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Grind the inner skin down to fresh fiberglass to ensure a mechanical bond.

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? grady-white-transom-repair

While every model (from an Adventure 208 to a Sailfish 252) differs slightly, the professional "outside-in" method is common for DIYers: Grind the inner skin down to fresh fiberglass

Tilt your outboard up and apply downward pressure to the lower unit. Any visible movement or "smiling" (the gap opening between the motor and the transom) is a red flag. grady-white-transom-repair

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