81 Silverline bulkhead question

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Stalmon

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Hi all,

The forward bulkhead (see pic for location) I removed was U-shaped. I understand the concept of replacing what was originally there with the same but I am wondering if there is any reason I could not make the new bulkhead solid up to deck height and fill the void with foam? The U-shaped section just seems like a space water can get into from the bilge but maybe the U-shape dissipates energy in some way?

Thanks in advance for your advice, Stalmon

forward bulkhead location.jpg
 
Woodonglass

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Re: 81 Silverline bulkhead question

I'm not getting what you're saying. Could you post a drawing of what you are saying?
 
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Stalmon

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Re: 81 Silverline bulkhead question

Woodonglass said:
I'm not getting what you're saying. Could you post a drawing of what you are saying?
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hopefully the attached drawing (rudimentary as it is) will show what I'm asking. the forward bulkhead only goes to deck height at the top of the U otherwise it is open space to the ski locker and bilge. I want to make the bulkhead a solid piece but figure there may be a structural reason for the shape.

forward bulkhead configuration.jpg
 
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