Thru Hull Fittings
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Either. If the yard ever has to replace them they will put a torch on the fitting to soften the 4200/5200 so either will work. 5200 is more for adhesion which in a thru hull you don't need, so my preference would be 4200.
David
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Any metal fitting bedded with 5200 is pretty easy to remove just by heating it.
I always used 5200 for any underwater fitting and never regretted it.
I always used 5200 for any underwater fitting and never regretted it.
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Be careful getting 4200 on threads that you don't want it on, very sticky and it makes it hard to turn.
Greg
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5200 for sure. Never had an issue removing' as stated a little heat will do it.
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The USCG practice when inspecting vessels that can carry over 6 is to ask for a thru hull or two be removed for inspection.
Of course this is not required for a non inspected vessel, but if the USCG has found it to be a worthwhile practice , sealing thru hulls should be done so the can easily be inspected. Not installed with glue, but with sealant.
4200 and the proper removal tool will make inspection a few min job , should you desire to look.
Of course this is not required for a non inspected vessel, but if the USCG has found it to be a worthwhile practice , sealing thru hulls should be done so the can easily be inspected. Not installed with glue, but with sealant.
4200 and the proper removal tool will make inspection a few min job , should you desire to look.
