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Title: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on November 27, 2018, 07:15:39 PM
Hello!

A couple of weeks ago I purchased a 1974 222. In this thread I will post my progress of the rebuild and answer any questions you may have about it. Below are photos of what I have accomplished so far.

The day I bought the boat:
(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/IMG_01331.JPG) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=17909&title=1974-aquasport-222-rebuild-captain-joe&cat=500)

First day of work removing the center console, seat cooler, and some of the ss hardware:
(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/IMG_5039.JPG) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=17910&title=1974-aquasport-222-rebuild-captain-joe&cat=500)

Removing the floor and casting deck. Best tools to use were a circular saw and a sawzall:
(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/IMG_5043.JPG) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=17911&title=1974-aquasport-222-rebuild-captain-joe&cat=500)

The floor and gas tank removed. Stringers look great. I will gut the old foam out, refoam, and apply new 1708 glass:
(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/IMG_5045.JPG) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=17912&title=1974-aquasport-222-rebuild-captain-joe&cat=500)

More progress updates to come!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: mshugg on November 27, 2018, 07:34:33 PM
She looks like she’s in pretty good shape.  The cooler weather is perfect for demo work.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on November 28, 2018, 06:13:09 AM
I agree - the stringers seem to be in great shape. No cracks? Hows the bond to the hull bottom?
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on November 28, 2018, 02:51:42 PM
Good start. Looking forward to watching the build.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on November 28, 2018, 04:22:12 PM
Thank you for the comments! There are no cracks or delamination. The center stringer needs to be replaced and there are a some soft spots toward the transom. If I get to the boat this weekend I'll have some more pictures and updates.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on December 02, 2018, 03:02:36 PM
This weekend I had extra help with my dad being home. We decided to tackle removing the transom and succeeded with putting 3 hours or so into it. First we removed half of the rub rail and cap screws. Grinding the bolts out made this a 30min job. Now with the cap free, we placed two pvc pipes (one on each side) underneath to elevate the cap off of the transom.

I wanted to cut the port side box out of the skin and made the starboard cut even with the stringer cut. At times I went a little too deep but everything will be glassed and sealed. To save time on the transom I recommend cutting an inch or so from the perimeter. This will cut out any glue, epoxy, or fillet that was used to hold down the transom wood. Then from the top, use a grinder to separate the skin from the wood. The rest is prying, chipping, cursing, and time consuming.

I really hope my description helps anyone who is tackling this job. Please PM me or comment with any questions you may have and I'd be happy to answer them.

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/IMG_50941.JPG) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=17935&title=img-50941&cat=500)

I tried my best to keep the transom skin in tact, but it was so brittle as we chipped away at it.
(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/IMG_50951.JPG) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=17936&title=img-50951&cat=500)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on December 03, 2018, 10:33:43 AM
Looking good so far. What's the plan for the transom?
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on December 03, 2018, 03:52:27 PM
My goal is to grind the transom and floor smooth. If I have to cut the broken pieces of the transom I will and hope that makes life a little easier. Once everything is ground down and cleaned to perfection, I'll order the materials I need and make a template for the transom.

3-4 layers of glass. Glued in 1.5" coosa. Then another 2 layers of glass over the coosa. I also plan on glassing between the transom and back stringers, all the way up both sides of the hull skin.

Any tips or materials I should keep in mind for the transom or cutting/gutting the stringers?

Thank you!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on December 03, 2018, 04:47:31 PM
Sounds like a good plan! Keep the pieces of the stringers that you cut out so you can glue them back in. You should have enough coosa left to make some knees too if you want. I cut the sides off my stringers and fit them all together. What are you using for glass? 1708?

If you haven't bought it already, there were still a few sheets of coosa at marine surplus last Saturday when I was there for a good price.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on December 03, 2018, 05:22:41 PM
Keeping the stringer tops is a great tip, thank you! I'm going to primarily use 1708 but for the piece between the transom and back stringers, I was going to use a sheet of 2408 or 2415.

Was it worth refoaming your center stringer? Where is the marine surplus located? I'm excited to see how your hatches come out!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: mshugg on December 03, 2018, 06:08:35 PM
No question that the lam schedule you’re planning will be stronger than it was when it left the factory.  Most people go with 3 to 4 layers of 1708 for the inside transom skin.  The 1708 is much easier to wet out than the 24 oz glass.  Plus 3 layers of 1708 would be about the same weight of glass. 

One more thing to consider, if you’re going with a bracket,Armstrong wants at least 2” thick for up to  200 hp and 2 1/2” for over 200. I doubt tat Porta Bracket wants any less.   Each layer of 1708 sets out to just shy of 1/16”, so plan accordingly.

Your work looks good.  You’ll enjoy it even more when you start building instead of demo.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on December 03, 2018, 06:24:46 PM
I'll be sure to add a couple of extra layers of glass to equal at least another 1/2". Thank you for reminding me the importance of thinking about the project as a whole. The transom bracket was the last thing on my mind. 

I can't wait to get back at it!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on December 03, 2018, 08:08:50 PM

Was it worth refoaming your center stringer? Where is the marine surplus located? I'm excited to see how your hatches come out!

Not sure if it was worth it or not, but it was so wet and the wood inside came out so easily that I figured it couldn't hurt to keep it. Plus I had the foam left over from the main stringers.

Marine Surplus is just north of the Sarasota/Bradenton airport on old 301. A little bit of a drive for you but they have some great prices on stuff sometimes. Worth a call at least.

And thanks! I'm excited to see how the hatches come out too. I actually just picked up a bunch of friction hinges and latches on Saturday for them.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on December 03, 2018, 09:38:15 PM
Joe - read these bits of data and after you're done with the demo, start with the PVC, you won't regret it. You are going to change the low point in the boat without realizing it, while rebuilding, so these tips will help. I wish I would have thought of this technique before I did my rebuild - now I always have 1/2-3/4" of water in the bilge.

Here is a link to where I explain the thought of the PVC pipe
http://classicaquasport.com/smf/index.php?topic=13148.msg133124#msg133124

Here is a link to where I show what is actual problem
http://classicaquasport.com/smf/index.php?topic=13148.msg133556#msg133556

Here is a link to Hawgleg's rebuild that shows the PVC pipe installation to keep a drain at the new low point of the boat
http://classicaquasport.com/smf/index.php?topic=13148.msg134262#msg134262

I think I see a hole in the transom - I haven't read what kind of transom you're going back in with full or notched, but regardless you'll need a sheet of melamine or formica covered plywood/particle board backed up to the outside of the transom so you have something flat to build the new transom on. Then you won't have much to worry about on the hole.  See if you can save the HIN on the outside of the transom (like a stamp that shows data like year and month of build) - my hull was before the required HIN Stamp year so I don't have one.  You should have one - usually on the outside of the transom. Could be an actual metal plate in your year or one they put inside the mold and removed after they pulled the hull from the mold, leaving the imprint.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on December 03, 2018, 10:00:43 PM
Thank you Rick. I'll use melamine to secure the transom in place. If you think I can just glass over the hole in the transom, I'd rather do that than cut it out.

Does the PVC have to extend that far into the boat or can it be cut flush?
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: mshugg on December 04, 2018, 02:52:25 AM
Mine ended up at about 10” and the boat drains perfectly.

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/Bilge_Looking_Aft.JPG) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=15011&title=bilge-paint&cat=500)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on December 04, 2018, 09:18:28 AM
Start out with a foot or more, tack it down and then as you lay out/down your laminations go right over the pipe and then forget about it for a while.  Later on you'll add water to the hull and find out where the low spot is now and grind the end of the pipe to that point, like you see on Michael's above.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on December 04, 2018, 12:50:09 PM
Thank you! I plan to set it and forget it. More pictures and progress to come
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on December 04, 2018, 03:36:35 PM
Thank you Rick. I'll use melamine to secure the transom in place. If you think I can just glass over the hole in the transom, I'd rather do that than cut it out.

If you think about it, the hole is no different than the upper notched portion that you're going to fill. If the current transom is bowed or has so many holes from stuff being attached to it, it may be easier to cut the transom out, leaving a 2" lip along the sides and bottom. Then you'll start with a clean slate.  If you do this, make sure to put a board across the boat at the top edge to keep the hull in shape.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on December 13, 2018, 05:27:19 PM
Little by little she goes. Between running charters, working a full time job, and balancing family life any amount of work to me is sufficient. Today I was able to grind down the starboard stringer. My goal is to get the port side done by next weekend, gut the foam, and have the transom ground down. Now it's just time and labor.

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/IMG_51411.JPG) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=17945&title=img-51411&cat=500)

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/IMG_5140.JPG) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=17944&title=img-5140&cat=500)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on December 13, 2018, 05:54:05 PM
One foot in front of the other, when you get the time...
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on December 22, 2018, 05:57:52 PM
Today I finished grinding down the stringers and started removing the foam. To keep the structural integrity of the stringers I made "straps" by only cutting large pieces off the top and leaving sections still connected. Now when I pour the foam I shouldn't have much buckling.

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/2/IMG_52151.JPG) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=17957&title=img-52151&cat=2)

There's still plenty of work to be done but I feel accomplished something today!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on December 22, 2018, 06:15:22 PM
It was nice weather for grinding. I donned the bunny suit for a few hours today too.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on December 22, 2018, 06:20:02 PM
Today I finished grinding down the stringers and started removing the foam. To keep the structural integrity of the stringers I made "straps" by only cutting large pieces off the top and leaving sections still connected. Now when I pour the foam I shouldn't have much buckling.

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/2/IMG_52151.JPG) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=17957&title=img-52151&cat=2)

There's still plenty of work to be done but I feel accomplished something today!
Looks like great progress.  Glad you left the straps across the top of the stringers.
Happy Holidays.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: mshugg on December 22, 2018, 07:31:54 PM
Looks great!  Once the demo is finished, it’s all in a plus direction.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on December 22, 2018, 10:36:26 PM
Thank you everyone for the feedback. All of your posts and comments are a tremendous help!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: hudsport on December 24, 2018, 12:49:46 PM
so capt , is this boat for your charter and do you expect to have it ready to fish this spring?
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on December 25, 2018, 11:20:31 PM
so capt , is this boat for your charter and do you expect to have it ready to fish this spring?

This will definitely be used for my charters! My flats boat can only hold 3 anglers, so more space is a must. My hope was to have it done this time next year. It would be great to have it ready for this season coming up.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on January 31, 2019, 03:08:21 PM
When I bought the boat my goal was to be transom ready by the end of January. After my night shift last night I came up to the boat and did just that! The transom skin and floor is sanded down. All that's left to do is to smooth out the corners.

I would like some insight or advice on what my next move should be. Should I continue to remove the center stringer and wood then clean the entire inside first or go for finishing the transom, then move onto stringers and floor?

Thank you for following my rebuild!

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/IMG_5284.JPG) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=18072&title=img-5284&cat=500)

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/2/IMG_52861.JPG) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=18074&title=img-52861&cat=500)

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/IMG_52851.JPG) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=18073&title=img-52851&cat=2)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on January 31, 2019, 04:31:45 PM
Nice work making your timeframe. I didn't dare set ones for myself!

As for the next step, I would be inclined to do the transom first but mainly because I was afraid to leave mine in such a brittle state where it could get broken. (I have three kids that love to climb on things though) You can finish the center stringer and cleanup whenever. Also once you get back to work on the main stringers, you're going to need to tie them back into the transom somehow which you can't do now.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on January 31, 2019, 05:36:53 PM
I agree, I would start on the transom. Make sure to lock the hull shape with a 2x4 or 1x2 or something secured to the top of the hull sides at the aft, maybe a foot to 18" forward of the transom, so it's not in your way. Then follow the plan you posted earlier.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: mshugg on January 31, 2019, 08:01:11 PM
Definitely do the the transom first.  Don’t want all that nice clean glass getting dirty.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on January 31, 2019, 08:31:04 PM
Thank you for the advice everyone. This is the best forum!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on February 13, 2019, 02:18:34 PM
Im slowly gathering materials to build the transom back up. So far I have a 1.5" piece of Coosa and today I bought some 1708 glass. A local captain had some lying around and I picked it up for $40. I have no idea what's left on it. My next purchase will be epoxy resin and hardener, maybe from Raka. More transom updates soon to come!

