gogittum
Well-known member
I'm trying to fix up the little new-to-me 12 ft MirroCraft I bought recently and have a question.
The ribs are solid, all the way across and don't allow for any drainage except for the tiny bit that seeps between the rib and the hull.
I'd like to drill several 3/8" holes on either side of the rib right at the 90 degree bend. I realize it won't get "all" of the water but should improve it a lot.
My concern is possible stress cracking of the ribs at the holes which is why I'd put them at the bend rather than right on the floor - if it'd even be possible to drill them there without going thru the floor. What do you guys think ??
I've run into an awful tangle on the 15 hp Force motor, but that's a whole 'nuther can a worms.
The ribs are solid, all the way across and don't allow for any drainage except for the tiny bit that seeps between the rib and the hull.
I'd like to drill several 3/8" holes on either side of the rib right at the 90 degree bend. I realize it won't get "all" of the water but should improve it a lot.
My concern is possible stress cracking of the ribs at the holes which is why I'd put them at the bend rather than right on the floor - if it'd even be possible to drill them there without going thru the floor. What do you guys think ??
I've run into an awful tangle on the 15 hp Force motor, but that's a whole 'nuther can a worms.