RedactedNarrative: Unit 1 was cruising west up the Wappoo Cut when the operator realized that the carpet on the floor was wet. Shortly after, the engine stalled. The operator of Unit 1 discovered that the boat was sinking upon opening the rear compartment. The operator then jumped out of the boat, wearing a life jacket , and was able to reach a dock and call for help approximately an hour later. The vessel was located by Charleston Fire Department in Charleston Harbor the following morning.The packing around the drive shaft failed causing the boat to take on water.