Replacement Rib for Riveted Jon Boat

[abwehrly42]

I have a 1991 Lowe 1648MT riveted jon boat. It is a modified vee with 20" transom. I am removing the bench seats (accounting for the lost floatation foam- don't worry), and need to add ribs to maintain structural integrity. I can build some out of aluminum but I think it would look better if I could source a couple more factory ribs to go in there place. Is is possible to purchase ribs from a Lowe dealer, from the factory, or at all?

 

[bignsty]

Re: Replacement Rib for Riveted Jon Boat

I'm not sure about Lowe boats, but I'm removing the seats from my Smokercraft 1432 jon and was able to order the ribs from the dealer. Mine were all slightly different so I had specify which ribs I wanted to order, they were $25 each. Try contacting your local dealer with your hull number and they should be able to help you out. hope that was helpful.

Ethan