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3M 5200 Marine Adhesive Sealant Customer Questions and Answers
Question
I wanted to know if this can be used this on a vinyl liner in an in-ground pool?
Asked on 06/12/2014 by Diane BouldenTop Answer
Thanks Jim, I called 6 pool companies locally with no luck, so my husband and I have been searching online. We do need some luck.
Answered on 06/13/2014 by Diane BouldenAnswer
Do not think this will work, 5200 needs rough service to stick to. John
Answered on 06/12/2014 by JOHN HEIDEREICHAnswer
I can't imagine why it wouldn't work. However, it does take a bit to cure... at least a day or two before you apply any stress to the repair.
Answered on 06/17/2014 by LEE BAUERLEINAnswer
I doubt that it would be suitable for a pool liner. I too have a vinyl lined pool and most pool supply stores will probably have a better idea and/or product. Good luck.
Answered on 06/13/2014 by JIM LEVERAnswer
I have not used mine yet. But from what I have read it should work ok.
Answered on 06/12/2014 by EARL JORDANAnswer
I didn't use it on a pool liner, but I would say it would work as long as it is dry and clean. I had some get on concrete and I put a rag on top so I wouldn't step on it. Forgot about it, and rag was stuck to the concrete. Takes awhile to dry completely.
Answered on 06/13/2014 by WALTER WESTHOFFAnswer
Thanks for the feedback. Not sure what we will be using yet. LOL, about the rag on the concrete, it sounds like something I would do.
Answered on 06/14/2014 by Diane BouldenAnswer
Thanks for the info John.
Answered on 06/12/2014 by Diane BouldenQuestion
Will primer & gloss paint adhere to 5200 sealant ?
Asked on 04/03/2016 by Jim RuffingTop Answer
Do not know. Did not paint.
Answered on 04/04/2016 by BILL ANDREWSAnswer
I haven't tried it.
Answered on 04/03/2016 by JAMES CROMPTONAnswer
Haven't painted this batch, but in general it's paintable. Make sure it's well cured before you paint.
Answered on 04/03/2016 by Dave LenowitzAnswer
Yes, primer and paint will adhere, but when the 5200 expands and contract, e.g., when used on a wood boat, there may be some cracking, since the paint is not as flexible as the 5200. Keep seams tight and you won't have any trouble. Also, don't use 5200 as a repair filler, or for fairing for the same reason.
Answered on 04/03/2016 by TED DYSARTAnswer
Yes
Answered on 04/03/2016 by ERIC STEMAAnswer
I have decided to remove all the 5200 between the seams of my Lyman wood (13ft.)boat.) Last summer I turned the boat upside down (bow up) & experienced pain't peeling from the area where 5200 was applied. I asked a paint expert at a paint retail store (owner) & he said 5200 is a rubber based sealant which will expand & contract when exposed to hot & cold climates. I have decided to use the "West System " resin & harder mixture to fill the seams. Hopefully paint will adhere to this application after sanding.
Answered on 04/04/2016 by Jim RuffingAnswer
Yes. Product literature states 5200 is paintable
Answered on 04/03/2016 by STAN COLOFFQuestion
Can you use this product on plastic fuel tanks?
Asked on 10/28/2015 by David GriceTop Answer
I do not think so. I have not tried that.
Answered on 10/28/2015 by CLIFF SNOWAnswer
Thank you Rick for the information. I will give it a try. David
Answered on 10/28/2015 by David GriceAnswer
Not a permanent fix. West System GFlex would be a better solution.
Answered on 10/28/2015 by Rick WhiteAnswer
I agree that would not be a good application the fuel I think would dissolve 5200 in the long run.
Answered on 12/01/2015 by RICK ECCLESAnswer
Lloyd P
Answered on 12/06/2015 by LLOYD PLUMBAnswer
I believe you could. I used it with various plastics.
Answered on 12/06/2015 by LLOYD PLUMBAnswer
Thank you Cliff. David
Answered on 10/28/2015 by David GriceQuestion
Will this product work on the bottom of an aluminum boat to seal rivets and a small hole?
