Squeaky Ball? SC15
Posted: July 9th, 2019, 8:28 pm
I have been fortunate to own 2 SC15s. The first was a used Whaler-era that I had for 20 years. More recently, I got a used mid-90s model. Both are wonderful.
However, the first one never made a sound. After 4 years, the newer one now squeaks like an osprey. The first boat never had grease on the ball, the newer one came with grey grease on the ball. I haven't added or intentionally removed the grease. The noise started late last summer and has become progressively louder. At first is was only during/after an aggressive sail - maybe water got up in the cavity?
So what is the diagnosis and cure, as the noise is giving me a headache.
Thanks!
Laz
However, the first one never made a sound. After 4 years, the newer one now squeaks like an osprey. The first boat never had grease on the ball, the newer one came with grey grease on the ball. I haven't added or intentionally removed the grease. The noise started late last summer and has become progressively louder. At first is was only during/after an aggressive sail - maybe water got up in the cavity?
So what is the diagnosis and cure, as the noise is giving me a headache.
Thanks!
Laz