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Old 07-10-2016 | 07:05 AM
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Default Transom plug repair kit tap size

I know the size of the tap, wich is one inch, but what i dont know/cant find is :
Pipe tread tap?
Or straight size type of tap?
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Old 07-10-2016 | 07:14 AM
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usually npt thread.
You won't find that tap at Home Depot, likely need to go to professional tool shop.
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Old 07-10-2016 | 07:21 AM
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http://www.mercstuff.com/gimbalringinst.htm
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Old 07-10-2016 | 08:48 AM
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1 inch NPT tap is special order from most places. I got mine on Amazon for about 30 buxors. Good luck!
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Old 07-10-2016 | 09:20 AM
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IMO the Jr Marine repair kit is much nicer and isn't that expensive.
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Old 07-10-2016 | 09:46 AM
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Thanks guys for the info
+1 on jr marine, much easier to work and better look
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Old 07-10-2016 | 10:26 AM
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I have one that I have not used since I did that repair 35 years ago. I would pop it in the mail for you but I am out of town till Wednesday .


If you still Need it after Wednesday pm me a address, I will send it out.

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