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Boating => Mechanical Forum => Topic started by: CapBob on February 11, 2009, 01:13:56 AM
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As we get our Pride and Joy ready for the season I cannot stress enough the need to check all of your Thru-Hulls and their connections.
It is estimated that over 60% of boat sinkings are do to failure in the Thru-Hull or Internal connections.
The plastic Thru-Hulls become brittle over time due to sunlight and the elements, as the internal connection hoses also break down.
Check all of the Thru-Hulls both below and above the waterline, look for tiny cracks and deterioration of the sealants around them.
With the hose look for them to be faded from their original color, small cracks, brittleness and any evidence of leaking. Check the hose clamps or connectors.
I have gotten into the habit on my last three boats of replacing all the thru-hulls with stainless steel ones and sealing them with 5200.
Better taking that little extra time and effort than coming to the dock and seeing your baby as part of the underwater habitat.
Have a safe season TT^ t^
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t^ Good one Capt!
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great tip
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Yes. Boat Us as shown this as the 3! reason for Dock sinkages ( Is that a word?
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Great reminder, as winter flounder season is creeping upon us. t^ <'(((((><
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Great tip, mine were in good shape the last time I inspected. I might be re-sealing them this year. What do you guys think about re sealing the fittings, mine weren't leaking but the boat is 10 years old and figure it might be a good time to do it. I know the saying, don't fix it till its broken, but I believe its good to be safe then sorry.
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If you can make the time and you have the plastic ones, I'd swap them out for the stainless. What is said above is true. If you already have the stainless, check the sealant and the fitting. Make sure there tight and WATERTIGHT.