18SF rebuild

[strick]

We wanted to go ahead and drill thru the transom so we can fiberglass some 1/4" solid fiberglass panel on the inside of the transom where the bolts will be. I am hoping this will help spread the compression out from the head of the bolts when we mount it permanently. It will act like a backer plate.

Another option would be some ss square washers say 1/4 inch thick and 3 inches square. That would probably be stronger then the fiberglass panel.

I am going to use awlgrip paint on the outside of the hull, bracket, console, and top deck. I was wondering.....would I be better to use awlgrip paint and nonskid on the floor or should I use gelcoat on the floor. I am thinking of going with Aqua Mist color. I was wondering if anyone has used this color and if they have any pics of it on a boat.

Since you are already using Awlgrip I would just use that for the nonskid...it's tough stuff. Get a color that hides stains.... Awlgrip is easier to work with then gel coats.

Boat with aquamist color: http://www.classicseacraft.com/forum...=&fpart=1&vc=1

strick