WET TRANSOM

Snookerd · #1 05-03-2002, 11:32 AM

Ok, I've been hearing talk of wet ransoms for the last few months and I checked around the splash well drain hole in my 89 18' and I've got an unsealed opening allowing water in(wood has some deterioration)! Motor doesn't flex when heavy pressure is applied. Should I drill a hole in the bottom of the transom and attempt to drain? Any ideas? What type of inspections and frequencies of resealing all holes in the transom does anyone subscribe to?

Briguy · #2 05-03-2002, 12:03 PM

Snookered,

I just noticed you live in Bradenton. So do I! Welcome good buddy! As for your transom. My '78 23ft had 2 small cracks in the upper corners of the transom. That let water in and created a big problem as the transom flexed. Anyhow, I fixed it and now it's strong as heck. As for your problem, I would drill it out and let it dry over the course of a week. As it gets dryer, put a heat lamp on the area and then a hair dryer for a few hours. Don't be afraid to drill a few test holes a few inches from that area. Just go in about 1/2 inch. Once you are convinced everything is dry. Fill with west system epoxy, 1-2 layers of a light cloth, sand and paing. Don't let a little problem turn into a major job like I did.

Snookerd · #3 05-03-2002, 12:19 PM

Briguy-Thanks for the welcome! I noticed your location when you joined in late March/early April. It's great to see the # of members approaching 100. Jason's monster truly is ALIVE!Thanks for the input on the transom. Preventative work is the way to go! The West Florida Coalition of Clasic Seacraft members may be small now...