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twestman
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Initially Posted - 04/23/2008 :  23:59:20  Show Profile
I just purchased a 1981 Catalina 25. I suspect a leak from the transom area. I was wondering if the transom has a tapped brass plate mounted below the gelcoat or are ther nuts that I cant access.

I have been leary of taking the stern pulpit off, afrad that there are nuts below which can't get to.

Any input on what I should expect if I remove the stern pulpit is appreciated.

Tom Westman
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dlucier
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Response Posted - 04/24/2008 :  06:00:16  Show Profile
Tom,

First off, welcome to the fleet and to the forum!

What are your signs that you suspect a leak in the transom area?

Common culprits back there are the lower gudgeon or the cockpit drains.
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Frank Hopper
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Response Posted - 04/24/2008 :  08:26:14  Show Profile  Visit Frank Hopper's Homepage
It often proves to be around the scuppers, use a little caulk around the brass flanges, (work it in with your finger), and see if that helps.
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Dave Bristle
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Response Posted - 04/24/2008 :  09:55:42  Show Profile
...that is, if you have a later vintage with transom scuppers (maybe '82 on?).

Welcome, Tom! This is an example of a question that can be answered better if we know a little about your boat--year, rig, and keel. I suggest you put those in a "signature" (under Profile above) so it automatically shows in each post--as in each of these replies. Then come back often!
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Dave Bristle
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Response Posted - 04/24/2008 :  10:00:46  Show Profile
BTW, the most you would get from the sternrail stanchions would be a few drops. The scuppers are in a spot where a lot of water passes through (from the whole cockpit)--a tiny leak can collect a lot of water. (I know.)

PS: I never removed the rail--don't know.
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twestman
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Response Posted - 04/24/2008 :  22:54:56  Show Profile
The leaks come from the stern under the quarter birth and from the port as well. The water collects under the steps by the keel cable. I can see the water path from the stern. The water on the port side fills to the point that it runs into the storage area under the port side seats.

I also get water under the two wooden cover plates on the floor. I'm not sure how the water gets under there.

My travler bar appears to be lose. I assume it is tightened with a nut. Do I need to install an inspection plate?

I will try the caulk around the scuppers and the lower gudgeon.

Thanks for the help. I'll let you know what happens.
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dlucier
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Response Posted - 04/25/2008 :  07:52:02  Show Profile
Tom,

I don't know if you have the clamshell vents like I do, but if you do, they may be contributing to water getting into the bilge. Since these clamshell vents are essentially flush to the deck, water running down the side deck, from a hard rain or when washing the boat, may flow into the bilge.

To prevent this, I fashioned a dam from stainless steel that is installed at the opening of the foreword facing clamshell vent.
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Happy D
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Response Posted - 04/25/2008 :  08:45:44  Show Profile
Hi Tom,
On my 1977, the forward legs have nuts on them which are accessible. You have to remove one of the small panels overhead in the quarter berth. The bolts on the rear legs are threaded into a piece of bronze or brass that is captured inside the fiberglass.
Dan
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