Is sealant/adhesive a good idea here?

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Is sealant/adhesive a good idea here?

Postby Capebuild » Thu May 05, 2022 1:55 pm

I’m installing a Nocco AC port plug for shore power. It comes with a gasket and is attAched to the aluminum side wall with 3 screws. Do you rely just on the gasket from keeping water out or is it a good idea to put sealant somewhere (like between gasket and aluminum)?
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Re: Is sealant/adhesive a good idea here?

Postby JasenC » Fri May 06, 2022 1:13 am

Stuff like this can be hit or miss, I small bead of silicon is easy insurance.
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Re: Is sealant/adhesive a good idea here?

Postby Capebuild » Fri May 06, 2022 4:42 am

Thanks Jasen. After I posted that I realized I had this 3M adhesive which I had used on some other items.
So...I used this adhesive between the gasket and the aluminum.
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Re: Is sealant/adhesive a good idea here?

Postby Pmullen503 » Fri May 06, 2022 7:04 am

If you use adhesive and you ever need to remove or replace the piece, it will be more difficult and you may damage the surface it's glued to.

I'd use sealant or a gasket, something removable since it looks like it has holes for bolts to mechanically hold it in place.
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Re: Is sealant/adhesive a good idea here?

Postby TimC » Fri May 06, 2022 11:49 am

I made custom silicone gaskets for most of my entry points. Easy to do, are very good at sealing and remove from the wall and glands with no trouble. If you see yourself doing routine maintenance, like I do with my woodie, the easily removed gaskets are a benefit.
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