Awl Grip, console, aft deckplate question

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Greetings,
This is a tremondous web site. Thanks for the great work. I have a 23'3" 73 cc that had the transom "replaced" last winter. The Awl grip has bubbled and chipped on one of the seams where the new transom connects. This indcates (to me) that there is water in the transom trying to find its way out. Does anyone agree with this assessment and if so any recomended solutions? How do you patch Awl grip?

Also does anyone know where I can get a windshield for my original console?

Finally, what is the best method for keeping the aft deckplate watertight and still accessable? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Best regards,
Captain Dwight [image]http://www.capecodflyfisherman.com/ClassicSeaCraft.html[/image]