Time for a New Transom(Any shops in SWFL?)

[FossilMan]

Originally Posted by Caymanboy

Isn't Boat Haus over there?

Rob was in the shop the other day. He's Mr. Realtor now

[FossilMan]

Originally Posted by Max_Florida

I just got a quote from a respected place here in Fort Myers for $3600 - they said it would take around 40 hours of labor(going from the outside).

I called the guy MikeM recommended and I'm going to go see him tomorrow. He said he typically goes from the inside. We talked about some other projects he did, and he sounded like he took pride in his work and really cared about building something that was going to last. I'll see what his plan is for the transom rebuild when I meet with him.

My understanding of the requirements of a good transom job, based on what I've read in other threads and this one, is:

All old core material removed
Good quality materials used(core & resin)
1/4" thickness on the fiberglass inside & out(I'll ask for a specific schedule)
Core material & old fiberglass compressed(clamps and/or bolts/screws) when adhering them together

Anything else?

It's funny - I've spent hundreds of hours working on my boat. 12+ gallons worth of epoxy work(bow cap, deck, step down, etc.) and I have feel like the more I learn the more I realize that I don't know, haha.

I could recommend Chris Hunter -- West Coast Fiberglass. He's in Englewood. Nice, honest and knowledgeable. He'll be doing the work on mine. 561 236 6339.

[Caymanboy]

Originally Posted by FossilMan

Rob was in the shop the other day. He's Mr. Realtor now

I thought he was back into boats?

[FossilMan]

Originally Posted by Caymanboy

I thought he was back into boats?

He's at Sara Bay Real Estate now. He seems quite happy not being in the itch anymore. His main guy (Bill?) is still doing fiberglass work, though.

[Max_Florida]

I am really kicking myself for not re-doing the transom when I repowered in the fall. I bought a brand new 115 Optimax Pro XS.

Mercury dealer says $1600 to extend it to 25" and still keep the remainder of the 5 year warranty it came with. (alternative would be to find a way to extend it cheaper and risk voiding the warranty)

Trading up to a 25" 125HP(the 115 Pro XS doesn't come in 25" length) would cost $2700.

I am debating whether or not to raise the transom 5". I know it's a safety issue, but to date I haven't had any real issues with water coming over the cut-out. (We don't back down fish because we really only spearfish)

I guess I'm wondering what your guys' thoughts are. Is it worth it to spend an extra $1600+ to have a 25" transom?

[Caymanboy]

Does the transom need to be done? Regardless of height----.

[Max_Florida]

Yes, I would say so. As I stated in my original post - a lot of wet peatmoss coming out of holes and water weeping out. There are also stress cracks on the inside of the splashwell.

Currently, there isn't really any flex when I try to bounce the motor - BUT - I do not want to let it get that bad/ risk it. We spearfish and hopefully will be running it hard this summer, so I would rather put it out of commission now(before Grouper opens).

[Caymanboy]

So besides the cost of the transom, you have the extension. Hmmmmmmm.
In the long run, you are better off with a 25" transom, besides safety, resale, etc.
I guess what I am saying is, If you did the transom, do it 25".

[Crittg]

I have the same thing going on with my 1977 20CC
She flipped over at the dock this past weekend and it might be time to get the transom redone before I invest in another 150. Old motor Yamaha 150 2 stroke
Has anyone put a 150 yamaha 4 stroke on one of the Potter's with the scupplers in the floor. I was wondering if she would sit to low in the water.
I am in SC and will need someone to do the work for me

[Caymanboy]

Originally Posted by Crittg

I have the same thing going on with my 1977 20CC
She flipped over at the dock this past weekend and it might be time to get the transom redone before I invest in another 150. Old motor Yamaha 150 2 stroke
Has anyone put a 150 yamaha 4 stroke on one of the Potter's with the scupplers in the floor. I was wondering if she would sit to low in the water.
I am in SC and will need someone to do the work for me

I have, she will sit low.