1979 cruiser barnegat 22 foot no stringers?

[betayv]

hi there my boat have a solid floor, but I have to pull the gas tank I remove the square cap and inspect under the tank, in front and back and I cant believe not stringers at all here is some pics


the boat

left side of the boat

front of gas tank

right side of boat

under the gas tank is a piece of plywood that goes from one side of the boat to the other just in the center of the boat

any opinions thanks...

 

[Chris1956]

Re: 1979 cruiser barnegat 22 foot no stringers?

A lot of FG boats do not have a stringer in the center (think keel). The shape of the fiberglass gives it sufficiant strength. The first set of stringers will be to the outside of your fuel tank. These will usually support the strakes. I cannot tell from the photo, but there is some wood in the picture. perhaps these are the strakes?

Also, if the hull is cored, it may have an unusual design.

 

[betayv]

Re: 1979 cruiser barnegat 22 foot no stringers?

hi there yes is two pieces on the sides of the fuel tank, for me was kind of weird not seeing the stringers like many boats of this forum thanks.