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Extra D-rings can be handy if you want a place to hang your water bottle or other piece of equipment. If you’re ordering a new boat ask us about having extra d-rings installed at the factory. You can also send used boats to an AIRE service center, where they can weld in a retrofit d-ring that will be much stronger than a glued-on d-ring.
If you want to install the d-ring yourself, gluing a d-ring to the outside of your boat will save you from having to cut a slit in your boat to install it from the inside.
We have extra d-rings, glue, alcohol patches and other materials you’ll need to glue on extra d-rings on our website. https://www.aire.com/accessories/repair.html?p=1

Helpful Tips:
- Use glue-on d-rings for light loads.
- Make sure you’re in a well-ventilated area. The glue emits fumes that are best kept on the outside of your lungs.
- Watch the whole video before starting the process and make sure you have all of the tools on hand.
- Allow the glue sufficient time to dry. You’re going to reactivate it with a heat gun anyway and letting it dry will help it stick better.
- Wear protective gloves when working with glue.

Associated Tools:
- Paintbrush
- Stirring Stick
- Stabond Glue
- Heat Gun or Hair Dryer
- Weighted Roller (Optional, but a good idea)

P.S.
Have you heard about AIRE’s sister companies, Outcast Sporting Gear and AIRE Environmental? Outcast Sporting Gear produces quality fishing boats and equipment, while AIRE Environmental products protect our rivers from pollution.
Websites:
- https://www.aire.com
- https://www.outcastboats.com
- https://www.aireenvironmental.com