[C320-list] Rudder post deck plate

[Andrew Santangelo]

Scott,

There are many sources of fresh water in the bilge:

* Drain from the icebox
* subtle leak in the fresh water system - hoses, connectors, the tank
* Hot water heater

Check all these sources out.

Best Regards,
Andrew
C320 "Dawn Treader"
#333


On May 17, 2009, at 1:16 PM, Scott Thompson wrote:

> I've been aware for some time that the deck plate for the emergency  
> tiller on Surprise is leaking.  Indeed this is the only source of  
> possible fresh water in the bilge that I could identify, when I  
> found the bilge full of fresh water recently.  I cannot find any  
> mark of a manufacturer on the plate.  Does anyone know a source for  
> the gaskets on these somewhat unusual deck plates.
>
> Surprise is a 1999 vintage boat.