Floatation Question

billboats

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My 1986, hull no 1220 had NO floatation in the spaces under the seats. I spent a Saturday filling the area with expanded foam boards. Whew, what a job.
I wrote to Catalina. They were very helpful. They said that originaly, the boat had air bags in that area, and sugested that I could get colapsable water bags from Wal Mart, inflate and seal them and place them in the space.
Opinions? What sounds better, foam or air bags? What's in your boat?
Bill
 
billboats said:
They said that originaly, the boat had air bags in that area, and sugested that I could get colapsable water bags from Wal Mart, inflate and seal them and place them in the space.
Opinions? What sounds better, foam or air bags? What's in your boat?
Bill
We have the colapsable water bags. I would not use foam. I will take Catalina advise, go to Walmart or camping outfitter get a few 5 Gal ones. Good luck.
 
I wouldn't use the foam as it may actually pick up water and hold it making the boat heavier. Plastic water containers sound much better and invest in a good cuddy hatch that latches closed when you are sailing so you can just keep the water out from below decks.
 

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