Another Use for 5200

[Pete]

I just installed a new, additional, 1.5 inch through hull drain. Installed a bronze through hull and had to make a 90 degree turn immediately, as the fitting is behind the air conditioner compressor rack. Could not come up with bronze fittings that fit the turn. Found two nylon fittings that did the trick (nylon ell and male pipe to hose adapter). Then had to decide what to use as pipe thread sealant. After some thought as to what was best for a bronze to nylon joint, I decided why not just use 5200, the same as I used to seal the through hull itself.

So now the question. Is this a bad idea for some reason that I do not know? Never heard of this use for 5200, so I either came up with a good idea, or made a poor decision.


Pete

 

[MikeP]

For thread sealant it will work great - a bit overkill but who cares? Is this a below water-level through hull? I'd be more concerned about the connection from bronze to nylon from a breakage/vibration viewpoint than anything to do with 5200....

 

[SKYCHENEY]

I agree with Mike. The 5200 will make a great thread sealant, but don't expect to ever get that elbow off of there without destroying it. The nylon fitting is obviously the weak link here. Keep an eye on that.

 

[yachtsmanbill]

5200 and make it just really hand tight; maybe just a tweak for sanity with a pair of channel locks. Its a really good thread lube and you can easily overdo it... especialy when coming apart! ws

 

[Pete]

Thanks to all for the feedback. The fitting is definitely above the waterline. Nothing but bronze will do below the waterline. Did install it hand tight as that is about the only tool that would fit where needed. Hopefully, it will have a very long life and dismantle will not be necessary.

Pete

 

[Jaxfishgyd]

5200 can be your best friend ..... OR worst enemy.....

 

[SKYCHENEY]

Heat is always your friend with it comes to removing something with 5200 on it. I had to replace a stabilizer mounting bolt the other day. It would not budge until I heated it with the torch for about 20 seconds. Then it just screwed right out.

 

[Maynard Rupp]

I prefer 4200 for all bedding. It works as well as 5200 but you can remove the part easily. I use 4000 where the sun might see the caulk. 4000 has UV inhibiters. I almost never use 5200 unless I am sure that I will never have to undo that joint.

 

[jim rosenthal]

I use 5200 on through-hulls and fittings below the waterline. Yes you can get it loose but as he said you have to heat it. I like the security of something that WON'T let go.

Last boat ride of the season today; haulout is tomorrow. Another season in which I did not do enough boating. You heard it here first: next year WILL be different, so help me. I hope.

 

[Walter P]

Jim, I agree with you... All of us plan to do more boating next year and if the cost of fuel stays like it is, our plans will come to fruition. I hope I burn at least 3-4 thousand gals next year......... I'll keep hoping.......


Walt

 

[jim rosenthal]

We filled up Blue Note's tanks yesterday before she was hauled (today). $3.20 a gallon and that was for 50 cetane which she loves; you can feel the difference. I still have to do most of the winterizing but we got the oil changed in the mains, now for all the pink stuff. The cover goes on early next week.