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/IMG_5306.JPG) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=18094&title=img-5306&cat=500)

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/IMG_5307.JPG) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=18095&title=img-5307&cat=500)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on February 13, 2019, 05:05:24 PM
Hopefully that roll of glass was protected, inside.  I've been told that the glass will draw in moisture if unprotected. Not sure if true or not.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on February 13, 2019, 06:30:26 PM
Hopefully that roll of glass was protected, inside.  I've been told that the glass will draw in moisture if unprotected. Not sure if true or not.

It was left in his shed, but the Florida humidity can be brutal. I will look it over and maybe cut a piece to test out. Thank you for the heads up!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on February 13, 2019, 07:09:11 PM
Hard to go wrong for $40. I've heard about the moisture issue too but I'm not sure how to tell the difference. What are those stains on the side? If its mildew I may be concerned, but if it's just a mark from something you should be able to get some use out of it.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on February 13, 2019, 10:42:57 PM
I took a good look at the material and there's no mold or moisture. For the most part it's just dust and dirt. As I unrolled it, the inside was clean. I'm so excited to get things underway!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on June 02, 2019, 07:58:57 PM
Finally back at it again. Charters have tapered off, moved into a new house, and switched from midnights to the afternoon shift. Long story short I bought all of the necessary supplies for the transom project and cut out the old skin. If the weather holds up, next weekend I will begin building the transom back up!

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/E2F76F1D-78B5-4DF8-B902-C3C42B0EDCC0.jpeg) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=18686&title=e2f76f1d-78b5-4df8-b902-c3c42b0edcc0&cat=500)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on June 02, 2019, 08:50:04 PM
A lot of change! Looks like you're ready except for the port side - what is behind that section of the transom skin?
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on June 02, 2019, 10:11:58 PM
Here's another angle of the transom. If there’s anything you think I may be missing, please don’t hesitate to critique my work!

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/5CD0CCA3-B07B-4D8D-AAD2-8FAC245D3E68.jpeg) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=18687&title=5cd0cca3-b07b-4d8d-aad2-8fac245d3e68&cat=500)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on June 03, 2019, 10:23:47 PM
Good to see you still at it. I think Rick saw the same thing I did on the port side at first. The angle of the pic made it look like you left a bigger lip than you did on the other side. I think as long as you keep it square you should be ok when you glass it all back up.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: mshugg on June 04, 2019, 07:52:14 AM
Are you planning to use a sheet of melamine as a form for the outer transom skin before you install your core?
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on June 04, 2019, 05:50:56 PM
Are you planning to use a sheet of melamine as a form for the outer transom skin before you install your core?

Yes, I’m either going to clamp it or drill it on through the skin. I’m still deciding on how I want to glue the coosa board to the new skin. Either 4x4 posts or drill through everything. This has been an exciting process!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on June 04, 2019, 06:49:21 PM
I asked that question earlier and have been thinking about this - if you're going to clamp melamine or formica covered plywood as the "form" against the rear of the transom, I might suggest cutting the sides out leaving 2" like you did at the bottom. Reason being is you will be hanging full width cloth across the transom and those "wings" don't do anything for you, you'll be laying the cloth there anyway. Have you really decided on full transom vs notched?

I want to advise you that, if you're like me, you can overthink this very easily and waste a lot of your time doing so - I spent days and days staring at what I was going to do, like in a chess match, out to the nth move.  It's ok to think through what you are going to do but my advice is to break it into small manageable chunks. Like in this case, get the dam on the back of the transom and get 3 layers of 1708 in to make your new flat transom. Once you've done that, scruff that up with a 80 grit flap sanding wheel on a small grinder. Then plan your next step, i.e getting the core cut, laminated if more than one layer, and then how to clamp it in.
One step at a time or you'll get overwhelmed and lose precious time.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on June 04, 2019, 07:44:28 PM
I asked that question earlier and have been thinking about this - if you're going to clamp melamine or formica covered plywood as the "form" against the rear of the transom, I might suggest cutting the sides out leaving 2" like you did at the bottom. Reason being is you will be hanging full width cloth across the transom and those "wings" don't do anything for you, you'll be laying the cloth there anyway. Have you really decided on full transom vs notched?

I want to advise you that, if you're like me, you can overthink this very easily and waste a lot of your time doing so - I spent days and days staring at what I was going to do, like in a chess match, out to the nth move.  It's ok to think through what you are going to do but my advice is to break it into small manageable chunks. Like in this case, get the dam on the back of the transom and get 3 layers of 1708 in to make your new flat transom. Once you've done that, scruff that up with a 80 grit flap sanding wheel on a small grinder. Then plan your next step, i.e getting the core cut, laminated if more than one layer, and then how to clamp it in.
One step at a time or you'll get overwhelmed and lose precious time.

I’m going to close the entire transom and add a subtle “half moon” shape across the top. Overthinking is what I do best and will try not to do that with this project. As a kid I built a model airplane and never flew it. I did everything else except take off the ground. For this boat I’m ready to get it to fly!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on June 09, 2019, 06:42:43 PM
Made some decent progress this weekend and glassed in the transom, got my garboard pipe perfectly straight, and cut my coosa board to fit. Next work days will be glueing in the coosa, glassing it in, and cleaning up the edges!

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/897871E4-B579-4C7F-84F5-777583BD2340.jpeg) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=18722&title=897871e4-b579-4c7f-84f5-777583bd2340&cat=500)

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/4A682708-E2C8-4AD8-B498-012042DDEAD3.jpeg) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=18721&title=4a682708-e2c8-4ad8-b498-012042ddead3&cat=500)

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/AC265092-5300-42E8-81CA-0A041AF28983.jpeg) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=18723&title=ac265092-5300-42e8-81ca-0a041af28983&cat=500)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: mshugg on June 09, 2019, 07:18:33 PM
Looks good! :thumleft:
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on June 09, 2019, 10:52:20 PM
Thank you, mshugg! Seeing progress on the boat makes it all worth it.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on June 10, 2019, 06:18:20 AM
Transom looks great Joe!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on June 10, 2019, 01:18:31 PM
That outer skin came out nice.

Question, what are those white spots on the coosa? When I bought mine, I got a big discount but there were some imperfections on them that looked similar to that. Turns out on mine it was a bit of extra mat mixed with some paper that must have rubbed off during manufacturing. it was all on the outside so I just took a grinder and cleaned it off and they were good as new. I did a test laminate on a small strip before I sanded it and the glass peeled right off in those spots. That may not be the case with yours but I wanted to make sure. Would hate for you to run into issues down the road.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on June 10, 2019, 03:43:43 PM
That outer skin came out nice.

Question, what are those white spots on the coosa? When I bought mine, I got a big discount but there were some imperfections on them that looked similar to that. Turns out on mine it was a bit of extra mat mixed with some paper that must have rubbed off during manufacturing. it was all on the outside so I just took a grinder and cleaned it off and they were good as new. I did a test laminate on a small strip before I sanded it and the glass peeled right off in those spots. That may not be the case with yours but I wanted to make sure. Would hate for you to run into issues down the road.

Thank you for the heads up! The white spots are a mix of exposed glass and that paper. I’ll go over it with a grinder to ensure a rock solid bond.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on June 10, 2019, 08:17:00 PM
 :thumleft: It shouldn't take too much work and should clean up nice. When I did mine, I used a real light touch with the grinder to avoid digging into the core and then finished it all up with some 80 grit on the sander. You'll be glad you spent the few minutes doing it when it's all buttoned up.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on June 20, 2019, 09:55:23 PM
Tomorrow I plan on glueing in the coosa board to the new transom glass. Do I need to have the coosa 1/4” lower than the hull sides? Should I cut the bottom of the coosa at an angle so that the top is level?

Any tips would be appreciated!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: mshugg on June 21, 2019, 04:59:12 AM
If your Coosa core is 14” lower than the transom skin creates a bit of a lip that you can lay glass into when you laminate the top of your transom.  I think it makes it easier to get a finished looking transom.

It’s not worth the effort to cut the angle at the bottom of the transom.  You’ll be useing thickened resin to build fillets in the corners when you laminate your inner transom skin.  The fillet material will fill the angle and any small gaps.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on June 21, 2019, 07:38:31 AM
I think you will be good either way. If you want to save a little bit of resin then trim it up some more. In my experience once you coat it all with resin and go to clamp it in, it will wiggle around just a bit and ooze some resin out so 1/4" can disappear pretty quickly, especially when you're in a hurry to get it in before it starts to kick.

Are you using epoxy or poly? That will make a big difference in how long you have to adjust things just the way you want before it kicks.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on June 21, 2019, 11:20:45 AM
All of your input is appreciated! I’m going to be using epoxy. I’ll cut 1/2” from the bottom  and forget about the angle.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: dirtwheelsfl on June 21, 2019, 12:01:48 PM
Meaning the bottom of the core?     I always bevel that to match the hull angle, the less gaps the better. The big thing is make sure theres not a hard angle on the outboard side of the core in that bottom corner there, round it over just to prevent problems of it not letting the core suck all the flat to the skin at the bottom. Hard to describe....   The gaps in the pic dont look bad at all though!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on June 21, 2019, 12:39:57 PM
Meaning the bottom of the core?     I always bevel that to match the hull angle, the less gaps the better. The big thing is make sure theres not a hard angle on the outboard side of the core in that bottom corner there, round it over just to prevent problems of it not letting the core suck all the flat to the skin at the bottom. Hard to describe....   The gaps in the pic dont look bad at all though!

Yes, that makes perfect sense. I’ll spruce up the core to minimize gaps and ensure a good bond. Thank you!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on June 21, 2019, 07:48:42 PM
The core is glued in! Sanded down the coosa (due to the paper stuck to the glass), drilled holes through everything, and started mixing epoxy. Definitely would recommend having plenty of silica or fillet material. Other than that it was pretty easy.

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/8E420FD4-0CAE-4534-9A75-505370978B29.jpeg) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=18759&title=8e420fd4-0cae-4534-9a75-505370978b29&cat=500)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on June 21, 2019, 08:02:28 PM
Looks good! I ran out of silica as well when I did mine. easy to go back and add to the fillets later.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on June 22, 2019, 07:53:28 PM
Last minute tips:
1) Pre mix the epoxy resin and silica, before adding any hardener. Measure out the hardener in a separate container and set it aside. Make the mixture a little bit thicker than normal because once you add the hardener it will thin out.

2) Re wax the melamine (if you’re using it) and wax the hardware. I have to drill out my bolts.   :a0006:

3) Test fit everything before you start to make sure all of your pieces line up.

Thanks again to everyone helping me through this process!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on July 26, 2019, 09:11:22 PM
Today I was able to glass in the transom with three layers of 1708. Finally, the transom is complete. My next plan of attack is to remove every bit of foam and wood left on the boat, grind everything smooth, and start rebuilding the stringers. Hopefully I’ll get some pictures uploaded in the next couple of weeks.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on October 12, 2019, 03:58:55 PM
Where ya’ been? I’ve been here, I promise! Finally my work schedule has shifted and I’m able to knock out some big projects on the boat. Here’s a picture of the transom glassed in.

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/51321783-7825-47D7-AA26-BB30DD007D39.jpeg) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=19366&title=51321783-7825-47d7-aa26-bb30dd007d39&cat=500)

This is a photo of the center stringer and hull stiffeners being completely removed. Next week I plan to grind the floor down smooth, power wash the inside, and get prepped for extending the stringers.

