Repairing a Grady transom is a major undertaking, but it's the difference between a "total write-off" and another 20 years on the water. 🛠️ The Assessment: Is It Actually Rotten?

Use a plastic mallet to tap across the transom. A sharp "ping" is good; a dull, hollow "thud" indicates delamination or wet wood.

Use a multi-tool or circular saw to cut away the outer fiberglass skin . Carefully pry it off to reuse later if possible.