Installed trim tabs and fish finder transom mount.... how do I know if it's leaking?

[tabletop]

Hi all,
I recently bought a boat that I keep in a slip. I had it out of the water for an inspection, survey, etc. and while it was out I had some service done and installed a few things like trim tabs and a fish finder bracket, etc.

Now the boat is back in the water and I'm realizing... how will I know if I have a leak? Won't the transom just soak up all the water and rot and I'll have no idea? Is there any way to tell if there's some kind of slow leak in the transom of a boat that stays in the water, while the boat is in the water?

Thanks all

 

[bjly92]

If it’s visible you can just look while it’s in the water.

If it’s not visible I’m not sure there’s a way.

Best thing to do for installation is to hog out a hole larger than you need for the screws or bolts, fill it back in with fibreglass and after cured drill the smaller correct size hole. If it does leak water comes in contact with the fibreglass and resin instead of wood in your transom.

If your used 5200 and applied it properly I wouldn’t worry.

 

[redneck joe]

Yeah as long as you trust your skills you are gtg.