Leaking thru-hull fitting

[KPNautique]

My engine intake thru-hull fitting is leaking. Has anyone had this happen? Just wondering best way to resolve, completely remove and reseal? Tighten the nut on the fitting itself? Have not tried anything yet. Thought it best not to work on that with it sitting in the water!

[Andrew]

RE: Leaking thru-hull fitting

lol, nah u better fix it on land. or atleast on a lift. i would personally remove and reseal. i would hate to damage the gelcoat by overtightening. go to ur local parts house and get PERMATEX RTV sealant (in a gray tube) liberally coat both sides of the hull around the fitting, retighten and wipe away excess sealant. u should not have to worry about it again for a very very long time

[KPNautique]

RE: Leaking thru-hull fitting

Thanks Andrew - I'm thinking its best to remove and reseal
PS - Do you know the girl in the pic?

[speck]

that is one **** fine a$$, the athletic type

[Andrew]

nah i don't know her wish i did though. as far as i know she's just a reef girl