Keel guards

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03-10-2013, 07:40 PM
hawgdog

Keel guards

Anyone got any experience installing? Ever put one on?
03-10-2013, 08:20 PM
rockmike

I installed it on my boat and it hasn't come off, so that means most anybody can do it. And, it has done a good job protecting my boat.
03-10-2013, 08:21 PM
monkeywrench

Have put on 3 with no problem call me 581-7157.
03-10-2013, 08:27 PM
creekslick

Can you put one on a tin boat?
03-10-2013, 08:35 PM
hawgdog

Keel guards

Quote:

Originally Posted by monkeywrench

Have put on 3 with no problem call me 581-7157.

Will do.. I have a WE predator and was wondering if the paint had to be removed?
03-10-2013, 08:47 PM
hawgdog

Keel guards

Thanks for the info gene (monkeywrench) .. Just sold me on it
03-10-2013, 08:55 PM
monkeywrench

You can put one on any boat
03-10-2013, 09:30 PM
constructskeeter

I'll never own another boat without one if that says anything. I've not put one on a boat in a long time but my boat is older now too.
03-10-2013, 09:41 PM
arkansasbowhunter

Keel guards

I was thinking of putting one on my boat. Is there as best kind and place to order from?
03-10-2013, 09:49 PM
XPress12

Re: Keel guards

I would check out the Hambys Light version. I put one on a XPress bay boat and I am more than impressed. It is thicker than the others and can be self installed. I did take the paint off prior to the install and then ran a small bead of 3m 4200 sealant around the edge and it ain't coming off anytime soon!

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03-10-2013, 10:14 PM
broharrell

Got a Hamby on my Procraft. It was installed by Bass Annie. I know it is at least ten years old. Looks as good now as the day I got it. A good investment if you plan to keep your boat a while in my opinion.
03-10-2013, 10:35 PM
hawgdog

Keel guards

Thanks guys.. I been reading and watchn installation videos. Gotta get one for my predator!
03-10-2013, 10:45 PM
hawgdog

Keel guards

Seems like megaware bought out hambys.. Both seem like a good option
03-10-2013, 11:14 PM
JeremyDale

Keel guards

I haven't had an issue yet where I feel I need one but I sure could use something to protect my skeg...or should I say what's left of it!
03-11-2013, 12:18 AM
thespeckbandit

Keel guards

The keel guard guys had a booth at the bassmaster classic and i spent some time talking with them. They told me if you're installing their product on an aluminum boat that is painted you have to remove the paint. They said they have seen, over time, the paint come off under the keel guard, causing it to come unstuck. They also said for best results to be sure and use alcohol to clean the surface of any traces of oil, and to be sure and not touch the adhesive on the guard because the oil on your skin also prevents it from sticking. Also, the hamby's is made only for boats with a sharp v bow because it comes pre-formed in that shape.
03-11-2013, 10:49 AM
hawgdog

thanks for the info!

Quote:

Originally Posted by thespeckbandit

The keel guard guys had a booth at the bassmaster classic and i spent some time talking with them. They told me if you're installing their product on an aluminum boat that is painted you have to remove the paint. They said they have seen, over time, the paint come off under the keel guard, causing it to come unstuck. They also said for best results to be sure and use alcohol to clean the surface of any traces of oil, and to be sure and not touch the adhesive on the guard because the oil on your skin also prevents it from sticking. Also, the hamby's is made only for boats with a sharp v bow because it comes pre-formed in that shape.
03-11-2013, 12:50 PM
arkansasbowhunter

Keel guards

I just ordered one to put on. Had one on another boat and really liked it. Hope the install is easy.
03-11-2013, 03:40 PM
hawgdog

Keel guards

Quote:

Originally Posted by arkansasbowhunter

I just ordered one to put on. Had one on another boat and really liked it. Hope the install is easy.

Let me know what directions say about removing paint.