Monark 14' 48 COMPLETED 2-26-19

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kquinton

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I purchased an old boat from and old man that I think the world of, so its sentimental. I know little about fishing and much less about boats (my first:).
So now that we have established I will likely spend to much and I'm not that bright we have properly level set.

I have been scouring this site for a while building up knowledge and courage. I hope my project helps someone else and some of you wise hands can enjoy helping a novice bring it to life. Please know I have no ego so don't feel any advice would insult me, as stated I am a complete rookie.

Seems customary to post some before pics and as you go pics along with comments and questions. So if I can figure out website interface I will try and follow that pattern.

Thanks in advance for all the help!
 
Now further clean up and repairs. Old boats sure can acquire lots of patches and random holes. Enlisted local shop to blast and patch. Note I removed front deck and had it patched - since changed mind.
How do you like my bear?
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Decided not to put back front deck. Also went with aluminum framing and returned to welding shop for professional help.
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Frames complete will bolt in place when the time comes.
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I have purchased and cut 2in closed cell foam board for in between ribs and perhaps in bow. Also purchased 3/4 Marine Plywood. Estimate 2 1/2 sheets. Feel free to comment on these choices. Will I regret the weight of that much plywood?

I obviously have many more steps to go but felt I needed to complete layout to guide some other choices. Looking to have 3 seats.
 
Marine plywood is not necessary exterior grade will work just fine and will save a lot of money.
What ever plywood you go with be sure to seal it.
 
lckstckn2smknbrls said:
Marine plywood is not necessary exterior grade will work just fine and will save a lot of money.
What ever plywood you go with be sure to seal it.

Thanks I think for my 3rd piece of plywood I will go that route and perhaps go with 1/2 for floor since it is on ribs and very firm foam in between ribs. Or at least use 1/2 for front of deck and bench front and back. Would be nice to drop that weight.
Will seal all wood regardless.
 
Looks good so far. Make sure you leave room for your trolling motor. It can get crowded on that deck real quick.
 
RStewart said:
Looks good so far. Make sure you leave room for your trolling motor. It can get crowded on that deck real quick.
Good call can't believe I was not nailing down the footprint needed for trolling motor. I was ready to cut hatch openings and I bet I need to move them back a few inches.

That's why I'm here even if it seem a bit obvious feel free to mention :)
 
It's been said for years I need professional help. This is what I came up with. He is also the previous owner.....feeling guilty?? Nope just a good friend!

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Everything cut and put in place for a clearer look of what a finished boat will look like.

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And a few mocked up.
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Any suggestions or red flags?

Next steps
Firm up placement especially front deck.
Drill and secure.
Cut hatch openings.
Take apart and treat wood.
Prep -Paint paint paint
And lots of little things I'm still sorting out.
 
derekdiruz said:
Good lookin so far. Don't forget the foam! :)

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This is my foam solution cut to fit between ribs obviously below decking.

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Thoughts?
 
Based on my 1542 boat, I'd need 2.4 of the 2" boards from home depot or lowes... 4x8ft. Under my floor like yours I only got 1 full board.

That is a very easy way to put foam in, and I think will work well, but that amount alone won't float your boat. However yours is lighter than mine with wood (that floats), vs aluminum I used

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lckstckn2smknbrls said:
What are you going to seal the wood with?
What paint?

For sealing the wood I plan on this mixture I found on a similar site as this one or perhaps it was here.

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1 Qt + 2 Qts + 1 Qt

Anyone else use this option?

For my primer paint I chose Aluthane Metallic Coating.

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Exterior paint yet to be selected.
 

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