The SECRET To Silicone & Sealant!

[@Miami-qn4xs]

You guys never fail to provide useful content. I know it takes time to film and then edit. Much appreciated!

[@BornAgainBoating]

Much appreciated!

[@jimr6281]

One additional point - if you are removing old sealant that is silicone, you need to remove 100% of it. Nothing sticks to silicone - even new silicone sealant won't stick to old stuff. Make sure you thoroughly clean the surface after removing the old sealant with a degreaser like acetone so the new stuff will make a good bond and last a while. Thanks for these videos!

[@chriscarolyn6378]

He says that in the first 2 minutes

[@AN-kg4ei]

I like methyl hydrate with an old toothbrush to get rid of any residual caulking.

[@jimr6281]

@@AN-kg4ei Interesting - I'll have to try that. Thanks!

[@j.d.saccociates3313]

I'd say to never use silicone, not at all. There's no reason to use it, it just causes headaches and flying tools. It absolutely does not work under the waterline.

[@dixie3087]

I wish I knew people like you. You’re so informative with the simple details

[@BornAgainBoating]

Lol thank you!

[@Jellepeire]

As a plumber ive been using silicone sealant for 20 years and taking pride in my caulking lines to get them perfect every time ! A big improvement for me are those soft plastic/rubber spatulas in different sizes i get them from my local plummer depot but they are simmilar to "kuuqa silicone scraper on amazone" , in combo with special silicone wiping spray or just some soapy water in a spray bottle works perfect every time, they now even have them with a longer handle for places your fingers cant reach! Love your channel by the way! Seen every vid 🤗 greetings from Belgium europe

[@thomasperina2990]

Thank you for a terrific video. Now that times are getting tougher I've seen a lot of budget boat owners buying the cheapest grade of sealants & never consider the application. Nanyang people think that it's all the same in the tube so why worry. In a salty environment sealants are very important but it gets pushed onto the back burner. Many don't think of salt water migration on the vessel floor & soaking into the stringers, transom, or supporting marine plywood u til there stepping on mush. Great video guys & thanks again, TMP from N.J.

[@paulflynn2481]

try laying down the sealant then spray it with ammonia based Windex. When you tool the sealant, the excess will not stick to the Windex. We use this technique with silicones and other sticky things. Bonus it that it tools out super smooth and retains plenty of sheen.

[@paulwidomski8608]

Applying caulking and sealant are a bit of art.

[@Fireship1]

I used your wet technique when I removed and replaced a bunch of brittle plastic through hull fittings. I’ve seen you do it in some of your other videos using a citrus type degreaser. It worked great to clean up 4200 and make it look like a factory job!

[@BellavistaPEI]

It looks like that finger is healing nicely! I'm more partial to the tape method...it keeps that professional looking line in tact. Great footage and and instruction! Thanks Aaron!!

[@BornAgainBoating]

Thanks!!

[@8180634]

To keep sealant, better than the freezer; fill the cap with grease, squeeze some sealant out onto a rag then immediately put the cap on. When it's time to use it again just waste the first little bit that's in the neck of the tube. The grease keeps the air out. I've kept 5200 and 4200, silicone, etc.. for months and used it multiple times doing this. It is important to squeeze the top little bit out just before putting the cap on, you want to remove any sealant that has already had some air exposure so it doesn't start curing and cure the whole tube. Just be careful not to crease the metal tubes, that can cause a hole and the whole tube will cure.

[@robunique]

10:42 - the side view of the flexi teak is al wobly.. 😅

[@LoveShackBBQ]

Great info brother! I build Screen Enclosures for a living and use a lot of caulking. I know my products are different than boat sealants, but also very similar in how you want your finished product to look. Your video is a perfect explanation on good technique. Also, good to see you have your 3M in a refrigerator, a lot of folks dont know that.

[@adl2005]

From a window installer, tape line every time for much cleaner and neater lines. Doing it with just your finger can smudge the sealant giving uneven line. If your using your finger use saliva to stop sealant sticking to your finger.

[@S0LRAC]

Hey man, SFL in the house! Just wanted to drop you a line and express my appreciation for your videos. Thank You! Keep it up. I don't have a boat but I am on the hunt for one. LOL

[@bradwatkinson7972]

very informative and super appreciated. I love the videos and love all the help you always provide to us brother keep up the awesome work.

[@Boaters_hub]

Hey! So not much information out there about fuel pumps, lifters pump, high pressure fuel pumps. How the system works and maybe common failures and symptoms of said failures?

[@UltraMagaFan]

This is completely off topic, but I like that Regulator in the background at 1:10. That’s a nice boat.

[@michaelthompson8015]

Tape method is way to go always if you can. Also anytime you use your finger you will get better results if you wet you finger in water first.

[@fmaalouf73]

Great video. Good pointers. Like the new format you are doing in the video. Question I saw you had your 3m 4200, 5200 in a fridge or freezer, does that help to keep the tube usable? That stuff us expensive and within a few days seems to dry up the tube and make it unuseable. I have tried putting the open tube in a vacuum bag and that seemed to help. Wondering aboit your method in the fridge though.

[@offgridwhitetails8768]

Do you have a video how to remove the center console ? I have one that needs some love and figured it’d be much easier to just remove it vs trying to tackle it in the boat. It’s on a 2001 angler 2200.

[@yippiecahier9253]

Us old timers lick our finger before smoothing out caulk. :) Makes for a nicer finish and less of the caulk sticks to your fingers.

