need some opinion or ideas

need some opinion or ideas 13 years 7 months ago #26168

Starcraft15 Offline Senior Boarder Posts: 158 Karma: 2 Thank you received: 0	The owner before the owner i got the boat from made this hole for some reason. I was wondering what everyone thought would be the best way to fix it would be. Any help appreciated and thanks to everyone that helped with other questions. Attachments: Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:need some opinion or ideas 13 years 7 months ago #26178

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Looks like some one cut the rear seat out to have better access to the area under the motor well. It may have been done so that the fuel tank or battery box was easyer to get to. Repair should be pretty easy. Cut foam to fit inside of seat and secure to stay in place. Glass over foam to match seat area. One could also use plywood as a inside form and then glass over it. This is just a couple of simple ideas. i have used both of them with good results before. I am sure other members will jump in here with some giood ideas also. It will just depend on how much you want to do. Good luck with your project and let us know how it turns out. Skip.

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Re:need some opinion or ideas 13 years 7 months ago #26179

Starcraft15 Offline Senior Boarder Posts: 158 Karma: 2 Thank you received: 0	Thanks on the reply i was thinking about just boxing the whole thing in and then getting expanding foam and pouring that in to give support and flotation. But just an idea but i like yours too. thanks Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:need some opinion or ideas 13 years 7 months ago #26181

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I would clean up the edges and use it as storage space.Was foam in there to begin with? Store your life vest in there instead of the foam.Replace missing wood and put a hinge on the seat section, again storage space for anchor,lines,bumpers,fishing gear,Ipod,beach towels,sun block,flares,emergency first aid kit,sandwiches,etc.... just a idea!

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Re:need some opinion or ideas 13 years 7 months ago #26185

Starcraft15 Offline Senior Boarder Posts: 158 Karma: 2 Thank you received: 0	thats a very good idea Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:need some opinion or ideas 13 years 7 months ago #26186

john-gibson Offline Contributing Member Posts: 4014 Karma: 324 Thank you received: 0	yep,i would make it into a bench seat,with a back that folds down so you can get at the battery and gas tank,i would frame it out all the way across and finish it with plywood,and like 88 said make that middle section so it too can open to store things,theres never enough storge on a boat,john Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:need some opinion or ideas 13 years 7 months ago #26192

Starcraft15 Offline Senior Boarder Posts: 158 Karma: 2 Thank you received: 0	what if i made the gas tank go in there?? got a tank made for it? Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:need some opinion or ideas 13 years 7 months ago #26195

john-gibson Offline Contributing Member Posts: 4014 Karma: 324 Thank you received: 0	you can buy the red plastic 12 gallon tank for it,im not sure it would fit though,but it is a good idea,if you can get it in and out of the hole,because sometimes you have to drain them and clean them,but thats good thinking on your part,john Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:need some opinion or ideas 13 years 7 months ago #26197

Starcraft15 Offline Senior Boarder Posts: 158 Karma: 2 Thank you received: 0	im talking getting one made out of aluminium. my friends dad owns a machine shop and is more than capable of building a tank for sure Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:need some opinion or ideas 13 years 7 months ago #26198

Andgott Offline Contributing Member Posts: 1243 Karma: 72 Thank you received: 0	This is what i'd do- Install a front & back, fiberglassed in. Hinge the seat so you can open it. If you're going to make a seat back, make the whole thing removable, OR make in three sections, so you can get back there.... There is no such thing as too much storage on a small boat Attachments: Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:need some opinion or ideas 13 years 7 months ago #26200

Starcraft15 Offline Senior Boarder Posts: 158 Karma: 2 Thank you received: 0	that looks awesome and on the center caps i can send you that piece so you can fit it to the piece like it should Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:need some opinion or ideas 13 years 7 months ago #26201

john-gibson Offline Contributing Member Posts: 4014 Karma: 324 Thank you received: 0	i agree andrew ,that is what i was trying to explain,i wish i knew how to do graphics like that,john Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:need some opinion or ideas 13 years 7 months ago #26202

Starcraft15 Offline Senior Boarder Posts: 158 Karma: 2 Thank you received: 0	he has some real talent i know that Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:need some opinion or ideas 13 years 7 months ago #26203

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I would build two plywood platforms against the stern for the two gas tanks.Maybe put eye hooks om each side of tank and secure with HD bungee.I have also seen a piece of plywwod cut out in the shape of the tank glued on the platfom, that will also hold them in place.Gas fumes in a enclosed area without proper ventilation is a accident waiting to happen.What are you going to do with the empty space in the stern area? Space is at a premium on smaller boats,go with the dry storage suggestion.

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Re:need some opinion or ideas 13 years 7 months ago #26206

Starcraft15 Offline Senior Boarder Posts: 158 Karma: 2 Thank you received: 0	ok thts what me and my dad decided on Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:need some opinion or ideas 13 years 7 months ago #26207

Andgott Offline Contributing Member Posts: 1243 Karma: 72 Thank you received: 0	I'll be on my ship for about another week... I Emailed my address to you. Can't guarantee I'll get the cap done super fast, since I've got a busy schedule next month, but I'll have it done before you need a steering wheel -Andrew Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:need some opinion or ideas 13 years 7 months ago #26208

Andgott Offline Contributing Member Posts: 1243 Karma: 72 Thank you received: 0	A '59 Glass Magic just came up on Craigslist right near me- It's tempting- nwga.craigslist.org/boa/2229413550.html I've already got the emblem for the wheel, after all Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:need some opinion or ideas 13 years 7 months ago #26209

Starcraft15 Offline Senior Boarder Posts: 158 Karma: 2 Thank you received: 0	ill send the piece to you so its perfect,and the address is for your house im guessing cuz im gonna do a little more polishing and then send to you thanks for this. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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