I recently bought a 83 Hunter 34. It's been sitting on the hard for a couple years. We are in the process of redoing the cabin sole and various other things. There's been water in the bilge for a few years due to companion way leak and various other leaks. So it's mostly fresh water.
I was thinking that I should remove the nuts and plates. and peer down or use a scope (if one will fit) to inspect the threads of the keel bolts. I'd like to be sure my keel isn't going to flop off when were sailing the coast of Nova Scotia.
Are there any know issues with Hunter 34 Keel bolts of this vintage? or should I not be worrying about it?
I was wondering if anyone knows the tightening torques of the keel bolts?
Thanks for any insight.
-Chad
I was thinking that I should remove the nuts and plates. and peer down or use a scope (if one will fit) to inspect the threads of the keel bolts. I'd like to be sure my keel isn't going to flop off when were sailing the coast of Nova Scotia.
Are there any know issues with Hunter 34 Keel bolts of this vintage? or should I not be worrying about it?
I was wondering if anyone knows the tightening torques of the keel bolts?
Thanks for any insight.
-Chad