Went to the boat last night to load it and do some prep and sleep on it for a early morning start today for a two day solo trip.
About to push back, I always check the bilge prior to start up. Lifted the cover and found about 4 gallons of diesel sitting on top of the normal level of water. I couldn't believe I didnt smell it but there it was.
Trip cancelled and spent the day pulling the tank and the plywood platform. It had been leaking off and on for a while. The plywood was saturated.
I have thought something was going on because I would get a diesel smell off and on for a couple months but could never find a leak.
So habit confirmed, check your bilge.
About to push back, I always check the bilge prior to start up. Lifted the cover and found about 4 gallons of diesel sitting on top of the normal level of water. I couldn't believe I didnt smell it but there it was.
Trip cancelled and spent the day pulling the tank and the plywood platform. It had been leaking off and on for a while. The plywood was saturated.
I have thought something was going on because I would get a diesel smell off and on for a couple months but could never find a leak.
So habit confirmed, check your bilge.
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