On Sep 15, 12:56 pm, "Ernest Scribbler"
wrote:
"Jim" wrote

Polysulphide has a life span of 20 years. +/- How many of our boats are
that old?

I've never owned a boat newer than that.

My opinion here is that anyone who uses the term "goo" does not understand
the difference between the proper sealant for each job.

He may have meant Goop, which is a brand name sealer/adhesive that comes in
a marine version. I agree with your guess that there should be something on
the outside that that clamps that fitting to the fiberglass. Doesn't make
sense that it would just be held in with sealant, even good sealant.


You are correct, it was Goop, I forgot the p. I looked under the boat
for any sort of clap or bolt that would hold the plate in place but
didnt see on. However I did this while it was up on the lift and
didnt get under the boat and may have missed it. I couldn't believe
that this would be held on with just sealant. I will take a closer
look under the boat.

The photos I put online are after my attempted fix. I cleaned out the
old seal and applied the Goop around and under the plate but it was
not good enough.

I had not considered damage to the fiber glass. I think I am going to
have to take it apart and inspect everything. The area I was dealing
with didnt feel soft but I need to check under that plate.

Thanks,
Mike