Baller_ lpskier Posted October 7, 2021 Baller_ Share Posted October 7, 2021 My Nautique boat cover came with the boat. It is in very good condition, but water bleeds right through it. It can fill up with rain water covered and on the trailer in the driveway. What products do people use to convert this sieve into a waterproof cover? Thompson’s Water Seal? What? And what do you use to fight humidity (and hence mold) when it is covered? Lpskier Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller dave2ball Posted October 7, 2021 Baller Share Posted October 7, 2021 @lpskier I use a dehumidifier for mold. As for the water issue I would look for a fabric water repellent that can be sprayed on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller 2Valve Posted October 7, 2021 Baller Share Posted October 7, 2021 I've been using NikWax products for years on my motorcycle gear, tent and boat covers. https://www.nikwax.com/en-us/products/tx-direct-spray-on/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Windsurfnut Posted October 7, 2021 Baller Share Posted October 7, 2021 West Marine sells a PTEF waterproofing liquid. I've sprayed it on in the past with a fertilizer sprayer. It works awesome for waterproofing covers, bimini's etc. Easy to use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller TomH Posted October 7, 2021 Baller Share Posted October 7, 2021 303 Fabric Guard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Jmoski Posted October 7, 2021 Baller Share Posted October 7, 2021 How old is it? I bought a Nautique cover awhile ago and it turned out the coating was defective and hence it leaked like a sieve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ lpskier Posted October 7, 2021 Author Baller_ Share Posted October 7, 2021 @Jmoski 2015 Lpskier Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ lpskier Posted October 7, 2021 Author Baller_ Share Posted October 7, 2021 @dave2ball What kind of dehumidifier? Lpskier Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller dave2ball Posted October 7, 2021 Baller Share Posted October 7, 2021 @lpskier https://www.amazon.com/Caframo-Limited-9406CAABX-Dehumidifier-Circulator/dp/B0009L675W/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=Boat+dehumidifiers&qid=1633640979&sr=8-5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller skierjp Posted October 7, 2021 Baller Share Posted October 7, 2021 Buy a cover from Skip Dunlap. Best cover on the market at a super price Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Ali Posted October 7, 2021 Baller Share Posted October 7, 2021 +1 for talk to Skip Dunlap!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MDB1056 Posted October 7, 2021 Baller Share Posted October 7, 2021 Empire covers. Inexpensive, $180 range , incredibly waterproof, I’ve had the same one for at least 6-7 years, never leaked a drop. Light, easy to handle. Much better alternative to trying to waterproof a leaker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ lpskier Posted October 7, 2021 Author Baller_ Share Posted October 7, 2021 @dave2ball Does that one work well for you? I bought one and it crapped out on me in half a year. Lpskier Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller dave2ball Posted October 7, 2021 Baller Share Posted October 7, 2021 @lpskier yes. Have not had a problem as of yet. I also have a cover like skierjp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ swbca Posted October 8, 2021 Baller_ Share Posted October 8, 2021 @skierjp @Ali How to find Skip Dunlop. My Master Craft cover does nothing for keeping rain out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ETskier Posted October 8, 2021 Baller Share Posted October 8, 2021 +1 for Skip Dunlap, but even that cover will start leaking after a few years, especially here in FL. Good news is 303 fabric guard is awsome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller DavidN Posted October 8, 2021 Baller Share Posted October 8, 2021 @swbca Best to call him. Here’s one of his SIA ads including his #: https://www.ski-it-again.com/php/skiitagain.php?endless=summer&topic=Search&category=Boat_Cover&postid=43750 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller dave2ball Posted October 8, 2021 Baller Share Posted October 8, 2021 Plus 1 for Skip. Great person great service. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller LeonL Posted October 8, 2021 Baller Share Posted October 8, 2021 @lpskier is it leaking through the fabric or seams? Of course, that's hard to determine. If seams, waterproofing will have minimal effect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ lpskier Posted October 8, 2021 Author Baller_ Share Posted October 8, 2021 @LeonL i believe it weeps through the fabric. Lpskier Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tracks72 Posted October 8, 2021 Share Posted October 8, 2021 I have had really good luck using Star Brite Waterproofing Spray I use it every year when I prep for the season Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ Rednucleus Posted October 9, 2021 Baller_ Share Posted October 9, 2021 Do you think any of these sprays would help a baggy nylon drysuit that's getting weepy? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nickpep22 Posted October 9, 2021 Share Posted October 9, 2021 +1 for Skip his covers are really nice quality Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller LeonL Posted October 10, 2021 Baller Share Posted October 10, 2021 Skip's covers are good, fit nice and, my personal choice is a waterline cover to protect the sides from the sun. However water penetrates mine. It's under a boat house roof, so no big deal. I just can't spray it off without water seeping through. It's getting old but the top is never exposed to the sun. Maybe a new one will shed water for a 2-3 years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ETskier Posted October 10, 2021 Baller Share Posted October 10, 2021 @LeonL mine from Skip turned 3 years old this spring. Yes the sun was a factor, but it seemed as if it was drying out anyway. Try 2 32oz spray bottles of of 303 over the topsides. Will cost you around $50, but my boat is dry inside again for the past 6 months. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller mfjaegersr Posted October 10, 2021 Baller Share Posted October 10, 2021 I have 3 of these units, 1 in the Nautique and 2 in the fish tug; the pair have been going 10 years, Nov-April, in the PACNW. Ironwood Pacific Drywave 1000 Air Dryer https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000BTAQIG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_J6SN7VEH47ZCJPKKCQ1X?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ lpskier Posted October 11, 2021 Author Baller_ Share Posted October 11, 2021 @mfjaegersr Thanks for the heater suggestion but it’s not recommended for the Florida climate. I think I need a straight up dehumidifier, particularly in light of dealing with a damp carpet and a covered boat. Lpskier Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ lpskier Posted October 11, 2021 Author Baller_ Share Posted October 11, 2021 Has anyone tried this product, and if so (and you were happy with it) did you apply it with the cover on or off the boat? If on, did you have any negative experiences with the boat finish or interior? Lpskier Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller LeonL Posted October 11, 2021 Baller Share Posted October 11, 2021 @lpskier since my boat is stored on a lift and covered immediately after use, we exercise EXTREME care in avoiding any water getting in the boat. We ski back to the dock after sets and don't even put the rope in the boat until it dries as much as possible. (sling the water out and leave it on the dock while wiping down the boat) This may not be possible for you, based on your specific circumstances. @ETskier my cover is 13 years old. Beginning to get holes in at the rear due to afternoon sun hitting it. As stated it's under a roof and stored inside for the off season. I won't be spending any money or time to waterproof it, as I've stopped trying to clean it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ lpskier Posted October 11, 2021 Author Baller_ Share Posted October 11, 2021 @LeonL I have a boat lift but no roof over it, the choice being a lake view or a boathouse view from our house. And we ski out of the boat, so the carpet is constantly getting wet. Next boat will not have carpet but carpet is what I now have. Lpskier Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller skierjp Posted October 12, 2021 Baller Share Posted October 12, 2021 @lpskier How old is the boat cover? Yes totally agree,about the carpet. I love my SeaDek. In a Florida downpour the boat can be completely dry in a couple hours sitting in the sun. I don’t think skiers realize how nasty and disgusting carpet is until they have a boat without carpet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ lpskier Posted October 12, 2021 Author Baller_ Share Posted October 12, 2021 @skierjp It came with the boat and the boat is a 2015. I bought some 303 yesterday and will give it a go. Lpskier Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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