Old Insulation

[Carver 3007]

1982 Carver 3007 Aft Cabin:
In the process of replacing port side gas deck fill, I removed the main salon interior side panel for access and discovered that the original insulation that was glued to the back side of the panel had turned to a granular like substance piled up on the plywood floor that extends under the panels. This material was moist and was causing the plywood to become moist as well. I vacuumed out the area and dried the plywood and it is still OK.
I found the same condition on the starboard side as well.
Thought I would mention what I found, this could be an easy place for dry rot to set in as it is not often the main salon side panels are removed.

 

[marykhubby]

YEP! I had the same situation.

Want to have some more fun. Go down into the engine room and try moving any of the insultation there. GUESS WHAT - Even more fun to be had!!!! Some old Mud nests too.

My vacuum worked overtime but I am finally rid of the mess.
Now the engine room painting and reinsulation job is about to begin!
But in the end, I'll be happier!