etallen150
Cadet
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- Apr 10, 2014
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Currently undertaking a light resto on a 1990 sea ray 160 with the 3.0l engine. The front motor mount core is wet and starting to rot, previous owner had a power steering issue that leaked into bolt holes rotting out the core.
My question- is there any way to block/crib up the motor to avoid taking it out of the boat? Once the mount is removed from the motor I should have more than enough space to cut the top of the fiberglass shell off of the wooden core.
Currently it appears that the wood core is pine or Douglas fur by the wide grain structure. I have a Chunk of 6/4 white oak that I can size to fit (it will then be sealed in epoxy). Was told that white oak is a good choice for the core because of its density and water resistance compared to soft woods. The mount is roughly 1 1/2" thick x 3 1/2" Wide and 23" long, my guess is it was originally a 2x4.
Once the core is repaired I will reglass it all back in and drill new bolt holes and seal them before installing the front mount.
Any help would greatly appreciated wife is doubting my ability to finish boat in time for the season
My question- is there any way to block/crib up the motor to avoid taking it out of the boat? Once the mount is removed from the motor I should have more than enough space to cut the top of the fiberglass shell off of the wooden core.
Currently it appears that the wood core is pine or Douglas fur by the wide grain structure. I have a Chunk of 6/4 white oak that I can size to fit (it will then be sealed in epoxy). Was told that white oak is a good choice for the core because of its density and water resistance compared to soft woods. The mount is roughly 1 1/2" thick x 3 1/2" Wide and 23" long, my guess is it was originally a 2x4.
Once the core is repaired I will reglass it all back in and drill new bolt holes and seal them before installing the front mount.
Any help would greatly appreciated wife is doubting my ability to finish boat in time for the season