Purely Hypothetical- Balsa cored hull question

[crovowen]

After working for the winter on my rotten balsa cored hull, this idea has been presented:

Could you remove all of the balsa core from the hull, increase the hull thickness with 1708 or CSM, and then add stringers and bulkheads where there were none before?

I realize a possible increase in weight, but would it be feasible? I am NOT contemplating this on my present rebuild, but with the wealth of knowledge on the forum , I am interested in your ideas/ opinions/comments- might be an option if youn want to save that rare hull!

Crow

 

[Woodonglass]

Re: Purely Hypothetical- Balsa cored hull question

Depends on the boat, hull design, stringer/bulkhead design lots of variables to consider. Bottom line...Anythings possible. JMO!!!

 

[ondarvr]

Re: Purely Hypothetical- Balsa cored hull question

It can be done, and is much easier than replacing the core, just a little heavier when finished.