My Avenger resto: More questions

croSSed

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My resto project has the top (deck) glassed onto the bottom (hull). When I remove the rub rail it is obvious that the deck was glassed onto the deck from the inside. There's a nice, straight gap running all around the joint between the deck and the hull. My boat needs a new transom and floor. It would be SO much easier to remove the old wood and replace it with the deck off, rather than cutting sections out to get to the wood. Plus, if I remove the deck instead of cutting sections out, I don't have to worry about re-gelcoating anything where I cut. But, if I take my grinder with a saw blade and run it all the way around the deck/hull joint from the outside to remove the deck, how difficult will it be to reglass the deck back onto the hull? Are there other ways at that point to re-attach the deck? I'm afraid that, yes, it will be much easier to replace the floor/transom, but will be a nightmare trying to get the deck lined up properly and then be at difficult angles to laminate new glass between this joint. You people are great! Thanks for the help.

TG
 

i386

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Re: My Avenger resto: More questions

If I'm picturing this right and you can separate it cleanly it can be glued back together with "peanut butter". I think the trick will be holding everything in place, or getting everything into place before the resin kicks. Could you post some pics?
 

croSSed

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Re: My Avenger resto: More questions

I'll get pics as soon as possible. Thanks.

TG
 

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Re: My Avenger resto: More questions

If the Hull is properly Supported,....
Refitment Shouldn't be an Issue..........
 

croSSed

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Re: My Avenger resto: More questions

Bond-o,
Thanks for the reply. What exactly is "properly supported"? Is sitting on the bunk trailer an example of properly supported? Thanks again.

TG
 

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Re: My Avenger resto: More questions

When you remove the "Deck",... the Sides of the Hull get Flimsly,.......

It'll take some Bracing to Hold the Shape......
 

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Re: My Avenger resto: More questions

It isn't that big of a deal. The sides do get a bit floppy, but you just need to be careful. If it is sitting on the bunks properly without twist, you'll be okay. Once the new floor is back in and you put the deck back on, you'll have to do a bit of boogering around with the hull sides, but it is easier than is sounds. Just yank it off and get to buildin', you'll be fine...
 

Chris1956

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Re: My Avenger resto: More questions

Blanche, I would think that if you cut the two molded parts apart, you would seriously weaken that joint. Perhaps you could install a strip of plywood on the inside of the upper part to restore some strength, and smear it with poly putty when reinstalling the deck. When you rivit the bumper strip back on, it should also add some strength.
 
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