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<blockquote data-quote="Vermonster" data-source="post: 285994" data-attributes="member: 7992"><p>Welcome to the site and congrats on the boat! </p><p></p><p>I can't be sure, but those look like pressure treated 2X4s in the picture. Don't use those if they are. Short story is that type of wood will ruin your boat as it causes the aluminum to pit.</p><p></p><p>If you are going to paint, I would do that first since you have a blank slate. The boat will be light and easy to maneuver around. You can always touch up where you had to drill and rivet any mods.</p><p></p><p>If you're going to use wood - remember that it adds weight and treat it with minimum 3 coats of spar urethane. Use exterior grade plywood or marine wood if you can afford it.</p><p></p><p>Aluminum is more expensive, but it is also faster to work with as you don't have to seal it. It will also last forever. It's lighter obviously too.</p><p></p><p>Remember to add foam for floatation in case you get swamped (it's also a requirement legally I believe).</p><p></p><p>Have fun and take your time and you will be happy with the results!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Vermonster, post: 285994, member: 7992"] Welcome to the site and congrats on the boat! I can't be sure, but those look like pressure treated 2X4s in the picture. Don't use those if they are. Short story is that type of wood will ruin your boat as it causes the aluminum to pit. If you are going to paint, I would do that first since you have a blank slate. The boat will be light and easy to maneuver around. You can always touch up where you had to drill and rivet any mods. If you're going to use wood - remember that it adds weight and treat it with minimum 3 coats of spar urethane. Use exterior grade plywood or marine wood if you can afford it. Aluminum is more expensive, but it is also faster to work with as you don't have to seal it. It will also last forever. It's lighter obviously too. Remember to add foam for floatation in case you get swamped (it's also a requirement legally I believe). Have fun and take your time and you will be happy with the results! [/QUOTE]
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