Fix a Chipped Skateboard & Longboard Deck

Fixing a chipped skateboard deck is very cheap and easy. Save money by repairing your deck.
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Razor Tail and Delamination:
If the plies of wood have separated, from delamination, or you have razor tail, check out this video:
• Fix Skateboard Razor T...
Fixing A Chipped Skateboard Deck:
Chips usually occur when a skateboard slams into a wall or curb, or lands on the nose or tail from doing a trick. They cracks and chips can also happen if the tail has been worn down making the plies of wood thin. This is known as "razor tail".
The steps shown in this video do not work for all types of chips.
This is especially true where the bottom plies of wood have been chipped off. Wood filler is brittle and not nearly as strong as wood.
Bottom ply chips may be better fixed with just wood glue, or wood glue with some saw dust.
Wood filler is great for chips on the top plies of wood that do not come in contact with the ground when popping the board. If wood filler is applied to the bottom plies of a deck, the wood filler can break off. This is where glue and reshaping the deck may be a better fix. This is seen in the Skateboard Razor Tail and Delamination video link above.
Cost for Repair: About $8
For many people who don't have the money to put toward a new skate deck, this is a great way to prolong the life of your skateboard.
FAQ:
• How long does it take for wood filler to dry?
Roughly 24 hours.
• Will this affect the pop?
It shouldn't because now the plies are stiff and solid as one piece. You should have pretty good pop after this.
If you have any questions about skateboard or longboard products and brands, send us a message.

[@ArcaneCastle]

I came back 8 years later to this video specifically to make sure I was doing this right. Thanks for many fixed boards.

[@RatVision]

Over the years I’ve wished I did this a bit better. I’ve also read comments with some better suggestions too. The video is still good. I think for smaller chips, this works. Saw dust with wood glue could work too. Wood filler can be too brittle with large chips. Glad this has worked out for you all these years. Got any suggestions for future videos?

[@Stylliz]

Wsp

[@Merlin_YouTube]

if you dont have sand paper use the old griptape for 3:13

[@nsh-flash2949]

that's true

[@scootjourney5513]

Sanding you dumbass

[@nosockgaming5919]

Amcentz Drifts Dude we all know that griptape is not like proper sandpaper but you can use it in a pinch dumbass

[@jungunddumm8023]

to all germans: i didnt find Wood filler in my local hardware store so i bought a 500g Box of "Molto Holz Reparatur Spachtel" for about 5€ and it works perfectly well.

[@FirstPersonSkater]

***** Danke.

[@BassheadCurry]

When the board chips, save the piece that broke off and glue it back on. Boom. That's what I always did.

[@sambertagno3701]

Same

[@gnarlyalexander8075]

Same

[@sentom866]

Same

[@brazenskateboarding9163]

+Basshead Curry same

[@emmi04]

Same

[@JackPetosa]

It's too bad this guy never uploads.

[@exzaviorw]

yea. I watch these all the time for no reason, wish it was more common for uploads

[@RatVision]

Yeah I hate this guy. Trying to get a couple out later this summer.

[@leonj1844]

+Rat Vision - Skateboard Tech PLS UPLOAD

[@azraeiazman]

fuck! you actually alive!

[@DerpyNarwhalz]

Rat Vision - Skateboard Tech u liar

[@lukeregina906]

Legend has it he still has the same board till this day

[@zhaneranger]

The way you cut the grip tape... that was beautiful

[@RatVision]

Awe thanks! I'm blushing

[@cameronhart3950]

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[@drewwilliams4363]

2:24 thats what she said

[@numberstnano986]

lol

[@davinsoro8582]

Hahaha

[@coca-colaofficial5613]

Stfu

[@logandedz5503]

It's creepy when he is always looking at the camera

[@ivan_valerian]

ikr

[@CALVINAGUSTIN]

and the way he talks too. it reminds me of one of those 80's or i think 90's old acting style commercial

[@SexyKirbySnack]

Musicman 5122 yep

[@chrisrobinson2062]

looks like he is wearing makeup too.

[@cheyennebroughton3503]

This whole conversation is filled with people who think toilet paper will save them from the coronavirus...

