Recent content by DocBrown

Its been about two years since I completed the build and wanted to do an update video for anybody thats interested. Thanks for following along in the build and subscribe to my channel for more videos related to the boat. https://youtu.be/55CfvJC8iDo

I used the same style plates as you did on my build. I fastened them to the underfloor framework with rivnut inserts. I pre drilled and countersank all the deck pieces and shot self tapping screws through after carpeting. The screws disappear into the carpet and you have to look real hard to...

Looking sharp! I like your layout and the red paint.

Thanks man, I was very pleasantly surprised with the decals. I purchased all my aluminum from Mine & Mill industrial supply in Lakeland. There's another place in town I've purchased from before but they don't sell to the public. I bet there's a place in your area, maybe try calling Airgas and...

Here are the decals from Vinyl Approach (https://www.vinylapproach.com). I sent in a pic of the original and he made a perfect recreation from the picture. Very happy with the results. Decals on the boat. I also rewired the starter cables on the outboard. The originals were 8 gauge and...

Very cool build! I'm running the Kenwood Bluetooth marine amp you mentioned in bridged mode on 2x 6.5". It is loud and clear with just the two speakers...that may change when on the water but I don't expect much difference. I just finished the build so I hope to get on the water this weekend and...

Thanks Johnny. Even with all the structure it still came out 30+ lbs lighter based on final weights of everything that went in the boat vs what I pulled out. I should be able to get out on it this weekend so I will see if moving the battery forward really hurts holeshot or the ride.

Finished up all the wiring, filled the front deck with foam board, and installed all the decking. Fuse panel, switches, amp, aerator timer Front deck w coroplast sheet lining the compartments I marked all the deck pieces with tape over the predrilled screw holes. Front deck Deck in...

Thanks man! I updated the thread title because when I first started out I was just going to do the deck and floor. It's turned into a full blown restomod! I've been working on wiring and I hope to have it all finished up by end of this weekend.

Painted the hull this past weekend with Duralux aluminum boat green thinned with acetone and sprayed through a cup style gun. Very happy with the results! I laid it on heavier than most paints and it smoothed out so nice and dried super fast. Coverage was great and as long as it's as durable as...

Here's a progress update video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S8_dyazmuQk&feature=youtu.be

Been busy, but haven't updated progress in a bit. Decking all painted w/ Rustoleum Professional Smoke Gray Gloss. New bunks for trailer. Front and rear of deck face. Everything carpeted and laid out. I know a lot of guys use the glue in a bucket, but I used 3M Super 90 contact...

Some progress from over the weekend. Got the switch panel & stereo control mounted in the deck face. Also have the fuse panel and amp mounted to the backside in the battery hatch. If you look close you'll see all the hinges are mounted as well. I used a 1-1/16" wide SS hinge w a 3/32 pin. It...

I'm not one to ignore sage advice, it's how I've gained a lot of my knowledge, so I'll definitely try out your application method. What topcoat would you recommend?

Johnny thanks for the tip. What is the reason you wouldn't recommend using Kilz alone? Glue adhesion, durability, sealing,...? Is there something better that would do what I need in a single application? The original floor was over 10 years old (all of it stored outside, a large portion...