Hey folks. I'm late to the party...reading this post with interest, as I have a 1999 197 GLS. I've always had a slow leak from somewhere, but a couple summers ago I accidently put the boat on a submerged rock shelf...since then it's really taking water. Bilge pump can keep up, but I can't leave it in the water unattended any longer. I don't have access to the inside of the boat, but I was also thinking I'd put some water in it while on it's trailer, and see if I can find any leakers. Does anyone have advice on secondary blocking required when undertaking something like this?
Thanks,
Mike
Thanks for the advice...much appreciated!