[Alberg30] Thru-hulls

[sousa, stephen (ENG)]

Alan,

A few thoughts that may help when deinstalling of the thru hulls. Those
located behind the motor are the most difficult to reach, I purchased a
socket that fits the nuts and remove the units in that manner. A pipe wench
works well but the fiber glass can do a number on your fingers when it
slips. I also applied a "little" heat and the thru hulls literally fall out
the boat, no hammering required.  Personally, I like Buck Algonquin ball
valves over Apollo or purchase a true sea cock (base and screw into the
hull) either from a Buck distributor or Spartan Marine in Maine (they carry
spare parts for Cape Dory). The other source is Jamestown Distributors in
Bristol, RI they will send you a catalog and ship mail order. 

Regards,
Stephen       

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Subject: [Alberg30] Thru-hulls


Mark, Larry, and Stephen,
Thanks for your comments. Before I read your e-mails I broused the public
list archives and read about the two piece "home made" through hulls that
Whitby installed. I quickly ran out back to check what we had, and there
they were, just like they were described. It was a bit eerie. 
So, after reading your responses, it was easy to come to the conclusion that
I am going all the way - new thru-hulls, new seacocks, even new hoses.
 
I feel a whole lot better now.
Thanks again,

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