HYDRAULIC LEAK ON KEEL CYLINDER
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Hello everyone,
In the wake of the subject raised by Mondhérius, I have just observed on my Pogo 30 ashore a flow along the keel that strongly reflects a hydraulic leak on the keel cylinder.
On the cause: I’ve just discovered that Indigo recommends not to raise the keel completely, as the cylinder head would then be submerged. It’s true that my boat hasn’t sailed much this year. Why doesn’t the shipyard mention this in the owner’s manual?
Do you have any advice on repair methods?
Best regards,
Caramba
Hello Jean-Yves
First of all, in your case, you should remove the small tilting box (for bread or garbage) and check whether you also have a leak inside the boat under the small canister by removing it. This is often where any liquid or seawater is lodged …. If so, you’ll need to check all the hose connections with a paper towel. Simple method.
Then check the cylinder support plate for corrosion. On the first 30, this was not yet stainless steel.
The best thing to do would be to take as many photos as you can of anything you’re unsure about, and send them to Nicolas at Structures for advice. He’s very good at giving advice
Kind regards and happy DIY!
XavierIn my case, it was the cylinder itself that was leaking. In this case, if the boat is in the water, you can’t see it because the oil is lodged in the keel well, and floats on top of the water.
And indeed, NICOLAS is the specialist for jacks at the yard. He changed the seals on the jack. He can intervene as a self-contractor outside his working hours. (more reactive and less expensive than going through the worksite)
I can give you his 06 if you wish
C H R I S T O P H E
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