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  • rwtdiver
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    Originally posted by redboat219
    Brass tube through the endcap sealed with RTV siliccone. You then slip the silicone tube over the brass tube and lock it inplace using zipties.
    Thanks for the input, Romel!

    I just scanned through several of David M. "Todays Work" blog, and I saw pages and pages of him using "Loctite Clear Silicone" I also recall on one of our Dive Tribe get togethers, he said 100% silicone was the best!

    Rob
    "Firemen can stand the heat"

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  • redboat219
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    Brass tube through the endcap sealed with RTV siliccone. You then slip the silicone tube over the brass tube and lock it inplace using zipties.

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  • rwtdiver
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    Question?

    When installing silicone tubing through the end cap of the WTC, what adhesive or sealer is the best to prevent leakage? Is Permatex a good sealant or is 100% clear silicone better?

    Rob
    "Firemen can stand the heat"

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  • GolfDudeomatic
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    Wow! What 3D printer did you use to create this? I am assuming you printed the hull?

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  • mloo123
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    Very cool mate. Very nice piece of engineering!

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  • SubDude
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    And I just got done rearranging the components in my Columbia to move the batteries central to the hull and closer to the motor so the water tight box went forward where the batteries were. Also upgraded the bow and stern thrusters so it is ready to be re-trimmed and then it will be good to go for the season.

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  • mloo123
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    Saw this modular system in YouTube. Looks cool as you can have ballast situated for the right balance.

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  • mloo123
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    Thanks for the comments guys!

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  • rwtdiver
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    Originally posted by mloo123
    To the paint shop today. Using Tamiya Hull Red and Flat Black.

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    Painting masts...

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    Secondly, I probably have addressed the main engine compartment leaks problem. As expected, the gland nut moved anitclockwise when the drive shaft is turning in same direction. Will apply some locktite and hoped no more leaking occurs doing further tests.
    miloo123,

    That is one nice looking boat! Your flat finish and color scheme looks great! Well done in my opinion!

    Rob
    "Firemen can stand the heat"

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  • vital.spark
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    Very Nicely done. I'm impressed! In the future you should consider using a 2 part automotive paint which over has far superior abrasion resistance than model paint. I followed David's advice from the beginning and never looked back on this decision. Of course that your decision to make. I had some made up back in 2010 and am still able use it!

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  • mloo123
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    Ballast weights...

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    Hooking up altogether...

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  • mloo123
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    To the paint shop today. Using Tamiya Hull Red and Flat Black.

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    Secondly, I probably have addressed the main engine compartment leaks problem. As expected, the gland nut moved anitclockwise when the drive shaft is turning in same direction. Will apply some locktite and hoped no more leaking occurs doing further tests.
    Last edited by mloo123; 05-07-2022, 10:00 AM.

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  • redboat219
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    Originally posted by mloo123
    Normally when you turned the gland nut, the seal will be compressed near the nut openings more as they usually not in100% linear motion. Or sometimes when compressed, the middle portion of the seal will collapse first, depending on the design on the nut and body.

    For this case as the internal shape of the nut isn't flat but tapered, thus the seal frontal end surface will be compressed in more than the rear end. It's the same as those conventional non IP67 rated cable glands (as per your pic) but have more bite to it.

    Friction is unavoidable in both scenarios... The more you compressed for more sealing, frictions will still occur. Best option is still with the used of stuffing box with shaft bushings and grease inside, if there's no space constrains...
    Oh. Wasn't aware the seal has a tapered inside.

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  • mloo123
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    Normally when you turned the gland nut, the seal will be compressed near the nut openings more as they usually not in100% linear motion. Or sometimes when compressed, the middle portion of the seal will collapse first, depending on the design on the nut and body.

    For this case as the internal shape of the nut isn't flat but tapered, thus the seal frontal end surface will be compressed in more than the rear end. It's the same as those conventional non IP67 rated cable glands (as per your pic) but have more bite to it.

    Friction is unavoidable in both scenarios... The more you compressed for more sealing, frictions will still occur. Best option is still with the used of stuffing box with shaft bushings and grease inside, if there's no space constrains...

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  • redboat219
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    Originally posted by mloo123
    Same concept used but with an o ring as its seals instead which is equally good.
    Aren't O-ring better than a cylindrical shaped seal as there's less surface area in contact with the moving shaft ( drive and control) therefore less friction/ binding.
    Last edited by redboat219; 05-04-2022, 12:21 AM.

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