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Old 05-30-2018, 10:33 AM   #9
tooldev
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City: Mt Albert
Vessel Name: After Sailing
Vessel Model: Mainship 390
Join Date: Aug 2015
Posts: 15
Thank you all for your Input, everything makes a lot of sense.
we measured a high moisture content in the bustle so i decided to get it fixed properly.
it may not be absolutely necessary but i feel better having the piece of mind.
besides, the design did not make too much sense.
there are 3 chambers inside the bustle, separated by stringers. the middle one is not accessible. the partitions have drain holes about 1-2 " above the bottom, which means there is always water trapped in the middle chamber.
the shop recommended we install new dividers with drain holes right at the bottom and add a bilge pump.
This is and excellent boat and we like it a lot, that bustle was a constant source of worry since i don't know what we get away with. in addition, the coring on the wall where it joins the boat was also wet. over time, the bolts holding this to be boat will loosen off.
If i keep the boat, i know its sound and if i sell it i feel good knowing the next buyer gets a good boat.
The shop doing the work will provide me with photos which i will gladly share.
Thanks again and happy boating
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