Feb 27, 2022 · The WoodenBoat Forum is sponsored by WoodenBoat Publications, publisher of WoodenBoat magazine. The Forum is a free service, and much like the "free" content on Public …

Oct 10, 2023 · I believe the Bilge was intended as a catch all so non-boat related things would not end up cluttering the upper decks. It does have its uses and some interesting topics are discussed. …

Nov 10, 2025 · As topics in the Bilge stray from wooden boats, and my inbox fills with messages from participants offended by the goings-on in The Bilge, and paying customers take offense, it becomes …

Dec 12, 2025 · WoodenBoat ForumsThe WoodenBoat Forum is sponsored by WoodenBoat Publications, publisher of WoodenBoat magazine. The Forum is a free service, and much like the …

Sep 14, 2010 · Forward bilge gets wet from the anchor chain and wash downs. Water comes in thru the anchor hawes pipe into the anchor locker which drains into the forward bilge. I get about a 1inch …

Nov 17, 2010 · Re: Exploring Bilge Keels, And Have Questions: Well, a very involved topic. Where on the planet are you considering cruising this boat, and what size are we talkin' bout? Simply put, you …

Sep 1, 2009 · Re: Bilge drain holes On my Chris Craft, a square block of plywood was screwed to the hull on the inside of the garboard. The drain was made through this block guaranteeing that a 1/2" of …

Jun 11, 2013 · Re: Thru Hull Location for Bilge Pump--Any Rules? It was certainly a dilemma for us, discovered very early in a very scary manner. The bilge filling up with water lead us to believe we …

Oct 30, 2018 · Re: Painting of bilge in wooden boats Fresh or salt water? Fresh water is wood's enemy. I've read in many books and articles that salt water 'pickles' the wood and protects it from rot-causing …

Feb 28, 2001 · Typically, the round bilge designs require longer construction time. Multi-chine is a compromise, both in design characteristics and building time. Depending on the number of chines, …