I’ve sounded the stringers in a couple places fore and aft and they seem solid. I will of course take some small core samples to verify prior to redoing the gel coat, but so far it doesn’t look like it’s gone that far. I don’t like doing things twice, so will do my due diligence.
As far as...
Finally getting back to work on the project boat. Picked it up very reasonably knowing what I was getting into. Originally I was thinking I would fix it up and flip it, but considering the rising prices of boats I think I may just keep it.
I got the old transom cut out getting ready for...
Thank you to everyone who took the time to help with your input. I have decided to bite the bullet and paid the $1k for a 1-1/2” thick sheet of Coosa Bluewater 24. I just couldn’t stomach hiding all of that pretty mahogany under the gel coat and it will be a good selling point if I ever sell...
Double layer cold formed boats run the grain in opposite directions in much the same way plywood does. My thought is to run 2 layers of 3/4” planks with the grain opposing directions. Just think two layer high quality 1.5” thick plywood.
I’ve recently purchased a 30’ fiberglass center console that currently has a plywood cored transom that is rotten due to the builder not sealing the penetrations. I bought it as an investment because I got a great deal due to the repairs needed, but it is a dream setup for my needs, so I really...
