Rebuilding a Transom?

[Mr. Osprey]

What would I have to do to do this properly? From my pictures in my gallery you can see the cracks in my transom and poeple told me I can't just reinforce it with stainless steel. What am I in for $$$ wise?

[JimCt]

Take a look at the "transom time" thread in the Aquasport Rebuilds forum.  Warthog5, for example, has posted an excellent tutorial regarding transom rebuilds.  Spend some time looking over his pictures, links and commentary; it is well worth it.  Also shoot over to the classicmako.com site and browse around.

Lay out your project on paper or your spreadsheet program and get estimates for epoxy, glass, transom core material and misc. supplies for out-of-pocket expenses.  For a bill of materials maybe some of the guys who have done their transoms can provide a list.

One last thing: take lots of pictures.  I'll need your experience & guidance when I get into my 33 year old transom...

[RickK]

Look also at Capt Rick's pictures - he shows a lot of detail also.  If you're thinking about a different motor, now is the time to consider whether you want to close in the transom and maybe even raise the transom higher and put a 25" motor on it.  IMO higher=better/safer.