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| Chuck Homer |
Posted on 11/10/09 - 3:01 PM
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I'am looking at an older whaler for a winter project, but the seller says that inside the hull there is some water. Does anyone know if this is worth saving?
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Chuck
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| Jeff |
Posted on 11/10/09 - 3:46 PM
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I would put money down that any classic Whaler that has spent time on the water would show some elevated moisture levels somewhere on the hull with a moisture meter. Could it be saved would be depend on how much water there is on the hull and what the water has comprised. That said why is the seller stating the hull has water in it? Is there a area that is dripping water, has water seeping from it, has osmotic blisters occurring, drain tubes missing, an area of poor repair, an area of exposed foam, an area that is spongy or an area that is swollen?
Also, other important factors would be what size it the hull, what is the asking price and what do you hope to end up with once the vessel is refinished? A show piece, a good solid boat to go out and use or and boat to use and abuse for work purposes?
Edited by Jeff on 11/10/09 - 3:49 PM
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| Chuck Homer |
Posted on 11/10/09 - 4:43 PM
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Thanks jeff
I'am going to take a close look at it tomorrow. The seller said it was heavier than normal and hole could be drilled in it to let the water drain. Sounds kind of strange. But I've been looking for a project whaler for some time , so I don't want to miss the opportunity.
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| Derwd24 |
Posted on 11/10/09 - 5:04 PM
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If you can't get it weighed (for stated weights look HERE for comparison) then check the paint or scum line to try and determine the waterline of the boat. Compare that to pic's of similar hulls to ballpark the weight in a pinch.
BTW, once there's water in the foam, it's next to impossible to get out, so his suggestion of drilling holes is pointless (been there, done that). A little heavy is fine, you just want to avoid buying something really wet.
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| modenacart |
Posted on 11/10/09 - 5:27 PM
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If it still has an engine on it, just put it in the water and see where it drafts.
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| HarleyFXDL |
Posted on 11/10/09 - 6:03 PM
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Some water issues can be repaired easier than others. If you look on this website you will see some easy projects and some down right scary one's. Make sure you know what you are getting into before diving head first.
Kevin
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| Chuck Homer |
Posted on 11/11/09 - 8:20 AM
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Thanks for the advice. After taking a closer look today, I decided to walk away. It was tough to do , but I think in the long run it will be the wiser decision.
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| Blackduck |
Posted on 11/11/09 - 11:57 AM
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Water in the hull is one problem you can't fix. I would stay away. It is one thing to own a boat and have this problem happen, you are kind of stuck, but to choose to get into this situation is another story, there are just to many dry boats out there.
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| TechTeach |
Posted on 11/11/09 - 4:19 PM
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Derwd24 wrote:
If you can't get it weighed (for stated weights look HERE for comparison) then check the paint or scum line to try and determine the waterline of the boat. Compare that to pic's of similar hulls to ballpark the weight in a pinch.
BTW, once there's water in the foam, it's next to impossible to get out, so his suggestion of drilling holes is pointless (been there, done that). A little heavy is fine, you just want to avoid buying something really wet.
Why is drilling pointless??
We had a '68 hull that we installed a garboard drain plug into. In the winter we would pull the plug and it would drip out a few gallons over the winter, worked for us.
I'm thinking of doing the same on my '84 15 Sport just to see if there is any water in the foam.
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| Derwd24 |
Posted on 11/12/09 - 3:36 PM
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My hull has significant water in it and I learned from experience that drilling holes along the keel produces a mere fraction of what's left inside and then creates the issue of having to seal up "wet" holes. Had mine open for over a month, in the warm summer sun, and got little more than a few cups total, majority of that was during the first days.
Was just trying to tell Chuck that, unlike what the owner was saying, getting the water out wasn't as simple as drilling and draining... though I wish it was.
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