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    Do I really need a winch?

    I have a 14' StarCraft semi v that fully loaded weighs maybe 500#. The winch I have is a pain to use so last time out I just pulled it on the trailer with a rope then hooked it to the winch. Can I do without the winch all together and just use a ratchet strap to tie the bow down?
  2. J

    simple transom replacement question

    I am in the process of replacing my transom and I was wondering if I should use something to bed the wood to the aluminum? If so, any suggestions on what to use?
  3. J

    removable deck?

    Has anyone made a removable casting deck? My kids like going on the boat so I would like to keep the benches for them but I would like to have a deck for when I'm by myself. I was thinking of doing something similar to dzus fasteners to hold it in place(I would have to make my own though since...
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    flotation foam

    I have a bunch of 2 part closed cell foam and I was wondering if there's any reason I shouldn't pour it under the floor after I prime and paint? I figure it should deaden some noise as well as allow for thinner plywood for the floor.
  5. J

    New Member, New(to me) 14' Starcraft with ID needed

    Hello everybody! I am from NJ and have been involved with boats and fishing for a good part of my life. I have made a few wooden boats but this is my first aluminum one. I plan on cleaning it up(new paint) and replacing the wood with possibly some minor mods come winter. All that I know about...
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