Drain for bilge

[martin]

Okay i repaired andreplaced my transom i used marine plywood. So i am reluctant o drill a 1" hole.... Wht is the orrect way to install a drain.. I like the garboard type.. But not sure how to go about it..
Shoulg i drill 1" and rabit out the wood core about a 1/4 " then back fill with epoxy and cabosil.. Then drill out again to 1" then use a 1" brass tube and flare.. Or do i just drill and install drain..

[wattaway2]

I sleaved mine with a piece from a broken fiberglass outrigger used to protect the wood

[strick]

Here is how I usually do it. I'm not sure if it's the best way but it has worked just fine on all the boats that I have done so far.

1. Drill the 1" hole.

2. seal the hole with epoxy using your gloved finger and rubbing the epoxy around the inside of the hole making sure you cover the entire surface of the bare wood.

3. Take a 1" brass drain tube and cut it to length. The flared end will be on the inside of the transom when finished.

4. Pre drill holes for the garboard drain.

5. 5200 the hole and install the brass tube. Clean the 5200 from the inside of the tube with a small towel.

6. Install the garboard drain sealing the three screw holes with a dab of 5200. Done

[martin]

Thanks Strick .. I wasnt sure about flaring both sides and adding the drain after... As always very informative