Hello all.
I'm in the process of restoring a '79 Glastron Carlson CVX 16 Deluxe and was wondering if anyone out there had pictures (or knows the layout) of a CVX under restoration that would show the layout/location of the stringers.
The boat is 95% solid - there was only one very small soft spot (4") in the floor that was under the rear bench seat - everything else was rock solid (even the transom). When I got the boat, it did have some water in it so, now I'm questioning if I need to pull the entire floor. I'd hate to go to that extent only to find the stringers in good shape. I'd prefer to cut a 'peep' hole in the floor to poke around but don't know exactly the best place to cut.
Thanks, in advance, for any insight.
I'm in the process of restoring a '79 Glastron Carlson CVX 16 Deluxe and was wondering if anyone out there had pictures (or knows the layout) of a CVX under restoration that would show the layout/location of the stringers.
The boat is 95% solid - there was only one very small soft spot (4") in the floor that was under the rear bench seat - everything else was rock solid (even the transom). When I got the boat, it did have some water in it so, now I'm questioning if I need to pull the entire floor. I'd hate to go to that extent only to find the stringers in good shape. I'd prefer to cut a 'peep' hole in the floor to poke around but don't know exactly the best place to cut.
Thanks, in advance, for any insight.
19 out of 20 people here find rotted stringers under a soft floor. For an older Glastron, that % is probably even higher. Sounds like you can use it as is for a season or two but be prepared for a complete refit