72 20ft started part II

[skipjake04]

the 'copy-catting" continues, thanks again to all for the great information and pictures to follow.
couple of questions.
1. can I use 1/2 inch plywood for the deck some have used it and other not. Is it a matter of opinion.
2. I am obviously raising the deck and am going to attach to existing gunnels. If they are supported and glassed in do I need to worry about flex? could I back fill with foam? Here is where I am at now. Weather has been wet so I couldn't start on transom. Hopefully tomorrow

[Islandtrader]

1. can I use 1/2 inch plywood for the deck some have used it and other not. Is it a matter of opinion.

This is just fact...My 21 had 1/2 inch ply,and was still good after 40 years. In replacing the floor, I will go with 1/2 inch. (The reason I am replacing the floor is that the non skid from the factory was so shot it was easier to remove than fix)

[skipjake04]

that's mine also. I was going to try and reuse the original floor and I guess it could be salvaged, but I don't want to still be working on it in four months.
Thanks

[skipjake04]

transom finally cut


test fit. It worked the first time can't believe it.


my helper and side shot of "new" console

[strick]

I am obviously raising the deck and am going to attach to existing gunnels. If they are supported and glassed in do I need to worry about flex? could I back fill with foam?

1/2 inch is fine just glass the top and bottom and it will last as long as you are alive to use it. If you are thinking of your kids grand kids down the road then use composite. As far as flex goes..... I would not be too concerned because the original set up was built to flex and you are glassing it together pretty much the same way you took it apart.

strick

[skipjake04]

transom work.

just need to lay inner skin



outside shot

one more shot

[skipjake04]

Ok experts, where did the fuel or "storage" tank go on your boats. I think I have the correct dimensions for a 50 gallon tank, but did everyone just put it in the center of the boat. I am getting to that point and just curious, not trying to turn this into rocket science but want to make it right.


Did any one move the console from the original location.

[billythekid]

Skipjake I moved my console further back and the tank further forward to give a better balance of the boat. I can measure for you tommorrow if you want. The reason I moved the console back was I am putting a big livewell infront also I do most of my fishing from the bow and sides.

[skipjake04]

thanks that would be very helpful. Your boat is looking unbelievable btw. Awesome work.

[skipjake04]

here is where we are today. getting a little closer. going to put storage/fish box under deck where the original was taht was cut out




been slow going, hard to stay focused but getting back in.