32-3 Fiberglass Question

[boyle_brian]

Hi everyone - While searching for the source of a leak on our 32-3, we removed the panel behind the oven. Looks like a home repair to me, but its also curious because it sits behind the plastic panel. Fiberglass seems inconsistent with the general quality of the boat. Anyone ever looked back there, did it look like ours?

Thanks all

 

[Bolo]

I’ve never removed that particular panel behind my stove on my E32-3 but I’ve look at other “hidden places” over the years and they look about that ruff.

 

[Christian Williams]

That is the tabbing that binds the TAFG to the hull. Yours looks in good shape, with good adherence.

The tab sections weren't made cosmetic, as all are hidden. Note also the many similar similar tabs visible in the bilge compartments.


E32-3 bilge tabs, painted by owner