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Jon and V Boat Conversions & Modifications
Damian's 14ft Aluminum V Mods
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<blockquote data-quote="kcsphil" data-source="post: 387513" data-attributes="member: 18036"><p>you can do a lot for the transom with either high quality 3/4 inch ply or a solid not warped piece of 5/4 lumber that's the depth you need. I say use 5/4 because its actually a full inch thick - 1/X is usually 3/4's inches and may not be strong enough depending on the depth of your transom. Either way you go, sealing it properly (including the edges) is a must to keep rot down. Personally I'd coat it in West Marine Epoxy with three coats, sanding lightly between each. If you wanted to have some real fun you could encapsulate the transom in fiberglass before you install it. Then make sure to seal it properly to the hull with a good, stays flexible sealant.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="kcsphil, post: 387513, member: 18036"] you can do a lot for the transom with either high quality 3/4 inch ply or a solid not warped piece of 5/4 lumber that's the depth you need. I say use 5/4 because its actually a full inch thick - 1/X is usually 3/4's inches and may not be strong enough depending on the depth of your transom. Either way you go, sealing it properly (including the edges) is a must to keep rot down. Personally I'd coat it in West Marine Epoxy with three coats, sanding lightly between each. If you wanted to have some real fun you could encapsulate the transom in fiberglass before you install it. Then make sure to seal it properly to the hull with a good, stays flexible sealant. [/QUOTE]
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