I have a Zodiac F470. From what I can see, it has two bailers in the transom, one above the rigid deck and one below. Neither has any type of floating ball/one way valve to stop water from getting into the boat. They both have a "flap" on the outside I assume is supposed to let water out, but not in. Bottom line is that the flaps don't work, and I generally have to crimp the flaps when I'm in the water, to keep from taking on too much water. Do they sell inserts for these bailers, and, if so, where do I get them? I'm also open to other suggestions.
On a related note, I have a '98 Mercury outboard on this boat. The mounting bracket partially covers the below-deck bailer, folding the flap over. Moving the motor to starboard a few inches would take care of the problem (it's centered on the transom plate now), but I assume moving it would cause significant handling problems.
I'm kind of at a loss now. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
On a related note, I have a '98 Mercury outboard on this boat. The mounting bracket partially covers the below-deck bailer, folding the flap over. Moving the motor to starboard a few inches would take care of the problem (it's centered on the transom plate now), but I assume moving it would cause significant handling problems.
I'm kind of at a loss now. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!