Bulkhead/chainplate area "softness"
Jorge,
Check out all the info on this site regarding bulkhead/chainplate problems with this boat. It is a possible serious issue with serious consequences if not properly addressed. I was able to purchase my boat for low dollars because a boat survey had warned the potential buyer of the problem.
I am working away from home on a different keyboard, and I've "erased" three responses to your thread. Write to me directly and I'll share my experiences, photos, etc.
The key is to have a "knowledgeable" person look at this rot and determine the extent of the problem. Several means of repair are discussed on this site, and I opted for replacement of three bulkheads and repair of the fourth. Check under "Mast Step Reinforcement" (which also addresses another issue on E32's) for a couple of pictures of the bulkhead replacement project.
As for stanchion baseplates, I haven't got to that yet, but I have noticed that a few on my boat are missing backing plates, which need to be provided. In addition, with most of the cabinetry removed during the bulkhead replacement, it appears that we can get at the area between the headliner and deck, and may be able to force some epoxy into that area and re-drill.
Well, I haven't erased this one yet, so I'll send it off. Good Luck! ... and don't hesitate to email directly for more info. I won't be home for another week (Feb 6).
John B.