Re: 14ft Arkansas Traveler
I used Dupli-Color Self Etching Primer. You can get it at Wal-Mart, or Auto Zone. I did use aircraft stripper on a lot of the exterior of the boat. If your boat was welded, you should be okay. If not...do not get the stripper near areas that are just riveted, as that will cause leaks I've heard.
Your boat looks great already. I think it is in much better shape than mine was. I cannot wait to see it when you are finished with it. I used red lettering for the registration numbers, and it looks pretty good so far. I am almost ready to put the boat seats in. I believe these were very well made boats, and I am lucky to have this one. As far as the emblems, you can have them made up at a sign shop...I considered doing that myself...but money is preventing me from getting one made right now. I probably put more INTO the boat money wise, than I could ever sell it for. I won't be selling it...but you will see what I mean before long. I think this boat will work out for me, for the rest of my life. (I am 49 now)