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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. 🏗️ Repair Options: Wood vs. Composite

Cost-effective; extremely strong when bonded correctly. Cons: Can rot again if water penetrates the seal. grady-white-transom-repair

Grind the inner skin down to fresh fiberglass to ensure a mechanical bond. The only way to be 100% sure is

Chisel out the rotten wood. On older Gradys, this often turns into "mud". or smell like mulch