Yes - mistake on the brass versus copper [material for the drain tubes].
There is the drain for the well and a drain for the floor. Both tubes were compromised. Both being replaced.
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- Fri Dec 09, 2022 9:14 am
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Remedy for Compromised Hull Drain
- Replies: 6
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- Thu Dec 08, 2022 7:53 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Remedy for Compromised Hull Drain
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1185
Re: Remedy for Compromised Hull Drain
Both upper and lower drain tubes [are now] removed. [The] lower [drain tube was found to be] crumbled for at least four inches and was definitely compromised. [The] upper [drain tube condition] was better but [that drain tube was also] compromised. [I have been using a] shop vacuum [to suck or blow ...
- Wed Dec 07, 2022 3:07 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Remedy for Compromised Hull Drain
- Replies: 6
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Remedy for Compromised Hull Drain
I have a restored 13-footer that had been out of the water for several years. I'm reasonably confident the hull was as dry as a 1972 hull could be. Recently the boat sat in saltwater for ten days. When I towed the boat home, I realized the main drain tube was compromised. I am sure saltwater has got...