Fuel tank access panel (making weather tight)

[colinm]

I have an '82 Wellcraft V20 fisherman. I have re wired and replace the fuel lines and it is time to replace a repaired 3'x 6' access pane (factory)
What is typically used to seal around the joint between panel/deck. this is a molded access panel with rounded corners...
Thanks
Colin

[cterrebonne]

Usually silicone. That was most factories use. You put some in the holes where the screws go to seal that up then you pass a bead in the gap between the panel and the deck filling the gap.

[Bpitz15]

http://www.caulkyourhome.com/ge-sili...w-and-door.php

Try to get the GE Silicone II. It is freeze and uv proof, so you won't need to worry about it breaking down over time.

[colinm]

Hi
Thanks guys.
I don't use any silicone products on the boat.
How about "Boat Life" or Sikaflex....both above the waterline products....
I was going to install a few screws to hold the panel in place and seal. i didn't know if there was a certain product spec'd on the market? No need to get below deck i that area, only if the tank needed to be replaced.
Thanks again

[awthacker]

You can permanently seal it if you want, with sika flex or whatever, but I think you want to be able to remove it, if needed.

[macojoe]

I used boat life on mine.