In addition I have zero help on this. My only other idea wolould be to take it to a shop and have them remove and hold the engine and drive until I get the transom rebuilt. But not sure what kind of $$$ I'm looking at there.
Well today I got in deeper and found that the transom is also rotted, as you predicted. Looking at a whole different scenario now. With the prospect of having to remove the engine and drive unit, which I don't have any space or method for doing so, I'm not sure how much further into the rehab I...
The transom appears to actually be in good condition. Started pulling out some of the rotted stringers and after reading some other forums threads some mentioned needing a cradle while others said they did it on the trailer. I understand the need for the cradle so that the hill doesn't warp and...
First time ever restoring anything boat related. Floor was rotting in two area so decided to pull it up. Once I got a section up it appears at least one string has serious rot. The empty space between was filled with some kind of hard foam.
I’m guessing the left side of the boat has the same rot...