I really don't think there is a way of getting to the interior bracing without pulling out the entire rear interior. Remember that model has glued in carpet so all that would have to be removed.
I have owned the boat since new. Don't the new models come with a Lifetime hull warranty? The 175...
Thanks everyone! I'll get some more photos in the next couple of days and show you the difference in the past 12 months. It is certainly getting worse especially on the port side. The problem now is when the boat is running through chop those hull supports (that are broken away) slam against the...
The boat is out getting the trim on the engine fixed at the moment so I can't check the bulkheads. From memory it doesn't have any down that end of the boat. As Its an outboard the mounts are all good.
Do you think I should be concerned about future cracks and hull integrity failure?? Anyone...
Has anyone experienced any problems with hull deformation on any of your Sea Rays? I have a 1997 175OB that is in perfect condition, always kept in garage, always washed down after use and looks as if it just drove out of the showroom. The problem I have been noticing over the past few years is...
I have a 1997 175 Outboard sport boat. Over the last few years I have noticed the hull on both sides starting to shrink inwards creating large dents in the side of the hull below the rub rail. Has anyone else had this problem with their boats.
Have contacted Sea Ray and awaiting a response.