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by sailertrash
Fri Sep 07, 2018 6:47 am
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: Fixing Leaky Chain Plates 26x
Replies: 6
Views: 5166

Re: Fixing Leaky Chain Plates 26x

I used butyl tape in the end as well. It's been a rainy summer in Alaska and the leaks seem to be gone
by sailertrash
Thu May 24, 2018 8:26 pm
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: Fuel Filter
Replies: 5
Views: 3298

Fuel Filter

hey yall I just got a fuel filter to install on my :macx: . One of those canister types. Im pretty green when it comes to boats really, but I've been told that every boat should have a fuel filter to separate water and any sediment that might be in the fuel. Especially if filling up at the harbor. A...
by sailertrash
Wed May 16, 2018 7:42 pm
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: Fixing Leaky Chain Plates 26x
Replies: 6
Views: 5166

Re: Fixing Leaky Chain Plates 26x

Cool thanks. That’s great info going to get after it tonight
by sailertrash
Wed May 16, 2018 12:41 am
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: Bilge Pump Location
Replies: 36
Views: 16118

Re: Bilge Pump Location

I just installed a rule 500 gph pump and a float switch under my batteries on my '02 26x. I wired one switch for auto using the float switch, and another switch if I just want to turn the pump on. I live in AK where it rains a lot and last summer I got by using a portable pump with a bucket, but thi...
by sailertrash
Tue May 15, 2018 11:58 pm
Forum: Repairs and Modifications
Topic: Fixing Leaky Chain Plates 26x
Replies: 6
Views: 5166

Fixing Leaky Chain Plates 26x

Hey guys. I discovered that the chain plates from the shrouds on my '02 26x are leaking pretty bad when it rains. I have removed the 3 bolts on the sides of the hull and pulled the chain plates out. I also want to remove the other piece that is mounted directly to the hull and reseal it as well, but...