Beckson ports

[mattinri]

I've got plastic Beckson screened ports and the stbd side (4 ports) need to be rebedded. Are these plastic- framed ports more likely to need rebedding
? Wondering if I should upgrade or go with the same ports. Recommendations if upgrade is recommended? Needs to be screened.

 

[F/V First Team]

What were they bedded with? Mine are going on 12 years with no issues. Sealed them up with Rule 301 by Sudbury - Clear elastomeric sealant.

 

[mattinri]

I don't know what was used. There is some sloppily applied sealant (silicon?) around the edges. Don't know if previous owner tried to seal edges without pulling them

 

[F/V First Team]

Sounds about right. I'd re-seat them with some 301 clear. It's good stuff and doesn't make a mess.