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  1. tpenfield

    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    Weep holes installed . . . before I forget to do them. :unsure: . I got some special tungsten carbide hole saws to drill through the bottom of the stringers. 6 holes total so as not to trap any water.
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    Thanks for the lead-in . . . 168 lbs as it is now. . . . My calculations are 186 +/- lbs. more to go (354 lbs.), then there is the stuff that goes on/around the inside of the transom (50-75 lbs). So, it is pretty much on track.
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    It would tell me to add helium balloons to the inside. :LOL:
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    More gusset cores . . . . . . . . 26 gussets in total (on the inside). There will be a couple more on the outside. Next steps are to glass all these things in. The gussets are intended to support (stiffen) the flange area around the structural members, as that is where most of the bolts...
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    I think that someone who runs only in fresh water may be hesitant, but for those who run I/O boats in salt water, not so much. For the inquiries I've gotten, CATs and salt have not been a main topic of discussion.
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    Also, I've seen a fair amount of 'traffic' on FB Marketplace regarding the sale of the Mercruisers. Thousands of views and about a dozen nibbles, but no hard bites. I think the engines will be with me until spring time, but probably a better time of year to sell as a re-power.
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    Good answer (y)
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    In other news . . . I have been washing my 'work' clothes often as they get dusty and itchy almost on a daily basis as I work on the extension pod. so, far I have inadvertently washed my wallet twice. :rolleyes: I never knew how easy it is to launder money until I started doing it. :ROFLMAO:
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    @Scott Danforth may have to sensor himself :ROFLMAO:
  10. tpenfield

    Can I buy a trailer online?

    Since I am Ted . . . I'd say make sure the person/company that you are buying from is legitimate and not the type of scam that just takes your money. According to Google . . . "Online trailer sales scams are common, primarily on platforms like Facebook Marketplace and Craigslist. Scammers...
  11. tpenfield

    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    Everything should be more than a wee bit strong. :ROFLMAO:
  12. tpenfield

    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    Quick Update . . . Structural finer points. One of the concerns I had about the structural design was a fairly long run of the secondary 'stringers' (about 42") vs. their width (~ 0.75"). These stringers (perhaps more like girders) are in line with the engine mount locations, so they will have...
  13. tpenfield

    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    My 'target' weight is 400 lbs. for the extension pod. I think I'll be about that.
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    Ribs, Gussets and Lateral Supports . . . so as to get back on topic. :LOL: It has been slow going, but I am getting my arms around the details of the internal structure of the extension pod. As I proceed, it is occurring to me that maybe I over-designed this a 'wee bit', but who knows. Since...
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    For me shy and strong is as much as 1/16", but often 1/32" For cutting things, if you want 'shy' cut the line, if you want strong leave the line. :LOL:
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    Yes, a wee bit out of spec :ROFLMAO:
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    That was Joe, the boat hauler that I used. Having a trailer is convenient. I tow the boat (locally) with my F-150 Ecoboost 4x4.
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    first snow of the season . . . . Kind of early in the season for a measurable snow. I plan on moving the boat up next to the garage door. Then maybe make a tent over the aft end, so I can work on it during the winter.
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    Quick update . . . I am about 6 gallons of resin and 12 yards of biaxial cloth into it. The internal structure is mostly glassed, but it has been tedious and slow going. I'm onto ribs and gussets for the most part. I'll post some pictures as I am able.
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    No, it becomes a 'make it my own' boat :LOL:
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