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Old 02-06-2009
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Excellent!

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Originally Posted by Maine Sail View Post
No they should be tightened once the boat is set down. Tightening partially cured or cured sealant leads to movement and seal failures. You want a sealant in there NOT a flexible gasket. This is why you cut a "gasket groove" that will retain a nice thick bead..
I now understand the purpose and importance of the "gasket groove".

Thanks, again!

Last edited by matt2; 02-06-2009 at 10:14 PM.
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