Adam:
I don't know the size of your toe rail bolts...I have never fully
removed one but I have tightened some slightly, careful not to over
tighten and squeeze out the butyl. It is a two (2) person job done
properly....one person on deck holding the bolt in place with the screw
driver, the other person below tightening the nut with a wrench. You
don't want to turn the bolt as it might loosen the sealant. Unless
someone here knows the size, you will have to remove one to measure and
source new ones.
Your choice of sealant is probably best using butyl .
Each season, I squeeze a line of Captain Tolley's Creeping Crack Sealer
along the inner deck side of the toe rail, usually two lines along the
lower deck where the water will pool.
Rob Abbott
AZURA
C&C 32 - #277
Halifax, N.S.
Canada
On 5/30/2020 5:57 AM, Adam Johnson via CnC-List wrote:
Hello all,
I am currently stuck in lock down a long way from where my new to me
C&C 32 is moored hence seeking information to plan out some spring
jobs when I can finally get back. Leaking toe rail bolts from midships
to stern on both sides, many showing heavy corrosion. Will attempt
tightening however some really need to be replaced. Anyone know the
type of bolt used i.e. size, min length etc and good online source
to order from? Assume I'm going to need 30-40 of them.
Secondly - assuming i dont lift the rail, any view on best sealant to
use on new bolts going in or for those needing some new sealant? I
have sourced some butyl tape from maine sail in the US plus have
access to sika products here.
Thanks!
Adam Johnson
'84 C&C 32
Melbourne, Australia
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