Bulkhead installation

[chull13]

Dumb Question!!!

When installing a bulkhead the rubber washer goes on the inside of the tank right??? Is it true that I only need to hand tighten the fitting?

 

[mojo]

Yes and yes. Also, twist the side opposite of the gasket, or else it can twist or buckle.

 

[emilese]

You're correct, the rubber washer goes on the inside of the tank to provide a water tight seal. Usually, hand tightening is sufficient.

Miles

 

[glxtrix]

yup...not too much or it can actually leak.

 

[blind1993]

dont you dip the washer in water before you apply it?

 

[lorenk]

Based on a recommendation, I rubbed mine in Vaseline. Why I have that stuff, do not ask.

 

[jetchris]

I usually hand tighten then 1/4 turn with slip jaw pliers.

 

[mojo]

I think they were still talking about the gasket, Loren....

 

[seedless reefer]

chrisjet;129088 wrote: I usually hand tighten then 1/4 turn with slip jaw pliers.

Thats what I did on my bulkheads as well.

 

[schwaggs]

Actually, the gasket goes on the side opposite the nut. Do not put the gasket on the nut side or it will leak. It doesn't matter if it is on the inside or outside, the gasket will seal correctly as long as it is not on the same side as the nut...

 

[flyingarmy]

LorenK;129076 wrote: Based on a recommendation, I rubbed mine in Vaseline. Why I have that stuff, do not ask.

Always a good idea. (Note: Don't use the KY Warming Gel)

 

[kwl1763]

The best thing to do is get some plumbing lube from the pool store.

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The stuff works great to seal stuff! I actually connect spaflex to hard bulkheads with this and no glue an dnever had issues.

 

[gwhiz]

Alright---I gotta stop reading this thread. My mind is heading toward the gutter! (and yes, it's a short trip!)

 

[cameron]

I put a little teflon paste on the nutside myself. Do NOT overtighten if you do this. Teflon paste makes it very easy as does silicon.