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/7E82254A-7FCC-45D8-942E-7AEBC0607C17.jpeg) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=19367&title=7e82254a-7fcc-45d8-942e-7aebc0607c17&cat=500)

Every little bit counts and I’m remaining optimistic!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on October 12, 2019, 08:06:30 PM
Hey, that all looks familiar. I will say though that I'm glad that stage is behind me. Looking good and I'm glad to see an update.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: mshugg on October 13, 2019, 09:52:42 AM
Looking good.  What’s your plan on the stringers?  Are you going to mold them in place? Or build sections out of the boat?
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on October 13, 2019, 01:59:50 PM
Looking good.  What’s your plan on the stringers?  Are you going to mold them in place? Or build sections out of the boat?

My plan is to mold them in place and run them to the transom, similar to dirtwheels. I’ll also run drains through them into my bilge area. Transom knees, new hull stiffeners, and center stringer will also be in the works.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on October 22, 2019, 06:26:28 PM
Ive learned a lot in the last two days. I spent most of the day yesterday trying to make a jig to fill in the voids of my stringers. Found some Formica in the trash and decided to use those pieces to form the jig.

Unfortunately the jig idea didn’t work, so instead I decided to form the stringer voids outside of the boat. Once they were dry enough I was able to tab them into place. It wasn’t 100% perfect but damn close enough.

My next step is to foam and glass over the finished stringers.

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/B0F6657F-CB0E-4F5A-BB8A-16D34597EF1B.jpeg) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=19404&title=b0f6657f-cb0e-4f5a-bb8a-16d34597ef1b&cat=500)

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/C54F6D8C-D19A-4D45-ACE5-DDBAFBC8978B.jpeg) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=19405&title=c54f6d8c-d19a-4d45-ace5-ddbafbc8978b&cat=500)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: mshugg on October 23, 2019, 06:31:10 AM
Looks like it’s working out.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt. Bob on October 23, 2019, 07:01:22 AM
I decided to form the stringer voids outside of the boat. Once they were dry enough I was able to tab them into place.
 

You certainly won't be the first. I recall Fearless Leader built his whole stringer system outside the hull and then tabbed them in. :ScrChin:

Looking good. :thumright:
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on October 24, 2019, 07:24:42 PM
After this rebuild, if I’m ever back on this forum trying my hand at another, kindly remind me to just buy a boat.

The foaming and glassing of the stringers are finished! I’m going to take a page from Tampa Bay Mike and raise them by using fence posts.

I was able to get by using 1 4lb 10 gallon foam kit from US Composites. Took my time, but should’ve could’ve would’ve done things differently to get better results. On to looking for a gas tank, flooring material, and building bulkheads.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: mshugg on October 24, 2019, 08:22:21 PM
After this rebuild, if I’m ever back on this forum trying my hand at another, kindly remind me to just buy a boat.
Where’s the fun in that?  Just remember, misery loves company, or alternatively, what doesn’t kill me makes me stronger.  Just think how strong you will be. :singing:
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on October 25, 2019, 06:15:27 AM
After this rebuild, if I’m ever back on this forum trying my hand at another, kindly remind me to just buy a boat.
Where’s the fun in that?  Just remember, misery loves company, or alternatively, what doesn’t kill me makes me stronger.  Just think how strong you will be. :singing:

Hahahaha In those deep dark moments, when my epoxied knees become one with hull, I’ll remember your wise words and rise up from the fiberglass  :25:
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on October 25, 2019, 07:15:17 AM
The fence posts worked out really well for me. Just scuff them up real good before you glass them and they will be fine. I think I used 60 grit? I still have the end pieces that I cut off to make them fit and they are super solid, and I beat the crap out of them to make sure they wouldn't fail.

And good luck getting anyone around here to just tell you to buy a new boat!  :nSalute: Trust me, it's all worth it in the end when you see it come together, and the hair on your knees will grow back lol.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on October 26, 2019, 06:44:12 AM
LOL - I remember when I was wetting out the the bare hull with epoxy before laying in the 1708, I mistakenly stepped on the wet resin and in an instant I was on my side in the epoxy....
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on October 29, 2019, 07:44:38 PM
So I’m going to be vulnerable and honest. My stringers last week did not look like work that I was proud of. There were a few low spots and the glass just didn’t seem like it was done properly. Today I cut the tops of them off, foamed them until they overflowed, used a machete to cut the excess foam, and reglassed them to what I believe is acceptable standards. It’s not professional by any means but I’m very happy with how they turned out.

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/70125FAC-890D-408D-A452-AEA148DF60FB.jpeg) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=19409&title=70125fac-890d-408d-a452-aea148df60fb&cat=500)

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/D06F6EA7-E8FB-4213-B287-ADB6E40C4CD9.jpeg) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=19410&title=d06f6ea7-e8fb-4213-b287-adb6e40c4cd9&cat=500)

Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on October 29, 2019, 08:48:47 PM
Came out looking nice. If you are unsure of how strong they are, scruff what you have done with 80 grit flap sander wheel on 90 degree grinder and then lam 1708 from the hull bottom up the sides and over the hull bottom on the other side. Then you know it's structural.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on October 30, 2019, 07:09:42 AM
That's the nice thing about fiberglass. if you don't like it, grind it off and start over.  :thumleft:  They look fine now. If there are any imperfections left on the tops now you will never see them once they're filled with bonding putty and covered with the floor.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on November 20, 2019, 11:56:49 AM
Today I ordered 5 sheets of 1/2” thermolite board at 24lb density from Merritt Supply. It was $205/sheet and thought this would be the best option for the boat. Next week I’ll finish up some glass work in the hull and try to make some templates for my bulkheads.

For some reason my stringer heights are off, even when I measure off of the original tops that I left on. My starboard stringer is lower than my port side. When I’m able to lay my floor inside I’ll get an exact measurement so that I can build the stringers  up properly.

Exciting stuff happening and I couldn’t do it without everyone’s help.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on November 21, 2019, 05:19:25 PM
Glad we could help you spend your money intelligently ;-)
What does a string line show along the top of the stringers? Are they flat?
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on November 21, 2019, 05:38:59 PM
Those should work well.

Is there any chance the strings aren't centered? If they are the same height but one is a few inches off center it would be a little higher or lower than the other.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Fish Head on November 21, 2019, 07:33:19 PM
Just a thought and I understand pics from cameras can show funny angles,but in your pic....everything looks square to each other like the fence line to your neighbors roof line to the protective structure you have setup. Everything but your transom ? Is your hull not sitting level maybe throwing things off?
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on November 23, 2019, 02:16:11 PM
I feel better already having the proper materials.

The boat is on an uneven surface and not level. I’m going to run several strings across the stringers, from one side of the liner lip to the other. I’ll see what I can come up with but I’ve done everything to make sure what I do to one side I do to the other.

Updates and pictures soon to come!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on December 03, 2019, 04:02:48 PM
I spent all day yesterday trying to figure out this stringer height thing out. Made sure everything was level and true. My dad and I came to the conclusion that possibly the starboard side had extra wood under the floor to compensate for the “wire run” to the back of the boat?

Nevertheless I’m working on trying to raise the stringers to the liner lip even though it’s “bumpy” and not completely flat. Once I get the stringers built up I’ll focus my attention on the bulkheads and gas tank.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: mshugg on December 04, 2019, 06:12:27 AM
The liner lip may be a little wavy where the glass want supported by the core, but it should pull to a reasonably strait line.  I’d consider temporarily screwing the lip to some kind of lever board, and use that as the base line for the height of my stringers. 
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on December 04, 2019, 07:20:21 AM
Hi Joe, with the cap still on the boat it'll be hard to get consistent measurements to the top of the stringers. It might take popping the cap loose and sliding a 2x4 under it and across the hull to get real measurements. I found out that my starboard stringer was 3/8" lower at the aft of the hull as the port stringer.  I lammed more glass (6 layers of 1708) along the top of the stringer to correct that problem.

Are you talking about the liner over the hull sides that you see in the last picture - the liner that covers the hullsides? As I mentioned earlier, I'd gently pop them loose and take them out of the hull, you'll be able to re-use them later, to save you fill/fair time. This way when you lay the floor in, you're measuring and tabbing to the hullsides, not a liner.
So, pop the liner and remove from boat, unscrew the cap and pop it free, use a 2x4 to slide along the hullside top and get good measurements and repair what you need to.  Then move on to the next step in your plan. My $.02
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on December 04, 2019, 09:07:01 AM
Hi Joe, with the cap still on the boat it'll be hard to get consistent measurements to the top of the stringers. It might take popping the cap loose and sliding a 2x4 under it and across the hull to get real measurements. I found out that my starboard stringer was 3/8" lower at the aft of the hull as the port stringer.  I lammed more glass (6 layers of 1708) along the top of the stringer to correct that problem.

Are you talking about the liner over the hull sides that you see in the last picture - the liner that covers the hullsides? As I mentioned earlier, I'd gently pop them loose and take them out of the hull, you'll be able to re-use them later, to save you fill/fair time. This way when you lay the floor in, you're measuring and tabbing to the hullsides, not a liner.
So, pop the liner and remove from boat, unscrew the cap and pop it free, use a 2x4 to slide along the hullside top and get good measurements and repair what you need to.  Then move on to the next step in your plan. My $.02


Yes, the inner liner that’s in the last picture. We thought that maybe the cap was giving us a false measurement. I’m going to start there and take the cap off to see if the hull sides could’ve been flexing in or out. I’ll take my time with this part of the rebuild to ensure a properly built vessel.

Thank you everyone
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on December 04, 2019, 07:28:48 PM
Now that the transom core is in, the hull should be stable and hold it's form. Watch and see if the hull sides are flopping in/out as you lift the cap. Might be ready to attach some 2x4s across the hull top edge to keep the hull in shape. Also you need to keep the cap close to the hull so it doesn't deform. Draw the hull with stringers drawn in on paper,  pop the cap loose loose, leave it loose and slide a 2x4 under it and across from stem taking measurements every foot to the top of the stringers and annotate on the drawing. Also measure off the hullsides to annotate the top and bottom of each stringer and also measure to the other side of the stringer top and bottom every foot along the hullside.  This is great info to keep around as you're engineering. Plus after the build you'll know exactly where everything is. Copious notes are good things. When you're done measuring, lay the cap back on to keep it's shape.

You have to have some idea how you're going to finish the inside of the boat - gelcoat or paint? When I was doing my rebuild anything below the sole was epoxy and anything above was poly for gelcoat. This wasn't a sudden decision, you have to spend a couple days here and there just staring at the boat and think all of this through - I've been known to spend a whole weekend sitting there staring and thinking. I think I came up with some good solutions but if I didn't spend the time thinking while staring at everything, it wouldn't be possible. Don't think of it as wasting time - it's called "engineering time".

I have a big liner and it allowed me to connect the sole to the hullside with epoxy and then I could hide that and attach the liner to the sole with poly. Handy trick. The beauty of popping off your hullside liners is that you can tab directly into the hull sides and then you can trim down the liners and reattach.
Keep asking questions, we're here for you.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on December 12, 2019, 06:57:08 PM
More thinking was completed this week, so nothing picture worthy. I found that the inner liner is tapered from the front to the back of the boat. At the front where the floor meets the step-up it’s 8” from the floor to the liner lip. In the middle it’s 10” and toward the back, a foot from the transom, it’s 9”.

I have two solutions to this dilemma:

1) Forget my inner liner as my floor guide and make my straight line from the floor up to my desired height. Then I’ll build my stringers up and continue on with my bulkhead placement.

2) I’ll start my floor by building a few bulkheads first. This will allow me get an accurate stringer height and to see if everything is truly level. From there I can build my stringers up and see what type of space I’ll have for a fuel tank.

My hope is that next week I’ll have more pictures of my progress. I want to gelcoat the inside and use poly above the floor.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on December 18, 2019, 05:11:18 PM
Today I ran 2x4’s across the boat on the “lip liner” to make sure it was level. It was level and showed how far off my stringers are. The way I fixed the problem was to:

1) Cut a 5x5 vinyl fence post in half
2) Place the fence post on top of my stringers and mark a line along the edges of them.
3) Take a circular saw and cut along my marked line. It took 3 passes to widen them enough.
4) Place the fence post inside of my cut grooves and tap them into place
5) Place the previously cut 2x4’s from one lip to another and tap the fence post a 1/4” below where the floor should sit. This should give me enough room for glass and bonding putty.

