My Flat Deck transom replacement and paint project
02-28-2015 | 08:53 PM
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Here is a update. Stringers were shot so replaced all of them and added two more. Also changed the layout of them so the water was able to drain better. There was so many patches to be made to the transom we decided to cut the entire thing out. All the glass work and paint is finished and getting everything together to re-rig it.
03-01-2015 | 07:09 AM
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Here is a update. Stringers were shot so replaced all of them and added two more. Also changed the layout of them so the water was able to drain better. There was so many patches to be made to the transom we decided to cut the entire thing out. All the glass work and paint is finished and getting everything together to re-rig it.
03-01-2015 | 07:56 PM
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From: Sandown, NH - Sebago Lake Region, ME
Here is a update. Stringers were shot so replaced all of them and added two more. Also changed the layout of them so the water was able to drain better. There was so many patches to be made to the transom we decided to cut the entire thing out. All the glass work and paint is finished and getting everything together to re-rig it.
Everything I have read about transom replacements has said never remove the outer glass/gel without the wood inside as you lose the structural position and stability of the sidewalls and hull. Did your glass guy do anything to brace everything so it stays in position? As I embark on a transom replacement I am always thinking of how much easier this replacement would be if done from the outside. I am willing to take a few extra steps to brace the inside if that would make it possible Just wondering if your glass guy had any insight?
Thanks
Jim
03-01-2015 | 08:22 PM
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From: homer glen il
I am it is at (Jim Watson) Ozark speed and marine down in the Ozarks in his shop. I cant wait to see yours in the water with the new paint. I aways like the colors of your's and mark's boats.
03-01-2015 | 08:45 PM
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Jim. I am not even close to a glass guy. What happened was I removed the inside glass and the rotted wood. Then it was taken to the glass shop, That's when it was decided to cut the transom out due to the amount of repairs that had to be done to the outside. When the back was cut out they left about an 1-1/2 all the way around. That's what kept the sides, top, and bottom true. Then the boat and the transom were ground to a 45. After that the inside has multiple layers of glass as well as a couple on the outside. Hope this helps. I can get more specific info if need be.
