Rhino Lining

[tanker]

Has anyone tried to use one of the rubberized coatings to paint and seal their sixes . somethng like is used in bed liners, Rhino lining, bull hide, tuff coat something of that nature. I am thinking of using this to coat the lower hull to seal and protect. the wedge is fiberglass so it should stick very well

[Mario]

I was looking to refinish my Max II upper (not that the tan is bad, but I want something with more curb appeal!) and had considered using one of the kits that you can find at an automotive store. I think it would be best to test on a chunk of similar poly.

As for the underside... I'm gathering the materials to diamond plate the underside. I'm not going crazy on it, just cutting sheets of the thinner stuff to fit in the open areas and then just putting into place with RTV silicone. This should protect a bit and be easy to remove if needed. What do you think?

[Mike]

Mario, what kit are you thinking of using on the upper half?

[tanker]

are you using the diamond plate as a skid plate? if so maybe smooth plate would work better cause it wouldn't hang up on obsticles

[Mario]

I was thinking of the diamond plate because of the toughness, but going with the smooth plate would be better. Perhaps I could still use the daimond plate for the front forward facing plate for the look.

As for the kit: There is a do-it-yourself pickup truck bed liner kit at VIP (automotive store) that comes with what is needed to do one vehicle for about $100. I found it even cheaper on eBay. I did notice that on some of the kits you control the "lumpyness" by the amount of particulates you add separately. As Tanker pointed out for the plating, smoothness in the body finish would help reduce stuff "MUD" from taking hold. It should stick well and could be touched up with ease.

Has anyone ever installed a kind of "rubber baby buggy bumper"? My wife had to shake her head when during my brother's first ride he headed toward the barn and I hesitated only briefly before putting my hand between Baby and building. Mike, isn't there a thread of some one getting hurt doing similar?

[Mario]

Hi Mike and Tanker,

Below is a link to an eBay auction for some stuff called Herculiner Roll-On Truck Bed Liner. The product details indicate you roll it on and that it can be used on pool decks and even vinyl tile. It should stick to ABS. I think I'll buy a quart and test it out.

eBay Motors: 1 Quart of Herculiner Roll-On Truck Bed Liner Black (item 270134342486 end time Jul-18-07 12:50:00 PDT)

Here is the factory product link: Herculiner Truck Bed Liners