Restitution
Senior Member
We have owned our 38 Californian for five years. It has a large water tank amidship at the bilge area. This was abandoned by the previous owner for some reason and new twin 45 gallon water tanks were placed under the cockpit on each side of the stern.
I'd like to try to use the original tank but I am concerned as it likely hasn't been used for 20+ years for some reason? I'm concerned about sludge, bacteria, etc. The tank is fiberglass and totally enclosed.
The benifits of such would be not only an additional 100? Gallons of water, but also added ballast and seaworthiness. Suggestions and thoughts?
I'd like to try to use the original tank but I am concerned as it likely hasn't been used for 20+ years for some reason? I'm concerned about sludge, bacteria, etc. The tank is fiberglass and totally enclosed.
The benifits of such would be not only an additional 100? Gallons of water, but also added ballast and seaworthiness. Suggestions and thoughts?