[Rhodes22-list] Wow Michael W knows how to get response... about the Leaky Rhodes
Michael D. Weisner
mweisner at ebsmed.com
Fri Aug 1 14:16:38 EDT 2008
Ed,
Don't worry, I'm sure I'll pay for it ... Just about done for the day, goin'
sailing in a bit. Light breeze, near perfect weather (SW 5-10 kts, 1' seas,
83F/60%RH)
Ed, you have the helm.
Mike
s/v Shanghai'd Summer ('81)
Nissequogue River, NY
From: "Tootle" <ekroposki at charter.net>Sent: Friday, August 01, 2008 2:00 PM
>
> Michael W:
>
> You got his attention... Keep in mind it is hot and humid in Edenton, no
> need to turn up the heat.
>
> This attachment is for Michael W:
>
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> Ben+C.%27s+vision.gif
>
> Ed K
> Greenville, SC, USA
> Definition: "Bar: Long, low-lying navigational hazard, usually awash,
> found
> at river mouths and harbor entrances, where it is composed of sand or mud,
> and ashore, where it is made of mahogany or some other dark wood. Sailors
> can be found in large numbers around both."
>
>
>
>
> stanleyl wrote:
>>
>> Steve,
>>
>> caught this thread
>>
>> make sure you tell them you did not want a recycled boat so bought a used
>> as
>> is one.
>>
>> and listen to Michael W, he's a wise guy and may be on target when he
>> says
>> look at the cb line pennant opening in the cockpit - if the cb hose is
>> not
>> connected to this fitting a good part of the rain water collected at the
>> cockpit seat level will drain directly into the cabin. that can be a lot
>> of
>> water.
>>
>> thanks Michael.
>>
>> ss
>>
>> ----- Original Message -----
>> From: "Michael D. Weisner" <mweisner at ebsmed.com>
>> To: "The Rhodes 22 Email List" <rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org>
>> Sent: Friday, August 01, 2008 12:03 PM
>> Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Leaky Rhodes
>>
>>
>>> Steve,
>>>
>>> First, rain water does enter the cabin from many sources. Now, an aside
>>> to
>>> Stan (cover your ears): WHAT DO YOU MEAN YOU'RE NOT FAMILIAR WITH THE
>>> PROBLEM! JUST TELL HIM YOU'RE TOO BUSY, NOW!
>>>
>>> Ok, sorry about that, Steve. Back to GBI customer service
>>> representative
>>> style. Where is the water? If it is in the bilge under the cabin
>>> floor,
>>> check the following sites for leaks:
>>> 1. Properly closed poptop - make sure it is all the way down.
>>> 2. Companionway door - If the wood needs to be replaced or doesn't
>>> fit
>>> well it may leak like crazy, especially under the bottom.
>>> 3. Make sure that the boat is tilted to the stern otherwise water
>>> may
>>> pool by
>>> the door (in the gutter by the centerboard pennant.)
>>> Also,
>>> check the
>>> bedding of the centerboard pennant fitting and hose which
>>> both are
>>> located in the cabin, under the step. They can leak into
>>> the cabin.
>>> 4. Check the drains in the cockpit, especially the cockpit seat
>>> drains which
>>> may be clogged. The most common leakage area is the laz
>>> when the
>>> seat drains are clogged. The archives are full of info
>>> on
>>> replacing the
>>> seat drains with larger fittings.
>>> http://www.nabble.com/Cockpit-Drains-to10901814.html#a10901814
>>> 5. Check and/or replace seals on front opening ports. Sometimes
>>> screen
>>> is not seated and port fails to seal. They also collect
>>> water which
>>> will drain through if seals are bad.
>>> 6. Rebed all ports and hardware. If nobody has already done this,
>>> your
>>> mid 80's R22 is long overdue. Remove, clean and rebed
>>> all
>>> with a
>>> good quality marine sealant such as 3M 4200, 5200,
>>> Boatlife,
>>> etc.
>>> This is not a quick process but is usually worth the time
>>> if
>>> done well.
>>> http://www.nabble.com/Fred-on-rebedding-ports...-to16222183.html#a16224703
>>>
>>>
>>> If it is in the lazarrete, check the following sites for leaks:
>>> 1. Check the drains in the cockpit, especially the cockpit seat
>>> drains which
>>> may be clogged. The most common leakage area is the laz
>>> when the
>>> seat drains are clogged. The archives are full of info
>>> on
>>> replacing the
>>> seat drains with larger fittings.
>>> 2. Check the rear of the lazarrette hatch for proper fit and wear.
>>> The early
>>> 80's boats used a plastic or rubber hinge that may be
>>> leaking.
>>>
>>> http://www.nabble.com/Laz-leakage-at-the-rear-of-hatch-to10855778.html#a10910323
>>>
>>> Sometimes it is easiest to close yourself inside the cabin while it is
>>> raining (or have an assistant use a garden hose) and watch for leaks.
>>> Good
>>> hunting.
>>>
>>> Mike
>>> s/v Shanghai'd Summer ('81)
>>> Nissequogue River, NY
>>>
>>> From: "Linda Scott" <lscott02 at roadrunner.com>Sent: Friday, August 01,
>>> 2008
>>> 8:48 AM
>>>> Hello,
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> I purchased from GB a 1984 Rhodes 22 this spring (used, not recycled.)
>>>>
>>>> So far I've been pleased with it, but I've been dismayed at the amount
>>>> of
>>>> rainwater
>>>>
>>>> that enters around the pop-top and sliding hatch. I know it's rain
>>>> water
>>>> in
>>>> the boat;
>>>>
>>>> it leaked phenomenal quantities while it was sitting on its trailer
>>>> before
>>>> I
>>>> got it in the lake.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Stan suggested I try posting this question to the group, as he's not
>>>> familiar with the problem.
>>>>
>>>> I'd sure appreciate any suggestions.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Steve
>>>>
>>>> Granville, Ohio
>>>>
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