Transom replacement full vs partial
03-18-2014 | 11:33 PM
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lol . . . just kiddin
03-19-2014 | 11:39 AM
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I dont ever cut/drill the hole till its completely done. It is very very important that you use a bushed guide so they are straight if not installing can be a pain. I use a Merc factory jig.
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03-19-2014 | 12:58 PM
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Ramos,
Yeah I need to ask Shane if he has a merc jig as my holes are still there on the outside but fairly full of corebond. I won't free hand it, and I don't like the idea of using a harbor freight drill jig like some do online. Borrowing a jig will probably be highly unlikely though, so we will see.
Yeah I need to ask Shane if he has a merc jig as my holes are still there on the outside but fairly full of corebond. I won't free hand it, and I don't like the idea of using a harbor freight drill jig like some do online. Borrowing a jig will probably be highly unlikely though, so we will see.
03-19-2014 | 03:37 PM
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I hear you all. I have a shop near that I may be able to rent the merc jig from but I don't see the problem with using the Harbor Freight or Home Depot drill jig to keep you perpendicular to the transom.
03-19-2014 | 08:48 PM
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Looks good. A member on here loaned me his jig when I did mine. No way would I attempt it without one. Too easy to put the holes in off kilter. The drill jig does use oversized drill sizes IMO for the studs. When done, my assembly could move slightly within the holes, even after I sealed up the drilled holes. I put some sleeves over the studs to close up the excess clearance for a movement free TA.
If all else fails, the jig is fairly reasonable to purchase. And they seem to sell fast
If all else fails, the jig is fairly reasonable to purchase. And they seem to sell fast
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03-20-2014 | 11:51 AM
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Thanks! Yeah I'm really happy with the way it turned out. Again, Glassdave has given me some great pointers along with my father who use to build quite a few unlimited hydroplanes. To be fair, I have worked with fiberglass a little building stereo enclosures, but nothing pertaining to boats. I love learning new things/techniques and getting my hands dirty, so this has been a great overall experience(minus the sanding!).
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