Cdubb
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So I discovered yesterday that my hull has a fair amount of water in it, big problem but even bigger with the freezing Michigan winter coming fast. The only place I would guess it came in at is though the base o-ring of the old metal bailer. I was in the middle of trying to replace the bailer when I discovered the water but was unsuccessful in my first attempt at getting the old one removed. The boat is a late 60s early 70s one so it has the hex head type fastener on deck for the bailer. Can I just take a socket and unthread it? If so what size is the socket? I bought a 12 point 34mm and it seems too small. Also pulling the bailer off allow the water inside to drain out? I have to get it out to save the boat, short of drilling a hole in the bottom and resealing it in the spring that's my only other idea. Any ideas?
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