UCFJed
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As so many have said before me, this community has been such a valuable resource for me as I did research on Jon boats and everything involved. Just wanted to say a quick thank you before I describe my build.
I purchased a 1994 Lowe 1440M and 1987 Trailer on craigslist after doing months of searching. The hull and rivets are in great shape but it needs some love in a few areas. I have an existing 07 Yahama 8hp that will be powering this bad boy that I've had for over a year (if that gives you any idea of how long I've waited for a boat!). The previous owners had put a wooden deck on the bow and rear bench. The wood was rotted and waterlogged so it had to go.
While the rear bench wood came out relatively easy, the forward deck was is even worse condition and the hole that was cut for the seat showed some wet foam unfortunately.
I have a couple of questions for a few projects I can start to begin on (if the weather warms up):
Look forward to discussing with everyone. If you are up in Northern VA and want to fish, let me know!
I purchased a 1994 Lowe 1440M and 1987 Trailer on craigslist after doing months of searching. The hull and rivets are in great shape but it needs some love in a few areas. I have an existing 07 Yahama 8hp that will be powering this bad boy that I've had for over a year (if that gives you any idea of how long I've waited for a boat!). The previous owners had put a wooden deck on the bow and rear bench. The wood was rotted and waterlogged so it had to go.
While the rear bench wood came out relatively easy, the forward deck was is even worse condition and the hole that was cut for the seat showed some wet foam unfortunately.
I have a couple of questions for a few projects I can start to begin on (if the weather warms up):
- Is there a way to determine if the full foam is waterlogged without removing the metal deck?
- Regarding painting of tin boats, is the Rust-Oleum approach fine? Does it last a few seasons?
- With adding decks, is it a major difference in weight between the wood and aluminum frames? Looking to make this modification last around 3 seasons.
Look forward to discussing with everyone. If you are up in Northern VA and want to fish, let me know!