Water in engine compartment Nic 33

[imeldagarland]

Hi, we have a Nicholson33 (1976) only been out in her twice. Second time weather rough. After berthing noticed about 4 inches of water in engine compartment. All seacocks been cleaned and greased recently. Any ideas where or how this water has come from? Much obliged.

[holmek]

Things to check ; Sterngland/Lazarette or other deck hatches that may leak water running down the deck/Skin fitting not tight or if plastic - cracked under the backing nut - very common/cockpit drains or cockpit lockers leak into bilge/engine cooling water leaking somewhere. Try to ascertain if water enters only during sailing or if also during rain on moorings. Taste the water - may be tanks leaking. Run a hose over the deck while checking below. Good Luck. !

[Vasco]

Check water cooling on engine for leaks.

[imeldagarland]

Thanks, will check everything on Saturday and let you know. Very grateful for your input.

[Shoalcove]

It could also be a leaking stuffing box. Did you run the motor at higher RPM or for a longer period? Dripless could need to be "burped", traditional style may need adjustment or repacking. Good luck with it!

[Celestialsailor]

Was it fresh water or salt?