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  1. 10-10-2019, 07:32 PM #1
    oscardog
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    Transom question

    '01 196.........Wood transom or other?
    This year didn't have the splash well did it?
    Are there worries on transom rot on this boat?

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    #2 10-10-2019, 07:58 PM
    Serial number
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    #3 10-10-2019, 08:03 PM
    Don't have a serial #. Possible purchase
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    #4 10-10-2019, 08:47 PM
    It's wood.
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    #5 10-10-2019, 09:56 PM
    All composite came out in 2003. If properly sealed and maintained, wood is not an issue! I have had 2 Champs with wood in their construction, a 1990 and a 1999. Zero issues
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    #6 10-10-2019, 10:18 PM
    I've owned several Champions over the years but not since 2008. Saw one I thought I might be interested in but the transom stories have me a little gun shy, so to speak.
    Thanks for the info
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    #7 10-10-2019, 10:30 PM
    The tap test and looking for stains on the gelcoat should confirm the condition of the transom. I had a 1990 and a 1993 prior to my 2007 and nary an issue with either of the Mtn Home transoms.
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    #8 10-11-2019, 11:05 AM
    Its balsa plywood if it gets wet it deteriorates faster than regular plywood. I know just had my 01-196 transom replace by Championship Marine in Spokane Missouri. They use coosa when they rebuild it. They did a great job. I highly recommend them if you need it rebuilt.
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    #9 10-11-2019, 12:03 PM
    Yup. Baltek coring system.
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