Asked on 02/25/2012 by Mike LTop Answer
Yes and 3m has done many test using 5200 on aluminum Sand the area with 150 to 220 grit paper as to give a better surface for it to grip to
Answered on 05/15/2012 by allan carterAnswer
Mike, I've used 3M 5200 to seal screws in a wood boat, and for the price of a small tube I'd bet it would seal rivets on aluminium (the stuff is a combination of rubber and glue - where-ever you put it - it stays fargin awesome stuff). As for a small hole, it would have to be a verrry small hole (pin hole size) and even then I'd look for filler (like drilling out the hole slightly larger and rivetting it with a patch (and 5200).
Answered on 02/28/2012 by STEVEN OSTROMAnswer
Read product label for compatibilty with aluminum, but I have used 5200 for many years in many applications and found it to create a superior permanent flexible bond. Clean and prep any surface well and give it time to fully cure and you will have an excellent bond. I only use this stuff to seal things that I do not intend to ever take apart.
Answered on 02/29/2012 by ROBERT CUMBEEAnswer
Oh, . . and it's REALLY sticky! Plan ahead, work carefully,and clean up as you go.
Answered on 02/27/2012 by ROBERT FEWKESAnswer
If the surfaces are clean, free of grease, oils, and loose material, it will seal well. The 5200 has some elasticity, but if the joint is mechanicaly solid, so the joint can't "work", the seal will last a ling time.
Answered on 02/27/2012 by ROBERT FEWKESAnswer
I think so. IT does dry/set up slowly andremains sticky during this time
Answered on 02/28/2012 by STEVEN RINGERAnswer
5200 is advertised for adhesion to wood and fiberglass by chemically reacting to moisture in the base to which it is applied. It is not advertised for use on aluminum.
Answered on 02/27/2012 by TIMOTHY M. COTTENGIMQuestion
Can I use this product to place a transducer to bottom of boat? Will it cure clear or remain white?
Asked on 07/01/2015 by James SmithTop Answer
Clean both surfaces lac thiner. IT will remaine white-yes it will hold
Answered on 07/08/2015 by RICHARD PIETRANTOZZIAnswer
It will remain white. Good product
Answered on 07/02/2015 by KEVIN FRENCHAnswer
Yes, you can use to adhere a transducer to your hull. If it's the white 5200, it will cure to a white color.
Answered on 08/03/2015 by Tim PierceAnswer
You can use it on any underwater through hull and will not change color over time. It will also work as an adhesive if the surface your mounting is clean and abraded slightly. It does take a long time to cure
Answered on 07/02/2015 by JAMES ROTHROCKAnswer
I have used it to seal a transducer on the bottom of my boat. White stays white, black stays black. Best sealant for underwater use. Getting your transducer off 10 years later may be a challenge though!
Answered on 07/01/2015 by JOHN BUBNOWSKIAnswer
Don't think its the best choice. It never really hardens (as hard as an epoxy). It's a good sealant because its somewhat pliable and you can later remove it (such as pulling up a track on the deck. Remains white
Answered on 07/01/2015 by LEO BARRONQuestion
I will apply this dry, but it will then live underwater. Will it hold up when permanently submersed?
Asked on 04/06/2015 by UndisclosedTop Answer
Mine has been on a year with no issue so far in fresh water. Do a good prep job and you should have no problems.
Answered on 04/06/2015 by MICHAEL BARBERAAnswer
yes
Answered on 04/06/2015 by HERB DELOACHAnswer
It has held up well for us. I have used it on an old wooden fishing boat and the only issue is the wood in the boat drying and swelling. The sealant has kept its form and place.
Answered on 04/06/2015 by DONALD JOYAnswer
Yes, we use this on our dredge hoses in the Bering Sea Alaska and it holds up well. The best is the slow cure that takes about five days to cure. Much stronger.
Answered on 04/06/2015 by STEPHEN PHILLIPSAnswer
Yes, as long as you let it fully cure first. I would wait at least 48 hours.
Answered on 04/06/2015 by KURT LENTSAnswer
It works great under water once fully dried. I bedded my bottom of my boat with it.
Answered on 04/06/2015 by THOMAS DROZDQuestion
Are the single tubes really just 1 oz?
Asked on 03/26/2015 by Mark ReynoldsTop Answer
The single tubes a 10.1oz not 1 oz.
Answered on 03/27/2015 by WAYNE DICKHAUTAnswer
10 oz I believe....fit a normal caulking gun....mine did anyway.
