1984 360 aft wet keel

TSMITH

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Oct 11, 2005
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I have a wet area about 1 foot from the aft end of the keel that is 1 and 1/2 ft long. It it soaked at the bottom of the keel and gets less wet as the moisture meter goes up towards the haul. What will I find in side and what is the best way to fix this. I have not cleaned the bottom coating to see the compleat area. There is a couple small drops of water that comes out in a 1 inch area about mid way up the keel in the center of this wet area.

Thanks for any input
 
Moisture in the Keel

TSmith,

Moisture in the fiberglass can take a toll, if not taken care of quickly. West Marine has great products and web site for dealing with these kinds of issues. Take a look and see if it helps?

www.westsystem.com/webpages/home/links.htm

Kevin Smith
Richmond VA
250/270 Weekender, 7.4, 330 hp, Bravo II
 
I drilled five 1/4 inch holes in the bottom of the keel and was able to get about 1/2 gal. of water out. I will let it set for the winter and re check it in the spring for moisture content.

Tim Smith
 
Water in Keel

Tim,

I have seen a number of cases in which the bottom had to be completely peeled and dryed for extened periods of time in order to get it completely dry. I sure hope you don't have to. Hope all goes well!

Kevin Smith
Richmond VA
 

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