I didn't mean to insult anyone. I said plastic because I didn't have any proof they were Marelon. I had found this on another sailing forum: http://forums.sailinganarchy.com/index.php?showtopic=154228
The internet used to mean never having to say I don't know. Now it means I don't know what to believe. On Dec 5, 2016 5:31 AM, "Ken Heaton" <kenhea...@gmail.com> wrote: > The Thu Hull are actually Marelon®, a proprietary formulation of polymar > composite compounds using composite reinforced polymer and additives to > produce a superior marine-grade product. > > - For use above and below the waterline > - Precision molded plumbing systems > - Complete freedom from corrosion > - U.L. and A.B.Y.C. approved > > Forespar "93" series valves and thru-hull fittings meet all design > criteria and exceed all mechanical property requirements specified by the > International Standards Organization > > http://www.forespar.com/what-is-marelon.shtml > > A bit better than just "plastic" > > Ken Heaton & Anne Tobin > S/V Salazar - Can 54955 > C&C 37/40 XL - Hull # 67 > Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia > > http://www.racethecape.ca/the-race/entrants/salazar/ > > On 5 December 2016 at 01:07, Brian Fry via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com > > wrote: > >> I just looked at the Ad in yachtworld. It looks identical to mine inside. >> That engine, if it is a 3jh2 should be rated 38 HP, not 22. >> I have a bit more tankage for water and waste. >> I did replace my engine mounts last season. >> Also had the Max prop refurbished. >> I replaced the shaft seal. >> I had an issue with a loose connection on the ammeter at the panel. >> Some of the wiring is corroding at this point, so look for that. >> My chainplates and the cabin handrails leaked inside. I replaced the >> handrails with stainless steel. >> The PO added a hatch in the Head for access to the water pump impeller, >> very nice, though I may enlarge it. >> The thru hulls are plastic in the head and for the forward sink and the >> raw water for the washdown pump. I will be replacing them. >> Looks pretty decent for that price. >> Hit me up for any information I can provide. >> >> >> -- >> Brian Fry >> S/V La Neige >> 1993 C&C 37/40XL >> HdG Maryland >> >> _______________________________________________ >> >> This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you >> wish to make a contribution to offset our costs, please go to: >> https://www.paypal.me/stumurray >> >> All Contributions are greatly appreciated! >> >> >
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