'71 Seafari 20 Rebuild

[Locke N Load]

It's been a minute since I updated this thread so I figured I should.

First we have the cuddy insert in. It has been completely recored with 1/2" Carbon-Core honeycomb. Thickened epoxy has been added all around the seam and next step is to add some glass. Those are Coosa supports around the step-in area.


Before that went in though I made a tray out of 3/4" Coosa for the batteries. Dual straps to keep the batteries in place. I may add more support when the time comes. 3" PVC pipe to run the battery cables to the helm area.


Now that I solved the issue of where the batteries can go I could work on the tank placement. It is as far forward as possible. This is the support structure in the tank tomb. My plan is to use 4200 at all the touch points to keep it secure.



I have also been working on removing all the pinstriping and stickers. Half way there. And getting the bottom paint off. Sanding is too slow. Mild chemicals are too slow. Time to step it up and use a mixture of lye I have read works. Unless anyone has any better suggestions. Then it is more structural work on the bulkhead separating the cuddy area from the deck, the helm and then rear seating/tankwell area and finally the deck.