O C Diver
Guru
- Joined
- Dec 16, 2010
- Messages
- 12,880
- Location
- USA
- Vessel Name
- Slow Hand
- Vessel Make
- Cherubini Independence 45
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As mentioned previously, the step creates an air pocket at the water line. Filling that void to eliminate the air pocket should eliminate the slap. Hulls that are wood or cored tend to muffle the noise quite a bit. While I can sleep through anything, the noise would drive my wife nuts. Being solid fiberglass, the noise is much sharper coming through the hull. This was a very modest expense compared to my whole refit. If it makes the boating experience better for my wife and guests, it will be well worth it.
Ted