Having an issue getting the arch and permanently attached mast off our boat to get up the Illinois River. Planned to stop in Seneca and try to use a crane to pluck it off. Problem is the sink/refrigerator housing is attached to part of the arch. I’m sure 5200 was used as it was recently removed and reattached for some soft floor repair. I’m sure there will be damage once the arch pulls free. The other option was to cut the arch for removal then have a hinge installed to reattach the arch. Figured this would be the most pleasant/less expensive way but Seneca does not have the ability to cut the aluminum. Any possible local suggestions? I’ve looked for local shops but wanted to check the brain trust here before I do dial a cutter. Thank you in advance.
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05-27-2020 12:33 PM #1
Need Some Help
Dave & Trina
Benedetto
1989 60MY HATDK310
Sturgeon Bay/Ft. Lauderdale
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05-27-2020 04:01 PM #2Senior Member
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Re: Need Some Help
I am amazed at the use of 3M 5200 where a sealant would be fine. Get some DeBond Marine Formula and keep spraying the seam. Score the seam to let the debond enter the 5200 and wait 5 minutes. Keep repeating the scoring and spraying. Not cutting the arch will save you a lot of trouble and money later. That is unless you are a good fabricator. Good luck, you are on a great trip!
JMooney
61 MY 1983 #341
“Jerrie”
Miami , FL
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Re: Need Some Help
I've never had any luck with Debond.
I cut my arch with a skill saw with a metal cutting blade. Anyone can do it. Measure it, draw a line and cut it.Sky Cheney
1985 53EDMY, Hull #CN759, "Rebecca"
ELYC on White Lake--Montague, MI
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05-27-2020 05:56 PM #4Senior Member
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Re: Need Some Help
A picture would help. Skilsaw with a carbide blade will do the job or a Sawzall. Skilsaw is faster just don't let the cut bind the blade up.
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Re: Need Some Help
A little bit of heat will soften 5200 for much easier removal.
And yes, a skillsaw with a carbide blade will cut right thru it, add a hinge later and you're good for whenever you need to lower it again.CRICKET
1966 HAT50C101
Purchased 1985 12v71Ns
Repowered 1989 with 8v92TI
Repowered 2001 with 3406E
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Re: Need Some Help
Skill saw will give a straight cut, sawzall will not.
Here is mine in when I did it.
https://www.samsmarine.com/forums/sh...ght=hinge+archSky Cheney
1985 53EDMY, Hull #CN759, "Rebecca"
ELYC on White Lake--Montague, MI
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Re: Need Some Help