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    Posted: 04 October 2016 at 3:46pm
We are storing the boat under one of those RV enclosures this year - the kind with the metal tubing frame with a reinforced vinyl skin.  Our bowsprit is just a little too long for the enclosure and will touch the end.  In addition to padding the bowsprit, I wanted to put an abrasion patch on the vinyl material, and thought SurLast (of which I have many scraps) would be a good choice.  The question is:  Can I glue it to the vinyl fabric, or do I have to sew it?  I don't want to weaken the vinyl with needle holes if possible.  If gluing is an option, any recommendations for adhesive?
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Hi Sue,

The best approach is to sew it. Sorry for the delay in answering. My team and I just got back from the Annapolis Boat Show.

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Thanks Matt - hope the boat show was a success!  Someday I'll make it there.

Anyway, I went ahead and glued it with 3M 77 spray adhesive.  Seems to hold okay... will let you know in spring!  I figured if it falls off, I could sew it later.

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