my first time replacing a transom were to start

[ezmobee]

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I use http://profile.imageshack.us to upload pics

No offense at all to rick, but I've helped people with both, and I find photobucket to be a little easier.

 

[Woodonglass]

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Man, I am confused. I have no issues loading pics from my pc using the instructions I posted, and believe me I am NOT that smart of a feller.

 

[wavebuster1]

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i got the transom out with the hely of an angle grinder does anyone no what i can use for stringers that wont rot not sure how much rot im dealing with yet

 

[wavebuster1]

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the transom picture is located in post # 18 click on image 21 im 99 % sure you guys should see it i turned off my notebook to disable any link and checked at the library and i can see it

 

[wavebuster1]

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ha i think a got it

 

[Cadwelder]

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i got the transom out with the hely of an angle grinder does anyone no what i can use for stringers that wont rot not sure how much rot im dealing with yet

There are several composites out there, but all are rather pricey.....stick with wood, it's been a stable of boat building for years for a good reason.

 

[wavebuster1]

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here is all the ugly i uncovered and as a side note getting the top section off was a sreious pain

 

[wavebuster1]

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what deminsions of wood and ware can a get it. i really wanna do this rite . cuz wen im finished me, my wife and kids are going out on it so i dont want it falling apart on us

 

[Woodonglass]

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I recommend either Exterior Grade Plywood 3/4" or RickRyder likes Underlayment if you can find it. Both have waterproof glue. You can use it for the Transom and the Stringers. I'd use 1/2" or 5/8" for the deck.

 

[rickryder]

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I recommend either Exterior Grade Plywood 3/4" or RickRyder likes Underlayment if you can find it. Both have waterproof glue. You can use it for the Transom and the Stringers. I'd use 1/2" or 5/8" for the deck.

Yes check with your local lumber yard they should have 1/2" to 3/4" underlayment ply.... the best part is there are no voids in the layers that can trap moisture and lead to soft spots..... then to what your dealing with now.... Best economical choice IMO

 

[wavebuster1]

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just for the sake of a. inexpensiveness b.ease of instalation ,c. i may be wrong but strength. is preasure treated 2x's a good materal to use for stiingers oh yea is an angle grinder a good way to remove the old stringer glass

 

[Cadwelder]

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just for the sake of a. inexpensiveness b.ease of instalation ,c. i may be wrong but strength. is preasure treated 2x's a good materal to use for stiingers oh yea is an angle grinder a good way to remove the old stringer glass

1. I personally wouldn't use pressure treated for anything....but some do here. If you need the 1-1/2" thickness I'd go with two layers of 3/4" plywood.

2. Angle grinder, sawzall, rotozip....I've used all of these to remove old stringers.

 

[wavebuster1]

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ok thanks i figured as much im trying to do this as cost effective but as safe as possible. which im finding out the two dont play well with each other when it comes to boats. and i would much rather sacrifice my money rather than saftey

 

[Cadwelder]

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ok thanks i figured as much im trying to do this as cost effective but as safe as possible. which im finding out the two dont play well with each other when it comes to boats. and i would much rather sacrifice my money rather than saftey

Excellent choice....

 

[wavebuster1]

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slight problem the stringers are made of 2x's im 99% sure that trey are factory installed because the floor looks factory and matches the rest of the boat i have a call in to the manufacturer to comfirm this. i understand marine plywood is the building standard but at the same time the manufacturer used 2x's for a reason what should i replace them with

 

[wavebuster1]

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oh yea do i totaly cut out the old glass part of the stringer or do they get reused all i did is cut the top off to get the wood out

 

[Woodonglass]

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A lot of the boat builders use good ole Douglas Fir for their stringers. The resin in the wood is somewhat water resistant but as you can tell NOT totally. Laminating two pieces of 3/4" Marine Grade or Ext. Grade ply wood together and encasing it in resin and glass will yield a FAR superior product than what the factory did originally. Soo... to answer your question, I'd use the plywood and forget about the 2x material.

Here's How I recommend building stringers...


(click on the pic to enlarge)

 

[wavebuster1]

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i clicked on the link and got the message invalid attatchment

 

[Cadwelder]

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Here's How I recommend building stringers...


(click on the pic to enlarge)

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The attachment didn't show up. There is a link in your signature that tell how to post pictures on iboats.

 

[rickryder]

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The attachment didn't show up. There is a link in your signature that tell how to post pictures on iboats.

Like he has said many times..... "What do I know, I'm just a dumb Okie"