In general, about what year did boat manufacturers of small fiberglass boats (say < 28 feet) start using composite material in place of wood for transoms, stringers, thwart beams, and other structural components?
I am currently restoring a 25 year old boat. After seeing what is inside the transom and under the floor (very little, it is all rotted away!), my next boat will have a requirement of "no wood, please".
There are a gazilian 20-30 year old boats for sale out there that seem to be a great deal. I suspect most are not! Buyer beware, big time!
I am currently restoring a 25 year old boat. After seeing what is inside the transom and under the floor (very little, it is all rotted away!), my next boat will have a requirement of "no wood, please".
There are a gazilian 20-30 year old boats for sale out there that seem to be a great deal. I suspect most are not! Buyer beware, big time!