Removing Old Mounts and Filling the Drill Holes

[Striper_MIKE]

I've got a yak that I bought used. Great boat but the guy I bought it from placed a few mounts in some places that just aren't too practical. I like the GearTrac and see this more and more as others are riggings their new yaks but need to remove what I've got and fill/seal the drill holes correctly.

How would you guys go about doing this? I'm open to all suggestions. Thanks.

[zimm]

First thing that comes to mind is a plastic welder from Harbor Freight. My experience patching a ram X canoe split was that it's similar to soldering ie: requires a steady hand to produce a smooth fill. find the right color plastic rod and the final result should be acceptable.
there are plenty of "how to" videos on the web

[Striper_MIKE]

Thanks zimm.

There's got to be another way to go besides welding, right? Is there some kind of compound I can apply and let dry? Keep in mind, most of these holes being filled will then be covered by a GearTrac. Doesn't need to be pretty, just needs to be effective/practical ...

[Memory Maker]

I've got the Hobie repair kit complete w/matching color plastic. It uses the same color as the Yak. Quick and easy to use. with just a little sanding it's about invisable. I can do it for ya if we can get together sometime.

[jet]

i just place duck tape on the inside of the yak covering the hole, then goop the hole. goop shrinks so a few layers are needed to make it think and hard. works fine for me

[J.A. Veil]

Is there some kind of compound I can apply and let dry? Keep in mind, most of these holes being filled will then be covered by a GearTrac. Doesn't need to be pretty, just needs to be effective/practical ...

Given those parameters, get a tube of Goop (about $5 at Home Depot). You don't need Marine Goop -- any of the Goop formulations work about the same. I have used Goop to seal leaks, reinforce a keel, and make other patches. It is not cosmetically attractive but it works and is inexpensive. Let it dry for a few hours then add another coat. Stupidjet's suggestion to put tape under the hole is a good one. In this hot weather, the Goop will run and slither before setting up.