My first boat project.

Lukiebs · Mar 3, 2009

Hi all
Just starting a tread on my first project boat. Some back round. I live in australia and I am 25year old. Cant wait to get stuck in. Have stripped the boat of most fitting (forgot to take photos before I did this). The boat is a 5.5meter or 18ft. Here are some pics of the boat as it stands.

Lukiebs · Mar 3, 2009

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First off is taking the cap off and getting started on taking the floor out. The transom needs to be replaced but the stringers are in perfect shape. Want to build the floor up to put the fuel tank under and some storage. Also will build a center console with a t-top. Will get cracking the weekend.

cbavier · Mar 3, 2009

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Looks good so far and like you are well on your way. keep us posted.

jcsercsa · Mar 3, 2009

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Hay there , Welcome !!!

Yep sure does look like your well on your way , keep them pics comming !!! John

tashasdaddy · Mar 3, 2009

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that's one is easy, i see no need to pull the cap unless the transom needs to be replaced. he does not say if anything is rotten.

cbavier · Mar 3, 2009

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TD That is what I thought about the transom too. I just assumed he knew it was.

Lukiebs · Mar 3, 2009

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the transom is rotten in one patch where the live tank fittings are. So I like to do jobs right and will be replacing the whole thing rather then a section.
Had a look under the floor and the stringer are solid. Also no foam in this one and only small factory stingers.

seaman campbell · Mar 3, 2009

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That's a really cool looking boat. Good Luck on your project and welcome to iboats.

TC

Mark42 · Mar 3, 2009

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Nice lines on that hull. I bet it tracks well and cuts the chop with minimal spray.

What are you doing for the CC? Building your own, buying new or used?

Lukiebs · Mar 3, 2009

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I will build my own CC cause I am a cabinetmaker/carpenter by trade so have all the tools and can get all the ply on my accounts. Will be buying the t-top through. Have some good off the shelf items here in Australia. It had a 1978johnson 115 on the back and drive really well in the water. Will be chasing a newer motor soon. But i'll get the boat to what I want first.

Lukiebs · Mar 3, 2009

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Here is a pic of the transom inside.

ezmobee · Mar 4, 2009

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If you're really handy there is a thread on here about a home-made T-top that came out awesome! Also the 115 Johnny is a great motor so I wouldn't replace it just to get something newer unless there's something major wrong with it. Parts are still readily available.

Mark_VTfisherman · Mar 4, 2009

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Nice boat- lot's of open space. I like it.

Good luck with your project!

My first boat project.

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