[@deimosphob]

If you have a longboard that has cut-outs for the wheels that has plywood that has chipped out completely, it might just be more economical to screw in a new piece of wood and add a plastic guard over it. In all of my custom deck's I dip the tips into colored silicone in order to prevent further chipping, also it looks really cool.

[@RatVision]

That works too. There are always multiple ways to do things. This method does not work on big chips for the reasons you mentioned. Out method works for small chips on the top surface.

[@RatVision]

We have a video coming out probably next week that is a "pre-quel" to this video. It will show how to fix delamination and razor tail.

[@RatVision]

Good attitude! You learned something that you'll remember for the rest of your life.

[@danhoffman1910]

duuude you're sooo cheesy hahah but good video

[@happydayslol2382]

Fr cr f t.c

[@ziggystardust48]

Thanks to Rat Vision videos and the brilliant guidance and experienced knowledge plus sage-worthy wisdom! I am really impress - I haven't skate since '94 and I am relieved to watch your excellent videos before buying any equipment. Plenty to learn...Cheers..

[@RatVision]

True. Sometimes it's not a big deal, but not everyone lives in the USA where decks are cheap. Most places, outside the US, decks start at over $80. A lot of people want to make their decks last as long as possible. A friend of mine who is a pro vert skater was so picky about shapes. When he found one that flipped good he actually busted the nose one day and asked me if I could repair it. He could get free decks anytime, but this deck shape felt good. So, repairs are work for a lot of people.

[@jameschurchill8847]

can you also use your old grip tape for sand paperO___o

[@lawrencemammitzsch4528]

why is i didnt see this tutorial before i bought that new deck!! GOD DANG IT!! :)

[@nickshumar4553]

You can always do this to your old deck and have a backup deck

[@channeleightyfour]

Dude. I got into an argument yesterday with some fools. They never heard of repairing a chipped deck before. I'm so glad I found this vid you made 11 years ago!! 🤣 You helped me blow their minds! Skate or Die bro. 🤟🏼

[@datkillaboy5997]

These videos are easily the most informational and helpful I've seen on youtube! Great job man! *subbed*

[@jewishfox6580]

Also there is a little trick, that old time woodworkers use. Instead of using "Wood Filler" you can mix some saw dust, and glue. You will get almost the same result. =)

[@RatVision]

Yeah it works great too. Skaters aren't wood workers, so they'd have to get a saw and some wood, make saw dust, and go get wood glue. Since they need to get wood glue, it might be a lot easier to just get wood filler. That's why.

[@genesisnkaidence8519]

Rat Vision - Skateboard Tech dont worry about that fuckface hes just a fuckn idiot. good video shit helped alot.

[@kimpals]

Carlos Cavazos shut up

[@genesisnkaidence8519]

Gedas AndBass make me

[@genesisnkaidence8519]

Raketbaever hugh

[@matthewvaughn8522]

If you have a hard time getting the filler out of the tube, you can take some scissors and cut the tip. Works for any similar tubular container yo

[@artiegohome]

Just bought an old, totally thrashed Zorlac that I'm going to restore. Your video was really helpful. Thanks and subbed!

[@RatVision]

Thank you for the awesome comment. We really appreciate it.

[@jay_maybe]

why not just cut the tube nozzle of the wood filler so its wider and easier to squeeze?

[@jay_maybe]

but like it does bc ive done it before....

[@jay_maybe]

The Potato King LMAO oh my god. dude you just take some scissors and cut the plastic yo. i mean it takes some effort but its not impossible

[@GuiTaRMaNiaC557]

The Potato King of course it would, with a wider hole there's less resistance so it's relatively easier to squeeze the filler out

[@JokeronGamez]

@@jay_maybe wow that person must now think that tp will save them from corona lol yes I am here in 2020 but helpful videos are helpful videos, the think is that person deleted his replies lol

[@vulture4117]

I'm the kind of person who would try to re-use the old griptape

[@sookey20]

Bought a board the other day that needs a repair, this video was perfect! Very clean tutorial, short to the point, funny!! And very informative! Thanks bro!!

