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re: Rat Got In My Boat

Posted on 12/9/25 at 12:19 pm to
Posted by Novastar
Member since Jan 2023
669 posts
Posted on 12/9/25 at 12:19 pm to
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Good news is that I am absolutely capable to do the work and do it right. I rigged all the new electronics on it and it's yacht quality. So, I guess I know what I'll be up to the next few months- I'm gonna pull all the plumbing out.


Once you've stripped and degreased the bilge, take the opportunity to apply Interlux Bilgekote. Just make sure you apply two coats worth. Great product, I've done this on my previous two rebuilds, it will come out looking better than new!

https://www.interlux.com/us/en/products/bilgekote
Posted by terriblegreen
Souf Badden Rewage
Member since Aug 2011
11907 posts
Posted on 12/9/25 at 12:52 pm to
I have the same issue. I have tons of rat poison plus sticky traps and traditional traps all over the boat house.
Posted by Alika_kahuna
Member since May 2021
248 posts
Posted on 12/9/25 at 3:36 pm to
Had a problem with rodents on outdoor equipment. I started using this spray, even inside engine compartment and haven't had a problem since.

Mighty Mint Peppermint Oil Spray Rodent Repellent
Posted by subMOA
Komatipoort
Member since Jan 2010
1954 posts
Posted on 12/10/25 at 1:46 pm to
Wanted to bump this for the peppermint.

I work in Ag. and this is why I'm so pissed that rodent damage isn't covered on the insurance- we get rodent damage all the time on combines and the physical damage insurance covers it.

Anyhow- I worked with a guy who is a peppermint farmer (no joke) in Indiana. He taught me that the peppermint burns their nostrils and absolutely keeps them away.
Posted by zuluboudreaux
God’s country USA
Member since Jan 2008
1059 posts
Posted on 12/11/25 at 6:37 am to
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That ain’t squirrel poop.


You sure do know your shite.
Posted by Turnblad85
Member since Sep 2022
4486 posts
Posted on 12/11/25 at 7:53 am to
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peppermint



I've had good luck using it but you have to be vigilant on reapplying before the scent wears out. The first year you'll be on it like sonic but eventually you probably will forget and have to be reminded by new damage at some point.


Still it's one of the best options if one cant store boat in tight building or otherwise seal them out.
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