1986 Lund Rebel Storage Modification

[rjehmiller]

I have a 1986 Lund Rebel 16.5' with the following for storage:
Rod Lock Box.

There are two compartments in the back of the boat on each side. Each compartment is screwed down and filled with expanding foam. I would like to make these compartments into storage compartments.

1. What purpose does the foam serve in these compartments?
2. Can I rip this foam out and make these compartments into storage compartments without compromising the integrity of the boat.

I would also like to make the rod lock box into a fully enclosed rod box and put storage under the casting platform in the front of the boat.


Please let me know what you think.

 

[Rancherlee]

Re: 1986 Lund Rebel Storage Modification

The main reason the foam is there in a Lund is to keep you floating if you rip a hole in the hull. Nothing really structural about it. My 16' Mr.Pike has foam in every nook and cranny where it wouldn't help with strength at all.