[C320-list] Chasing Leaks, yes starting that convo

[Jacob Lang]

When you say hatch, does this include the lockers? I don’t think I have any seals there.

Jacob 

> On Mar 22, 2024, at 21:52, Troy Dunn via C320-list <c320-list at lists.catalina320.com> wrote:
> 
> If the seal fails, the mast base can leak.   I know some folks tape the
> base over the winter while hauled out.   Probably not a bad tactic.
> 
> Any original hatch seals on a hull as old as yours are shot.   If they
> don’t seal well in the summer they will leak like crazy in the winter.
> 
> Opening portlights on the saloon are notorious for leaking through the
> dogs, the seals, etc.
> 
> Try to see if your deck fills are still bedded well, and of course the head
> clean out.   These ports are close enough to the toe rail that if there is
> a leak path water will literally be rushing into the boat during a deluge
> and since these are all behind bulkheads and liners….it would be very
> difficult to spot.
> 
> Good luck.   Leaks can be a real bear to track down,
> 
> Troy Dunn
> Hull#514