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As to planing/not planing, it's pretty obvious to me when it's on step. Just takes what seems a lot of effort to get there for a flat bottom boat. Also throws a good bit more wake than I would have anticipated. Like it's packing a heavy load. What are these 22 footers supposed to weigh?

As to checking with moisture meters, are you all referring to checking the fiberglass for moisture? Rarely get a long enough dry spell to do that and I currently do not have dry storage. But if I could, would I be checking the bottom gel coat with a moisture meter ? Remove paint first?

It says "Hunky Dory" on the side of the house, where later models say "C-Dory". Don't have any pictures right now. I was told the boats were originally called Hunky Dory until another company with the same name (they sold boat plans) protested.

Thanks to everyone so far for your replies. I won't be back home for a couple months so I can't go looking for stress cracks anytime soon. My guess is that it will have to be cut open and rebuilt.... Perhaps not worth with the effort? Any "How To" sites, blogs or pages on this subject...

Engine runs fine. I'm assuming do now that the prop is correct. What I'm more curious about is the concave bottom and whether it's flexing and/or waterlogged. Any histories of this? Did the design change at all when they changed from Hunky Dory to C-Dory?

Hi All, Just acquired a 22' C-Dory. Says Hunky Dory on it so I guess it's an early one. Looks like it's been stored outside, uncovered in S E AK for most of its life. I'm looking for advice on any and problem areas to investigate and prioritize. Looks to me like the bottom might be a bit...