LEAKS!

gettaway · Post by **gettaway** » Sun Dec 26, 2010 4:11 pm

"Anyone know what false economy is ????"

Had cost been the driving factor for buying and using 7.00 silicone made by GE with a lifetime warranty, then I would have chosen an off brand 2.00 tube.

Had cost been the driving factor in the decisions during this little three hour project, then I would have simply replaced the three corroded bolts and reused the others, instead, I removed them all, made an unexpected trip to west marine and bought 40 bolts, 50 nuts and added fender washers, even with port supply this still cost $50.00 I removed and replaced them all because of the doubt the three corroded ones left in my mind.

captainmaniac · Post by **captainmaniac** » Sun Dec 26, 2010 4:22 pm

GUYS !! Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, and Good Will to All !!! Remember???? Let it go.

Paul - save it for the people who make the really dangerous decisions, like mounting household air conditioners or the Honda generator they got at WalMart in the engine compartment, or duct tape to repair the exhaust hoses! Using silicone may be (in some people's opinions) a sub-optimal choice for this application, but it's not stupid.

Can we please move on and save the more aggressive debates for the stupid guys? (or do I have to start a thread under Pontifications about how good a job Obama is doing, to distract you?)

alexander38 · Post by **alexander38** » Sun Dec 26, 2010 4:32 pm

Now that's funny. And would someone start one I need to rant.

prowlersfish · Post by **prowlersfish** » Sun Dec 26, 2010 4:33 pm

And you still did not use the best stuff for the job.

But thats ok its your boat do as you please . Just rember this 2 years from when you are fixing that bow rail leak.

gettaway · Post by **gettaway** » Sun Dec 26, 2010 4:35 pm

whats wrong with the job Obama is doing ?

just kidding and thanks, what if I use Gorrila tape to fix the exhaust hose ? it's better ......

gettaway · Post by **gettaway** » Sun Dec 26, 2010 4:37 pm

"OPINIONS ARE LIKE @$$ HOLES, EVERYONE'S GOT ONE"

prowlersfish · Post by **prowlersfish** » Sun Dec 26, 2010 4:37 pm

gettaway wrote:whats wrong with the job Obama is doing ?

just kidding and thanks, what if I use Gorrila tape to fix the exhaust hose ? it's better ......

Obama uses silicone LOL just kidding too

captainmaniac · Post by **captainmaniac** » Sun Dec 26, 2010 4:40 pm

Here..... go find this guy !!!

http://forums.capmel.com/post?id=3417367

gettaway · Post by **gettaway** » Sun Dec 26, 2010 4:43 pm

its what holds up the teleprompter

gettaway · Post by **gettaway** » Sun Dec 26, 2010 4:47 pm

holy crap! that is hilarious!

prowlersfish · Post by **prowlersfish** » Sun Dec 26, 2010 4:52 pm

I think we can agree it will take more then silicone of 5200 to fix that right .

prowlersfish · Post by **prowlersfish** » Sun Dec 26, 2010 4:57 pm

Tensile strength: Marine silicone 200 psi ( don't have it on GE) , 3m 4000 300 psi ,3m 5200 700psi .Thats why I belive whats right for the job.

Now what sealant was use on that boat hull ? Better hope it can be removed LOL

Allen Sr · Post by **Allen Sr** » Sun Dec 26, 2010 5:48 pm

alexander38 wrote:Now that's funny. And would someone start one I need to rant.

I won't be the one to start that conversation,I may be crazy but not a TOTAL IDIOT!!!!

rbcool · Post by **rbcool** » Sun Dec 26, 2010 8:03 pm

Will you SOBs please stop giving all this good advice.

I make large bank fixing "Hairy Homeowners" projects!!!!!!!
But seriously though,
Not one of the stanchon bolts on my '87 have washers on them

I've been replacing them one by one when I have a wall panel out.
I know Paul will have a good time with this one, but I Always use 2x4 PT lumber as backing. It's easy to conform it to the underside and is not as unforgiving as aluminum backers. I counter-sink 3/4 inch in for the 1.5 inch fender washers which eliminates the wood cracking issues AND negates any shrinkage problems. I've done this on dozens of boats (and all of mine) with zero call-backs in 15 years.
I scrub the area to be sealed with acetone, then use 5200 and let it ooze out, then 48 hours later use a razor blade to cut around the edges. The waste peels right up.
I guess it's ok to use silicone, but I like a more permanent fix.
Now if I'm installing a new windlass, I'll use an aluminum backer plate thats 30% bigger than the unit itself. Then use a whole tube of 5200 between the plate and the fiberglass to get better conformity.
Just Sayin

Ron

wowzer52 · Post by **wowzer52** » Sun Dec 26, 2010 8:38 pm

So, what you're saying is, opinions,.... everyone has one and most of them stink.