Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: 1996 Dauntless 17 DC, Gas Cap

Posted by sjoefl01 on 05/20/23 - 3:32 PM
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I just got this boat a few days ago. When I look inside the gas cap there is a foam like gasket seal that is dried out pretty bad. I would like to replace the seal but I can't even find the cap on the internet.

The seal is 2" OD with a 1.5" ID. It begins with .25" thick and where it meets it's mate it seem is about .12" thick. I tried to cut a couple of gaskets out of rubber but the >25: will not compress down enough to lock. I used one washer that was .12" thick and I just didn't have confidence it was sealing. When I look at the angle it looks like it might take on water if it doesn't seal well. There was also allot of debris from the old seal inside the cap. I wouldn't want that going through my injectors.

I am also looking for a hatch cover that is covering the battery compartment in front of the drivers seat. I tried some epoxy but I don't know if it will hold. I have never seen anything so difficult to find parts for on the internet.
Thanks, in advance for any tips.