Inflatable Slow Leak

[hugo c]

I'm looking to buy a neighbor's 9ft. West Marine inflatable. But, he hasn't used it in months and has developed a slow leak in one of the tubes.

Any suggestions on how to trouble shoot a slow leak in an inflatable? Best way to patch it? Materials?

I'd like to know what I'm getting into before buying. (As if that's possible.....) Ha............

[HBAR]

Get a soapy mix apply with a spray bottle or a brush, guys from the gas company do this to find gas leaks in lines. When you come across the leak it'll start to form a bubble best to do in a shaded area not directly in the sun as it will dry out the mix, work it sections at a time.

[Cartman]

Get a soapy mix apply with a spray bottle or a brush, guys from the gas company do this to find gas leaks in lines. When you come across the leak it'll start to form a bubble best to do in a shaded area not directly in the sun as it will dry out the mix, work it sections at a time.

Right, but first convince the guy that it's a hopeless case and that you'll take the mess off his hands for what it costs you to drag it to the dump.

[hugo c]

Thanks for the responses.

I'll probably pass on this sucker. It seemed like a good deal at first.
But as mentioned, it will wind-up costing me more in time and aggravation. The winner would be the dump.

hugo c

[heydaad]

The air valves are the first place to look. Cheap to replace, just a few bucks. Use the soapy water test to be sure. Depending on where you live, there are a lot of reputable dealers to do repair work. I've always used the Elco Marine in Santa Ana, and have never been disappointed. But there are lots of places with a good reputation.

[unreal toad]

Go ahead and use it, but make sure u are chewing some gum if u find a leak

[Hometown]

Marine goop works great and very easy to use once you locate leak most hard ware stores carrey it

[DockRat]

developed a slow leak in one of the tubes.

Any suggestions on how to trouble shoot a slow leak in an inflatable? ...........

What is a slow leak ? 3 hours or a week to get low ?