Leak around engine room air intake

[ropes]

My 3000 Express had several leaks inside that were easy fixes but there was still water coming in during heavy rains. I noticed water dripping down the inside of the hull from around the air intake vent. I removed the vent to find the caulking was failing and also the layer between the fiberglass layers was all wet and punky. I have removed as much of the soft material as I could. It is a wodd fiber then there is a thinner layer of green foam a bit lower. Where will the water go? I think the middle layer further down in the hull is a different composition that seems more resistant to water damage. What is the best way to repair this area?

[MarkT]

Chris, my first question is how do you fit in some of these places?. I know my boat is tight as can be. I have re-sealed my vents but since you have yours out I would remove the soft material and fill the void with West System Six10 epoxy. It is fantastic stuff. It comes in a tube for a caulking gun and is mixed in the nozzle. I have used it before when I took out my shaft logs and installed fiberglass logs.. Shoot it in, smooth the edges so the vent fits back in and let it dry. Check it out online.

[ropes]

With some difficulty and soreness after. Advil!!! I know there are some really tight spots. So what is the best way to dry out the area? Should I drill holes on the inside or just let it sit open for a while?