Restoring a Thompson 240

[cimy3]

Hello. I am considering buying (very cheaply) a Thompson 24' Fishing Boat that has some floor and transome rot. <br /><br />Has anyone tackled a project like this. I am in the auto body industry, but never tried restoring a boat. I am assuming worse scenario...replacement of stringers and transome.<br /><br />Let me know your thoughts...thanks!

 

[Bondo]

Re: Restoring a Thompson 240

Go For It,.......<br /><br />At the Top of every page here there's a Big Red Search Button,...........<br />Click it,+ Type in,......<br />"replacement of stringers and transom"..........Or something like that......<br />You'll be reading for Days..........<br /><br />JasonJ has a well photoed rebuild of His boat,.......<br /><br />It would be a Big Plus if it Doesn't have OMC power.............<br /><br />Good Luck.........

 

[cimy3]

Re: Restoring a Thompson 240

Yes, I have read for hours...just wondering if anyone has attempted this on a Thompson 240 Hardtop. If so, any advice?

 

[JasonJ]

Re: Restoring a Thompson 240

Its pretty much all the same. A boat is a boat, the suffering and pain is similar in all regards. you just have to dive in and get dirty, ask lots of questions, and post lots of pics.<br /><br />The only thing I will ask is if it is a fiberglass or a wooden boat. Woodies present a whole different set of challenges, wheras 'glass boats are really quite easy to deal with, just have to put forth the elbow grease. <br /><br />The best advice I can give is to decide how the boat will be used, do a lot of planning and research, and take your time. You can waste a lot of money and time changing your mind halfway through the project. Good luck...

 

[cimy3]

Re: Restoring a Thompson 240

Thanks for the tips...it is a Fiberglass boat. I let you know of my decision. Thanks to all!