washington duckhunter
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- Oct 14, 2013
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What other material can I use other than plywood for a transom. anything that wont absorb water.
If you're talking about the "Composite Plastic" stuff you might want to reconsider that. It's NOT structural and will not hold up to the forces placed on it by the outboard. It's been discussed here on the forum and determined to not be a good alternative. Wood transoms, if sealed and maintained properly will last 40+ years and that should be long enough for anyone.I too have an aluminum boat with a piece of wood on the inside of the transom. WHEN it does need replacing, I'm gonna get some of the new decking material available at Lowe's, Home Depot, etc. etc. If needed, and for extra strength, double up the sheets/planks to the required thickness and more than likely never have to worry about replacing the transom wood again.
If you're talking about the "Composite Plastic" stuff you might want to reconsider that. It's NOT structural and will not hold up to the forces placed on it by the outboard. It's been discussed here on the forum and determined to not be a good alternative. Wood transoms, if sealed and maintained properly will last 40+ years and that should be long enough for anyone.