Patrick Wesley via CnC-List wrote:
Several years ago I noticed a leak in the cabin roof under the place
where the chain-plate tie rod goes up to meet with the deck fitting u
bolt to which the shrouds are attached. The fibreglass guy sealed the
leak. Several weeks ago I noticed a white deposit (calciumlike) on
the tie rod at the top and asked a rigger to check it out. He says
that the tie rods are aluminum and corrode when moisture gets to
them. First they push the deck up (which he says is already
happening) and then they pull the u bolt down; this part needs
further explanation. Repairs estimated from $1,300 to $2,000, doing
both port and starboard sides. Ive told him I will either repair the
rods or sell the boat with disclosure, but will not ignore the problem.
My dilemma is the usual one, how long do I continue to put money into
an older boat, especially as Im 75. However Id rather sell the boat
because I can no longer sail it than because I can no longer afford
it! Gives me a lot of pleasure and keeps me active and motivated.
Anyway, I wonder if anyone has any advice to offer, would appreciate
the feed-back.
Patrick,
On my '78 36 footer, the only aluminum that I had was the cover plate
around the chain plates and it was corroding, making it impossible to
keep sealant around the hole where the the plates pass through the deck.
I slacked the rigging, took the chain plates off to re-seal the area and
brought the covers home where I made new ones out of 1/8" stainless
steel. I can't say that I've ever seen a boat with aluminum chain plates
but in my case there was no cost to repair other than my labour and time.
Bill (also 75)
Caprice 1
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