I won't be getting to the removal of the outboard, console, and controls today. By the way, I am looking for a lower unit for a 95' 40 hp Johnson.
Today, I am gathering thoughts and drawing up some rough plans. As for the products -- I would rather not use wood for the stringers, any suggestions? Would it be possible or would there be a benefit to a grid stringer system? I will likely fill the floor with a two part foam. The floors are pretty shallow so I will likely be running three conduits probably 1 1/2 ".
For the deck I am really leaning towards nidacore. Does anyone have experience with this product? I am going to try and seal the deck completely. I will not be putting any holes in the deck.
Also, I plan on painting with a non skid, suggestions? I am thinking that I can glass the console into place? Anyone done this? There is also the transom to deal with. I will probably use marine ply but maybe there are better products? Here are some quick drawings as to what I plan on doing with the boat. In the end, It will be a flats style center console.
I want an overbuilt boat that will last for decades. I have no intention of replacing this boat. In fact, I have a "thing" for these small old school glass boats -- they make me smile! I want this boat to last for a LONG time. So, any suggestions that you guys have that will improve the longevity -- I'm all ears. Here are some rough drafts of what I am looking to build.
Today, I am gathering thoughts and drawing up some rough plans. As for the products -- I would rather not use wood for the stringers, any suggestions? Would it be possible or would there be a benefit to a grid stringer system? I will likely fill the floor with a two part foam. The floors are pretty shallow so I will likely be running three conduits probably 1 1/2 ".
For the deck I am really leaning towards nidacore. Does anyone have experience with this product? I am going to try and seal the deck completely. I will not be putting any holes in the deck.
Also, I plan on painting with a non skid, suggestions? I am thinking that I can glass the console into place? Anyone done this? There is also the transom to deal with. I will probably use marine ply but maybe there are better products? Here are some quick drawings as to what I plan on doing with the boat. In the end, It will be a flats style center console.
I want an overbuilt boat that will last for decades. I have no intention of replacing this boat. In fact, I have a "thing" for these small old school glass boats -- they make me smile! I want this boat to last for a LONG time. So, any suggestions that you guys have that will improve the longevity -- I'm all ears. Here are some rough drafts of what I am looking to build.
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