I recently discovered water leaking into the aft cabin through the cockpit sole where the pedestal is mounted. I happened to have the inside cabin cover off while checking the steering cables and found the leak. Lucky for that or I don't know how long it would have gone on,
I plan to loosen the four large bolts for the pedestal (only loosen to the limit of the threads), then, above, rock the pedestal to be able to insert shims, for spacing. Then I will apply silicone sealant, and let it cure. After that, I can remove the shims, let the pedestal back down and retighten the four bolts, and trim off the excess.
Has anyone done this and is that a workable plan? Thanks.
I plan to loosen the four large bolts for the pedestal (only loosen to the limit of the threads), then, above, rock the pedestal to be able to insert shims, for spacing. Then I will apply silicone sealant, and let it cure. After that, I can remove the shims, let the pedestal back down and retighten the four bolts, and trim off the excess.
Has anyone done this and is that a workable plan? Thanks.