I don’t know how to remove the parts of the original rivets stuck inside the ribs. I am afraid that they will work loose and fall down to the bottom where they will get stuck in the drain holes like so many kidney stones.
Yeah, but it doesn’t add anything structurally, and if you only have one compartment, it only takes one hole to take you down. Glass boats were designed with multiple sealed compartments.
I put it in the water today and inspected every rivet and seam for leaks and was thrilled to find none. I feel confident about installing the new deck and foam now. The previous owner had just re-riveted the entire bottom wherever needed. Then it sat for twenty years.
I’m leaning towards pour foam under the deck, leaving the channel for drainage. I’m looking for increasing structural strength and reducing noise. Thoughts?
I’m going through the electrical now. Most things work. Getting nothing at the starter. I think I’ll try a new ignition switch, the old one is suspect.
