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Has anyone ever replaced the hull vents on a 23'? Before I order them (without knowing for sure if they are the right ones) I wanted to see if anyone knows the specs on the bow and stern vents (manufacturer and size). thanks,

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I purchased SeaFit vents from West Marine .... they are/were direct replacements to the old vent (5 louver ??) and fit right in the vent cavity in the boat

[ February 27, 2003, 11:46 AM: Message edited by: Scott ]

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Thanks Scott - I will check into it,

Hey - on that Custom Rod thread...Mad Fish is in your neighborhood I think....Tinton Falls? If you want I can give you the phone number.

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Will the SeaFit vents from West Marine fit my 78 23' Sceptre??

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They fit my 1975 CC fine.

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Does or has anyone elimminated those vents, at least the forward ones Do they serve a purpose, or can they all be faired in?

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The second funniest thing here on CS (First being LT's Chainsaw Fuel Tank Removal) was the answer to this question:

Q: "What do the forard vents on a Seacraft do?"

A: "Force water into the boat"

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[ June 19, 2003, 10:18 PM: Message edited by: John R ]

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When I re did my 23’ I filled in all 4 vents and then painted the hull.
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I support the one boat theory but using it 4 times more often.

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I agree with 70's but would like to add that it is USCG regulation that any boat with an internal fuel tank be vented.

I still closed my two.

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Maybe I'm wrong but I think they actually keep the hull dry. Don't get me wrong, the bilge always stays wet but if you look at the vent channels they send an air flow directly to the tops of the box stringers and keep them dry. They also provide a place for the condensation to evaporate on hot days. If they are closed off theres no escape for the water and the hull turns into a steam chamber, at least here in south Fl

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After I filled in my four vents on the sides of the hull I did add one vent directly above the tank under the center console where the hoses attack to the tank no water gets in but is great to access those connections if I ever need to.
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I've seen the vents installed toward the bow and others facing the stern. Seems to me that it makes sense to face them to the stern, despite the fact that you won't get as much ventilation, you may not get as much water in the bilge.

Thoughts??

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I faced mine toward the stern - not sure if it is necessary, but that seemed like the logical way to install them. I don't think you really need to force air in there.

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IF YOU FACE THEM FORWARD YOU WOULD SCOOP A LOT OF WATER INTO THEM WILE YOU ARE RUNNING INTO HEAVY SEAS. LIKE HAVING A HOSE SHOOTING INTO THE BOAT.
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