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Matt (Admin) replied to the topic Tips & Tricks in the forum DIY Packrafts 7 years, 10 months ago

I’m sticking this topic to the front page because it got buried – please post tips here instead of starting a new topic.
Matt (Admin) replied to the topic Heat increase Coverite Black Baron? in the forum DIY Packrafts 7 years, 10 months ago

Hi Rodney – Bruce wrote a post partially about that here: https://www.diypackraft.com/forums/topic/heat-sealing-tools/#post-4265

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Nate replied to the topic New users say "Hi" here to prove you are not a Spam Bot in the forum DIY Packrafts 7 years, 10 months ago

Hi. I’m Nate. I started following the site as I am interested in creating an inflatable surfmat. Unfortunately, there is not too much info out there on the subject. I have definitely been learning a lot on the site here. Thanks!
Matt (Admin) replied to the topic DIY Packraft Photos in the forum DIY Packrafts 7 years, 10 months ago

Excellent! I love the look of the yellow tubes and black trim.
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Conrad replied to the topic DIY Packraft Photos in the forum DIY Packrafts 7 years, 10 months ago

Thi sis my V 3 build. finally found all the leaks and realised my mistakes in building so after Ive tested this in water and had apply I intend to add inflated floor with sort of keel and a spray skirt of some kind. THEN I get to do it all again on a v3 in blue for my partner…
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porsmose replied to the topic New users say "Hi" here to prove you are not a Spam Bot in the forum DIY Packrafts 7 years, 10 months ago

Hi everyone. I’m building a v3 and I would like to say that so far I haven’t melted off all of my fingertips.

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Alexander replied to the topic New users say "Hi" here to prove you are not a Spam Bot in the forum DIY Packrafts 7 years, 10 months ago

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Matt (Admin) wrote a new post 7 years, 10 months ago

Here in the northern hemisphere, summer is getting closer and people are dusting off their paddles and planning trips for the coming months. If you want to meet other packrafters, share stories, and learn from […]
Matt (Admin) replied to the topic "Voyageur" extra huge. in the forum DIY Packrafts 7 years, 10 months ago

Excellent! Thanks for posting pictures, Derek!
Derek replied to the topic Heat increase Coverite Black Baron? in the forum DIY Packrafts 7 years, 10 months ago

I thought the same, but I found if you use masking tape to protect the TPU and use the entire flat surface of the iron, it goes pretty quick and makes a good seal. Then just use the tip for the finer details.
rtullett started the topic Heat increase Coverite Black Baron? in the forum DIY Packrafts 7 years, 10 months ago

Tried a few test welds with a modified Coverite Black Baron. Worked pretty well but the iron could stand to be a tad hotter in my opinion. I had it on full blast. Is there a way to adjust the temperature control to go slightly hotter?

Thanks Rodney
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Derek started the topic "Voyageur" extra huge. in the forum DIY Packrafts 7 years, 10 months ago

Just did the first inflation of the Voyageur. I extended the overall length by 16″ (40cm) to hopefully accommodate my wife and 7 year old on mellow water. I still need to build the inflatable floor, seats, and fix small leaks.

I might have made it too big, we’ll see. Was a fun build and I’m looking forward to building a regular sized one ne…[Read more]
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Steve replied to the topic New users say "Hi" here to prove you are not a Spam Bot in the forum DIY Packrafts 7 years, 10 months ago

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