Checking the Transom

[boatman1963]

I have a 15' MFG that i want to maybe restore. The transom SEEMS solid and all, but how do i check it?

 

[Woodonglass]

Re: Checking the Transom

If you have access to the INSIDE of the transom, you should get down as LOW and as close to the Drain tube as possible. Using a 3/8 drill with a 1/4" drill bit drill into the transom no more than .3/4 to 1 inch deep. DO NOT drill all the way thru. Drill several holes spaced 6" apart and at various Heights on the transom. Check the drill shavings. If they are Light tan and dry. GOOD. If Dark Brown and WET or Powdery BAD. If all is well fill the holes with 3M 5200 Sealant. If BAD Replace the transom.

 

[oops!]

Re: Checking the Transom

the above by woodie......is called a core sample. and that is how you check.......if you are worried about how deep to drill....put a piece of tape around the drill bit

 

[boatman1963]

Re: Checking the Transom

thank you