Flotation foam in Gregor boat

[headpin]

Bought a 1980 15' Gregor boat and didn't realize the flotation foam under the seats was missing. Some where along the life of the boat it was taken out for storage. I want to put back in but I've been told I need to take it to the Gregor company and have them do it. Fresno is 108 miles one way and a Dodge Hemi
drinks alot. Is there any products that would allow me to fill in the foam. Without I've been told this boat will sink like a rock. Any help will be appreciated

 

[Boatist]

Re: Flotation foam in Gregor boat

Yes you can fill with closed cell foam your self. All you need is drill and a mixing bit. Must be careful when filling that you do not over fill an area with no place for the foam to excape.

You get the two part foam lots of places. Maybe here at Iboat, but for sure West Marine has it or in Sacramento Tap plastic has it.

Best to mix at about 80 degrees. Mix in a small container and poor in the area to be filled before it starts to expand.

Also some of the local boat builder may do it for you if you have it ready to go. Make sure you use closed cell foam and it will not soak up water.