I’m extremely happy with how things are turning out and I can finally move forward with my build.

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/D543CC83-C82C-421A-8811-D2745EC11E87.jpeg) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=19559&title=d543cc83-c82c-421a-8811-d2745ec11e87&cat=500)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on December 18, 2019, 05:27:52 PM
Great idea! I was trying to figure out a good way that you could level them out. That should work well. How are you planning to secure them so they don't slip down once the floor goes on? Maybe you could mark them along the sides, take them out and cut them to the right height, and then tab them back in right beside the slits you cut on solid glass so they can't move? Or fill them with foam? Dunno, I'm sure there are a few different options. Just thinking out loud.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on December 18, 2019, 06:46:32 PM
So I have a couple questions:
Is the liner cut where it was at the old floor height? Is this where you want your new floor at? The old floor height was designed for older weighted motors. The new motors weigh maybe 100 more lbs and that puts the scuppers under water at the original heigth - that is why most people raise the floor up several inches and move stuff forward.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on December 18, 2019, 07:11:00 PM
Mike:
I planned on filling in the cuts with thickened epoxy, then placing the fence posts in them. I’ll have them marked for how deep to go in the stringer. I’m going to glass them in but I’d like to use a more pliable fiberglass than 1708.

RickK:
The new height I’m raising the floor to is about 2.5” or 3” above the original floor, once it’s all glassed down.

I’ve also been thinking about having my scuppers come out of the sides of the hull rather than out of the back.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on December 19, 2019, 06:09:05 PM
Today was a long but productive day. I finished cutting the stringers so the fence post can lay in the grooves level with my liner. Once I had everything cut I sanded the fence posts and my stringers, cleaned them, and vacuumed everything up.

I made a lot of thickened epoxy, set the fence posts where I previously marked them, and spread the mixture thick to the outsides of the fence posts. My next step is to glass them in and move onto building bulkheads.

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/31762C25-5E70-4CC7-9663-FA1FBEF669B2.jpeg) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=19563&title=31762c25-5e70-4cc7-9663-fa1fbef669b2&cat=500)

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/F19C2386-7930-4C72-815B-F9DB52B73B0C.jpeg) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=19564&title=f19c2386-7930-4c72-815b-f9db52b73b0c&cat=500)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on December 19, 2019, 07:19:33 PM
That is all too familiar.  :nSalute:  Hopefully it works out as well for you as it did for me.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt. Bob on December 20, 2019, 06:42:21 AM
Lookin' good CJ.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on December 20, 2019, 09:04:31 AM
Looks good Joe.  How far ahead have you thought into this? Meaning are you going to have a tower?  If you are, did you think through how you're going to attach the tower and the reinforcements needed for it?  Same for the size and attachment of the console or leaning post, etc.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on December 20, 2019, 05:20:27 PM
Looks good Joe.  How far ahead have you thought into this? Meaning are you going to have a tower?  If you are, did you think through how you're going to attach the tower and the reinforcements needed for it?  Same for the size and attachment of the console or leaning post, etc.

I plan on adding a tower and may have overlooked the supports. My original idea was to add supports to the underside of the fence posts. I was so excited that I came up with a solution to my level floor and stringer dilemma it got past me. I left 1/4” gap from the fence post tops to where the floor will sit for any extra glass and bonding putty.

I’ll see if I can come up with a tower support solution.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on January 08, 2020, 07:30:24 PM
Yesterday I was able to glass the stringers and finally get them complete. I’m probably going to go with a 30”W console, making my tower support sit directly over my stringers. I’ll either make an epoxy tile that will sit in the floor or over drill holes, fill with epoxy and tap into.

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/240A77CF-D01C-475E-90D7-6F728413B51A.jpeg) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=19599&title=240a77cf-d01c-475e-90d7-6f728413b51a&cat=500)

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/F56E4D15-6536-4CAD-948D-78CCB4F4FC7C.jpeg) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=19600&title=f56e4d15-6536-4cad-948d-78ccb4f4fc7c&cat=500)

My next step is to template and cut the floor. The scraps I’ll be able to make bulkheads out of and move forward from there. I feel like I’m actually making progress.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on January 09, 2020, 06:45:56 AM
Looking good Joe.
For the tower I would lean toward something stout - 6 layers of 1708 is about 1/4-3/8" thick. Make it twice as long and wide as needed to give more area under the floor. Over drilling for a tower won't last long before they're ripped out of floor. Lots of stress on the mounting points from a tower or t-top. Just the ride down the highway at 70mph can rip a t-top from the mounting points eventually.
Multi layer blocks of 1708 can be used for many things around the boat, like to reinforce under cleats (in case someone lifts the boat by them)  I used some to mount the transducer on the aft of the transom so I wasn't drilling into my new transom.  I also used a block to mount the fuel filter to the inside of the transom - not only saved my transom but gave me room to get my hand around the filter for removal. I think those blocks were like 12 or more layer thick.
(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/646/CIMG1479.JPG) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=12314&title=cimg1479&cat=646)

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/646/CIMG1471.JPG) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=12287&title=cimg1471&cat=646)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on January 09, 2020, 03:03:20 PM
I just finished cutting three pieces of the flooring out. It was enough for me to start on bulkheads and daydream about my next steps.

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/A90034BE-6F35-4C76-AFC1-C6C51EA5C7E9.jpeg) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=19601&title=a90034be-6f35-4c76-afc1-c6c51ea5c7e9&cat=500)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on January 09, 2020, 03:22:56 PM
Hi Joe, I'm in the process of moving all your pics that you uploaded in the "Rebuilds in process" to your Member Gallery.  When you upload look for and select "Member Gallery".  I'll fix all the existing pics that you've already posted.

EDIT: Ok, all finished.  The reason it's best to keep them in your gallery is they get all mixed with other members pics (which I need to move also) separated by when you upload the pics - sometimes years.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on January 09, 2020, 04:12:53 PM
I just finished cutting three pieces of the flooring out. It was enough for me to start on bulkheads and daydream about my next steps.

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/A90034BE-6F35-4C76-AFC1-C6C51EA5C7E9.jpeg) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=19601&title=a90034be-6f35-4c76-afc1-c6c51ea5c7e9&cat=500)
Looks good - another milestone.  :thumleft:
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt. Bob on January 10, 2020, 07:23:14 AM
 :great02:
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on January 28, 2020, 05:21:29 PM
This week I was able to cut out my rear bulkhead and glass two layers of 1708 to both sides. Since this will be above the deck, I used poly resin. On the area that will face the bow I messed around with white gel coat and put a layer on the piece.

I’ll sand the edges and gel coat, then see how it fits again. I also purchased a 55 gal moeller fuel tank which should be here sometime next week. Next I’d like to finish up several small items on the boat and have the front bulkhead cut out (the bulkhead that meets the deck to the upper floor).

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/5F90547E-1CEF-463B-9362-6DC745414BDD.jpeg) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=19677&title=5f90547e-1cef-463b-9362-6dc745414bdd&cat=500)
This is the bulkhead before I trimmed it up.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Flyguy on January 30, 2020, 11:53:55 AM
Nice job on everything! The stringers and transom look great. I am working on a 1975 which is extremely similar but I'm a couple of steps behind you (still in demo). Good luck with your build! I look forward to following along with all your posts.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on January 30, 2020, 01:18:21 PM
Cruising right along
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on January 30, 2020, 06:52:33 PM
This week I was able to cut out my rear bulkhead and glass two layers of 1708 to both sides. Since this will be above the deck, I used poly resin. On the area that will face the bow I messed around with white gel coat and put a layer on the piece.

I’ll sand the edges and gel coat, then see how it fits again. I also purchased a 55 gal moeller fuel tank which should be here sometime next week. Next I’d like to finish up several small items on the boat and have the front bulkhead cut out (the bulkhead that meets the deck to the upper floor).

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/5F90547E-1CEF-463B-9362-6DC745414BDD.jpeg) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=19677&title=5f90547e-1cef-463b-9362-6dc745414bdd&cat=500)
This is the bulkhead before I trimmed it up.
Help me out Joe. What is the piece for? Do you have a pic of the boat from the front with the deck in?
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on January 30, 2020, 07:29:05 PM
This week I was able to cut out my rear bulkhead and glass two layers of 1708 to both sides. Since this will be above the deck, I used poly resin. On the area that will face the bow I messed around with white gel coat and put a layer on the piece.

I’ll sand the edges and gel coat, then see how it fits again. I also purchased a 55 gal moeller fuel tank which should be here sometime next week. Next I’d like to finish up several small items on the boat and have the front bulkhead cut out (the bulkhead that meets the deck to the upper floor).

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/5F90547E-1CEF-463B-9362-6DC745414BDD.jpeg) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=19677&title=5f90547e-1cef-463b-9362-6dc745414bdd&cat=500)
This is the bulkhead before I trimmed it up.
Help me out Joe. What is the piece for? Do you have a pic of the boat from the front with the deck in?

I don’t have a picture from the front with the deck in. This piece will be for transom storage and access to pumps and wiring. I’d really like to have a foldable bench seat that can connect to it. I’ll be adding epoxy tiles to it.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on January 31, 2020, 06:18:07 AM
Ok, I thought it was something like that but the lower part dropping down below the stringer tops was throwing me.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Hooked-On-Shenanigans on February 05, 2020, 09:20:13 PM
Capt. Joe, on that transom bulkhead where it drops down to the hull, are you running your deck up to that and glassing the deck to that bulkhead? adding a second smaller bulkhead so the deck has a lip to rest on would be good as there would be a lot of pressure on that deck to bulkhead joint. Are you running it down to the hull for added strength For the fold  out bench seat ?

Either way, i like the design !  :thumright:
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on February 06, 2020, 08:42:44 AM
Capt. Joe, on that transom bulkhead where it drops down to the hull, are you running your deck up to that and glassing the deck to that bulkhead? adding a second smaller bulkhead so the deck has a lip to rest on would be good as there would be a lot of pressure on that deck to bulkhead joint. Are you running it down to the hull for added strength For the fold  out bench seat ?

Either way, i like the design !  :thumright:

Thank you! The deck will run up against it and I’ll also have a piece of flooring between the bulkhead and transom. I ran it down the hull sides so I can tie it in for strength and stability. I’ll cut a limber hole at the corners too. I’ll consider your idea the next time I’m working on it!

My gas tank is arriving today and I’m extremely excited to see stuff coming together.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on February 06, 2020, 07:56:59 PM
Gas tank arrived and it fits perfect. I was able to sand down my bulkhead too. Prepped for the weather, but ready to get some more work done!

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/31B3EFEC-9384-4B17-9389-032C712F60F1.jpeg) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=19821&title=31b3efec-9384-4b17-9389-032c712f60f1&cat=500)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on February 18, 2020, 04:37:01 PM
Miscellaneous glasswork was done today, along with cutting out the front bulkhead and laying glass to it. I started on measuring bulkheads, but want to make sure I’m placing them in the right location. My mind is set on trying to make supports for the front deck since there is a large gap from hull to the deck. One step at a time.

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/98136F9E-F3BE-4124-9153-F0856222EE53.jpeg) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=19859&title=98136f9e-f3be-4124-9153-f0856222ee53&cat=500)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on February 18, 2020, 06:18:22 PM
How are you going to support your fuel tank?
This is how I did mine - split 3" PVC and tapered them to make sure the rear was low but not too low. I cut up a foam padding that you see interlocked on boat floors.
(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/646/CIMG0729.JPG) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=7367&title=cimg0729&cat=646)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on February 18, 2020, 07:47:33 PM
How are you going to support your fuel tank?
This is how I did mine - split 3" PVC and tapered them to make sure the rear was low but not too low. I cut up a foam padding that you see interlocked on boat floors.
(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/646/CIMG0729.JPG) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=7367&title=cimg0729&cat=646)

Did you use a table saw to cut your pipe in half? I really like the way you setup your fuel tank coffin.