[@scottf.5472]

How is the hand? Looks like it was a pretty bad injury

[@mrfarmer532]

I love this channel 👍🏼 always learning something new and useful !

[@BornAgainBoating]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@adrianlowe20]

Plastic spoon works well too

[@mitchellcohan9809]

Any tips for keeping open calk and not wasting it? I saw you keep some in the fridge/freezer?

[@sergiopereira1644]

The wet method, when do you wet it? I’m assuming after you lay down your bead.

[@christianhaugland2104]

I'm really glad I stumbled upon this video. Which sealant do you recommend that is white and won't mold/mildew. Is black the way to go now. I redid my fuel hatch 3 years ago but it's covered in black mold and won't clean up. 3m sealant yellows even the uv version will. Boat life has good reviews

[@karenallen5908]

what is the best way to clean on gel coat before you apply sealant?

[@BornAgainBoating]

Any degreaser, contact cleaner, acetone, anything to clean the surface, just be careful depending on the location and the boat. If it's a newer boat and has wax and is clean, the cleaner will strip the wax off the boat :/

[@AmericanConstellation]

I love my Grady White boat.

[@Dex01-Z_WingZero]

You keep that stuff in the freezer??? Do you keep the large tubes in the freezer?

[@jaysherer8730]

What is the color code for the Scout gel coat match Boss marine silicone?

[@daren9721]

Thanks for the tips 👍🏼

[@BornAgainBoating]

No problem 👍

[@TButch130]

Does boss still make that 840 marine silicone you used? I can’t find it anywhere. Just the 801 pool and spa.

[@BornAgainBoating]

I'm not sure, we got that from the factory, so idk if it's still available :/

[@TButch130]

@@BornAgainBoatingahh, bummer, what would your second choice be that I may be able to get my hands on? Also, random question for the Speedo pick up on leading edge of lower unit. Occasionally I get gunk stuck in it and I clear it out with a real small drill bit, twisting it by hand. Unfortunately, last time doing so, it broke off in there!! It’s been like 2 season since it happened. How hard would it be to get it out and how much stuff would I have to take apart?

[@robertsales3845]

Sealant in the refrigerator?? Never honestly thought about that. Does it help keep it better longer?

[@kevinpaiva6564]

Idk about that I’m pretty sure it says to store above 40 degrees I could be wrong though

[@Stonehands75]

Awesome video as always keep them coming I have a few of the BAB Sun long sleeve Ts Are the shelter bay T available for purchase? Thanks a million

[@jeffhenderson3318]

Having done my fair share of toilets and bathroom tile, I think those who did sealant well are like artist. Then you have me. The “Jason the Ax Murderer” with a caulk gun. Practice probably makes perfect, but I fear sealing things that are visible.

[@hookednrolling2009]

Aaron is that last one,one foot caulking and then wiping with wet finger or dry. I almost did it like that I did the whole length and came out like crap. also you can go to Home Depot and it says 100% silicone 10 ounce tube is the same as any Marne 100% silicone same thing it’s only like 10$ never had a problem with it. Good tutorial even for my old ass been siliconing since 77 I got my first 12’ semi vee w Evinrude 9.9 first time I been instructed by a areal professional thx Aaron JT Hooked n Rolling Offshore 🇺🇸🇺🇸❤️‍🩹🐟🐠🎣🛥

[@Mr_Navil_Campo]

Awesome tips !! Thanks dude

[@BornAgainBoating]

You're welcome Man

[@jeffcarter8160]

Perfect! I always seem to suck at caulking. I see a few mistakes I was doing.

[@UrbanGaming305]

Why do you freeze your sealants or silicones?

[@BornAgainBoating]

They seem to last longer

[@UrbanGaming305]

@@BornAgainBoating thanks I need to try that. I'm a mechanic from the miami area. I own my own mobile marine repair business. I appreciate all your videos. Keep up the good work.

[@raybates3119]

Another great video!

[@BornAgainBoating]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Greataviator1]

Good job!

[@captainsenileinfo]

Can you paint over 5200 if you wanted to.

[@yippiecahier9253]

Wait... you can keep sealant in the freezer?....

[@forestspeaks]

Good stuff

[@dustin9035]

5:25, DEEP is the only way I put it in.

[@markwebb8013]

Good Tip!

[@youtubing7702]

Thank you

[@chugaaa]

200k subs here we go!

[@Wayno228]

I hate doing caulk I really suck at it lol

[@cucogiron]

What is the best way to remove 5200?

[@j.d.saccociates3313]

sandblasting?

[@Wayno228]

I'm a boataholic love the videos

[@BornAgainBoating]

Thanks :) Enjoy!

[@dirtyfish6238]

Why do you keep it in the frig?

[@dirtyfish6238]

@Three Aces Sounds good, I'll try it.

[@dirtyfish6238]

@Three Aces Sounds good, I'll try it.

[@paullyons9413]

Good old spit on finger works when smoothing sealant,rtv..etc.

[@j.d.saccociates3313]

I really recommend against using silicone. You cant paint it, you cant sand it, its hard to remove and just causes headaches, there's also much much much better sealants and bedding compounds. I use sika 291, its the goto where i'm at, does the same job as 3m 4200. There is pretty much no reason to ever use silicone on a boat

[@declanmcnally4867]

Keep her lit 👏🍺🇮🇪

[@garplin]

TRY "WD40" IT WORKS AMAZINGG!!!!!!!!!!....JUST SPRAY AND WIPE.

[@ВадимОлефир-ц2р]

Отлично

[@lakeratatouille]

Pro tip: If you just use clear then nobody can see your screwups.