sealing the hull

[tdsherman325]

I'm in the planning phase of building my first boat, a 12' rowboat. It's from very easy plans and I hope I don't have too much trouble.

However, the plans that I have are kinda old and, when sealing the chines to the transom and such, instruct the use of twine and white lead. Twine I can get, but I'm pretty sure that they don't sell white lead anymore. I'm even more sure that I don't want to use it.

So, what can I substitute for the white lead?

Thanks,
Terry

[tdsherman325]

Here are the plans if anyone needs to see them.

Like I said, it's a very simple and easy design. I wanted to start with something fairly uncomplicated.

Thanks,
Terry

[gonzo]

Use polysulfide and you won't need the twine

[PAR]

Gonzo's got it, use 3M 101 (polysulfide) and pack it into the seam tightly with a plastic applicator or putty knife. You can sand off excess when fully cured, but this can take a while depending on conditions. Hot and humid helps the cure. Hanging soaking wet towels over the area really helps.

[tdsherman325]

Exactly what I was looking for; thanks!

Of course, at $30 a 10 oz tube, the sealant is likely to be the most expensive part of the project now, but, as I don't particularly want to have to dredge the boat out of lake Fort Phantom, I suppose the cost is worth it.

Thanks Again,
Terry