Elan Deck / Hull joint sealant

[picardy]

I have a 2006 Elan 344 and the sealant between the dock and hull is perishing (see attached photo).

I would like to try and cut it out and replace for cosmetic reasons if nothing else.

My question is would this be sensible and how would i go about it.

My thoughts were

Cut our existing with stanley knife
Mask either side
Apply appropriate sealant.
Smooth with wet finger

Any thoughts welcomed together with what the correct type of sealant would be

Many thanks

 

[VicS]

It must be something UV resistant!

I'm sure someone will suggest CT1 .. so I'll get in first http://www.ct1ltd.com/our_products.html

It says UV resistant, salt water resistant and suitable for marine use.

Available in clear ,white and a range of colours

 

[wotayottie]

dont do it! I would claim to be reasonably handy ( done everything from engine rebuilds to paint spraying a mast via osmosis treatments - all successfully) but putting sealant into a gap like that and getting an acceptably smooth finish with a manual gun is a complete PITA. what you really need is staging all round the hull, a compressed air gun and a sealant reservoir, plus some practise.

I ended up trimming the sealant with a stanley blade which looked good at first but as it collected crud has ended up looking a mess. its a job for the pros.

 

[PCUK]

Apply and wipe with a "Wonder Wipe". You will be amazed!

 

[BERT T]

It must be something UV resitant!

I'm sure someone will suggest CT1 .. so I'll get in first http://www.ct1ltd.com/our_products.html

It says UV resistant, salt water resistant and suitable for marine use.

Available in clear ,white and a range of colours

As Vic suggests CT1, tape each side of the joint with masking tape and apply the sealant. Then use a disposable glove and dip your finger into some liquid soap or washing up liquid, smooth the top of the sealant pushing any excess sealant on to the masking tape and you should end up with a neat joint after removing the tape.