On the second above 50 degree day I replaced those thru the hull fittings.
I did not take pix but I did think about it. But time nor the captain were on my side. :lol: I will answer any questions about how to do it. it was not that bad.
I have to tell you that at one point I almost did not go through with it. A few of the replies previously said I would be surprised how brittle those chalky fittings would be. I pulled the hose off and tried to break the port fitting to no avail. I said to myself these guys are full of it. Then I thaught about some recent tragic events. I decided not be a casualty for 50 bucks of marlon and couple squeezes of 5200. I don't need to tell you guys just How Brittle Those Fittings are while getting them out. They broke off just behind the flange.I was glad I did replace them. I have to say that I am a person who puts safety first and tries to err on the side of caution. I did decide on marlon over stainless or bronze. I thank all who provided an idea or thaught to help a fellow boater.
I have to say I was able to inspect areas around under the deck that you normally never see. I was surprised to find the amount of foam in an 86 overnighter I figured it would be a lot less and it gave me a little more security in my ride. I also felt good that it seems solid and dry in there. I did check the rest of the fittings and hoses and they all seemed good for being old. I did not take the time nor feel the need to replace anything else other than the thru the hulls. The hose clamps were like brand new and fiberglass dust is still itchy. Thanks again for the input. :wink:
I did not take pix but I did think about it. But time nor the captain were on my side. :lol: I will answer any questions about how to do it. it was not that bad.
I have to tell you that at one point I almost did not go through with it. A few of the replies previously said I would be surprised how brittle those chalky fittings would be. I pulled the hose off and tried to break the port fitting to no avail. I said to myself these guys are full of it. Then I thaught about some recent tragic events. I decided not be a casualty for 50 bucks of marlon and couple squeezes of 5200. I don't need to tell you guys just How Brittle Those Fittings are while getting them out. They broke off just behind the flange.I was glad I did replace them. I have to say that I am a person who puts safety first and tries to err on the side of caution. I did decide on marlon over stainless or bronze. I thank all who provided an idea or thaught to help a fellow boater.
I have to say I was able to inspect areas around under the deck that you normally never see. I was surprised to find the amount of foam in an 86 overnighter I figured it would be a lot less and it gave me a little more security in my ride. I also felt good that it seems solid and dry in there. I did check the rest of the fittings and hoses and they all seemed good for being old. I did not take the time nor feel the need to replace anything else other than the thru the hulls. The hose clamps were like brand new and fiberglass dust is still itchy. Thanks again for the input. :wink: