Tony G The scuppers as I call them? are the same as the ones posted in the pics of "sirocco" in "gallery". As to the plug in the bottom of the keel.....I felt the same as you , but then remembered that literally ALL power boats have one. I have heard of sinkings by forgetting to put the plug in , but not from plug failure. Even so , I will epoxy around it to ensure it will NOT come out and will install with plumbers tape for a water tight seal. After I got used to the idea .... I now think it worth while as no water can collect in the bilge in my absence while in storage. #50