I have had an unexplained increase in bilge water lately. I have checked everything I can see including the shaft log, PYI fittings and clamps, the fresh water system, etc.
I finally "tasted" the water and it looked fresh but had a slightly salty taste. (hope I don't contract any illness from this test)
Any ideas?
Jamie
S/V Soixante #444
water in the bilge
Moderator: KenKrawford
Re: water in the bilge
Check out some of these threads for possibilities:
http://catalina350.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=13&t=608
viewtopic.php?f=15&t=736&hilit=finally+dry
http://catalina350.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=13&t=608
viewtopic.php?f=15&t=736&hilit=finally+dry
Gary & Janet
The Best of Times (Hull #422)
The Best of Times (Hull #422)
Re: water in the bilge
I know you checked the FW system but on Esperance (394) I have had the hose fall off the aft tank draining the contents into the bilge. Access thru the Stbd. aft lazarette hatch. It was a simple fix to reattach and tighten hose clamp...
Re: water in the bilge
Hi,
I would check for a leak at the bow. If you look under the forward mattress, right at the bow there is a storage compartment and you can see traces of a leak from the bow at the bottom of this compartment.
Jan #303
I would check for a leak at the bow. If you look under the forward mattress, right at the bow there is a storage compartment and you can see traces of a leak from the bow at the bottom of this compartment.
Jan #303