O ring material

[Guest]

Hi guys, just a small question here, What is the best material for O rings? I am confronted by many materials, BUNA, TEFLON, etc.etc. Just don't know which to use. Thanx in advance. c.j.g.

[tim morris]

hi carlos--i just wanted to

hi carlos--i just wanted to say that if you are buying for a 3.0 inch wtc dr dave may have some, or 3.5 are carried by other vendors, i didnt measure right and bought one batch of 3.5 wtc o rings that were the wrong size so be sure before ordering,,i know your question was about what material, but i though this was a significant note anyway. maybe someone else knows that.

[ramius]

Excellent question!
At this very moment,I

Excellent question!
At this very moment,I am getting a used D and E 3.5 that I bought ready for my boat .
I was wondering myself where to get the o-rings and what material is best suited for the o-ring?
What do you guys think,put em in dry,or do you put anything on them?Any other ideas for refreshing a WTC would be appreciated.It may be a good idea to carry a spare set of o-rings in the field box alsoI think
Wayne

[subdude]

Wayne,
Buna-n is usually the

Wayne,
Buna-n is usually the substance of choice. I like to apply a light coat of silicone grease to them from time to time.

Happy sailing!

Jim

[ramius]

Ok,where can I find this

Ok,where can I find this material? Thanks.

[anonymous]

Ramius, try McMaster Carr, they

Ramius, try McMaster Carr, they carry everything. Thanx for the info, SubDude, will get Buna-n Cheers, c.j.g.

[bigdave]

On my seals I like

On my seals I like to use the Locktite silicone disc brake lube. I have used it for years and can be found at any auto store.