pontoons

Question
is it normal for there to be some water in the pontoons of a pontoon boat

Answer
Hi Steve

Thank you for selecting the undersigned to reply to your question - and the answer is NO!

All seams on aluminum pontoons are welded water-tight, and should not leak unless damaged by impact or metal fatigue occurrs. Some people cut a hatch in each pontoon section in order to introduce water to create ballast (stability) in heavy weather. Unfortunately, the seal on hatches eventually leaks, and often at the most inoportune times, which result in casualties.

You should get the pontoons pressure checked for leaks, then properly repaired, to be on the safe side and to continue to use your boat for years to come.

Safe Boating
Ron