I have a 2007 Hunter33 and am experiencing a leak in the V berth beneath the anchor locker. Has anyone experienced a similar problem and what was done to remedy the problem?
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jssailem
SBO Weather and Forecasting Forum Jim & John
- Oct 22, 2014
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Leaks are a pain. I understand. Very few times are two different boats made be the same company going to identical leaks. They may be in th same area but the cause or point of entry can be totally random.
A couple of ways are used to try and find the issue. You can try blowing air as what a leaf blower, into the V-Berth, then go up on deck and squirt a bit of water with dish soap about the bow, looking for bubbles.
You can try to trace the leak on the inside while a crew member sprays water on the deck and anchor locker.
It seems to be a trial and error type of solution. That is because it is. Water finds the craziest path some time wicking up hill to get into your boat. Only the best detectives ever really discover and treat the problem.
A couple of ways are used to try and find the issue. You can try blowing air as what a leaf blower, into the V-Berth, then go up on deck and squirt a bit of water with dish soap about the bow, looking for bubbles.
You can try to trace the leak on the inside while a crew member sprays water on the deck and anchor locker.
It seems to be a trial and error type of solution. That is because it is. Water finds the craziest path some time wicking up hill to get into your boat. Only the best detectives ever really discover and treat the problem.