Transom Repair

[Islandtrader]

Is this the boat you were going to have done by the Fourth Of July?...2020

[jorgeinmiami]

Originally Posted by Islandtrader

Is this the boat you were going to have done by the Fourth Of July?...2020

I can neither confirm of deny that....LOL

But it seems like that day has come and gone but it may be picking up some steam.

I was really busy with a house I bought to flip and that tied me up for awhile.

[DonV]

I found the fairing not all that difficult on the transom, oh it was a PITA but nowhere like removing the wood, however with the epoxy fairing I used it sanded easily. Plus....and here's the big one....when you put the engine, dive ladder, trim tabs, etc. back on they will hide any really bad imperfections. After the Signature paint finish was completed I have to point out what I consider imperfections to people.

[WildBill]

Potter Putty Removal= 2"Chisel and 2lb Hammer

[jorgeinmiami]

Originally Posted by WildBill

Potter Putty Removal= 2"Chisel and 2lb Hammer

I am sooooo looking to the experience

Go Gators

[WildBill]

Originally Posted by jorgeinmiami

I am sooooo looking to the experience

Go Gators

Be Careful; you don't want to derail the thread with Gator Bias.

Go Gators

[jorgeinmiami]

Originally Posted by WildBill

Be Careful; you don't want to derail the thread with Gator Bias.

Go Gators

Sorry if they don't understand....LOL

[jorgeinmiami]

Well after some pounding on the potter putty that I accessed thru the side vent I was able to take enough out that I was then able to back the 2 bolts out.....what a pain in the butt.

Although now I am able to get the transom prepped for the new transom....but this weekend we are leaving to Islamorada and we are meeting the future in-laws.

So it's going to be an interesting weekend and the boat ill have to wait AGAIN!!

Now I need recommendations on where to purchase materials local to Miami.

I do plan on going composite on the transom and besides that what else do I need.

Help is appreciated from the Seacraft gurus.

On another note I would like to throw out there an idea I had on the floor.

Currently I have the skin of the floor out and I took out/ grinded the bottom skin along with the gas hatch.

My idea is I would like to use some kind of composite on the floor and in the areas that need strength for the T-Top and console use plywood.

Is this and option that would work?

[FishStretcher]

Rather than plywood for hard spots, why not glass? The deck is only a 1/2" core. It would never rot, and be strong. Just a thought.

[DonV]

Good idea on solid fiberglass! Or if you know exactly where the T-top is going to be mounted how about an aluminum plate. You could use machine screws and tap the aluminum for added strength. I know my Pathfinder has aluminum plate installed from the factory where the trolling motor and T-top would be.