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1652 express back bench mod
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I don't know the specifics of your boat but anytime you remove supporting structure the hull looses rigidity... I was going to remove the middle bench of mine but between losing the support and foam I decided to just deck over the whole front half. There are many guys who can give you much more info than I.... Good luck with your build and as always..... Give us pictures!
Lowe 2070 CC
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My 16' Xpress had two aluminum boxes that ran from the rear bench to the transom. the gas and battery compartment was between them.
While I don't think they added anything to the side structure of the boat, they were filled with foam and did strengthen the transom as the were welded to the transom, floor, and side of the boat. they were not welded to the rear bench.
While I don't think they added anything to the side structure of the boat, they were filled with foam and did strengthen the transom as the were welded to the transom, floor, and side of the boat. they were not welded to the rear bench.
richg99
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I have the same arrangement on my 1648 Lowe tinny, but it is a side console. It certainly looks like it would be a major structural support.
The tiller extension can also move your weight a bit forward, which may be a good thing when getting up on plane.
richg99
The tiller extension can also move your weight a bit forward, which may be a good thing when getting up on plane.
richg99
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