88 Capri Restoration (Splashed 08/2022)

[88 Capri (2022 SOTY)]

Stern is redone. Finally can move forward.... looks so much better!

 

[88 Capri (2022 SOTY)]

A little more progress to report. Everything cut and placed just need to screw together and pb with some tabbing.

 

[kcassells]

R u going to be able to salvage the chair fabrics or redo?

 

[88 Capri (2022 SOTY)]

I'm going to salvage them this year but research after the rebuilding is complete. The front upholstery just needs a good cleaning but no tears. The side panels is good but wood rotted so its falling apart with the rear seating has some cracking as well as the rear cover.
it's not bad for 32 years old but I will definitely redo what needs to be done especially after everything I did she deserves to look decent. How many of these boats are around water worthy. :happy:

 

[kcassells]

Cool! And when you get to it their are alot of guys hear who sew and are learning how to.
One thing at a time says I! Its all progress.

 

[88 Capri (2022 SOTY)]

Very much so I appreciate you asking, would they have patterns or would I have to ship the seats?
in the meantime what would be the best way to preserve them till then?

 

[kcassells]

See If wood gets back to you. He just had some surgery. He'll run the drill with you. Send him a pm
basically you can learn it too.
Calling wog

 

[88 Capri (2022 SOTY)]

Thanks KC!

 

[88 Capri (2022 SOTY)]

Hello everyone I have a question about buoyancy foam. What weight foam do you all most commonly use in your boats?

Thanks,
Jim

 

[kcassells]

2# foam is what you would use. 4# is more for structural.
Here is a good read link;
http://www.*****************/foam.html

[SIZE=+1]2 LB [/SIZE]Density Urethane Foam (U.S. Coast Guard Compliant Marine Foam)
[SIZE=-2]Common Applications: Our 2LB density marine foam is recommended for void filling in nonstructural applications. This product can be poured underneath decks and inside cavities where a lightweight flotation foam is needed to provide buoyancy. This foam has been tested in accordance with U.S. Coast Guard Regulation # 33 CFR 183.114 . This foam is approximately 95-98% closed cell which resists absorbing water, however continuous water submersion can eventually lead to loss of buoyancy over a period of years. ** We recommend the 2LB FOAM strictly for flotation applications. If looking for a liquid foam for sculpting or casting we recommend using at minimum our 3LB or 4LB density.** More questions? [/SIZE][SIZE=-2][Try our Foam FAQ.][/SIZE]
[SIZE=-1]Cat No.[/SIZE]	[SIZE=-1]Kit Size[/SIZE][SIZE=-2](net weight)[/SIZE]	[SIZE=-1]Approx. Coverage[/SIZE]	[SIZE=-1]Price[/SIZE]
[SIZE=-1]FOAM-0204[/SIZE]	[SIZE=-1]4 LB Kit[/SIZE]	[SIZE=-1]2 Cubic Feet[/SIZE]	[SIZE=-1]$22.50[/SIZE]
[SIZE=-1]FOAM-0216[/SIZE]	[SIZE=-1]16 LB Kit[/SIZE]	[SIZE=-1]8 Cubic Feet[/SIZE]	[SIZE=-1]$67.00[/SIZE]
[SIZE=-1]FOAM-0280[/SIZE]	[SIZE=-1]80 LB Kit[/SIZE]	[SIZE=-1]40 Cubic Feet[/SIZE]	[SIZE=-1]$264.00[/SIZE]
[SIZE=-1]5 or more kits of the FOAM-0280[/SIZE]	[SIZE=-1]$252.00 / Kit[/SIZE]
[SIZE=-2]Drum Pricing (Kit Size 1033 LBS) Coverage: approx. 500 cubic feet[/SIZE]	[SIZE=-2]Call for current price[/SIZE]
[SIZE=-2]Product Information: Free Rise Density: 2.0 lbs per cubic ft. Expansion Rate: Approx. 25-30x Liquid Volume Buoyancy (flotation): 60 LBs per Cubic Ft.[/SIZE]	[SIZE=-2]*Physical Properties: Parallel Compressive Strength: 40 psi Tensile Strength: 30 psi Shear Strength: 30 psi Flexural Strength: 50 psi[/SIZE]

 

[JASinIL2006]

This is the last of the major redo grinding god I hate this as much as sanding spackle!

I don't know how many times I said that during my resto... :lol::lol: I feel your pain!

 

[88 Capri (2022 SOTY)]

Well JASin I'm eating my words lol :mad2: not happy lol still have to grind the hull smooth ugh....
After my reply I realized I kept looking at what was done not what was left! Optimistic I don't know lol

 

[JASinIL2006]

You’ll get there!

 

[88 Capri (2022 SOTY)]

I'm working on it! Gotta bite the bullet and get dirty!

 

[88 Capri (2022 SOTY)]

major grinding done in the stern now finishing the last od the rear seat pieces.

 

[88 Capri (2022 SOTY)]

Baby steps lol

 

[88 Capri (2022 SOTY)]

Question for you boat builders, after pb on the rear seating area do i need to tab everything with 1708?
I forgot to mention it is also secured together with SS screws.

 

[88 Capri (2022 SOTY)]

Well one side secured with pb. Finish making other side tomorrow.

 

[Chris51280]

yes, you want to tab the wood to the hull structure. PB helps but is more of a filler

 

[88 Capri (2022 SOTY)]

Thanks Chris.
I figured but just wanted to double check because of how secure it is now. Just getting anxious to get the motor back in and apply the gelcoat.