Re: 18' 76 Monark Project
Well...after some time, and a few choice words, we finally launched and it floated!! :)
Now the boys want something bigger...ughh!!
Re: 18' 76 Monark Project
HA!!!! Almost met my self imposed deadline. Just need to get a few little accessories, but it is ready for the water. Heck, I even had someone offer me triple what I have into it, so that makes me feel better.
Bring on the summer and fall!! woot!!!
Re: 18' 76 Monark Project
getting closer to actually meeting my self-imposed deadline. Outside is done (minus some touchups) and got a good jump on the inside today.
Re: 18' 76 Monark Project
well, got it off the trailer and flipped over to work on the bottom. Wasn't as bad as I figured and got the leak sealed. Also got it sanded, primed and painted. Reminds me, I need to bring beer to the fellas who flipped it for me. Oh to be young again.
Re: 18' 76 Monark Project
well, I got the old transom out, wasn't much left to even rethink about keeping it. I think I should let the previous fella know that adding more holes into a boat really isn't a good idea. Also got the inside washed out and leak tested. Only one leak (woohoo)...
Re: 18' 76 Monark Project
Well, took another look today and decided a new transom is in order. If you have any suggestions on a floor, fire away. Right now I'm looking at doing flat and simple until the boys are comfortable moving around in it.
I just picked up an 18' aluminum Monark to redo so I can take my boys fishing and duck hunting. The boat needs a little loving and I do plan on putting a floor in it after prime and seal the inside. My question to the forum is, they cut the transom for a short shaft. However, I have just...
