Sep 14, 2010 · Forward bilge gets wet from the anchor chain and wash downs. Water comes in thru the anchor hawes pipe into the anchor locker which drains into the forward bilge. I get about a 1inch …

Nov 17, 2010 · Re: Exploring Bilge Keels, And Have Questions: Well, a very involved topic. Where on the planet are you considering cruising this boat, and what size are we talkin' bout? Simply put, you …

Sep 20, 2006 · Bilge boards stay in place, regardless of the tack. Here's the plans on my Bolger Redwing. You can just make out the bilge boards. This next picture is from Hurricane Bob. The bilge …

Jun 3, 2023 · Re: Bilge Restoration Welcome to the forum. We need more information if we are to help you. Where is the leak? Along the keel or elsewhere? Photos of then leaking water would help. Is the …

Oct 30, 2018 · Re: Painting of bilge in wooden boats Fresh or salt water? Fresh water is wood's enemy. I've read in many books and articles that salt water 'pickles' the wood and protects it from rot-causing …

Jul 14, 2017 · Re: Bilge Pump discharge on Sail and Oar boat Looks nice. Firstly, what sort of pump? Given the centerboard thought, sounds like you're thinking of the ubiquitous pipe pump, like the …

Apr 24, 2014 · Hello, I see reference to bilge pumps in the capsize rescue and the discussions on storm techniques for small open boats. What kind of pumps are we talking about and what have people …

Nov 30, 2001 · True, salt water in the bilge will permeate the wood somewhat (pickle it, some call it) and that salty wood isn't as much to Mr. Rot Spore's liking. BUT, your assertion that "the wood is less …

Nov 15, 2003 · Steam cleaning 3 sections of bilge sounds like taking a cannon to hunt a canary. Take my advice, you can't get a canary to hold still long enough to get your cannon aimed, and a steam …

Aug 4, 2010 · Re: how restrictive is ribbed bilge pump hose? I've heard numbers ranging from 10- to 30-percent more restriction with corrugated hose versus smooth bore. I use smooth bore hose- …