CT1 sealant, how sticky is it?

[Quandary]

Thinking about that small 2mm x 2mm rebate, and the possibility that you will want to dismantle the windlass again at some time, I would use something like this.

http://hybris.cms.henkel.com/medias/sys_master/8832335085598.pdf

As it seems to be a silicone sealant, I would phone Loctite Technical department and ask in what way, if any, it is better than silicone sealant bought from a DIY shop.

I agree, a non setting water resistant product like the instant gasket should do the job, I already have some Permatex which might do
but the Loctite is reputable, not expensive and widely available. I think the difference to ordinary silicone is that it is non-setting. After assembly I may decide to bed the windlass a heavy bed of silicone when fitting in place as a back up.
My thanks for all the responses, CT1 is good stuff but clearly not ideal for this application.

 

[JONATHANKSAWYER@GOOGLEMAI]

When I took the windlass apart all the void space inside the casing were full of crystals from the effects of sea water on the inside of the alloy casing, it must have been quite leaky. I have now got it cleaned up and ready to be refitted. The access is through the bottom which is a thin alloy plate secured in a rebate running around the cast alloy enclosure by about a dozen tiny stainless steel machine screws which I think contributed to the corrosion. I intended to attempt to Duralac the screws and in addition to seal the plate to the casing with CT1 but I am concerned that if I do the bottom might never come off again, perhaps an adhesive sealant is a bad idea and I might be better using something that does not set.
Any recommendations?

I have used the clear CT1 to try and re-seal leaking window frames on a Moody boat on 2 occasions, on both the inside and outside.
Both times the adhesive went soft, yellowed and has cracked. It became very soft and almost waxlike and could be easily removed with my finger nail. Its a shame as it was easy to apply and wipe off the excess. See attached photos from inside the window. The outside was the same. I dont know why it has failed in only a few months, perhaps its alergic to sea water? Has anyone found success in a salt water application that has lasted more than a 3 months?
I have resealed them now with white/black Sikaflex 291

 

[greeny]

UV ?

 

[wallacebob]

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