As a data point for others, the chainplate cut-out on my 1982 37’ goes through cored deck. Josh’s concern is correctly placed.
Best, Dave Godwin 1982 C&C 37 - Ronin Reedville - Chesapeake Bay Ronin’s Overdue Refit <http://roninrebuild.blogspot.com/> > On May 5, 2018, at 10:44 AM, Josh Muckley via CnC-List > <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > > I think the most correct way is to remove the chain plate and then rebed. > I'd be torn between using butyl and 4200. You can support the mast with a > halyard if desired. > > First, you might find is useful to determine if it is the machine > screws/bolts or the flange specifically. A little tightening of the bolt, a > small addition of 4200, a wrap of butyl, or some Capt Tully's Creeping Crack > cure may be enough if it is just a loose bolt. You should also figure out if > the deck area is cored. If not cored the leak will be rather innocuous for > quite some time - go sailing. > > Josh Muckley > S/V Sea Hawk > 1989 C&C 37+ > Solomons, MD >
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