Making a doghouse from scratch? Also wooden trim question...

[ianbword]

So I got myself a 86 Stingray that overall is in pretty decent shape. One of the issues were the plywood on the bottom section of the doghouse is really soft. I could most likely milk it till the end of this years season and either fix it or remake one from scratch. Was wondering what is everyone doing for doghouses that are not in great shape? Was looking for a guide or build process as to what kind of wood to use, is everyone doing poly on it or fiberglass over plywood? Was hoping to make it strong to support the weight of an adult. I dont have a ton of experience with woodworking but my old man does.

I dont have a picture of the engine cover damage but heres a idea of what the doghouse looks like...

Forgive me I dont know the exact names of the interior pieces of the boat yet. But the upholstery is shot on the long side pieces on the port and starboard. How would you guys tackle replacing the side pieces?

 

[tpenfield]

For the dog house, just take it apart and re-produce the pieces, using the old pieces as templates. Take lots of pictures while you take it apart for reference when you put it all back together.

For the side panels, there should be some fasteners on the back side, so you can remove them. They are basically plywood with foam padding and vinyl wrapped over them.

I would seal all the wood with a water seal or resin before you put things back together.

 

[Woodonglass]

Lots of info on upholstering your side panels here on the forum. Doghouse is simple so just use the old one as a pattern. Pad and UPholster just like the side panels.

 

[Scott Danforth]

the mold on the inside means the boat had a lot of moisture on the inside. the wood is most likely rotten inside all the panels.

at best, you can carefully re-use the existing vinyl and re-staple onto new wood (use stainless staples if in fresh water and monel staples in salt)

 

[ianbword]

the mold on the inside means the boat had a lot of moisture on the inside. the wood is most likely rotten inside all the panels.

at best, you can carefully re-use the existing vinyl and re-staple onto new wood (use stainless staples if in fresh water and monel staples in salt)

Stupid question...the boat was shrunk wrapped the entire time. How would you prevent moisture from getting in the boat and staying there while storing it? Asides from keeping it inside a temperature/humidity controlled garage.

 

[Scott Danforth]

few things that I have done

add weather-tight vents to the shrinkwrap

desiccant bags

a fan