First post. Have some class and rec. sailing experience. Learned a lot already from you all so thanks. Last fall picked up a bruised ’90 14.2 w/trailer. Got boat off trailer, fixed trailer, got around the boat, back on trailer, refreshed some rigging. SoCal winter set in so put her up until this weekend. Next week or two will be first out for us. Stoked.
Question: after getting a basic understanding of how the hull and deck is put together want to know how she keeps sea from washing in through the swing keel opening and filling the space between the hull and deck while under way?
There does seem to be a canvas sleeve embedded in the glass that may (?) help with this and additionally, perhaps, the air pressure within the hull helps keep water out? Is there an interior channel that extends up into the hull that prevents water washing inboard? Should I assume there will be some water taken on regardless and not sweat it and drain the boat after every sail? Am I missing something? Obviously, gotta make sure the drain-hole plug is in.
Appreciate any insight you may have – thanks!
Question: after getting a basic understanding of how the hull and deck is put together want to know how she keeps sea from washing in through the swing keel opening and filling the space between the hull and deck while under way?
There does seem to be a canvas sleeve embedded in the glass that may (?) help with this and additionally, perhaps, the air pressure within the hull helps keep water out? Is there an interior channel that extends up into the hull that prevents water washing inboard? Should I assume there will be some water taken on regardless and not sweat it and drain the boat after every sail? Am I missing something? Obviously, gotta make sure the drain-hole plug is in.
Appreciate any insight you may have – thanks!