Another 1976 23' Inboard Restoration

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Originally Posted by DonV

Sweet, nice looking boat to start with!!!

Suggestion, go with the highest density 3/8" scored divinycell for the recore. If you have specific areas where you will be using screws then maybe some plywood or hardwood there. I am working on my port gunnel right now, the divinycell is nice. I've not skimped on the resin and I'm positive it will never have to be done again!!

Good luck!

no need for wood - the area where fasteners will be located,just remove the core t the inner skin,fill that area with a thickened epoxy - west sytem mixed ith 403 adhesive additive is an excellent choice.after doing this,"machine" screws can be used,versus self tapping "wood" screws,example,you want to use a 1/4 - 20 screw,jut drill the epoxy @3/16",dab of caulking,run the fastener in - it will "thread" the epoxy...

thru bolting and sleeving are the preferred methods for composites...