the hole for the pickup is the concerning thing I don't know how close to the transom area I can put it.
--You might have to get creative. You can always go thru the hull.
the floor (sole) was placed on PB in most spots but was put directly on the hull in others?
should I put it back that way?
-- Sounds odd or maybe the prior owner hacked it in. You really don't want to make hard spots. We'll have to work on this. There's always a way!
next question what kind of wood should I use for a 18' stringer?
--Using Waterproof Plywood Panels - the Natural Handyman
http://www.naturalhandyman.com/iip/infwood/infwaterproofplywood.htmlABX, ACX, ADX Plywood- What do the letters mean? The letters that label plywood refer to the grade and type of glue that is used. Grades A, B, C, and D are ...
Then there are others but cost much more. ABX is the preferred. There are tons of discussion on the woods here on the forum. Probably end up using butt joints.
Also has any one used one of the economy gelcote guns to spray poly resin?
I am thinking of trying to spray the under side of the floor with resin to seal it?
--Resin by itself has no value unless it is applied with fiberglass.
Note; Work is coming along real well. Always take and note meas. from rip outs, take alot of pics. You'll see later down the road how important they become as you pc. the puzzle back together.
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