I was going to place a 1.5” round pvc down the middle. On top of the pvc would be a glassed piece of 1/4” foam that the flat belly part of my tank will sit on with neoprene. I’ll adhere the neoprene to my stringer sides too.  I’m thinking of making supports from scrap Coosa to help support the tank.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on February 19, 2020, 05:55:43 AM
I think I used a jig saw to rip them down and if I remember right they were like less than 1/2 in the aft and more than 1/2 in the front
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on March 09, 2020, 09:04:07 PM
No pictures yet, but I’m still knocking out projects.

I’m reinforcing the old large front hatch by cutting out the wood and replacing it with honeycomb board. Next week I’ll finish glassing and gel coating the inside of it.

All of my bulkheads have a layer of glass and I just need to finish sanding the edges down.

I was able to plan my gas tank placement and make a “coffin” for it. I’m going to surround the tank with 1/4” neoprene, but need to figure out a good way to secure it.

My next steps are to epoxy the bulkheads down, secure the tank, and run rigging tubes. There’s enough space for me to epoxy a 1/4” piece of aluminum along the tops of my stringers and glass over them.

I’m also ready to purchase a center console and seat combo that I think will fit perfect for what I want to do. A lot of moving parts but I’m getting closer to floor hatches, drain channels, and glassing the floor together

Pictures will be in my next post!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on March 10, 2020, 07:36:49 AM
Sounds like you're making good headway. I used contact cement to secure the neoprene in my tank coffin.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Enginerd on March 13, 2020, 09:06:02 PM
I hate to say it but I don't think cutting grooves in the stringers to level the fence post risers is a great idea. I'd be concerned about the fence post ledges cutting down into the foam. Sure you have 'glass to hold them in place, but glass is not excellent in compression. Furthermore, that glass to PVC bond is less than full strength. I hope I'm wrong and you'll likely never have an issue, but I felt the need to say something in case anyone else wants to adopt this method of raising the floor.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on March 14, 2020, 07:29:35 AM
I hate to say it but I don't think cutting grooves in the stringers to level the fence post risers is a great idea. I'd be concerned about the fence post ledges cutting down into the foam. Sure you have 'glass to hold them in place, but glass is not excellent in compression. Furthermore, that glass to PVC bond is less than full strength. I hope I'm wrong and you'll likely never have an issue, but I felt the need to say something in case anyone else wants to adopt this method of raising the floor.

Thickened epoxy was placed in the voids before the fence post was put in place.
The port side is pretty flush with the entire stringer. As for the starboard side toward the front, its a bit higher. Ill add supports underneath now that I have the chance to reinforce it. Thank you for your input!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on April 03, 2020, 09:45:23 PM
Today I finished glassing my forward locker and just have to sand apply a second coat of gelcoat to the inside.

Last week I used thickened epoxy to lock the bulkheads in and today I finished tabbing them to the hull. A 10’ 3/4” piece of pvc goes through the bulkheads to the front of the boat so any water that pools up had a place to go. I plan on foaming the empty gaps toward the front and leaving the last bulkheads toward the back act as fish boxes.

My tank coffin is also epoxied in but I have to finish adding neoprene and test fitting the tank so I can finally secure it down.

Moving along and just going for it.

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/2/EEE8BB9A-B957-4A73-9C5C-08FD79C523E6.jpeg) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=19978&title=eee8bb9a-b957-4a73-9c5c-08fd79c523e6&cat=2)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on April 04, 2020, 06:03:47 AM
Nice clean workmanship  :thumleft:
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Hooked-On-Shenanigans on April 06, 2020, 07:06:36 PM
Capt. Joe, Nice work! How far forward is your fuel tank going to sit? How far from the transom is the back of the tank bulkhead? I am trying to figure out dimensions for mine as I plan on having a tank made this week. Keep up the good work!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on April 07, 2020, 01:06:35 AM
Capt. Joe, Nice work! How far forward is your fuel tank going to sit? How far from the transom is the back of the tank bulkhead? I am trying to figure out dimensions for mine as I plan on having a tank made this week. Keep up the good work!

Thank you! My fuel tank will sit right where the floor meets the upper deck. That might be a little too far forward considering it’s a 55gal tank, but I’ll take my chances.

My tank coffin is 55” long from the front of the deck to the coffin bulkhead. This bulkhead would be 110” (9.2’) or so from my transom.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Hooked-On-Shenanigans on April 08, 2020, 06:56:44 PM
Capt.Joe, Thank you sir for those measurements! I am working on getting a tank made now. Looking like mine will be 22x9x55 giving around 50 gallons, like yours. Are you concerned about weight distribution being too far forward? That has been my #1 concern going forward with my project.  I know the orig tank was huge and sat more towards the stern/ over the console.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on April 08, 2020, 07:54:43 PM
Capt.Joe, Thank you sir for those measurements! I am working on getting a tank made now. Looking like mine will be 22x9x55 giving around 50 gallons, like yours. Are you concerned about weight distribution being too far forward? That has been my #1 concern going forward with my project.  I know the orig tank was huge and sat more towards the stern/ over the console.

I was on the verge of buying a custom tank but found one that fits just right. Though I have my concerns about weight my hope is that the boat will draft and sit better in the water. A motor, 38 gallon livewell, and a couple of people should offset my tank placement.

The flotation foam I’m going to add could help with the weight as well. I look forward to seeing the rest of your build!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Hooked-On-Shenanigans on April 08, 2020, 10:48:28 PM
I've had bad luck trying to find a used tank so i think at this point i am just going to go new custom. I agree I think with all that added weight it should balance out, suppose worst case moving the  batteries to the transom area for more offset.

Thanks! I should have some new pics posted sometime this week on mine.

The flotation foam will help a lot! Are you planning on filling any of the bulkheads on the sides/ bow or are they all going to have hatches for storage space?
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on April 09, 2020, 05:18:25 AM
I've had bad luck trying to find a used tank so i think at this point i am just going to go new custom. I agree I think with all that added weight it should balance out, suppose worst case moving the  batteries to the transom area for more offset.

Thanks! I should have some new pics posted sometime this week on mine.

The flotation foam will help a lot! Are you planning on filling any of the bulkheads on the sides/ bow or are they all going to have hatches for storage space?

I’m filling the first 8’ (the first two bulkhead compartments) with flotation foam. I may add foam under the forward deck, but not sure yet. Anything to deaden vibration and absorb unwanted wave energy is my reason behind the foam.

The rear bulkheads will be fish boxes/storage, with a decent sized hatch in between them to access pumps.

You’re producing some great work, keep it up!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on April 09, 2020, 07:51:16 AM

The flotation foam I’m going to add could help with the weight as well. I look forward to seeing the rest of your build!

The foam will not make the boat float any differently. it will only offset any water that gets inside the hull and keep you from sinking in an emergency.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on April 09, 2020, 05:00:47 PM

The flotation foam I’m going to add could help with the weight as well. I look forward to seeing the rest of your build!

The foam will not make the boat float any differently. it will only offset any water that gets inside the hull and keep you from sinking in an emergency.

Would the gasoline in the tank count as liquid that entered the hull?
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt. Bob on April 10, 2020, 09:55:18 AM

The flotation foam I’m going to add could help with the weight as well. I look forward to seeing the rest of your build!

The foam will not make the boat float any differently. it will only offset any water that gets inside the hull and keep you from sinking in an emergency.

Would the gasoline in the tank count as liquid that entered the hull?

Fuel weight should be taken into account (as it is with race cars and planes) but since it changes during the time of use, there's not a lot that you can do. Moving the tank forward and using its full weight is what most members who rebuild use as a gauge. Flotation does add weight (as does stopping at Denny's for a Grand Slam before launching) but that would be based on type, location and quantity so again, not a really deciding factor in your case.

Good luck. :thumright:
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on April 15, 2020, 09:23:53 PM
Now that I’m back working nights and adjusting to it, I’ve been doing a lot of planning. I ordered a 38gal oval livewell for my bait needs. I will order a leaning post with rod and cup holders to sit in front of the livewell. I’m still looking for the “perfect” console, but eventually I’ll just pick one.

Pictures will be on the way!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on April 17, 2020, 05:35:41 PM
Last weeks work when I glassed and gel coated the old front hatch.
(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/6FD07BD3-356F-4756-952A-A3B913B07984.jpeg) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=20055&title=6fd07bd3-356f-4756-952a-a3b913b07984&cat=500)

Final rear bulkhead where the rigging tube will run through.
(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/0FFDDAAC-FE42-4B9D-81A9-BC9E03CDB2B2.jpeg) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=20054&title=0ffddaac-fe42-4b9d-81a9-bc9e03cdb2b2&cat=500)

The base of my fish box I made with leftover honeycomb.
(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/A9A76DBE-D75C-4147-967B-F72CA215DC92.jpeg) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=20057&title=a9a76dbe-d75c-4147-967b-f72ca215dc92&cat=500)

Front bulkhead placed with thickened epoxy and tabbed in. 4’x6” 1/8” aluminum plates epoxied down.
(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/9FA35A19-A1D4-43E5-84AC-C44D7AC00ED8.jpeg) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=20056&title=9fa35a19-a1d4-43e5-84ac-c44d7ac00ed8&cat=500)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on April 30, 2020, 04:49:57 AM
I’m in need of advice and insight on how I should execute my floor hatches and gutters. Two designs come to mind and I’m not sure which would be best.

1) Flat floor hatch with no “lip”. The hatch would rest on top of the gutter.

2) Build a floor hatch that looks more traditional with a “lip” or trim that sits inside of the gutter.

Is there a laminate schedule I should follow when building my gutters? Also, what’s the best way to bond them to my floor?

Since I’ll have a lot of clients on the boat at once I want to ensure that the gutters won’t fail and break.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: mshugg on April 30, 2020, 07:19:37 AM
I purchased my hatches and rims with gutters from Gulfstream Composites (no longer in business), but I can report that the gutters were approximately 3/16” thick.  The laminate appeared to be 17 oz or 12oz biax with layers of chopped strand on both surfaces.

As for hatch lip or no, if you are coreing your hatch all the way to the edge, I see little added with a rim.  On the other hand, if you only plan to core the center of the hatch as is more common, then the rim would add stiffness to the hatch cover.

Your rebuild is looking good.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on April 30, 2020, 10:42:20 AM
I made gutters and did a flat hatch without a lip and they worked well. I made a quick and dirty mold out of melamine. I made the channels all straight and cut them to size and 45'd them together afterwards and then glassed them all to the bottom of the floor before installing it. I think I used one layer of matt and then 3 layers of 1700 for each one and they are plenty strong. It was relatively easy and cheap vs paying +/- $500 each for them since I have four.

If I were to do it again I would do a few things a little differently. first I would gelcoat the mold first before laying them up. I painted them after the fact and I think it would have worked better to just gel the mold. I would also rethink the size of the openings. I didn't quite anticipate how much of the openings the gutters would take up and I ended up sliding them back under the floor a little to make the opening a little bigger. It still drains fine but it makes cleaning out leaves and dirt harder. I would also make the actual gutter part a little wider. Hope this helps.

Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on April 30, 2020, 03:21:09 PM
Thank you Mshugg and TBM, your insight is always appreciated!

What’s the best method for cutting the hatch out of the floor? Router, circular saw, oscillator? Is there a router bit size you recommend?

