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Old 04-10-2008, 18:12   #1
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leak on the dry

I have a catamaran on the dry. Every time it rains the bilges fill up with water. And, for the life of me, I simply cant find where its entering.

Has anyone a clever way to find out where the leak is...where the water is entering from ....above.

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Old 04-10-2008, 18:27   #2
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Old 04-10-2008, 18:48   #3
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Use chalk in the areas where it may be entering.
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Test the areas you suspect when it is dry by doing individual sponge tests with food coloring added, then check below to see any signs of seepage and the path it has taken....good luck!
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get up there with a water hose and someone in the cabin.
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what compartment is the water collecting & how much? Both sides ?sounds like something you have disturbed. More info needed.
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