1974 19-6 Restoration

[jfret]

Well it's been almost a year since my last post....... It seems like the scope of this job just kept getting bigger. Meanwhile life goes on. I shall return.

[RickK]

Hurry back - we're here to help.

[Aquasport Commodore]

Need pic updates

[jfret]

Hopefully I can start fixing the ugly now. The transom had been replaced previously as well as the deck........

I removed several hundred pounds of wet fowl smelling foam from the stringers.....found several areas where the bilge water could get into the stringer cores.

The was leakage around the drain pipes...and all along the bottom of the transom to liner deck

Ready for the new transom as soon as I make a few repairs to the old skin.

There were several areas of delamination along the keel to be fixed....I stuck my shoe in for reference....what weight of glass does this look like?

[RickK]

Wow - looks like you have a good dent in the restore already  

[Aquasport Commodore]

That looks like woven on the keel stringer. If it was me, I would take the middle stringer out and replace with the Prisma stringer system http://www.jamestowndistributors.com/us ... +Stiffener. The put 1 layer of 1708 over the entire length to cover the joints and call it done. Maybe put 4 of these down the middle for stiffness http://www.jamestowndistributors.com/us ... ull+Planks Wont have to worry about it any longer. Just wet and stick. Your looking good and sound like you have a great plan going

[jfret]

Thanks for the tip....Checked out the stringer system,impressive. Was hoping I was finished tearing stuff out though but the price is right. I got a question about the the deck.  The fuel tank had been replaced and there was a large access panel in the deck. Did the original configuration have a opening this size or was this done when the tank was replaced. Seems like it would be better without it....as long as the tank holds out.


Thanks for the help!

[gran398]

Put a new hatch in if $$$ allows. Beats using a skilsaw if problems arise.

[Aquasport Commodore]

If you are going to use a poly tank, then no issue, just put pie plate or hatch over the filler/vent neck and pick up area to service the hoses and bands. If using Aluminum then put a cover over it so you can inspect and replace at a later date.

[gran398]

Seamark Boats here does the same thing with poly tanks....solid deck. Get the idea...but the way my luck runs,  I'll be the one with the failed seam....

Guess I'm a tank hatch guy, poly or aluminum  

If its in the budget...install a full tank hatch. You won't regret it...and a big plus for resale.

[Aquasport Commodore]

...but the way my luck runs

That right there is a very true story with you      

[Capt. Bob]

Boats without access to the fuel tank (sans hatch) are a cost savings measure and nothing more, therefore I understand why a boat manufacturer would omit one but not someone rebuilding his personal boat.

[jfret]

Thanks for the input.....the voice of reason says...."new fuel tank hatch"  

Bank account says "whoa".  Looking at $500-$600 for similar size hatch at first 2 websites I found. I'll have to ponder that for a while.

[RickK]

You can build one fairly easy - plenty of rebuilds going on here to give you some ideas and guidance.

[Georgie]

Looking at $500-$600 for similar size hatch at first 2 websites I found

    Then why not scavenge the skeleton (both lid and frame) of your existing hatch?