Project Ideas

[mrobertson]

Just for the record i'm not trying to turn a seacraft into a conch.

I'm trying to turn a seacraft into a seacraft more suited to my style of fishing. I would not cut any shearline. The hull would remain the same. Liner removed, stringers raised 2-3 inches, floor glassed to stringers, hull sides cored, floatation twin engine bracket. My power would most likely be 115 4 strokes or 130 - 135 DI 2 strokes (optis or etecs). I would only raise the floor enough to ensure self bailing.

Once i find the right hull for the right price i will make this happen and report my findings. Hopefully it wont be all negative

[Blackfin26]

I think you're on the right track. If I keep my 79 Sceptre that's my plan exactly. I think with the Hermco floatation bracket and raising the floor 2 or 3 inches, twin 150 or 200 etecs would be ideal. The 135-200hp small block etecs are all the same weight. around 425 lbs each. Though the Reg 26 is calling me hard!!