Re: unbelievable 55c problem
An inch of solid fiberglass is pretty dang thick! I would think he penetrated the hull vs something else that would account for the water. Sounds like you've done all you can do prior to making a permanent repair next time the boat is hauled. Then again, maybe a screw with some waterproof sealant would be better than a plug. Maybe screwing a plate over top of a flush plug (with short screws and sealant) would help you sleep better.
Re: unbelievable 55c problem
Re: unbelievable 55c problem
Avenger is right, take the screw out and cover it with 5200 and put it right back in....
Re: unbelievable 55c problem
If the location is above the keel you may find it's full of water, foam filled but often with water ingress, and would give you some water. Otherwise I'm guessing 1" would probably be just about enough!
Not the worst problem you could have. 5200 and a self tapper from the outside maybe, just until next haul. Plenty of bolts go through the hull, just one more until a repair can be made.
Re: unbelievable 55c problem
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hoop1013
Avenger is right, take the screw out and cover it with 5200 and put it right back in....
He removed the screw and inserted a plug.
Re: unbelievable 55c problem
What size plug did you use or size of the bit? I read it too fast and thought you ran a tap in the hole and threaded it.
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Originally Posted by
hoop1013
Avenger is right, take the screw out and cover it with 5200 and put it right back in....
This will fix it. Dont make the hole bigger. 5200 is made to set up in water
Re: unbelievable 55c problem
You can get a small tube of epoxy in the plumbing department that is like splash zone compound. I would have fasten the pump down with a stainless sheet metal screw with epoxy on the threads
Re: unbelievable 55c problem
Perfect time to try that new underwater\waterproof tape that’s advertised on TV.