Gel coating the gutter mold is a great tip. I want my gutters to be square like an upside down top-hat. I’ll see what HD or the internet has and post my findings. Hopefully it won’t rain tomorrow!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on April 30, 2020, 06:59:21 PM
I hope it stays dry too because we are supposed to head out on the boat.  :cheering2:

My floors are coosa so I actually used the grinder with a diamond cutoff wheel and a very steady hand lol. I used a jigsaw in the corners but the grinder actually cuts a cleaner line. Then I went over the edges with either a 1/8 or 1/4 inch roundover bit to clean it up. Probably not the best method in the world but it worked.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Hooked-On-Shenanigans on May 12, 2020, 06:21:39 PM
Capt. Joe, I will be watching for your updates as i am at the same stage as you figuring out my hatch ring ideas, etc.  :thumright:
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on May 16, 2020, 08:15:34 PM
Today I picked up a console I found online. It’s built like a tank and almost the exact measurements I was looking for. When I got to his place I quickly learned that I was buying my console from Corey Lynch, the former NFL safety.

A very cool story that will be added to my boat and couldn’t be happier.

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/0B568283-B72C-4240-8DB8-433212247B6A.png) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=20159&title=0b568283-b72c-4240-8db8-433212247b6a&cat=500)

(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/A47000AE-C0F9-4539-AEF3-B00CF58207ED.png) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=20160&title=a47000ae-c0f9-4539-aef3-b00cf58207ed&cat=500)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: mshugg on May 18, 2020, 07:12:24 AM
Great looking console.  Cool story too.  Isn’t that what boats are? Machines for collecting stories.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on May 18, 2020, 06:28:54 PM
Yup that's a cool story.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Ulysses485 on May 18, 2020, 08:12:52 PM
Good looking console. They seem hard to find from my short research. Mind sharing the dimensions?

Thank You

Ulysses
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on May 20, 2020, 08:28:31 AM
Good looking console. They seem hard to find from my short research. Mind sharing the dimensions?

Thank You

Ulysses

I was set on purchasing a panga console, but was nervous on how long it was (52”-55”). This console is 48”L x 27.5”W x 38.5”H.

Constant checking on Craigslist, Facebook, and ebay is what it took. If I come across anything I will post it!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on July 18, 2020, 05:18:15 PM
 This week I was able to finish glassing up the parts for my fish boxes and also tried to make a hatch gutter. To make the gutter I used a 2”x1” piece of aluminum that’s used for lanai’s. Waxed it really good and used 2 sheets of 1.5oz mat and 1 sheet of 1708 with epoxy.

Once I trim the edges and sand it, I’ll lay some gel coat on it.
(http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/452135B5-2A4E-4F25-9FE3-5FA2AF745E8B.png) (http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=20453&title=452135b5-2a4e-4f25-9fe3-5fa2af745e8b&cat=500)

Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Ulysses485 on July 19, 2020, 11:50:37 AM
I’d love to hear this further explained. How did you create the profile? You have a picture of the “mold” you could share?

Thank You

Ulysses
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on July 19, 2020, 08:21:23 PM
I’ll document more of the process when I get a chance to.

I had some old melamine desk drawers that I waxed entirely and used as my base. I waxed the aluminum piece and placed it on top of the drawers. It would’ve been wise for me to screw or glue it in place but I was only testing it out. Since it turned out well I’m going to use it.

When I cut my glass to go over on top of the aluminum I made it a few inches wider on both sides. One edge will be used to glass to my floor and the other I’m going to attach Trim Lock rubber seal. Wet everything out with epoxy, then csm, then one layer of 1708, and finally one more piece of csm.

It’s really strong and Im happy with how it came out.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on July 19, 2020, 08:48:36 PM
Looks like they came out good.  :thumleft:
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on July 31, 2020, 06:38:14 PM
Last week I epoxied the rear bulkhead in and filled the hole on the port side of the boat (where the plastic ventilation plate was) with 1/2” coosa board.

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/8E6F4336-15BC-44A8-AE6C-12509D03E5E2.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=20530&title=8e6f4336-15bc-44a8-ae6c-12509d03e5e2&cat=500)

Today I epoxied my fish boxes in and placed a few bricks on top of the base so that everything would lay even. Next I’ll sand the boxes down, lay a sheet of csm inside, and lay two layers of gel coat down.

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/CF8BBA0B-0667-4880-B761-18CFFF8C7982.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=20531&title=cf8bba0b-0667-4880-b761-18cfff8c7982&cat=500)

Ulysses, I didn’t forget about your comment and plan on documenting the hatch gutters.

I plan on cutting out my hatches out of the floor BEFORE I glass my floor pieces together. Then I’ll use poly on the hatch lids. This is what’s next on my checklist. Little. By. Little.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on September 07, 2020, 12:03:32 AM
Picked up my 45gal oval livewell from Epic marine this past Friday. Now I’m looking for a leaning post to place in front of it.

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/AF43573E-10AB-46AF-85F4-8109290756F0.png) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=20845&title=af43573e-10ab-46af-85f4-8109290756f0&cat=500)

I also got my gas tank installed.

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/9A46FDE6-37C9-4E4E-BE36-86B6F64364EC.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=20844&title=9a46fde6-37c9-4e4e-be36-86b6f64364ec&cat=500)

I’m testing a new idea for my hatch gutters to see if I can get them to come out in one piece. Working hard to get this boat up and running.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on September 07, 2020, 06:34:08 AM
Nice progress.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt. Bob on September 10, 2020, 08:58:02 AM
 :great02:
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on September 10, 2020, 01:30:32 PM
Getting there!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on September 25, 2020, 08:57:54 PM
Had a couple of hours to spare today and finally cut out my first hatch for the floor. Next week I’ll cut the rest out and prepare to epoxy the floor together.

After I cut the hatch out, I decided to start getting my hatch gutter idea underway. I’m using 2x2 pieces of wood (actual 1.5x1.5) and made a frame for my gutters. My next step is to lay it down on melamine or project board, wax it really well, and lay/epoxy glass to it.

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/77724770-9F1F-4CA9-AE0D-460F8673A928.png) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=20957&title=77724770-9f1f-4ca9-ae0d-460f8673a928&cat=500)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/64826023-E638-4B8E-BA11-4D09184AA4E3.png) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=20956&title=64826023-e638-4b8e-ba11-4d09184aa4e3&cat=500)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/9E8CB2D9-DB72-4410-BBF9-C206F93FA011.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=20952&title=9e8cb2d9-db72-4410-bbf9-c206f93fa011&cat=500)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on February 16, 2021, 01:20:04 AM
*UPDATE*

My floor is glassed together in one piece. Rigging tube is attached to my starboard stringer using two stainless steel straps and 5200. I’m replacing my fuel tank straps with stainless.

Today I tested my first gutter hatch mold idea. I used 2x2’s as my frame, glued to a cheap laminate board from Home Depot, and waxed it. Single pieces of glass were cut to cover the entire area, then one solid piece to tie the whole thing together. Wax paper and clamps were used to hold it in place keep the shape.

My first attempt at it was ruined by contaminated epoxy (I double dipped my chip brush). I realized what I could do better and tried it again. Right now my second attempt it’s drying and tomorrow I’ll pull it out of my mold to see if it could actually work for my application.


(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/E529CC98-5DDE-41DC-BBBE-34BC1B11CF8B.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=21532&title=e529cc98-5dde-41dc-bbbe-34bc1b11cf8b&cat=500)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/AFCB2D6A-471A-456B-A767-43A179F90B8B.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=21531&title=afcb2d6a-471a-456b-a767-43a179f90b8b&cat=500)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/53F724F6-534D-41A7-A71F-FB84C84F2DDB.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=21529&title=53f724f6-534d-41a7-a71f-fb84c84f2ddb&cat=500)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/5C40036E-581F-456D-8FB0-7D72F115A5DA.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=21530&title=5c40036e-581f-456d-8fb0-7d72f115a5da&cat=500)

More updates to come!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on February 16, 2021, 12:38:39 PM
Getting it out of the mold was a pain but I know what I need to do for the next one. It came out exactly as I envisioned and I believe will work wonders on the boat. Idk why the gutter project was so important to me but I’m so happy that it came out correct.

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/F84E2476-747E-43B0-AA25-D0F773B22300.png) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=21534&title=f84e2476-747e-43b0-aa25-d0f773b22300&cat=500)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/6931153F-0979-4D80-8E33-7A848C1A9795.png) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=21533&title=6931153f-0979-4d80-8e33-7a848c1a9795&cat=500)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on February 17, 2021, 05:29:26 AM
 :thumleft:
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on February 17, 2021, 08:34:29 AM
Looking good. A few suggestions that I learned after making mine if you don't mind. First, if you've got a router, round over those edges a little. It will help the glass lay down better and make wiping them out easier once they are in the boat and full of leaves. What are your plans for the drains? Try to get the biggest ones you can fit in there, and make sure they have a screen over them to keep the lines from clogging up. And third, you may want to add a few more layers of glass. They will flex some when you're standing on the lid with just two.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on February 17, 2021, 12:01:38 PM
The first thing I did when I popped it out of the mold was stand on it lol Since it flexed I plan on adding two more layers of glass.

I forgot to add pictures of my glassed hatches. I used poly, 1708, CSM, and 5/8” honeycomb board to stiffen them.

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/787A82A6-CB8D-47F4-8CEA-1C242DCF52E4.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=21535&title=787a82a6-cb8d-47f4-8cea-1c242dcf52e4&cat=500)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on February 24, 2021, 07:38:11 PM
My goal is to have the floor epoxied down this weekend or next. I know I’m getting ahead of myself but I’m trying to plan my next step which is my cap.

I want to remove the old wood, clean the undersides, lay glass, then add coosa, and glass over that.

Question:
When I go to remove the cap do I need to support it with anything to keep its shape? Can I remove it, flip it up side down, and proceed with my plan or will that ruin its structural integrity?
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on February 25, 2021, 05:34:57 AM
Yes, you need to keep the width stable at least with a 1x2 clamped or screwed across at the rear. You can keep the sheer line pretty easily by setting it upside down on some saw horses/framing, that is how I worked on mine.
(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/646/CIMG1076.JPG) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=9081&title=cimg1076&cat=646)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/646/CIMG1084.JPG) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=9183&title=cimg1084&cat=646)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: dakota on April 14, 2021, 04:50:37 AM
hi can you tell me what engine size is ok for repower of a 1976 222 Asport?? or is it better to closeup open transome & use a "bracket w/motor outside?? thanks,  dakota
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on June 19, 2021, 11:07:29 PM
First and foremost, the floor is in! I didn’t glue the front floor in just yet but the main floor is epoxied down. I removed those cheap fuel tank straps and installed 4 really nice heavy duty aluminum angle. The hat he gutters are glued and glassed down as well. It took 5 quarts of epoxy mixed with fumed silica to cover both stringers and about 2 quarts to fill the edges and seams.

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/3EC08B45-CB1A-430B-97EC-7BE9157D606B.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=21906&title=3ec08b45-cb1a-430b-97ec-7be9157d606b&cat=500)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/0E0C4A5E-C186-4C4E-A02F-43D5FAC21B2C.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=21905&title=0e0c4a5e-c186-4c4e-a02f-43d5fac21b2c&cat=500)

Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on June 20, 2021, 06:21:49 AM
Lookin good.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on June 20, 2021, 06:57:54 PM
Nice work, keep it up!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt. Bob on June 22, 2021, 07:30:43 AM
 :great02:
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on August 22, 2021, 07:13:04 PM
I know I know, a post without pictures is worthless BUT I’m knocking out big projects!

The cap is recored, the front portion of the floor is glassed, and I’m currently making a stiffener for the front floor. Once I knock out a few small things and we get some promising weather I’ll be ready to lay the final layer of glass on the main deck.

I’m only a few work days away from starting the fairing and sanding process. I promise I’ll upload some photos the next time I post.

Cheers!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on August 22, 2021, 07:17:10 PM
👍
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Ulysses485 on August 22, 2021, 08:44:19 PM
Good to hear things are still moving along! Please do share photos! :)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on September 26, 2021, 04:29:26 PM
After laying 4 layers of 1708 (2 on each side) on the front floor, glueing the hatch gutter and the hatch to it, i was able to set it inside of the boat.

