Is it necessary to use "marine grade" plywood when replacing the transom wood on an aluminum boat?
M Mr850i Cadet Joined Mar 11, 2011 Messages 14 Feb 24, 2012 #1 Is it necessary to use "marine grade" plywood when replacing the transom wood on an aluminum boat?
M Mr850i Cadet Joined Mar 11, 2011 Messages 14 Feb 24, 2012 #2 Re: Transom repair It's a 19.5' crestliner and it will be getting a 3ltr mercruiser with an alpha one out drive.
Re: Transom repair It's a 19.5' crestliner and it will be getting a 3ltr mercruiser with an alpha one out drive.
jigngrub Fleet Admiral Joined Mar 19, 2011 Messages 8,155 Feb 24, 2012 #3 Re: Transom repair No. You can use any exterior grade plywood, but the Aruco exterior grade plywood has been getting rave reviews on this forum. Just be sure to seal it with several coats of epoxy resin to ensure a long life.
Re: Transom repair No. You can use any exterior grade plywood, but the Aruco exterior grade plywood has been getting rave reviews on this forum. Just be sure to seal it with several coats of epoxy resin to ensure a long life.
I I Fish Petty Officer 2nd Class Joined Jan 28, 2011 Messages 100 Feb 24, 2012 #4 Re: Transom repair Kinda pricey, but I went with Coosa Board Bluewater 26. It's easy to work with, doesn't rot or absorb any water. Might be something to look into.
Re: Transom repair Kinda pricey, but I went with Coosa Board Bluewater 26. It's easy to work with, doesn't rot or absorb any water. Might be something to look into.
Cadwelder Lieutenant Commander Joined Aug 30, 2010 Messages 1,780 Feb 24, 2012 #5 Re: Transom repair Post #3 nailed it......Coosa is a great product, but way too pricey for your application....
Re: Transom repair Post #3 nailed it......Coosa is a great product, but way too pricey for your application....
