[mushman]

Thanks for the reply, what happens to these transoms if left un attended?, do the engines just fall off?, in other words how do I know it's time to take the plunge?.
I've looked around here today and have seen many of the epoxy type of repairs mentioned.I would have to imagine removing the cap is a large job in itself.
Is ther any way of repairing this dry rot without taking the cap off?.
I do love the boat , I almost gave up on boating all together, but every time I get on it I feel like keeping it.
Is there also any way to check and see if the transom is due for repair without removing the cap?.