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'89 Outrage 18 Water penetration
Whaler85	#1  Posted on 05/09/06 - 2:16 PM
Member Posts: 5 Comments: 0 Joined: 02/17/06	I recently purchased an Outrage 18 off ebay. I am generally pretty happy with the condition of the boat, however, I am concerned that the hull may be a bit heavy. There was an approximate 3X3" section on the transom where the green fiberglass was exposed. I noticed that it was wet but thought that it was just rain dripping down from the cover. Anyway, I epoxied and painted a few weeks ago and every day there is a little moisture there. Thought epoxy would seal both in and out. Should I be concerned? The boat will be moored so don't want more water to penetrate. Haven't used boat yet so hope it's not too heavy. Am I over reacting? Appreciate any comments/suggestions. Thanks!
Jeff	#2  Posted on 05/09/06 - 2:29 PM
Member Posts: 1987 Comments: 34 Joined: 04/02/05	well...You could be just fine or have a major problem on your hands. My thoughs would be of the opinion that your transom is rotted/rotting and it is a matter of time before it need to be rebuilt if it is cracked. If it is not showing signs of cracking and it is just chipped you should be OK. If it looks anything like the picture below I would be certain you have a rotten transom. The cracking is most likely caused by the wood swelling becuase of water intursion. Or it could have been caused when someone hit something under water at speed. Anyhow I think in it in need for more investigating / attention... Jeff attached the following file: outrage Cracked transom 01L[53].jpg Edited by Jeff on 05/09/06 - 4:07 PM 1993 23' Walkaround Whaler Drive
Jeff	#3  Posted on 05/09/06 - 2:33 PM
Member Posts: 1987 Comments: 34 Joined: 04/02/05	2 Jeff attached the following file: outrage Cracked transom 02L[54].jpg Edited by Jeff on 05/09/06 - 3:36 PM 1993 23' Walkaround Whaler Drive
Jeff	#4  Posted on 05/09/06 - 2:33 PM
Member Posts: 1987 Comments: 34 Joined: 04/02/05	3 Jeff attached the following file: outrage Cracked transom 03L[55].jpg Edited by Jeff on 05/09/06 - 3:42 PM 1993 23' Walkaround Whaler Drive
Jeff	#5  Posted on 05/09/06 - 2:34 PM
Member Posts: 1987 Comments: 34 Joined: 04/02/05	4 Jeff attached the following file: outrage Cracked transom 04L[56].jpg Edited by Jeff on 05/09/06 - 3:42 PM 1993 23' Walkaround Whaler Drive
Jeff	#6  Posted on 05/09/06 - 3:44 PM
Member Posts: 1987 Comments: 34 Joined: 04/02/05	you would never know it but this is a FRESH WATER 89 20' outrage 1993 23' Walkaround Whaler Drive
Whaler85	#7  Posted on 05/11/06 - 8:37 AM
Member Posts: 5 Comments: 0 Joined: 02/17/06	Thanks for the reply and pics. I'm sorry but my problem is on the hull, stern of the boat. I believe I incorrectly referred to it as the transom.