1987 Sea Sprite 225 SSB transom re build.

[Lwarden]

Re: 1987 Sea Sprite 225 SSB transom re build.

Question about my motor mounts. Before I pulled them out I measured the length, width, and height. I measured the for height by running a straight edge across the top of the boat at the front of the mount and then at the back of the mount. At the front port side mount I got 45" and at the rear I got 45 1/2" on the starboard mount front I got 44 3/4" and the rear I got 45 1/2". so can I assume that as long as my new height is somewhere in the 45-45 1/2" range as close to symmetrical as possible Ill be ok? I'm thinking this is why they put adjustable motor mounts on these engines? In the pic marked with BLUE and I think I figured out what the piece marked in RED is for? even though it wasn't fiber glassed completely to the hull there was a small space underneath to allow water flow, anyways I think this piece tied the 2 mounts together to firm them up to avoid torque on either mount maybe? What say you gentlemen?

 

[Lwarden]

Re: 1987 Sea Sprite 225 SSB transom re build.

OK! got the transom laid out, cut and glued, I used PL, I know some guys don't like it but I have lots of time to let it cure. I do have a cpl o questions about the key hole and the gabbard drain hole. Should I cut my key hole before installing the transom or wait till its installed? and should I cut around the gabbard drain hole or just cut it big enough so the drain slips through? I know some guys like the idea of setting it in PB so there's no exposed wood around the hole. Covered in PL with a 3/16" notched trowel. , Cut glued and screwed,

 

[81 Checkmate]

Re: 1987 Sea Sprite 225 SSB transom re build.

Lwarden.............Excellent job so far!

A-little more extensive than mine with the transom work.

Keep up the great work!

 

[Lwarden]

Re: 1987 Sea Sprite 225 SSB transom re build.

Ok! 1 more test fit after the key hole was cut and the edges beveled. got good lamination with the PL glue. Used my belt sander to bevel the edges all around and on both sides. . Now Im just waiting for my 1.5oz CSM and my 1708 Biax to arrive, then Ill lay up a layer of CSM on each side and then glue it in with Poly resin PB.

 

[Woodonglass]

Re: 1987 Sea Sprite 225 SSB transom re build.

IMHO that's and excellent fabrication job on your transom!

 

[Lwarden]

Re: 1987 Sea Sprite 225 SSB transom re build.

IMHO that's and excellent fabrication job on your transom!

Thank you sir! But I must admit, anything is possible when you have a great tutor! Thanks again for the help! I'll be keeping you posted as always on my progress.

 

[Lwarden]

Re: 1987 Sea Sprite 225 SSB transom re build.

OK! getting ready to lay out and cut stringers, once I get them cut should I coat them in resin and let them dry before installing them or just leave em bare wood and coat and layup glass after they're in?

 

[Woodonglass]

Re: 1987 Sea Sprite 225 SSB transom re build.

It's up to you. Either way will work.

 

[Lwarden]

Re: 1987 Sea Sprite 225 SSB transom re build.

Is 1/8" milled fibers just as good 1/4" chopped fibers? for mixing in your PB?

 

[Woodonglass]

Re: 1987 Sea Sprite 225 SSB transom re build.

I would not use the 1/8" milled fibers for fillets and or adhering the transom to the boat. You need the fibers to give structural integrity to the mix along with the cabosil.

 

[Lwarden]

Re: 1987 Sea Sprite 225 SSB transom re build.

OK! stringers cut and coated with resin, scabs made for sistering, new bulk head for back of the fuel tank, and Im ready to glue in the transom. Hopefully will get the transom in tomorrow and pics to follow.

 

[Lwarden]

Re: 1987 Sea Sprite 225 SSB transom re build.

ok! 1st layer of 1.5 oz CSM on the hull to transom side next comes glueing the transom in place. more pics to follow.

 

[Lwarden]

Re: 1987 Sea Sprite 225 SSB transom re build.

AHHHHHHH! the sweet smell of progress! got the transom all glued and clamped. letting her dry a cpl 3 days and we'll go from there. Stringers are all cut and coated.

 

[GT1000000]

Re: 1987 Sea Sprite 225 SSB transom re build.

Nice job on installing and clamping!
Definitely a sweet smell of progress...

 

[White90GT]

Re: 1987 Sea Sprite 225 SSB transom re build.

Very nice work. Looks like you've progressed rather quickly on it. I'd like to see more pics of the boat and cabin, just because I like looking at pics of the larger boats wishing I could afford one LOL.

 

[Lwarden]

Re: 1987 Sea Sprite 225 SSB transom re build.

White90GT here ya go! Library Slideshow by lcwarden61 | Photobucket

 

[saginawbayboater]

Re: 1987 Sea Sprite 225 SSB transom re build.

Looking good neighbor! Nice Transom!

 

[Lwarden]

Re: 1987 Sea Sprite 225 SSB transom re build.

ok! just ordered my material list from Fiberglass supplies and these guys saved me $456.00 over my local supplier. heres my material list.
20 yds 1708 biaxial
30 yds 1.5oz CSM
4 gals cabosil
2 gals 1/4" chopped fiber
5 gals Poly resin w/hardener
2-3" x 1/2" aluminum bubble rollers
Total w/ shipping $542.00
anyone have questions let me know. These guys at Fiberglass supplies are awesome!

 

[Lwarden]

Re: 1987 Sea Sprite 225 SSB transom re build.

Everything should be here by Thurs so this weekend its Game On Baby!

 

[Lwarden]

Re: 1987 Sea Sprite 225 SSB transom re build.

Can anyone tell me if I can bed my motor mounts directly to the hull or do I still need that 1/8"- 1/4" gap underneith for padding? Not sure yet if Im using PB or PL.