hamptonsurf
06-07-2012, 11:26 AM
Looking for suggestions on 2 projects....may require thesame things. I need to reseal around some drink holders and rod holders as well as some of the seams in the deck. What's the best stuff to use?
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deeptreble
06-07-2012, 04:58 PM
I like 3M's caulk/sealant/adhesive 5200.
BobV1
06-07-2012, 07:52 PM
Don't use 5200. It doesn't have any UV inhibitors and will turn yellow.
Use a product like Boatlife Lifeseal or 3M 4000. I prefer the Lifeseal.
Use a product like Boatlife Lifeseal or 3M 4000. I prefer the Lifeseal.
bladenbullet
06-08-2012, 06:27 AM
i use lifeseal above waterline quite a bit...5200 below and high probablility of heavy water exposure...
Captain Crispy
06-08-2012, 04:38 PM
Don't use 5200. It doesn't have any UV inhibitors and will turn yellow.
Use a product like Boatlife Lifeseal or 3M 4000. I prefer the Lifeseal.
What he said.
Use a product like Boatlife Lifeseal or 3M 4000. I prefer the Lifeseal.
What he said.
trainxxman
06-10-2012, 07:46 AM
3m 4000
carribbean soul
06-16-2012, 01:12 PM
for drink holders use regular silicone white /black /clear, no need to go fancy on that
keysdiver
06-16-2012, 01:15 PM
Life Caulk.