So we purchased a used Stingray(2008 195LS), and it runs great, but one issue I've noticed is on the floor of the interior there is a rectangle storage area that lifts up. When I lift that up there is a strong smell of gas. Now on our last Stingray we had the same issue...a strong smell of gas.
When I use the blowers the smell of gas is barely noticeable...you have to try hard, and the blowers work great.
Is this just the norm for all boats where that oar/ski storage is(Any other Stingray owners)? Is that compartment somehow connected air wise to the engine department? I don't think it is due to the blowers not putting out anywhere remotely close the strong gas odor I smell below.
So today I've propped up that covering and I'm letting it air out b/c its also a bit soggy in there. Guess before we purchased it, the boat was open to elements. While it will dry out I do worry about those fumes collecting in the back, so I will run the blower extra long before next trip.
When I use the blowers the smell of gas is barely noticeable...you have to try hard, and the blowers work great.
Is this just the norm for all boats where that oar/ski storage is(Any other Stingray owners)? Is that compartment somehow connected air wise to the engine department? I don't think it is due to the blowers not putting out anywhere remotely close the strong gas odor I smell below.
So today I've propped up that covering and I'm letting it air out b/c its also a bit soggy in there. Guess before we purchased it, the boat was open to elements. While it will dry out I do worry about those fumes collecting in the back, so I will run the blower extra long before next trip.
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