Hi, I posted yesterday about some surface cracks in the hull of my 1983 C&C 29-2 and those are still a concern, however a much bigger issue presented itself.
The mast step is off and I am fabricating an aluminum replacement. I noticed there is a dip in the fiberglass around the forward keel bolt. I cleaned up the area including old caulking around the keel bolt. While doing so, I noticed the bolt could be easily wiggled from side to side. I know the forward keel bolt is fairly long according to the diagram in the manual, but I wouldn't think I should be able to budge a 3/4" diameter bolt. The hole the bolt is in is approx. 1 1/4" diameter so there is room around it. Does anyone know what structure is in the stringer around that bolt? The diagram shows a big empty space... I'm guessing I may have to drop the keel and have that bolt replaced. Fortunately, Mars Keel is only an hour away. Any guidelines for reattaching the keel? Derek McLeod C&C 29-2 _______________________________________________ Email address: CnC-List@cnc-list.com To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the bottom of page at: http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com
