Stringer Inspection

[Duke01]

Question: What is the best way to determine if the stringers are wet/dry? I was considering drilling a small hole in each and then filling with 3M 5200. Or, can a moister meter be used?

I have a 1978 V20 Cuddy which had a transom rebuild 12 years ago by the previous owner, but a crack developed on the inside of the transom at the splash well. This went unchecked and the transom is wet again. So, when I replace my 1980 200 HP Merc I intend on rebuilding the transom, most likely with Carbon Core.

Just wondering if the water in the transom can make its way to the stringers (?).

Thanks Duke