Hi, Vern,
That sucks, for sure.
As to the waterbed mattresses, yes, if you don't hole those in the same way
(assuming there's something there which caused a hole). Waterbeds are tough,
but not designed to resist puncture by dedicated force (spent 30+ years on
waterbeds ashore). Salvage crews use a heavy duty hypalon version of the same
thing, in various sizes, to assist with flotation in getting vessels off rocks
and the like (ask me how I know!). Getting it inflated and closed before losing
lots of air will be a bit of challenge.
When I lived on a lake, I used to have an AirDock, same principle. Under the
boat will be better so you don't risk stressing the hull.
Can you get under the stern(s) to inspect it/them? I think from your posting
that it's only the port side? That could simplify lifting a bit.
Is this a tidal river?
L8R
Skip
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