DavisIslander Posted October 7, 2020 Report Share Posted October 7, 2020 My RF18 has a bass seat plate up forward of the hatches. The opening has a metal screw cap insert that is just like the gas tank cap. You unscrew it, put your pedestal pole w/seat and away you go. Yeah, just like that! Sure enough dag nabbit, took the screw top off, put the pedestal in and bumped the top with my foot and it jumped up and rolled off the boat in 22 feet of water. "You kidding me?" And of course you can't buy a Perko 528008 CHR cap (only). So...can I use the Perko rubber waste cap instead? I'm thinking yes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWFL21 Posted October 7, 2020 Report Share Posted October 7, 2020 I dont know for certain, but ive been on a few boats that have those plastic caps on their fuel fills and vice versa. Id imagine youre good to go, but dont quote me If youre near a west marine, take them for a test drive! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shallowminded6 Posted October 7, 2020 Report Share Posted October 7, 2020 2 hours ago, DavisIslander said: My RF18 has a bass seat plate up forward of the hatches. The opening has a metal screw cap insert that is just like the gas tank cap. You unscrew it, put your pedestal pole w/seat and away you go. Yeah, just like that! Sure enough dag nabbit, took the screw top off, put the pedestal in and bumped the top with my foot and it jumped up and rolled off the boat in 22 feet of water. "You kidding me?" And of course you can't buy a Perko 528008 CHR cap (only). So...can I use the Perko rubber waste cap instead? I'm thinking yes. If that doesnt work( looks like it will), try a nautical flea market or used marine store. They have used pieces sometimes pretty cheap, plus might color match. (Already scuffed stainless is hard to come by new) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavisIslander Posted October 8, 2020 Author Report Share Posted October 8, 2020 2 hours ago, Shallowminded6 said: (Already scuffed stainless is hard to come by new) Laughing! As long as it fits I’m a happy angler!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishmanjj Posted October 8, 2020 Report Share Posted October 8, 2020 Try e bay also.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quest4reds Posted October 8, 2020 Report Share Posted October 8, 2020 Oh the dreadful sound of an unexpected splash. Two of my phones have made the same journey to the depths, not a good feeling. Hope you get your situation squared away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert3 Posted October 8, 2020 Report Share Posted October 8, 2020 Up Here in Hampton NH I dropped the gas cap to my (full)6 gallon mercury tank in 35 feet of cold water. No one around since it was freezing, I took off my cloths and dove to get it. Luckily clear water I got it and made run to NBYPT. Worst experience, I shivered for hours. that's why I always carry a mask and snorkel and fins.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fin-addict Posted October 9, 2020 Report Share Posted October 9, 2020 In a pinch till you find a cap that fits you can use a screw in pvc end cap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavisIslander Posted October 12, 2020 Author Report Share Posted October 12, 2020 I went to West Marine and found this gem for $4 bucks! I’ve found my replacement for now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoneyB Posted October 12, 2020 Report Share Posted October 12, 2020 Don’t trip on that... the next splash u hear will leave u feeling all wet. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavisIslander Posted October 12, 2020 Author Report Share Posted October 12, 2020 3 hours ago, HoneyB said: Don’t trip on that... the next splash u hear will leave u feeling all wet. I promise not to, I only plug it when trailering and storing it! Water's fine - come on in SPLASH! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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