I am interested in an O'day 26 and inspected the boat after a rain. One of the chain plates has a leak and the bulk head was wet at the top. I have heard this is a common issue for Oday 26s and 25s. How much water is too much water? I am scared that this happens with every rain storm and even if I rebed the chain plate, the job will not removed the water already in the core. The bulk head feels solid except around the upper most bolt. When I poked the upper most wood, it compressed slightly under my finger. The current owner said he is unaware of the leak. Thumbnails of the bulkhead included below and I have attached the full images.
Is this a big leak? What repair work may be needed? I liked the boat, but do not want to buy something rotting from the inside.
Is this a big leak? What repair work may be needed? I liked the boat, but do not want to buy something rotting from the inside.
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