Leaking anchor bolts

[Private Nemo]

Hi , I have a 1985 Formula 28 PC. The bolts that hold the anchor platform to the boat, I think are leaking alittle. I was thinking if I took one bolt out at a time I could reseal them. But with what?? I would appreciate any suggestions.

thanks

Drew

 

[GT1000000]

Re: Leaking anchor bolts

Welcome PrivateNemo,

You are in the right place for boat info...

Just to make sure the true professionals give you the right solution to your problem...Post some pictures...

As far as I know there are two products made by 3M that work to seal things up...What the difference is between the two, I don't recall, but the product numbers are 4200 and 5200, I think they both come in fast set and slow set...

Best of Luck,
GT1M

 

[Woodonglass]

Re: Leaking anchor bolts

Yep GT1M has you on the right track, 3M 4200 would be my choice.

 

[Private Nemo]

Re: Leaking anchor bolts

Hi, Thanks for the replys. Correct me if I am wrong but dosent that stuff get really hard. Wouldnt that make the bolt welded in there. Maybe I need to be clearer. The bolts I am refering to are the ones that go from the top deck into the little " V " compartment where the anchor line is . They hold the anchor platform to the bow of the boat.

thanks

Drew

 

[Woodonglass]

Re: Leaking anchor bolts

5200 is Permanent Sealant, 4200 is Semi-Permanent. You would be able to remove the bolts if needed in the future.

3M? Marine Fast Cure 4200 Adhesive Sealant

One part general purpose polyurethane reacts chemically with moisture for flexible bonds to wood, fiberglass, gelcoat, plastic and metals. Forms a watertight seal on joints and boat hardware above and below the waterline. Formulated to allow for disassembly of parts.

 

[BWT]

Re: Leaking anchor bolts

4200 or even 4000UV. Either one will work just fine. Stay away from 5200; that stuff's nothin' but trouble ... It has it's purpose, but this application is not one of them.. Also, STAY AWAY FROM SILICONE!!!! Other than sealing polycarbonate / plastic to window frames, it has no place on a boat IMO..

Pics are always good. Your Q sounds straight forward, but until we can see what you're dealing with we can't give the best advice

~BWT

 

[Private Nemo]

Re: Leaking anchor bolts

Thanks for the information

Drew