[@RatVision]

Yes. See our video on fixing razor tail and delamination

[@Harry0v1]

Thanks dude! These videos are helping me ALOT! Im completely revamping my longboard and turning it into a bottleneck cruiser, painting it, getting new grip tape and adding under glow! :D

[@RatVision]

Great! Glad we can help you.

[@loganmiller3710]

thats awesome dude.

[@antifascistskater]

Well, watched all yuot videos, now you need to upload more.

[@amango7925]

Very professional video with some quirky comments. Went straight to the point with tips, and dos and don'ts. Quality video, that explains what to do and what to get. The guy has a likeable personality and keeps your attention. Subscribed

[@RatVision]

Now that is an awesome comment. We appreciate the nice feedback. People like you are what keep us making videos. Thank you.

[@amango7925]

No, thank you for helping me refurbish a few boards. I didn't have to spend big bucks on a deck.

[@aidenward4197]

i have watched this video lots of times and i cant stop watching it:)

[@311i0t]

great vid, but what the fuck is that camera angle.

[@jostert]

lol right!

[@tcmonkeycow]

First 3 seconds: THATS WHAT SHE SAID!

[@austinbrooks8700]

This is an amazing tutorial! It really helped me out its a 2 in 1. A tutorial for fixing chips in your deck also a tutorial to apply some griptape onto your deck i highly recommend this video.

[@sumitmehta567]

Grip tape setups are always so satisfying....🤩

[@bigblrrd3715]

I don't want to take my grip take off though it's custom

[@lukaskuipers7791]

It's off with the griptape or having a chipped deck

[@lukaskuipers7791]

It's off with the griptape or having a chipped deck

[@Allan.509]

No you just have to peel it back with a hair drier and make sure nothing gets on it then re stick it with a hair drier

[@jaredbroo6537]

Wht if i dont have a blow dryer ?

[@RatVision]

+jared espinoza Then you might have a very tough time peeling it off.

[@LukeSpag]

Leave it out in the sun on a hot day and it will loose the it up. :D

[@adjggonzilla7763]

throw some cheetos in your mouth and blow on your grip

[@samuelorigenes1185]

+TokenTheBlackMan If you don't have grammar, you're never going to have a future.

[@leonardodelacruz3632]

heat gun

[@RatVision]

Of course it's only a temporary fix. All this is doing is extending the life of the deck. It's going to make it new again. Thanks you for the suggestion. I'll add to the description.

[@josetarango4168]

All of my skating problems have been solved because of rat vision thank you so much bro keep up the good work !!!!

[@ethanyoung6306]

The grip God says to score it more.

[@Xaon45]

*Insert outdated joke about Rollerblades* There! Now the kids will know I'm relevant and edgy!

[@PistolSwitches]

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[@RatVision]

The spot where you put it might have been dirty/dusty. It needs to be clean. It can also break off if the chip area is big or if the wood filler has too much pressure applied to it. Check out our other video on delamination and razor tail. That might help you more.

[@RatVision]

We have a video for this exact thing that has not been released yet. It will be out next week. In short, take the chunk out or any wood that has got between the plies. With a flat screw diver pry open the plies and squirt in wood glue between the plies. Clamp the plies and let them dry over night. Then sand the edge of the deck and reshape nose or tail with sand paper. Did the plies actually split in the center/middle of the deck?

[@thomasedwards7894]

How he stares into the camera :o

[@RatVision]

Pretty sexy huh?

[@thomasedwards7894]

Damn sexy . Haha

[@garretthansen9933]

ive had my deck for 2 days and now i have the same chip ;-;

[@KubesC37]

me too...

[@Ryaaan96]

KubesC37 woah, hey prod

[@zuzug.9439]

GNasty the day I got my longboard I was going down a hill and needed to get off quickly because of a stupid car . So I hopped off after stopping with my foot and my deck decoded to go under a Fiat and get stuck. Resulted in a chip

[@RatVision]

Awesome feedback.

[@MickyThunderV]

Vids of this guy are still gold

[@MattScoots3940]

You don't have to remove the whole piece of grip...

[@transamcounty5631]

I feel like hes staring into my soul lol

[@RatVision]

I was.

[@transamcounty5631]

Rat Vision - Skateboard Tech lol

[@GamingGN]

Trans am county Ratvision ARE YOU STILL REPLYING AFTER LIKE FIVE YEARS!?!!

