Re: almost new P15 capsize story

The Costas (uffda@sonic.net)
Thu, 24 Jun 1999 00:24:03 -0700


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All

This is assuming that the picture in the brochure applies to your boat. The
P-15 has been modified many times, and I don't think all were created
equally.

Larry

>><< If the P-15 is swamped it will not float as shown in the brochure.
>However
>> if you pull out the bilge drain plug (if you have one) it should slowly
>> drain until it floats at the level indicated in the brochure. There will
>> still be water in the bilge, but alot less. You can try this
>experimentally
>> with a cheap styrofoam cooler. Put ballast in the bottom for stability
and
>> fill it with water. Place it in water, such as the bath tub. Note the
>> waterline level. Punch a hole in the bottom so it is in fluid
>communication
>> with the bath water. Watch it rise to a new waterline level. Since the
>> fibreglass and styrofoam of the boat are less dense than water you should
>> also observe the same effect with the P-15.
>> Jim Nolan >>
>>
>>
>>PLUG FEAR!
>>
>>Most people will fear pulling that drain plug after a capsize. Therein, a
>>vessels inability to recover promptly.
>>
>>The drain hole is so small it takes almost forever to drain a boat thru
>that
>>lil hole. I often consider adding a 1 1/2" hole 2 inches above drain to
>>accelerate process of emptying hull.
>>
>>SF
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