Hi Robbin - is that some epoxy filler in the deck core already in the photo? I am going to remove my tabernacle and install a mast plate organizer. I think I'll oversize the deck holes when I take it off and inject the area with epoxy to try and seal out any water getting into the balsa core there. I think I'm ok, mine cabin top feels & sounds solid. Thanks for sharing, hope all goes well. Just finished installing a new Garilick motor mount like Sean has. I backed it up with a large stainless plate. It works great, I really like it. Also, just finished putting my 3rd coat of West Marine clear epoxy (207 hardener) barrier coat on the rudder today. I just ordered a new set of sails, should be ready in about four weeks. Getting closer every day to the maiden voyage! Todd Bradley M-23 #86 -----Original Message----- From: montgomery_boats-bounces@mailman.xmission.com [mailto:montgomery_boats-bounces@mailman.xmission.com] On Behalf Of Robbin Roddewig Sent: Wednesday, March 12, 2014 6:49 PM To: montgomery_boats@mailman.xmission.com Subject: M_Boats: Deck repairs Hi Mboaters, We topped 60 degrees yesterday so I was able to get one of the marina shop guys with a moisture meter out to check my deck under the tabernacle that I have thought had issues. The meter confirms that a local area under the tabernacle is wet and some of the photos of the cabin ceiling (https://picasaweb.google.com/110938325409185510143/M23) show the result of the deck being mushy and putting loads on the end of the bulkhead/boards under the tabernacle. This also caused the cracks and depression in the cabin floor. This has been going on for some time but I can see signs it was getting worse as time went on. So the deck is due for a facelift and some solid replacement of core under the tabernacle. Not a big area. I will have the shop at the marina do this as I have too many other boat projects ongoing to tackle this one as well. I will try and take some photos of the repair for anyone interested. Look for spring! Robbin M-23