Grady-white-transom-repair Direct

Before you reach for the grinder, perform a thorough inspection. Water typically enters through unsealed screw holes, trim tab mounts, or the aluminum cap Grady installed on older models.

Use a plastic mallet to tap across the transom. A sharp "ping" is good; a dull, hollow "thud" indicates delamination or wet wood. grady-white-transom-repair

Remove the outboard, trim tabs, scuppers, and the aluminum transom cap. Before you reach for the grinder, perform a

The only way to be 100% sure is to drill small exploratory holes from the inside . If the shavings are dark, wet, or smell like mulch, the core is gone. 🏗️ Repair Options: Wood vs. Composite Before you reach for the grinder