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:
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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

[@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.

[@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

[@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

[@zhaneranger]

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

[@RatVision]

Awe thanks! I'm blushing

[@cameronhart3950]

Rat Vision - Skateboard Tech mace a scare board

[@lukeregina906]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@drewwilliams4363]

2:24 thats what she said

[@numberstnano986]

lol

[@davinsoro8582]

Hahaha

[@coca-colaofficial5613]

Stfu

[@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.

[@RatVision]

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

[@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..

[@danhoffman1910]

duuude you're sooo cheesy hahah but good video

[@happydayslol2382]

Fr cr f t.c

[@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. 🤟🏼

[@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]

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

[@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.

[@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!!

[@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

[@RatVision]

Thanks we are working on it.

[@311i0t]

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

[@jostert]

lol right!

[@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?

[@lawrencemammitzsch]

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

[@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!

[@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!

[@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

[@RatVision]

It depends on the chip. Usually a chip happens from razor tail, and once you get a chip it can get worse and worse. This isn't for everyone or every situation. If you don't feel you need to fix a chip than this isn't for you.

[@vulture4117]

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

[@RatVision]

Our video on How to Clean Grip Tape just went live NOW.

[@Xaon45]

*Insert outdated joke about Rollerblades* There!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

[@PistolSwitches]

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[@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.

[@antifascistskater]

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

[@datkillaboy5997]

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

[@tcmonkeycow]

First 3 seconds: THATS WHAT SHE SAID!

[@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

[@jameschurchill8847]

can you also use your old grip tape for sand paperO___o

[@pwnfries]

his tips on gripping a board are fantastic for skateboarders. If you don't "go to town" one some gnarly 24 grit vicious or gator, cutting it will be among the hardest thing you have ever done. Longboarders will know what I mean.

[@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

[@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.

[@higaindane]

Thanks for making all these videos! They taught me how to remove griptape, clean bearings, fix chipped decks, fix squeaky trucks and countless other things!

[@snowhusk]

Yeah, these are great, especially if you're a beginner and get upset about randomly damaging your board. These give me relief knowing that it's alright and can be easily fixed with minimal budget

[@MattScoots3940]

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

[@RatVision]

Yes, it would bring back pop by making the tail stiffer.

[@thomasedwards7894]

How he stares into the camera :o

[@RatVision]

Pretty sexy huh?

[@thomasedwards7894]

Damn sexy . Haha

[@RatVision]

I'm sure there are videos for this already. Undo the bolt and take out the bearing in a similar way that we show in our Remove Bearings From A Wheel video . Watch out for the plastic/metal spacer inside.

[@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]

You can try to peel back just the problem area. As long as the grip is still sticky and you can totally avoid getting any dust on it you may be able to stick it back on. Most likely it won't.

[@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

[@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.

[@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

[@RatVision]

Why didn't I think of that? Duh! Actually the point I was illustrating was that although the idea of a pointed tube is a nice idea, it doesn't help to get the wood filler between the plies no matter how much you cut off.

[@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

[@MickyThunderV]

Vids of this guy are still gold

[@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

[@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.

[@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

[@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.

[@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

[@sumitmehta567]

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

[@posers7036]

Just buy a new board

[@RatVision]

Decks do wear down naturally from doing trick, but much faster from stopping with the tail. Avoid any unnecessary sliding on the tail.

[@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

[@RatVision]

Sorry for the late reply. Most of you r answers are in the video. The time it takes for the putty to dry is written on the container. Usually 24 hours. Do it won't effect the way you skate. And you can reshape the tail so it isn't square. Go over the grip tape for a couple minutes or when it becomes hard to peel off.

[@jasonpalacios29]

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

[@trying2batree847]

This guy makes tutorials entertaining lol I like this dude

[@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]

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

[@RatVision]

Down by the crick there is a shed... ask for Mr. Jenkels O'Malley after 2:45pm, when he wakes up from his nap. He'll then point you in the direction of either Barabara St. Ambiguous or Jefferson Corduroy-Dangertown, depending on the time of year. If you're lucky, and believe me, vey lucky they might be kind enough to share with you a few jokes or engage you in an oyster eating contest. If u win, don't look at Mr. Corduroy-Dangertown in his glass eye, or he won't tell you "at a damn skate shop!"

[@RatVision]

No, but we have a video that is done and will be released in a week or 2 when our site is finished.

[@aidenward4197]

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

[@RatVision]

I was assuming you meant heavy grit sandpaper when you said thick. "Used" sandpaper should not be an issue as long as there is grit still on it.

[@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 !!

[@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.

[@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.

[@oscarlim8757]

quick solution to the squeeze bottle is to cut the nozzle a little bit bigger and it should flow out quite evenly

[@RatVision]

That sucks! Was it before or after watching this video? We just did a new video on only removing grip tape and emphasize on not forcing the blade.

[@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

[@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.

[@lVopsl]

mans got a 3rd eye. he never broke eye contact from 2:02 to 2:47 XD

[@RatVision]

We have a video coming out tomorrow that shows this exactly. Use wood glue, not wood filler when the plies come apart.

[@RatVision]

Yes. See our video on fixing razor tail and delamination

[@HarryGryffindor]

i had the problem with the tube's also but then i found out how to fix that.I'm 14 and nervous as i was i was actually squeezing and massaging the tube(I know it sounds funny,but i'm dutch and i don't know how else to put it).and when i watched your video and got to it myself it was really easy to squeeze out.

[@RatVision]

It's about 24 hours. You'll need to follow the instruction on the label.

[@OpoSai]

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

[@Hoochypoo]

Personally, I would love to see a video where you put a skateboard together completely. Start with the deck, grip it, mount the trucks, put the bearings and wheels in, but add the "SkateboardTech" feel by explaining WHY you put it together a certain way. I feel like it would be really helpful to know what exactly a skateboard is and does.

[@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! :)

[@KenArmstrong_]

this is nice never knew this trick. I usually just take the chip and wood glue it back together with a clamp on it over night

[@indiel0l]

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

[@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 !!

[@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

[@RatVision]

Don't forget the difference between silicon carbide and aluminum oxide grit. Which one is better. Do you think any pro knows the difference, or do they just ride the grip tape from the brand who pays the most money?

[@RatVision]

Read the label. About 24 hours usually.

[@InjuryDrums34]

Oh my god this is genius. I never thought of that. Thank god i saw this because my board has a huge chip in the tail and i dont want to buy a new one.

[@RatVision]

Yes it will come off pretty easily, but it's better than nothing. This is not going make a deck feel or function like brand new, but with decks ranging in price from $25-60 it's worth it to a lot of people to have their decks last longer.

[@RatVision]

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

[@AwkwardFishGuy]

i dont skate anymore, but just looking back at all the times i've put a new grip tape on my board and all the time i have put into skating, i just want to start again xD

[@RatVision]

Everyone is a critic. For some people, buying a new deck is a better idea and so they feel that giving this a thumbs down is a good idea because it is irrelevant to them. We don't get it either. It's like this video offended them, or felt it is so stupid that nobody would ever want to fix there board. Over 67,500 views proves people care.