[dennisvetter]

I own a 1970 C&C 30' Redwing. On a recent cruise we had quite a bit of water in the V-berth after beating into some pretty good sized waves. I've been able, thus far, to isolate it to EITHER the hull/deck seam OR the bolts which hold the teak toerail on. My next step is to remove the toe rail, seal up the bolt holes, and try my high-pressure water test again. If it leaks, it's most likely the hull/deck seam (I can't imagine what else it would be). If it doesn't, it's (yipee) only the toerail bolts.
Two questions:
1) Is this the best way to isolate the point of infiltration?
2) If it's the hull/deck seam, I'm a bit leery of removing the rub rail. Does anyone have any knowledge of how this is fastened and if I'm going to be hosed myself (pun intended) if I pull a section of it away so I can seal the seam?