Greetings,
I have a 1993 208 that has been kept on a trailer for most of its life. The hull is in great shape with no obvious points for water entry. It has the standard live well setup with raw water wash down. Also has 10 gallon freshwater tank. I've become alarmed by the amount of water that comes out of the hull after overnight or extended trips. More than a few gallons - like 5 gallons or so. It's saltwater, so I know it is not due to rain. I've checked through hulls, and there are no obvious indicators, but my logic is that after 17 years, maybe they should be replaced? I believe I read on here that someone had a similar issue with a 208, and the problem was located in the live well plumbing. Not sure how to access that area or what I should look for.
Appreciate any advice.
Joe
I have a 1993 208 that has been kept on a trailer for most of its life. The hull is in great shape with no obvious points for water entry. It has the standard live well setup with raw water wash down. Also has 10 gallon freshwater tank. I've become alarmed by the amount of water that comes out of the hull after overnight or extended trips. More than a few gallons - like 5 gallons or so. It's saltwater, so I know it is not due to rain. I've checked through hulls, and there are no obvious indicators, but my logic is that after 17 years, maybe they should be replaced? I believe I read on here that someone had a similar issue with a 208, and the problem was located in the live well plumbing. Not sure how to access that area or what I should look for.
Appreciate any advice.
Joe