86 osprey 200 Transom question

[Smoki_ooki]

We finally have decided to get the ball rolling back on the 200 osprey. We are closing in the transom but wanted  to get a few opinions before we made the first cut. Should we glass/coosa to the existing transom or do a complete cutout. The transom feels solid but wanted to hear if anyone has some knowledge they could share on each application. Thanks

[RickK]

The outside of the transom looks to be in good shape so I would not cut it out.

[Smoki_ooki]

Shaved off the gel coat and this is what it looks like can someone tell me what the darker areas are that run along the top and middle of the transom? Also what are these voids at the top ? Thanks also looking for a good epoxy compound to do some spider crack fixing and prepping the hull for paint any help would be appreciated thanks -Smoki

[Smoki_ooki]

Middle

[RickK]

I think what you're seeing is the bonding putty that they used to set/bond the liner (including the part that goes over the transom) to the hull.
Instead of attaching the pics, which is size regulated, follow the instructions here http://classicaquasport.com/smf/index.php?topic=12725.0  - don't attach them - you are limited by file size. Uploading them into your "member gallery" is better for viewing.
Spend a few minutes to absorb the instructions. It's really easy. Remember if using a phone to take pics, to hold the phone horizontal with the lens to the left.

[Tampa Bay Mike]

I'm working on one now with a friend. We tore the whole thing out and went back with coosa. Here's a link to the build so far if you want to see what you're in for

https://classicaquasport.com/smf/index.php?topic=15566.0