water in left pontoon

[pontoon beginer]

hi guys new to sight but have learned tons of information.i am a new pontoon owner and have a quick question.is it possible for the plastic plugs to seep water into the toon but yet not leak out while on the trailer.did not have a ton of water about a gallon left toon and quart in right after two days in the lake.it has always been freash water and all seams look good.with no dents in either toon.the plugs was not exteremly tight but with them being nylon didnt expect them to be.any help would be greatfully accepted thanks agin marc r

 

[mike243]

Re: water in left pontoon

its very possible that they leaked while under water,i would replace them with metal & use some soft set pipe sealant on them ,that will make sure no water gets in & make removale easier,mike243

 

[5150abf]

Re: water in left pontoon

I would say no, the water didn't come in through the plugs, there is another problem, I have built 50,000 pontoon boats in the last 12 years, all had nylon plugs and none of have taken water in through the plugs, they are self sealing.

With a toon water splashes everywhere underway, you probably have a bracket weld that is cracked or another hole in the tube.

You will need to air check the tubes with some soap and water(we use Polmolive dish soap) in a spray bottle, 3-4 psi is plenty of air, do one section at a time and spray anything that is welded until you find the leak,mark it and have it repaired at a local weld shop.

One note, have the welder pull the plugs before welding, air builds up in the tube and the weld will blow out if you don't.

 

[pontoon beginer]

Re: water in left pontoon

thanks to you both i went ahead and set up a time to take it to the shop better have a pro tackle instead of a newbie.but did appreciate the responses.

 

[rrhodes]

Re: water in left pontoon

thanks to you both i went ahead and set up a time to take it to the shop better have a pro tackle instead of a newbie.but did appreciate the responses.

Good Choice

 

[lmhurt]

Re: water in left pontoon

I too have water in my left pontoon. Were ae these plugs you talk about? I can pressureize the pontoon and check for leaks, but how do I get the water out?

 

[Jeep Man]

Re: water in left pontoon

I too have water in my left pontoon. Were ae these plugs you talk about? I can pressureize the pontoon and check for leaks, but how do I get the water out?

I just left a reply on another thread "pontoon sits way too low at the back". This will answer your question.

 

[stupidchico]

Re: water in left pontoon

My 98 Sweetwater has nylon plugs that are drilled with about an eighth inch hole in each one. It came that way and it does not let water in. I guess they are to prevent pressure buildup. I also think you will find your leak at the bracket weld areas.

 

[pontoon beginer]

Re: water in left pontoon

hey guys got the toon back 3 cracked welds at rear thanks agin.well no wind off to a evening cruise with the mrs.