape, about the size of a hand palm, roughly 6-8mm thick
4. Press this up into the rear of the Mirage well where the crack is, and make sure the crack is well and truly covered. Press it in firmly, making sure it goes all the way to the base of the hull
5. Allow 30 mins to dry (it will turn white again), then remove it.
6. Now glue it back into place with a healthy liberal smearing of Marine Goop, pressing it firmly back into position.
7. Allow 24 hours to dry
8. Go kayaking
9. Profit