[@transamcounty5631]

+Singia Letsplays xXMinecraftXx lol wow I didn't notice how old this video was!

[@GamingGN]

Trans am county ha

[@trying2batree847]

This guy makes tutorials entertaining lol I like this dude

[@RatVision]

Lengthwise? Where is it at, in the center? How long have you had the deck, and what brand is it?

[@xgenerationfrost7986]

I'll have you know I'm 14 and own many cassette tapes

[@RatVision]

No way. You're so retro.

[@devindoesntknowyou7628]

Rat Vision - Skateboard Tech before i watched this i removed grip tape incorrectly . now the board is covered in glue. any idea on how to fix it?

[@zuzug.9439]

Devindoesntknowyou rubbing Alchohol or some sort of goe be gone

[@samkercher5869]

lol im twelve and i know what a cassette tape is

[@domo1453]

Cool story bro

[@samkercher5869]

Skate Or Die Thx ;) haha

[@queque8665]

um, okay dude....

[@johnwichismeiler5560]

When I was 12 I was playing my favorite songs off cassette tape recordings , of course this was back when gays was locked up

[@RatVision]

The board may be ok now. How does it function or ride?

[@RatVision]

I love your enthusiasm, and you are right about glue and saw dust. Unfortunately, most people don't have wood glue sitting around, so they'll need to go buy it. They probably don't have saw dust that has been carefully placed in a jar that is now sitting on a shelf above the toilet. That's where I keep my saw dust preserves. They will need to saw something like a chair leg. So, buying wood glue and making saw dust versus just buying wood filler and a putty knife... wood filler wins. Sorry.

[@chong3201]

19 bucks you can buy a new deck

[@RatVision]

Nope

[@chong3201]

www.skatewarehouse.com/Skate_Warehouse_Blank_V-Natural_Deck/descpage-SWN1DK.html yup..

[@SolaceReignFalls]

+Rat Vision - Skateboard Tech can my old grip tape work?

[@error.418]

Oh man, you fell for the classic sales trick. That's $20, plus tax for some states and shipping. Also, I would say "nope" to that, too. That's going to be the shittiest wood and lamination process they can use. It's going to fall apart faster than the repair job in this video. Also, he did the repair for $10, so still less than half the cost of buying that deck.

[@chong3201]

***** I got that deck for 23 dollars shipped to my door its hard maple and skates well I bet it hold up alot better than wood filler foh I didnt fall for shit 13 dollars more I got a brand new deck and they threw in grip you keep trying tho

[@posers7036]

Just buy a new board

[@JustWILLification]

thank you and the video is great . keep it up man , you've done the best thing that skateboarding has to offer to its riders.

[@shield400]

That was a mighty fine job! Thank you!

[@cookies7573]

Um no offense but your trying to hard to be funny😂

[@christiank2461]

he never made any jokes...

[@BennyBowman]

too*

[@aduckwithinternetconnectio9916]

Isaiah Slider whick jokes did he make

[@not_a_frog]

stop pretending you can skate. please?

[@RatVision]

Joseph McCann Does it hurt your feelings?

[@not_a_frog]

Rat Vision - Skateboard Tech Post one video of you doing a tre flip that doesn't look like shit and ill back off. Otherwise stop pretending you skate. You don't know shit.

[@DarkGoldBK]

Skateboarding is all about the fun. It's only competitive and it only matters if you skate for sport. Lighten up and quit being a dick about it.

[@siyanchen3443]

Joseph McCann shut up , he knows more than you

[@jungunddumm8023]

Joseph McCann you are fucking stupid. No matter if he can skate or not, his videos are great and helped me to make my Boards/Trucks last about twice as long as i were used to. In addition, you shouldnt care if anyone can skate or not, everything is alright as long you have fun

[@aidancamargo1248]

This is actually super helpful

[@maxxadkins6041]

thanks for making so many helpful videos!

[@RatVision]

How long did you have the deck? Did you get it wet or leave it in a hot car for a few days?

[@FreedomFighter028]

Dude your videos are VERY helpful

[@Giesela0815]

We need more videos! This Channel is great!

