Cap removal, stern/transom issues!!

[RobertHope]

Having serious issues releasing the stern of the cap from the transom!! Have removed all of the screws/rivets/drain plug liners and a whole bunch of rock solid resin but it still wont budge!! Worried about damaging the fiberglass/gel coat. any ideas or advice would be a huge relief!! Its a 15' 1973 Formula Thunderbird T-150, I posted an earlier thread with photos and stuff but can happily upload them again if it helps! Many thanks and look forward to hearing your suggestions!

 

[Woodonglass]

Re: Cap removal, stern/transom issues!!

You should keep all of your posts in one thread so we can keep track of what you're doing with the pics and everything. Did you remove the splashwell draintube??

 

[RobertHope]

Re: Cap removal, stern/transom issues!!

Hey, sorry, still getting used to the website! All a little confusing, do I just reply under the original thread? Otherwise, yes everything has been removed, I'm almost certain its just the adhesive! Wondering if there was a good tool or technique to pry it apart, is it always this strong? Hoping its a good sign regarding the condition of the transom! Thanks for getting back so quickly though, wasn't able to get to it today but will be posting more pics asap

 

[Woodonglass]

Re: Cap removal, stern/transom issues!!

Some mfgs do use a lot of resin at the cap at the transom only method is to use a sawzall or multitool and cut it free

 

[RobertHope]

Re: Cap removal, stern/transom issues!!

Sounds good, Will get stuck in tomorrow and keep everything updated with pics, many thanks for the advice so far!