Posted by Newport17mikey on 06/01/20 - 11:35 AM
#1
1988, 17’ Newport , 90 hp 1988 Evinrude fitch, 9.9 Honda kicker. Took 3 large waves [Boat wake) Over the stern And then she just filled with water, before I could do anything. Help came right over, and pulled us to shore about 1/4 mile at most. Started beige pump, right a way, took about 1/2 hour of pumping to get her floating to normal.
Question,,, when boat is swamped, can you pull the plug and drain it, will it self rise to normal flotation..?????
Question; 2 , what Is the right way to handle a swamping?????
Edited by Newport17mikey on 06/01/20 - 11:37 AM
Posted by biggiefl on 06/02/20 - 7:07 AM
#2
1) yes you can pull the plug and drain the water but usually the bilge is faster at rest. The hull will not completely drain with people and gear aboard and weight of engine(s).
2) Most common practice is to make sure everyone is seated and not to move as quick movement of a large amount of water is the quickest way to flip. Pull the plug and get boat to the point of almost planning. Usually the majority of the water will wash over the transom and out. Once boat is dry, return plug to its proper hole.
3) If you see large waves headed in your direction, try and have the bow towards them.