Gas smelling bilge

[michaelsen]

I just figured out why I havent catched anything lately. I had my rods and all the other fishing stuff stored in my bowrider underneath the floor in the ski/wakeboard department (not sure what it is called). Anyway, everything was smelling of gas. The storage room is right in front of the inboard motor with a hole between so the water can drain.<br />The boat is less than one year old and I know that it wont take much gass for it to stink all over. Is this normal or should I worry about a leak?<br /><br />Regards<br />Mike

 

[boatingfool]

Re: Gas smelling bilge

Check this out:<br /><br /> Gas smell in cuddy

 

[Jack Shellac]

Re: Gas smelling bilge

If you have a tank under the deck, definitely check it out thoroughly.

 

[magster65]

Re: Gas smelling bilge

Definately look for a leak! And err on the side of safety, fumes are much more dangerous than liquid. You probably knew that... just trying to help.<br />Maybe you can ventilate the compartment a bit better?