I'm continuing to run my Smokercraft as-is and have ideas for some "nice to haves" but should probably focus on things that will need attention sooner than later - like bench seat tops (wood) that are peeling and warping, soft transom plate, etc.
My boat has a plywood transom plate that has seen better days; I don't think it is original. I could go with another piece of plywood but would prefer something that will withstand a wet environment better. Materials I'm considering:
- aluminum plate (undecided on thickness)
- Starboard (or similar marine grade plastic, undecided on thickness)
- another piece of painted plywood (this would be my last choice, but easy to fabricate and install)
Inside face of the transom needs some attention too.
Note that my engine is a 9.9HP Merc portable. The biggest engine I would ever have on the boat is a 15HP, so I don't know if that dictates the type of material used.
Thanks!
My boat has a plywood transom plate that has seen better days; I don't think it is original. I could go with another piece of plywood but would prefer something that will withstand a wet environment better. Materials I'm considering:
- aluminum plate (undecided on thickness)
- Starboard (or similar marine grade plastic, undecided on thickness)
- another piece of painted plywood (this would be my last choice, but easy to fabricate and install)
Inside face of the transom needs some attention too.
Note that my engine is a 9.9HP Merc portable. The biggest engine I would ever have on the boat is a 15HP, so I don't know if that dictates the type of material used.
Thanks!