1995 Larson 214 LXI... Floor and stringers

[kcassells]

Just found this;
https://www.uscgboating.org/library/boating-safety-circulars/BSC83.pdf

Coast Gaurd stuff;
LARSON BOATS (Little Falls, MN)(030060T) Year: 1999 - 2003 Models: Cabrio 333 Units: 90 Problem: Isolation bulkheads not properly sealed and fuel vapors could reach areas containing electrical equipment; possible fire/explosion if ignition source present

 

[JASinIL2006]

In the document kcassells cites, the only mention of Larson boats are the 201 SEI and LXI models not having enough flotation foam and the the '99-'03 Cabrio 333 model for the aforementioned bulkhead isolation problem. I don't understand why, if our boats are non-compliant, they would not also be listed?

I'm really not trying to argue, but I don't understand. I'm wondering if there is something about the style of boat or tank that makes the drain OK...

 

[TRH299]

Cabrio 333 is completely different animal. I am not worried at all......

Back to my original question. What is the purpose of this wood filler strip with waterlogged foam underneath? Keel strength? My fuel tank does not sit on it. This filler is higher than the ski locker floor so water does not drain completely from the ski locker.

 

[kcassells]

Well Chev mentioned a fan...maybe thats what got the boat/bilge into compliance. Not sure really. I dug around alittle. If Larson is still in biz a call may solve the question. I surely would like to know a definitive answer.

 

[tpothen]

My Wellcraft is just a short piece of PVC pipe through the bulkheads, water flows under the tank.

The 333 has a cabin so that's a completely different topic. I had a 1977 Catalina 25 sailboat that didn't have a sealed fuel locker where a portable tank sat and that was the same issue that the 333 had, fuel vapors would enter the cabin where the batteries and circuit breakers were. Needless to say, I sealed that locker and ran a vent out the back of the boat.

 

[kcassells]

Cabrio 333 is completely different animal. I am not worried at all......

Back to my original question. What is the purpose of this wood filler strip with waterlogged foam underneath? Keel strength? My fuel tank does not sit on it. This filler is higher than the ski locker floor so water does not drain completely from the ski locker.

TR,
Is there actually a fitting there or just a rough hole drain for the outlet? Just wondering. That strip of wood ...would make the seperation of the tank from the hull to make it compliant. Almost seems like a design fault they caught and punched a hole in for water to flow out. Not saying its right or wrong. I'm guessing it out as much as you guys at this point.

 

[TRH299]

The filler block stops about an inch shy of both bulkheads. The foam where it exits the wood block is dug out where the bulkhead limber holes meet it.

Here is a better sketch showing the filler board and the foam under it.

 

[tpothen]

Is the strip the full length of the hull, or close to it? I've always been under the assumption that it's a layer of protection for those who beach their boats. When the fiberglass wears through, the hull won't fill with water, it'll stay in the channel below the fiber glassed board.

 

[TRH299]

Is the strip the full length of the hull, or close to it? I've always been under the assumption that it's a layer of protection for those who beach their boats. When the fiberglass wears through, the hull won't fill with water, it'll stay in the channel below the fiber glassed board.

Was thinking along same lines.... However this only runs the length of the fuel tank bay.

 

[kcassells]

So no factory drain off fitting? Just wondering. Do any mods know anyhting about this?
jbcurt00 Woodonglass archbuilder zool
Any input appreciated for this conversation. I'm out of gas.

 

[JASinIL2006]

I'm guessing the wood strip with foam underneath is just to support the center of the gas tank. Since it's poly, that might be to take some of the weight?

 

[Scott Danforth]

Is the strip the full length of the hull, or close to it? I've always been under the assumption that it's a layer of protection for those who beach their boats. When the fiberglass wears through, the hull won't fill with water, it'll stay in the channel below the fiber glassed board.

nope.

if you beach and breach, your pretty much on your own.

the board is to cap off the valley and the foam is because the calculations were light on the amount of foam elsewhere in the hull to meet the minimum buoyancy requirement

 

[71beepbeep]

Thanks TRH 299. It's a 1996 SEI 194 with 300 hours on it. The original owners were an older couple that always kept it stored inside.

 

[71beepbeep]

I just went out and checked mine, it drains from the ski locker all the way to the bilge under the fuel tank.

 

[TRH299]

nope.

if you beach and breach, your pretty much on your own.

the board is to cap off the valley and the foam is because the calculations were light on the amount of foam elsewhere in the hull to meet the minimum buoyancy requirement

Well I might just eliminate it then... I dont like how it restricts drainage to the bilge. I know I have a bunch more issues but this is one of first questions I have a visual on.

 

[TRH299]

I just went out and checked mine, it drains from the ski locker all the way to the bilge under the fuel tank.

Thanks for checking, but I am not concerned in the least about the fuel tank issue. Gotta hop back in tonight and work on liberating the carpet from the floor to exposed the main problem.

 

[TRH299]

Well.... It just got real. Destroyed my carpet and got to see what I will be spending my free time on this winter.​

 

[71beepbeep]

You'll get it done, and have an awesome boat when your done.

 

[bpounds1991]

I know exactly how you feel TRH299, use the end product as your motivation and keep on chugging.

 

[JASinIL2006]

I feel your pain. Stick with it! Larsons are nice boats,