help-O'day31-1984
I own a 31' Oday, 1985 Model. I too have the same problem; a leak on or near the strut. At first I thought it was a leaky cockpit drain, mine only leaked when the engine ran and the boat "squated" forcing water up the hose. After replacing the old hose, and inspecting the thru-hulls, I too am convinced it is the strut. I called Rudy Nickerson @ D&R Marine (1-508-644-3001), (he was management @ O'day when they were in business, since bought all parts/molds). He states that he has heard of this and the only remedy is to move the fuel tank and rebed. I believe that it is an involved job as the fuel tank will have to be moved, somewhere! As you know, there is not much room to play with. I'm almost convinced that short of removing the engine to save the tank, to do the job correctly the tank will have to be sacrificed. If you hear of a better way, let me know!