Sofus
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Having had my cravel built 6 meter lug rigged "misanier" from 1945 out of the water for some deep maintenance for nearly 6 months this winter it opened up quite a bit as the weather has been quite dry here in Bretagne. I caulked carefully with cotton and a special filler they use for making wine barrels leak free. However, it leaked badly when I put it to sea last week. The boat is oak on oak and is still leaking about 100 litres pr 12 hours after three days in the water. The leaks diminish slowly but I am starting to wonder if there is something seriously wrong. How long will I have to pump like this? The wood is healthy and I guess it is a matter of letting the wood expand properly. Anyone having had a similar experience? By the way, the hull didn't leak when I took it out of the water in October.
Regards,
Sofus
Regards,
Sofus