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<blockquote data-quote="Vermonster" data-source="post: 269873" data-attributes="member: 7992"><p>If you can afford it, go with aluminum angle for the framing. It will save you on the weight. If you can't, you might be able to get away with using 2X2's instead of 2X4's to also save you a bit on the weight.</p><p></p><p>I have a 14' V with a 15HP 'rude as well, and opted to go with a shorter front deck where I just extended the front seat with aluminum framing and 1/2 inch ply. I'm pretty happy with it. I also added a floor between the middle and back seat in hopes that the dogs will eventually come out to the lake with me (and my son when he's old enough).</p><p></p><p>Don't go too high up with the deck is my only advice - it may get too tippy for you. I kept my height at seat level.</p><p></p><p>Congrats on the boat - she's looks great!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Vermonster, post: 269873, member: 7992"] If you can afford it, go with aluminum angle for the framing. It will save you on the weight. If you can't, you might be able to get away with using 2X2's instead of 2X4's to also save you a bit on the weight. I have a 14' V with a 15HP 'rude as well, and opted to go with a shorter front deck where I just extended the front seat with aluminum framing and 1/2 inch ply. I'm pretty happy with it. I also added a floor between the middle and back seat in hopes that the dogs will eventually come out to the lake with me (and my son when he's old enough). Don't go too high up with the deck is my only advice - it may get too tippy for you. I kept my height at seat level. Congrats on the boat - she's looks great! [/QUOTE]
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