[@RatVision]

Thanks we are working on it.

[@RatVision]

Chipped in half how? Did you break the tail, or did the plies come apart?

[@lmcsg9009]

Dude, I love your videos.

[@PhyrIsSoCold]

Very resourceful and knowledgeable. Thank you!

[@RatVision]

You can try this. It should be totally fine. Check out the other video we have for fixing razor tail. It may help as well.

[@xwelivetheselivesxx7622]

this dudes legit i subscribed im going to your channel whenever i need help lol. my first grip replacement...i was satisfied but it couldve defff been cleaner xD good shit bro !!

[@Hypnox5]

Love your videos man. You should make more, they are realy useful!

[@callmeblackrunner]

i started out with a 7.5, it made landing tricks harder so i got an 8.0, it feels big at first but once you get use to it, it makes landing tricks easier

[@S0NATA471]

Nice and clear video, keep it up

[@RatVision]

Yes, it can. This is not for big chips. This is really for chips that happen on the top ply that are a result from razor tail (as seen in the video). We have another video for fixing razor tail and delamination.

[@OpoSai]

Make more videos you are by far the best on youtube regarding skateboards

[@Choy178]

Hey dude, thanks for your videos, they're all helpfull. And btw, it's cool that you can do stuff while making eye contacts.

[@jackkennedy98]

Your a amazing comentater and very good at exPlaining things if I didn't come across you I would have spent loads of money thanks bro! :)

[@indiel0l]

I never plan on utilizing this information, great video non the less. :)

[@RatVision]

Thank you

[@tylervalentine6701]

thank you for this tip because it helped me have a good looking skateboard and i didn't have to buy a new one!!! thank you

[@RatVision]

PERFECT!

[@tylercox7520]

I used to use my trucks to file the grip tape but it's really nice to have a file. You can get one for pretty cheap at harbor freight

[@SupremeRuler111]

Can u please do a vid on how to fix cracked bushings if there is any way too

[@bobstuffguy3708]

This video is so SATISFYING!

[@G204U2NV]

Great video, very helpful and simple to understand. Thanks

[@grmm6845]

Going to try this, I scored a sweet Anti Hero deck a while back, but it has a huge chip in the tail. Otherwise its in great shape, so i have it on my wall right now

[@scottryan5781]

Cool video! I use Wood Mastic Powder myself. It is way more expensive but one can will last you forever and I find it superior to the products you showed. I also paint and varnish the chip for added strength. Your grip tips were cool-thanks, I just started skating again at 49 yrs old. I love working on old decks too and making them my own by reshaping, fixing defects and repainting and adding art. cheers!

[@RatVision]

Thanks for the tips, and thanks for the cool comment.

[@2play4win10]

Nice work dude! I bought a longboard( San Clemente )the was almost not used and the wood seems fine except for some tiny cracks on the surface. Should I light sand it and finish paint it? Or just use it? Greetz

[@JoLo1028]

Thanks for the great tips. Restoring my kids board. How long do you let your wood filler sit to dry before sanding?

[@getuponem1387]

Would sanding board work if all around th board is messed up from not landing tricks or the bard falling?

[@RatVision]

Ha. Thanks a lot for the comment.

[@jonsdaniel]

You could use the old griptape that you removed as a sander. And if I have a chip on my nose that the 2 top plys came up could i just squeeze the wood glue thing into the open area of the plys where it came up and then clamp it down? Without taking off the grip.

[@RatVision]

it most likely is. We have new videos hopefully posting today. One is about razor tail and chips. It's like a pre-quel to this video.

[@RatVision]

Watch our other video on razor tail and delamination and see if that will work better for your situation. Wood filler is only good for small chips.

[@jasonpalacios29]

I learned how to fix a chip and to grip a board!thank you so much!!!

[@RatVision]

Yes, I did. Did you watch the video all the way through or did you skip ahead. I mentioned this in the video.

[@TesrainX]

DUDE I am watching this in 2021 Thank you so much man now i can start a little buisness at the age of 14 for repairing skateboards for extra cash thanks man !!

[@Bowwylad]

Dude your a legend I just love.your videos,so useful, thanks you.