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Originally Posted by phatdaddy
Gotta ask, is this boat a total loss. I have zero knowledge of what the ramifications of this action is. I realize the ice will expand and put pressure on the hull. Also notice it is an I/O, so is that toast also. Is there any chance the ice will just melt and all is good, or is this the way it sits until spring.
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Like all things in life, there are just too many variables to fully understand the ramifications until a full inspection is done. How much pressure was put on the hull, how thick was the ice, was the I/O up or down, etc.
But since the engine was obviously not drained, the chances of a cracked block are pretty good. The vinyl upholstery will probably be cracked, water will have found it's way into the foam, etc, etc. I mean, it's possible that she escaped without any damage, but highly unlikely. Such a waste.
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