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Old 09-02-2008
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bristol ballast?

Been looking at a couple of Bristols, realy like them and ready to close the deal on one.

Problem is that while researching I've run into a quite a few stories about the ballast not always being lead. What's the best way to tell?
I've read of looking in the hatch above the keel, but what am I looking for?

I've been looking at several boats over the last few months, and personally haven't noticed any difference when looking in the hatch (looked at various 22, 24, and 26 foot bristol boats) were there certain years where the ballast was more likely to be something other than lead?

Thanks
Ken.



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