I had a leak at the bottom end of the cockpit drain
on my '76 M17.
The metal pipe that
goes thru the hull had corroded.
I cut it out (6" dia. hole in the bottom) and the
metal tube had two small holes just below the clamp from corrosion. (26
years old)
Does any one know what is the best type
of tube to replace it with, or if a clamping tube is necessary ?
Maybe I can just glass the rubber hose directly to
the bottom.
Some options for the tube are Stainless, Brass,
Copper or Marlon fittings from West Marine, or perhaps a section of
PVC pipe from Home Depot.
My only concern is which materials are most
compatabile with fiberglass and will develop a strong bond.
Also is it better to re-install it in the new
fiberglass as I repair the hole, or would it be better to install it
in
an adjacent area of uncompromised (original)
fiberglass. The hose is long enough that I can route it to a different
location.
The old tube looked like thin wall aluminum,
it was glassed into the bottom with the rubber hose
clamped to it.
Bob if you have any suggestions I would greatly
appreciate your input, or anyone who has dealt with a similar
problem..
Wayne "76 M17 "Intrepid"