[Rhodes22-list] Water in bilge from line w/o check valve?

[Michael D. Weisner]

Rick,

The centerboard trunk should not leak at all, period!  It is at or slightly 
below the water line in our craft.  The most likely reason for water in the 
bilge when sailing hard is a leak at the rub rail (or forward facing vents.) 
At anchor, the most likely source of water intrusion is a poorly sealed deck 
fitting, chain plate, window or hatch.  In storms, the whole boat leaks, 
especially wind driven rain under the ungasketed poptop or laz overflow due 
to plugged cockpit seat drains.

Mike
s/v Shanghai'd Summer ('81)
Nissequogue River, NY

From: "Rick" Friday, September 10, 2010 10:32 AM
Plus, I get water when I sail.  I figure wind rocking the boat forces water 
through the trunk cap seal.

Rick