Drain plugs are highly important for boats that are not “self-bailing”. However, not every boat has a drain plug. Boats that do not have a bilge pump are often the smaller ones that will have a drain plug.20 Aug 2019
Why are there plugs in boats?
The drain plug stops your boat from filling up with water when you're not cruising. A fair amount of boating is hanging out in a great spot, and nothing ruins an outing like a boat full of water.19 Mar 2020
What is a bilge plug on a boat?
Definition of bilge plug : boat plug If your boat has a bilge plug, remove the plug when the boat is out of the water so that any water that has accumulated in the bilge can drain free.— Twain Braden, The Handbook of Sailing Techniques, 2003.
Why is there a plug in a boat?
This is a drain plug. When removed from the bottom of your boat's transom, water drains out. When inserted in the transom, it prevents water from coming back in. “Install drain plug” is usually the first item.14 Nov 2011
Where does the boat plug go?
It must be put in from the outside. You'd have to cut it off to put it in from inside. Many boats now come with a cable or strap attached to the boat plug from the inside. It must be put in from the outside.24 Mar 2013
What is a Garboard plug?
Various companies make garboard drain plugs, basically threaded bronze fittings that securely plug a drain hole when the boat is afloat and can be opened when it's on the hard to let out rainwater. It's better to go for one where both the flange fitting and the plug are bronze. Some are a mix of brass and bronze.24 Nov 2014
Why does my boat have a plug?
This is a drain plug. When removed from the bottom of your boat's transom, water drains out. When inserted in the transom, it prevents water from coming back in. More than once I have gotten the boat partly off the trailer and noticed water pouring in the back.14 Nov 2011
Does my boat need a plug?
You should only have to plug the one that goes straight into the hull (no hose attached). There should be drain hoses out the sides. You should be sure that the hoses that provide water to the live wells are in good shape and the drain hoses as well.17 Feb 2010
How does the plug on a boat work?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KecNYZZeIPY
What is the drain plug on a boat?
The drain plug stops your boat from filling up with water when you're not cruising.19 Mar 2020