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The contact cement is intimidating to use because of how careful you need to be, but it proved to be a godsend for us over the course of the whole project. That sounds like the route I was going to take, trowel on the large areas, and contact cement on bends, corners, etc. What specific products did you use? I know the contact cement has good reviews on durability but I have not heard of anyone else using AAT Considering our carpet has been in Bass Boat Trailer Restoration 03 Bass Boat Trailer Restoration 03 for only a few days I obviously cannot speak to its durability over time but it seems like ok stuff.

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I just finished a 97 ranger. Carpet powerhead paint etc. It takes up a lot of time but totally worth it at the end. What a beautiful job restoring a boat that was left to rot! Also just think of the memories made during the process, something you will never forget.

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