> Has anyone had any experience sealing a leaking canvass hull. i have the
> oppurtunity to purchase an old non-folding folbot. reportedly the hull
> leaks slightly. I thought that if it wasnt ripped that i could paint it.
> Any ideas.

Check out the book "Wood and Canvas Kayak Building" by George Putz. It has a chapter devoted to repairing canvas boats. You should be able to find it at your local library or amazon.com.

Mike