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    Hole Filler suggestions?

    I have 8 small screw holes in my aluminum transom from where the boarding ladder was mounted (have to change location due to power poles). Hull is white. What do you recommend I use to fill holes? I have used marinetex in the past on fiberglass. Don't know if that will work or if there is a better product. Thanks in advance for your help.
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    3M Marine silicone and put the screws back in. After dry, touch paint it.
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    Good idea. Thank you!
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    Quote Originally Posted by GeauxTide View Post
    3M Marine silicone and put the screws back in. After dry, touch paint it.
    ^^^^^^^ what he said....^^^^^^^
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    Silicone does not take paint, and most are an acid cure.

    I would use Loctite PL Marine, its white and also rated for below the waterline. I have had success using it for jack plate to transom bolts, and 3D transducer flush mounted under the step.

    If you prefer to spend more on a 3M product, I suggest 3000UV, or 4000UV
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    JB Weld putty

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