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I am restoring a '77 StarCraft Chieftain 22 which I purchased new in 1977. It had a MerCruiser 165, enjoyed boat many years and a lots in saltwater. I have found a donor boat which has a 1998 Mercrusier GM 4.3 V6 engine with outdrive of same year. I would like to hear thoughts or comments on...
I am trying to remove the transom of a '77 SC Chieftain 22. Port side had water damage but the starboard side is good as new and I'm sure it was sealed with 3M5200. I can not get screws attaching the boarding ladder to budge. Any suggestions how to break these screws loose?