how to reinforce hull and correct a slight hook?

[lime4x4]

New day new problem. Found that the bottom of my hull has a slight hook to it? I guess that's what u call it. The transom is slightly lower then the bottom of the hull. I know what caused it. I have a roller trailer and right were the rollers sit there isn't any support just fiberglass. I've enclosed pictures of how the boat sits on the trailer along with some pics of the bare inner hull. Moving the rollers isn't an option. I need the rollers where there are for towing and launching and retreiving the boat. The hook isn't real bad maybe 1/2 inch at it's biggest. within 2 feet from the transom edge forward.

 

[Bondo]

Re: how to reinforce hull and correct a slight hook?

The hook isn't real bad maybe 1/2 inch at it's biggest. within 2 feet from the transom edge forward.

Ayuh,... I'd call them a Dent, or Divit,...Which I'd just Fill with epoxy peanutbutter, on the outside...

What does the hull look like with a Long straightedge held to the keel line ,..??
If you have a 1/2" in 4' or more, getting the bow Up will be about Impossible...
If those Dents are only localized, I'd just Fill 'em...

 

[lime4x4]

Re: how to reinforce hull and correct a slight hook?

I'll check the keel. My 1/2" is right past the transom.From there it goes to nothing in 2 feet. I'll recheck with a longer straight edge

 

[Bondo]

Re: how to reinforce hull and correct a slight hook?

Ayuh,... Is it a huge cavity with 4 smaller cavities within,..??

I probably misspoke with Keel line,...
Hull Planing Surface might explain my thoughts better...

Sounds like you need a Different Wagon.....Something with Bunks...

 

[jonesg]

Re: how to reinforce hull and correct a slight hook?

A heatgun should soften the glass enough to take the dents out, but yeh bunks are the way to go, use the new teflon slide pads on the wooden bunks.