Answered on 03/26/2015 by Kevin McMahonAnswer
The tubes I bought were sized for a standard size caulking gun. I don't have a tube left, but approximately 10 oz NOT 1.0
Answered on 03/26/2015 by TED SHATTUCKAnswer
no
Answered on 03/26/2015 by JAMES ALTOUNIANAnswer
Mark R asked: Are the single tubes really just 1 oz? Mark, Looks to me like the part number 3M-05206 is only 1 oz; however there are larger sizes available. For instance 3M-06500 is a 10 oz. tube for use in a calking gun. Hope this helps.
Answered on 03/30/2015 by WILLIAM LOPPAnswer
Thanks Wayne...just to point out that the ad on line states that it's a 1 oz tube. mr
Answered on 03/28/2015 by Mark ReynoldsQuestion
CAN I USE 3M SEALANT 5200 ON RV WINDOWS?
Asked on 06/26/2014 by UndisclosedTop Answer
I wouldnt set the windows in 5200....but i think it would be fine to seal them on the outside.
Answered on 06/26/2014 by JAMES CROMPTONAnswer
I don't see why not.
Answered on 06/26/2014 by PAUL COOPERAnswer
Hello, Just be careful because 5200 is not meant to be installed on pieces or parts that might have to be removed. Very strong excellent product. Last time I used it was to caulk the joint between the brick and cement on my house and it does a great job,flexes and lasts. Hope I helped. Burt
Answered on 06/26/2014 by BURT SHULMANAnswer
I use 5200 anywhere I need a serious long lasting caulk. Yes, I would use it on RV windows. Just remember the cure time is rather long...several days to fully cure. Water won't hurt it but you wouldn't want a bunch of insects or dirt messing up your job. Tip: place tube of caulk in hot (120 degree) water for 10 minutes before using. It will flow much easier!
Answered on 06/26/2014 by bruce becknerAnswer
I would not use it for RV windows. I would use a silicon based caulking. I used the 5200 on my boat and was not happy with it as it shrunk.
Answered on 06/26/2014 by DAVID ARCHERAnswer
No. Only EVER use 5200 for permanent areas. Your windows may leak again. If that happens you will need to tear the wall out of your RV to fix the window. Consider the materials that your sealant will bond to as well, lexan windows for example require a different formula than aluminium frames.
Answered on 06/26/2014 by JC MARTINQuestion
Will this produce work when applied under water by a diver?
Asked on 12/16/2013 by scott smithTop Answer
It might work to plug a small hole but I wouldn't try to seal a seam without it first getting dried and then the substrate scraped clean . Better to haul the boat and do it right...
Answered on 12/17/2013 by RUSS LEPISTOAnswer
I contacted 3M. They said that 5200 must be applied to dry materials. They also stated that they do not make any adhesive/sealants which can be applied underwater.
Answered on 12/17/2013 by MICHAEL ABBENEAnswer
I would not advise it and it sounds like you are using 5200 as a sealant.........it is not. It is a flexible, long term and very permanent adhesive.
Answered on 12/17/2013 by STEVE LUSARDIAnswer
I sent an e-mail to 3M about your question. I've never heard of it being applied underwater. You can contact 3M at the number below and ask the company directly. I also asked if they had a product acceptable for U/W application. 1-888-3M HELPS (1-888-364-3577) Our hours of operation: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Central Time
Answered on 12/17/2013 by MICHAEL ABBENEAnswer
Actually it is to attach underwater lights to a concrete house boat float.
Answered on 12/17/2013 by scott smithAnswer
I do not know, my guess is no, since I think it needs air to cure.
Answered on 12/16/2013 by MARK GINSBERGQuestion
Will this adhere to gelcoat?
Asked on 04/04/2013 by UndisclosedTop Answer
it will adhere to about anything.. make sure the surface is clean first
Answered on 04/05/2013 by JAMES CROMPTONAnswer
I use it on my hull which is wood Excellent results
Answered on 04/05/2013 by RICHARD GUANDALINIAnswer
Yes quite well
Answered on 04/04/2013 by KELLY GRECOAnswer
Yes.
Answered on 04/04/2013 by ROBERT ENGELHARDTAnswer
Asolutely! We use it to seal intake grates and pump shoes to the hulls of our waverunners. Keep in mind it is very difficult to remove if need be.
Answered on 04/04/2013 by KURT LENTSAnswer
Yes, be sure to clean and rough up (200-400 grit sandpaper) the gelcoat first.
Answered on 04/06/2013 by ALL BRIGGS