Cost-effective; extremely strong when bonded correctly. Cons: Can rot again if water penetrates the seal.
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. šļø Repair Options: Wood vs. Composite grady-white-transom-repair
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. Cost-effective; extremely strong when bonded correctly
Chisel out the rotten wood. On older Gradys, this often turns into "mud". or smell like mulch