508mitchell
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- Feb 13, 2011
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Hey all,
I'm new to the forum and have grown up around boats but never owned my own until now. I recently came to own an old Mitchell V hull with a 1980's 50 hp Mercury. I've had the engine looked at and my boat mechanic says it's sound. He doesn't like the transom and neither do I. It looks completely rotted out I would like to rebuild it in the upcoming months and was wondering what is the best way of cutting fiberglass? I was thinking of using an angle grinder but I'm wondering what wheels to use. Does anyone have any other ideas of cutting? I'm not looking for a 'Scrap it and keep the engine' response. I got this boat because it's the exacty size and shape I want. I'm out of work until April and really want to make this a spring project. I just need some guidance. Also, anyone know of any good books/videos on rebuilding fiberglass boats? I've attached some pictures to show the boat and the rotted transom. Any responses will help!
I'm new to the forum and have grown up around boats but never owned my own until now. I recently came to own an old Mitchell V hull with a 1980's 50 hp Mercury. I've had the engine looked at and my boat mechanic says it's sound. He doesn't like the transom and neither do I. It looks completely rotted out I would like to rebuild it in the upcoming months and was wondering what is the best way of cutting fiberglass? I was thinking of using an angle grinder but I'm wondering what wheels to use. Does anyone have any other ideas of cutting? I'm not looking for a 'Scrap it and keep the engine' response. I got this boat because it's the exacty size and shape I want. I'm out of work until April and really want to make this a spring project. I just need some guidance. Also, anyone know of any good books/videos on rebuilding fiberglass boats? I've attached some pictures to show the boat and the rotted transom. Any responses will help!
. You'll find a lot of info and you'll get a lot of guidance. Good luck!!!