I recently purchased a 1983 Montauk. I have read multiple posts that mention that Whalers should not have drain tubes at the bottom of the transom known as a garboard drain because the hull is foam filled. I have a garboard drain - as I see your 1983 has. So was the garboard drain standard on the 1983 and maybe other models? If so does anyone know why? There has been suggestion that this drain be fiberglassed over due to the possibility of water leaking into the foam.. Can anyone shed some light on this?

bass man, this does not have a "garboard" drain". What you are looking at is the bottom thru hull standard drain tube coming from the sump area.

Ok thanks, The reason I asked is because it seems low for it to be connected to the sump. I have been boating many years but this is my first whaler, so your experience is invaluable to me. When I able to get to the boat I will run a borescope into the drain hole and hope it comes out the drain hole in the sump area. THANKS