[alberg30] Engine Water Intake, flushout valve

No corrosion, perhaps, but they're still mechanical components, that
can fail or wear out.  I'm currently replacing a Marelon valve that's
been hard to turn for years.  FWIW, I'm putting in a very nice Groco
in its place.

 - George


> Guy Lalonde said:
> 
> Lee,
> 
> actually the Forespar seacocks as well as their through-hulls are made of
> Marelon, which is fiberglass reinforced nylon and they come highly
> recommended by the likes of Don Casey & Daniel Spurr. They both claim they
> are very solid. The other advantage of course is NO corrosion.

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