First, I had started a thread on iboats but after reading way more posts here, I figured it fitted much better here so here it is:
A few weeks ago, I got an old 12ft tin, not sure of the make since there is no plate or decals showing. I believe it to be a Sears (my guess from pictures).
12ft boat + everything in picture below (oars, anchors and seats) + 3HP (Tanaka 300) outboard for $200 delivered (I have a trailer waiting to be fitted).
I plan on doing a small mod for now, that thing is tiny at 11'6" and I don't want to add too much weight (maybe more later) and budget is low.
This is how I got it (seller picture):
Started stripping it down:
Then tried to fix the bend up front:
from this:
to this:
(Not perfect but will do)
Onto some sanding/grinding top part of sides inside and out:
I was planning on adding 1/2" carpeted plywood to the benches, but after consideration, I decided to carpet the benches directly (used outdoor carpet glue + outdoor carpet I already had from a previous project), saves about 10-15lbs (which I might use later on for a low floor). 2 seats down, 1 to go.
Bow piece and outside transom pieces (1/2" exterior grade plywood):
Transom outside pieces gluing, will be fiberglassed over before installation:
You never have enough clamps...
Transom pieces ready to be glassed (when I decide to get into that):
Bow piece, sealed, then carpeted:
We are finally having "painting" weather here in WI, so yesterday I started with light coat of etching primer, then aluminum primer. Inside will be brushed/rolled with Hammered grey and outside top will be navy blue (all rustoleum). Bottom will be sanded then Mag & Alum polish from "Mother's".
I have a deep cycle marine battery + box + old 28lb. TM to put on it. Will most likely reuse the old seats on it. I also have the lights from a previous boat that I will be installing + homemade pvc rod holders. Also thinking of making custom sized cooler in front of the bow seat in glassed pink foam. The battery will be located in between middle and bow seat.
I was able to do a small leak test when cleaning the boat and didn't notice any leak but that was not thorough at all (ice is melting on the lake so might try it soon).
A few weeks ago, I got an old 12ft tin, not sure of the make since there is no plate or decals showing. I believe it to be a Sears (my guess from pictures).
12ft boat + everything in picture below (oars, anchors and seats) + 3HP (Tanaka 300) outboard for $200 delivered (I have a trailer waiting to be fitted).
I plan on doing a small mod for now, that thing is tiny at 11'6" and I don't want to add too much weight (maybe more later) and budget is low.
This is how I got it (seller picture):
Started stripping it down:
Then tried to fix the bend up front:
from this:
to this:
(Not perfect but will do)
Onto some sanding/grinding top part of sides inside and out:
I was planning on adding 1/2" carpeted plywood to the benches, but after consideration, I decided to carpet the benches directly (used outdoor carpet glue + outdoor carpet I already had from a previous project), saves about 10-15lbs (which I might use later on for a low floor). 2 seats down, 1 to go.
Bow piece and outside transom pieces (1/2" exterior grade plywood):
Transom outside pieces gluing, will be fiberglassed over before installation:
You never have enough clamps...
Transom pieces ready to be glassed (when I decide to get into that):
Bow piece, sealed, then carpeted:
We are finally having "painting" weather here in WI, so yesterday I started with light coat of etching primer, then aluminum primer. Inside will be brushed/rolled with Hammered grey and outside top will be navy blue (all rustoleum). Bottom will be sanded then Mag & Alum polish from "Mother's".
I have a deep cycle marine battery + box + old 28lb. TM to put on it. Will most likely reuse the old seats on it. I also have the lights from a previous boat that I will be installing + homemade pvc rod holders. Also thinking of making custom sized cooler in front of the bow seat in glassed pink foam. The battery will be located in between middle and bow seat.
I was able to do a small leak test when cleaning the boat and didn't notice any leak but that was not thorough at all (ice is melting on the lake so might try it soon).