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/C56449FE-A081-463A-A907-116CE6BB5A07.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22123&title=c56449fe-a081-463a-a907-116ce6bb5a07&cat=500)

My next step is to start fairing and sanding the entire boat. Once it’s ready for paint, im going to use my neighbors shop as a paint booth to spray it.

Now im looking at motors and different style brackets. I really wanted a porta bracket but starting to really like the Armstrong ones.

More progress to come!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on September 27, 2021, 05:10:51 AM
Another check on the checklist.  :thumleft:
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Ulysses485 on September 27, 2021, 08:54:03 PM
It’s coming along! Nice work! Are you planning having a larger access hatch at the face of the casting deck?
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on September 28, 2021, 08:35:37 AM
I’m not adding anymore storage on the decks but might enclose the area at the bow nose so I can lay an anchor in there. I was going to make an anchor locker too but I’d rather just get this thing on the water and fabricate one later.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Ulysses485 on September 28, 2021, 09:51:25 AM
I’m not adding anymore storage on the decks but might enclose the area at the bow nose so I can lay an anchor in there. I was going to make an anchor locker too but I’d rather just get this thing on the water and fabricate one later.

I feel your pain. I have been wanting to get my 81’ on the water for quite some time now. I would suggest building a triangular box and mounting it to the underside of the cap at the front. This is how my 81’ is and I can see it to be very useful. It drains right in that cavity below and drains to the bilge area below the tank cavity. You could always cut out and deal with the details of the gutter/lid fabrication and finish after the cap is installed.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on November 18, 2021, 08:38:49 PM
I’m in the fairing and sanding process. I still have things to finish up but starting this makes me feel like I’m moving forward. A mix of 1:1.5 poly resin and 3m glass spheres with maybe a 1/4 cabosil makes a perfect putty. I used a kitchen baking spoon to fill in the radius and a spackling tool to lay it down on the floor.

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/89C860AD-8705-41DD-964F-3996828C185D.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22236&title=89c860ad-8705-41dd-964f-3996828c185d&cat=500)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/77DAFD2A-C539-42C4-AE48-E3EFF92B3000.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22235&title=77dafd2a-c539-42c4-ae48-e3eff92b3000&cat=500)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on November 19, 2021, 04:37:01 PM
Let the fun begin.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Ulysses485 on November 19, 2021, 08:02:40 PM
Lookin good! I have been using straight cabosil. How is like adding the glass spheres? It seems it makes the fairing and sanding easier from what I understand?
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on November 19, 2021, 08:59:22 PM
Lookin good! I have been using straight cabosil. How is like adding the glass spheres? It seems it makes the fairing and sanding easier from what I understand?

The glass spheres really create a smooth creamy texture. It makes mixing and spreading a lot easier. I wish I knew to use this for all of my fillets under the floor.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Ulysses485 on November 19, 2021, 11:05:27 PM
Lookin good! I have been using straight cabosil. How is like adding the glass spheres? It seems it makes the fairing and sanding easier from what I understand?

The glass spheres really create a smooth creamy texture. It makes mixing and spreading a lot easier. I wish I knew to use this for all of my fillets under the floor.
:thumleft: Great! Thanks for the feedback. Gotta get me some!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on December 19, 2021, 04:02:29 PM
Knocked down the high spots from my fairing and sanded everything smooth. Still some filling and sanding left but excited to say I’m ready to paint the inside. Any painting prep tips would be appreciated!

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/EB49D3FF-8983-46D0-9E56-F646C39BDCFB.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22258&title=eb49d3ff-8983-46d0-9e56-f646c39bdcfb&cat=500)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/3FA5DBCC-7181-4922-A0E9-0468E1E1BE1D.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22256&title=3fa5dbcc-7181-4922-a0e9-0468e1e1be1d&cat=500)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Ulysses485 on December 19, 2021, 10:28:00 PM
Looking good! Im sure your itching to get a finish color on it…LOL!

Not to start a paint vs. Gelcoat discussion but if your asking about paint prep, is Gelcoat not an option for the inside (I only ask because it seems your using polyester resin products)? I personally like the durability of Gelcoat and as I understand it, paint is just easier and less Maintance to keep its shine. I am no help for paint prep but if Gelcoat, duratec his the way to go as I am about to spray cap and liner in about a week or so on my 81’
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on December 20, 2021, 07:14:06 PM
My apologies, I’ll be gel coating the boat! I use ‘paint’ as a general term. I’m looking forward to see how your spray project goes.

I’m tired of sanding and want to go fishing already hahaha
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Ulysses485 on December 20, 2021, 11:48:26 PM
My apologies, I’ll be gel coating the boat! I use ‘paint’ as a general term. I’m looking forward to see how your spray project goes.

I’m tired of sanding and want to go fishing already hahaha

Good to hear! I’m a big advocate for Gelcoat. I will say I tried a dump gun and it was a terrible idea. Created a ton of work for myself cleaning up orange peel on the console. The way to go seems to be a cheap harbor freight gun drilled out or they sell them with a few tips (1.4mm,1.7mm, and 2.5mm) on Amazon. Pretty sure I am going with glossy spray on the cap and inside liner. The deck and casting platform are getting coarse grit. I have found that raw waxed Gelcoat works well as it’s own filler. Gelcoat is like molding clay it seems.. lol…the more labor you put into it, the nicer the finish. Sanding schedule I have seen is 80-150 before Gelcoat then wet sand with 320/400/600/800/1000/1500/compound polish. I hear you can stop at 800 and compound from there but who’s counting man hours and sanding pads at that point anyhow…haha.

Ok I’m done rambling. Hope that helps. - Ulysses
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on January 17, 2022, 05:16:07 PM
A while back I made my transom cap out of 5/8” honeycomb. I didn’t like how it looked once I put my cap back on the boat so I made a new one out of 1/4” foam.

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/09192019-FEDE-4549-A617-C09E44C93200.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22310&title=09192019-fede-4549-a617-c09e44c93200&cat=500)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/E141F34A-083F-466D-AAA6-C44D39492185.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22318&title=e141f34a-083f-466d-aaa6-c44d39492185&cat=500)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/6B4509AD-EA44-4334-A031-1947A97A731C.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22313&title=6b4509ad-ea44-4334-a031-1947a97a731c&cat=500)

It flows a lot nicer and is rock solid. I laid 2 layers of 1708 on each side (4 total) and used some bilge paint on the underside. Right now it has one layer of fairing compound that needs to be sanded down.

I brought my console home and made a cooler seat out of the 5/8” honeycomb piece that I had glassed up. I glued it in, ran fairing around the edges, sanded it, and gel coated it this afternoon.

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/348E2451-DD63-4E0A-9A3E-6EE851592776.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22311&title=348e2451-dd63-4e0a-9a3e-6ee851592776&cat=500)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/E7925834-8ABD-4703-83D8-04469A64C665.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22314&title=e7925834-8abd-4703-83d8-04469a64c665&cat=500)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/B7126C05-F69B-4A7A-9583-4E80C2396FA1.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22316&title=b7126c05-f69b-4a7a-9583-4e80c2396fa1&cat=500)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/CF721694-BDD6-47CA-873E-13794DB73A44.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22317&title=cf721694-bdd6-47ca-873e-13794db73a44&cat=500)

I’m now continuing to sand and fair. I have someone coming out to sandblast the bottom paint off the boat.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Ulysses485 on January 17, 2022, 10:06:29 PM
Nice work Capt. Joe! Looks good and coming along.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on January 18, 2022, 06:08:28 AM
Great progress  :thumleft:
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on January 18, 2022, 07:02:30 AM
Looking good. It's nice when you can find a use for those scrap pieces. I'll be crossing the bottom paint bridge as well soon
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt. Bob on January 18, 2022, 05:59:52 PM
Lookin' good indeed. :thumright:

Love the CBS blocks!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Permit53 on March 02, 2022, 01:08:44 PM
This build is coming along nicely!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on March 09, 2022, 07:02:49 AM
Thank you! I’m still in the fairing and sanding process of the boat but will be getting it into my neighbors shop for paint. One of the reasons I’m switching to paint is that they have the color that I want and I feel like it’ll be easier to spray since I’m a beginner.

I’ve made a few modifications in regard to the hatches I made. The hatches were great but I kept running into issues with sanding and getting things to stick to it well. So Im going with DPI marine hatches.

Oh, and I bought a porta bracket!

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/005A51D1-EF9D-492D-8EA5-82D4631A4EDD.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22447&title=005a51d1-ef9d-492d-8ea5-82d4631a4edd&cat=500)

After the Sand Blasting:

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/A24ED159-E1C9-4F0A-A024-74164468BA54.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22449&title=a24ed159-e1c9-4f0a-a024-74164468ba54&cat=500)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/BD484D16-641F-41AB-9567-91BBC1FBC19B.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22450&title=bd484d16-641f-41ab-9567-91bbc1fbc19b&cat=500)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Ulysses485 on March 09, 2022, 10:31:23 PM
Coming along. What color did you decide? Darker colors tend to do better with paint because Gelcoat “chalks”. Be careful with those blocks laying sideways as they are not structural laying that way. Get yourself some 2x wood blocking to protect the hull bottom too. Porta bracket looks good in white!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on March 10, 2022, 06:58:04 AM
Nice. Did you grab that bracket on Marketplace? Looks like the one I was watching that just sold.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on March 10, 2022, 09:38:20 AM
The boats off the blocks and back on the trailer ready to go in the shop this Saturday.
The porta bracket was on marketplace!
I’m going with Awlcraft 2000 Stars and Stripes Blue, Matterhorn White for the rest of the boat, and white Tuff Coat non skid on the deck. Pictures of progress soon to come!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Fish Head on March 10, 2022, 02:51:44 PM
I used tuff coat smooth texture non skid on my rebuild last year and am completely satisfied and happy with results. Plenty of grip on a wet deck with the smooth texture option! I went with the smooth texture because family likes to go barefoot when it’s warm and once in awhile when you kneel down in shorts I did not want to be scraping skin. The reviews online led me in that direction for texture choice.Unfortunately I just noticed it looks like Tuff Coat stopped making the smooth version? But since your going with white it still seems like some suppliers have that color left in stock in the smooth texture. Medium might be a little rough on bare feet according to some of the reviews? Otherwise solid product. Just my 2 cents. Cheers T
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on March 10, 2022, 04:52:41 PM
The porta bracket was on marketplace!

Nice. I was about to message him about it because it was there for a while but I ended up spending all my money on a pail of resin instead 🤑
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on March 23, 2022, 07:33:47 PM
Busy week for me. Puttied and glassed the hatch access holes that weren’t sturdy. Sanded them down and they’re ready for fairing compound. Sanded down the console, rolled 2 layers of gelcoat, and epoxied it down. Next is to continue fairing and sanding hull sides. I can see the light at the end of the tunnel… right?

Console gel coated

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/E79C6E0D-7101-4913-9009-83CC49290C39.png) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22581&title=e79c6e0d-7101-4913-9009-83cc49290c39&cat=500)

Console epoxied

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/CC9FF9A1-9212-44AF-93AA-82FC68D77FEF.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22580&title=cc9ff9a1-9212-44af-93aa-82fc68d77fef&cat=500)

The boat at my neighbors shop

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/5B0078DD-CEB0-4C52-B32E-61666E267285.png) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22578&title=5b0078dd-ceb0-4c52-b32e-61666e267285&cat=500)

Console

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/87E45B16-7886-4442-AF1E-5CA9CE7DCF4A.png) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22579&title=87e45b16-7886-4442-af1e-5ca9ce7dcf4a&cat=500)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on March 31, 2022, 08:23:44 PM
I started fairing the boat with Total Fair. It’s an extremely nice product to work with and in my opinion with every penny. Going to do one more thick coat on the transom and sand it down smooth. There’s one spot that’s pretty low but everywhere is is right where it needs to be.

