1969 correct craft

Help!
I have a 1969 San Juan model correct craft.It is 24 ft. with a 318 chrysler inboard.I cant take it out in a light chop without soaking everyone in the boat.I would like to know if anyone there knows about splash rails. I would like to know the weight of the boat and is this model a planning boat.

I would appreciate any help you can give.

many thanks Charlie Lloyd

Charlie,

Is the water spray coming in from over the bow, or is a side wind blowing it in over the gunwales? Also, who gets wet, the driver or the passengers in the back? What size chop and what lake are you taking your boat out on? Maybe I can shed some light on the subject for you if I have more info.


Barry

Charlie,

The only thing I can think is that the bow is heavier than it should be because of one of the following reasons: Too much cargo up front in the cuddy and/or the foam under the floor between the stringers and the gunwales have become water logged causing the boat to sit too low in the water while under power.

Under power the bow of the boat should be quite a bit higher than the stern due to the inboard configuration and hull design. My 20' Southwind has the same "Softride" hull design as your San Juan. We had our Southwind 20'out over the weekend in some chop (inland lake, protected water) and she cut it with no problem. I don't know where you are using the boat, but it is not necessarily the best sea going vessel even though it is a large boat. I sure would love to see some photos of your boat. Please also post your boat in the Diaries section of this web site as we are lacking a San Juan in that section. If you do ever decide to sell or see another San Juan for sale please let me know. I have been looking to add one to my collection. Hope this helps, and Happy Boating!

Barry/ South Carolina
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Charlie, if you haven't removed the old foam then you may want to drill a few holes to check. My boat, like yours was completely rebuilt...but I could tell something was a little off by the way she road in the water and like you, waves of any size were not taken well. I drilled through the glass, 3/4" plywood and into the foam and it was wet. With the foam removed and a 542 Acme on a bored and rebuilt engine it's like a new boat. Hope this helps.

Here's a good site explaining why foam soaks up water and how to get rid of it. It's also good reference for fiberglass repair, including replacing floors & stringers, gelcoat problems, etc.

How to drain water from foam

Hull repair

Enjoy!