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Title: Thread sealant heads outlet fittings
Post by: GeoffV on September 18 2023, 10:02
Getting ready to fit new heads outlet in DZR. (2016 Cruiser 37) and will have to trim the skin fitting for a better access for joining all the bits together. So, what is the best recommended thread sealant for the assembly? I am more interested in safety and longevity.
Title: Re: Thread sealant heads outlet fittings
Post by: Lazy Pelican on September 18 2023, 15:21
On my Tru-Design seacocks I used sika 291- that was 10 years ago & no problems.
Title: Re: Thread sealant heads outlet fittings
Post by: Yngmar on September 18 2023, 15:40
Same, PU sealants are good out of the sun and do not make trouble below the waterline.
Title: Re: Thread sealant heads outlet fittings
Post by: GeoffV on September 18 2023, 17:06
The one I am fitting is all DZR.
Title: Re: Thread sealant heads outlet fittings
Post by: symphony2 on September 18 2023, 17:50
The threads really don't need sealant, although I usually use PTFE take. Through hulls to hull I prefer a non setting sealant like Polysulphide, but no reason not to use a PU.