: I once heard that silicone is not good to use on latex, that's why you
: shouldn't use Armor-All on latex gaskets.

: Seal Saver has silicone, so maybe what I heard was wrong.

: I've been using 303 on my nylon drytops, paddling jackets and PFD's for 6
: months--I'm glad I can look forward to at least 8.5 more years! How long
: has 303 been around? I thought it was relatively new stuff.

: Check your local Wal-Mart for 303. It's supposed to be cheaper there in the
: automotive section than at kayak sources. I know that while it's good to
: support your local paddle shop, if you're spending $3 extra on 303 there,
: then you don't have the extra money to buy the latest nose plugs or
: paddling magazine.

: Shawn

I looked into 303 at work today and found out that it is basicly a non silocone UV protectant... and it should be put on anytyhing that you don't want to be damaged byu the sun... including varnished boats. I saw my bosses fibreglass boat whitch gets 303 every 3 or 4 months... it looks brand new even though it;s aproaching 5 years old...

Dave

one note... don't be cheap go to your local paddlwe shop. most really need more custumer base and you should buy everything you can their... no matter what the price discount somewhere else. who knows maybe you'll get to know the owner and get deals ;)