Transom and Total Fair

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/F07FFD61-F8D2-49EC-939A-16F342CAAAB4.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22620&title=f07ffd61-f8d2-49ec-939a-16f342caaab4&cat=500)

Transom Sanded Down

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/12CB3371-0EDB-44DE-9443-C0664A97AFF1.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22616&title=12cb3371-0edb-44de-9443-c0664a97aff1&cat=500)

Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on March 31, 2022, 08:49:43 PM
Coming along nicely
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on April 19, 2022, 01:59:01 PM
Three layers of Totalfair, sanding with 40 grit on a straight line sander, and finished off with 120grit.

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/01FCAAA8-77AB-45FA-9166-F0EF44788783.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22651&title=01fcaaa8-77ab-45fa-9166-f0ef44788783&cat=500)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/BD9AA0D8-0545-4044-8B94-D6C2F2E32180.png) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22655&title=bd9aa0d8-0545-4044-8b94-d6c2f2e32180&cat=500)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/F7235E4B-B41C-4311-9EEE-B4F516E454BC.png) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22656&title=f7235e4b-b41c-4311-9eee-b4f516e454bc&cat=500)

I’m “done” with the transom and 95% done with the port hull side. Next I’m going to finish fairing the cap and inside hull sides, then move on to the starboard hull side.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on April 20, 2022, 06:25:48 AM
I know you're happy to check that box.  :great02:
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on June 11, 2022, 09:50:32 PM
So I faired 90% of the boat and decided to get some help with the final touches. The hull sides were primed with 545 and finished with Stars and Stripes blue. The bottom will be painted with Pettit Vivid white and the inside/console/livewell sprayed Oyster White. A lot more steps left but moving in the right direction.

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/E5982F76-E6C5-444F-9DBF-7C9BECDB190B.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22803&title=e5982f76-e6c5-444f-9dbf-7c9becdb190b&cat=500)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/3F7BF942-02CD-4D98-AAAF-57A10DF1899F.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22799&title=3f7bf942-02cd-4d98-aaaf-57a10df1899f&cat=500)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/72F28EFF-D52D-4777-893B-F0AA825BE177.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22801&title=72f28eff-d52d-4777-893b-f0aa825be177&cat=500)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/700C35F5-523E-4892-A988-4BA4708C4FBA.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22800&title=700c35f5-523e-4892-a988-4ba4708c4fba&cat=500)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/9E4A04EB-80ED-4342-9298-1B82DDDCD901.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22802&title=9e4a04eb-80ed-4342-9298-1b82dddcd901&cat=500)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/9040AAB7-4B96-45AC-8627-8B1DB7C26B5C.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22806&title=9040aab7-4b96-45ac-8627-8b1db7c26b5c&cat=500)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/8E5E13BD-E5EE-4BE2-A091-39A90BAE43EC.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22805&title=8e5e13bd-e5ee-4be2-a091-39a90bae43ec&cat=500)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/354FEA31-D7F7-4499-A5F3-4ACD703002E0.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22804&title=354fea31-d7f7-4499-a5f3-4acd703002e0&cat=500)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on June 12, 2022, 05:21:17 AM
Los of good progress there - looks great.  :thumleft:
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on June 12, 2022, 07:32:54 AM
Very nice! That color is on my short list for my 250
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on July 05, 2022, 09:24:41 AM
Okay, so the boat is finally painted and gel coated. The hull sides came out near perfect. The bottom of the boat had so many holes so it’s not 100% but damn near perfect. As for the cap, hull sides, and floor it has been gel coated and will get more attention once everything else gets installed. She’s sitting on a new trailer too!

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/1E01BB0E-5BBE-4613-8062-447DB3E197BF.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22822&title=1e01bb0e-5bbe-4613-8062-447db3e197bf&cat=500)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/E31BFCE6-0D91-44F4-8343-071DB7FEF034.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22824&title=e31bfce6-0d91-44f4-8343-071db7fef034&cat=500)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/A5CE1F2F-EF6B-4DE7-B868-59B06AEB0C68.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22823&title=a5ce1f2f-ef6b-4de7-b868-59b06aeb0c68&cat=500)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on July 06, 2022, 05:55:48 AM
Gorgeous
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on July 06, 2022, 07:41:39 AM
Gorgeous

Yes it is! Nice work!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt. Bob on July 07, 2022, 11:27:21 PM
 :great02:
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Ulysses485 on July 08, 2022, 09:19:41 PM
Coming along nicely! Great Work! I cant remember but what are you doing for power?
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on July 09, 2022, 06:34:51 PM
I’ve been told to do different things for power. Some say to get a 150 because the boat wasn’t made for power, others have said to get a 250 because of the weight of the boat and having a top would makes it like a kite.

Personally I’m set on going with a 200 (probably suzuki). Once the Ranger gets sold I’ll move on to thinking about power more.

Right now I’m starting to plumb my livewell and start on some electrical!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on July 09, 2022, 08:59:20 PM
I would go with the 200 if you can. I went with a 140 on mine to save weight and it's been a great motor but there have been times where I've wanted a little more torque. (With two or three people it's perfect but I had 8 on board for the 4th and it was a little sluggish.) The 150 and 200 zukes weigh about the same and I haven't heard many people say they wish they had less power.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on November 07, 2022, 08:04:45 PM
Believe it or not I’m still getting the boat ready for the water hahaha The boat got a custom leaning post seat and was in the process of getting a custom tower. My suzuki engine came in so I brought the boat over to the shop to get it all outfitted, then I’ll bring it back to get my tower.

Since I’m at this point my question is should I move forward with the porta bracket or should I go with an Armstrong bracket?

My concern is the leverage on the transom from the porta bracket. I feel the leverage would be distributed through the transom and hull better if I had the Armstrong. Hopefully someone has some insight on this concern.

More pictures to come in the near future!

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/8F9BF2DA-7413-4E97-8B2E-C43795984D6B.png) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=22980&title=8f9bf2da-7413-4e97-8b2e-c43795984d6b&cat=500)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Ulysses485 on November 08, 2022, 12:10:25 PM
Progress is progress is how I see it. Getting the shiny stuff is good motivation for me at least. I would personally think a porta bracket would serve you better with that hull. However, I can't remember how high your floor is. I assume you raised the stringers a few inches? How tall is it from the main deck to the top of the cap at the transom sides? I see you went with the DPI hatches. I am doing the same with my 81' 222 Refresh in the console and for the Bilge.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on November 08, 2022, 07:42:57 PM
I raised the floor a good 2-3” if I remember correctly. The DPI hatches are nice and solid. I wish I decided to go that route before I tried to glass my own hatches lol

Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Ulysses485 on November 09, 2022, 07:57:22 AM
I think you will be fine as far as self bailing is concerned. I would think that you would be ok with either a porta bracket but I feel like I have seen most install knees that running taller than the tops of the stringers to support the lever on the transom from the motor hanging on a porta bracket. I think it would come down to how much glass you have on the transom and the tabbing from the stringers to the transom. I hope that helps.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on November 09, 2022, 04:52:58 PM
Good advice about the "knees" from @Ulysses485
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on November 09, 2022, 07:37:16 PM
Thank you all for the advice! I’m sorry I haven’t posted my rebuild in awhile but it’s still coming along strong.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on January 25, 2023, 07:54:46 PM
The motor is finally hung and all of the rigging is almost complete. Can not wait to get the custom tower finished and this boat on the water.

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/38EAC606-91D0-4B00-A3DA-CF940EAC8ED1.png) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23167&title=38eac606-91d0-4b00-a3da-cf940eac8ed1&cat=500)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/DBECB9D9-0B2C-486A-8CEA-8AB26D943946.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23166&title=dbecb9d9-0b2c-486a-8cea-8ab26d943946&cat=500)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/DA0E2946-1537-4F07-84D8-2117441797FE.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23165&title=da0e2946-1537-4f07-84d8-2117441797fe&cat=500)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt. Bob on January 27, 2023, 11:51:44 AM
Lookin' good.  :thumright:
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on January 27, 2023, 01:56:00 PM
Nice progress Joe  :salut:
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Ulysses485 on January 27, 2023, 02:05:46 PM
Coming along beautifully! Well done sir! Suzuki 200 looks good on there! I’m sure you are ready for it to be on the water!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on March 10, 2023, 07:16:16 AM
I still have a few misc items to check off the list but the tower is complete and now cushions will hopefully be done today. The shop said that they were able to get 50mph out of the boat with great fuel mileage.

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/59C32B24-0BBE-469D-80B0-F8173E606988.png) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23253&title=59c32b24-0bbe-469d-80b0-f8173e606988&cat=500)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/27ACD414-043D-49DD-BC51-2803C1CB5353.png) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23252&title=27acd414-043d-49dd-bc51-2803c1cb5353&cat=500)

I promise more updates to come!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on March 10, 2023, 08:26:45 AM
Nice. Almost done.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on March 11, 2023, 06:29:46 PM
Got the boat back from the fabricator and couldn’t be happier. I dropped her in the water at the local ramp to test it out and WOW. The boat exceeded my expectations. It handles great and goes just as fast as the flats boat (that I sold today!). I’ll continue posting updates but I’m proud to say that my rebuild has been complete.

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/61BDC93D-9784-45AF-9E25-8EC596359D3F.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23275&title=61bdc93d-9784-45af-9e25-8ec596359d3f&cat=500)

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/500/4B1024CC-43AF-43AB-9529-36910C50C148.jpeg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23274&title=4b1024cc-43af-43ab-9529-36910c50c148&cat=500)
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt. Bob on March 11, 2023, 06:31:53 PM
Excellent work Captain. :thumright:
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Nates 86 200 on March 12, 2023, 05:08:58 AM
Congratulations!! You did a great job. Good to see that you stayed the course these projects are definitely not for the faint of heart. Boat came out perfect. Enjoy her Captain!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: RickK on March 12, 2023, 06:18:13 AM
She's a beauty - Congrats.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Tampa Bay Mike on March 17, 2023, 03:16:58 PM
She came out great. Nice work! 
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Ulysses485 on March 22, 2023, 12:59:38 PM
Looks Incredible! Job well done!  :clap01: Thanks for sharing it all the way to the finish line!  :13: The blue really pops with the white bottom and interior. Let us know some numbers when you get her wet.

Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: pwh70 on April 09, 2023, 05:32:34 PM
Joe,

How did you make out with the level that your boat sits in the water? I'm rebuilding my 22-2 as well (just coming out of the demo stage) and will be replacing the 55 gallon fuel tank as well. Yours is a good 2 feet farther forward than mine was, but you also have the bracket out back to compensate with some engine weight.

You can see from the coffin base in this pic how far back it sat from the casting deck. I believe yours is placed tight up against that same deck?

(https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/data/611/IMG_3641.jpg) (https://classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=23344&title=22-2-demo-hull&cat=611)

Not only is your rebuild outstanding, but your thread is an excellent how-to for others to follow!

Thanks,
Paul
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on April 09, 2023, 07:05:10 PM
Hey Paul! Thank you for your kind words.

The boat sits in the water almost near perfect. It rides great and the draft is really not much different than my Ranger flats boat.

If I could go back I’d move the tank about a foot back only for the reason of accessibility to the fuel lines. Other than that I have no complaints for how it rides.

I hope this helps and I look forward to seeing your rebuild!
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: redtail14 on October 20, 2023, 02:36:35 PM
all in cost? I'm about to pick up a 1973  222...
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: Capt.Joe on October 25, 2023, 09:32:23 PM
All in cost is around $50k. My biggest expense was the motor and rigging but I didn’t want to deal with any issues out on the water buying used.

The 12 degree 222 is an amazing riding boat. I’d do it all over again if given the chance.
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: milnejk on November 14, 2023, 11:08:46 AM
Would you be interested in selling your hatches?

I sent a DM

John
Title: Re: 1974 Aquasport 222 Rebuild Captain Joe
Post by: redtail14 on December 13, 2023, 11:21:15 AM
What did you use on the transom? I'm considering a single piece of 1 1/2" Coosa. I'm concerned about it flexing enough to shape to the transom.. though.
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