Thanks Scott. Despite the curveball and time wasted carefully sanding the old stringers we are still making progress. Thanks for the comment and watching. - Bob
Thanks for the video Bob and I look forward to the increased flow to come! I think it's your attention to detail where no one else will see that I admire so much. Your technique of sealing wood is so superior to the original I expect we'll be floating on the river, having a beer for many years to come. I've been riverside in Georgia for the last week, so I was a little slow in watching this episode. Happy Holidays and take care. Jerry
Hi Jerry, I have been slow to reply to my comments as usual. I think I just replied to a newer comment than this one just now. Anyway, I will be tackling the stringers in the next episode so we will be one step closer to those beers. - Take care. - Bob
Thanks Steve. The video portion of the project is the toughest part. Unlike the boat work where you instantly see the result of your hard work. Unless people watch and comment you wonder if its worth it sometimes. Thanks for doing so. - Bob
Thank you so much for sharing all your hard work. You are an inspiration and I look forward to the day you splash your beautiful boat. One day I’d like to hear your opinion on the merits of a new build vs a full restoration.
Hi Je, I have never built a boat from scratch so I can't really compare the two. If we are talking strictly fiberglass hull boats, an average home builder has the challenge of making a mold for at least the hull for a new build. Unless you can find a used one like "Life on the Hulls" UA-cam channel. Or a kit style like "MJ sailing" channel is currently building. Even though I am going much deeper into replacing parts on my boat than most would do, in the end it is still not a new boat and will have areas that are strictly repaired. If I was to build a new boat it would be a wooden runabout from a set of plans. From what I have seen it would be quicker to build a new boat this way than restoring one. Thanks for watching and commenting. - Bob
Hi There I enjoy your videos and eagerly await each one. It is sad that when she was build the workforce seems not to have cared about quality control as its a that will do scenario. I do think when she is finished you will have the best one in the world no questions because your dedication to getting it right is a credit to you. Your work ethics are the same as Bruce from Building SY Mistress
Hi Russell, I will cut the workforce some slack here as they were working to a set of standards set out by the boat manufacturer for producing production boats on a time schedule. I would have had a hard time working to those standards myself and would have probably been fired. I also follow Bruce's project. Thanks for the comments and watching. - Bob
I tackled a similar project many years ago and I have to say it seems like boat manufacturers cut a lot of corners when it comes to stringers and bulkheads.
Hi Mike, I think like everything else, production boats are built to last a certain amount of time. You are expected to buy a new one at some point. Average consumer will not be looking for such things when buying a boat. Easy cost cutting area. Thanks for watching and the comment. - Bob
Thanks again for your videos. I always learn something new. I will also be realigning my strut and log and engine. I purchased a 1-in. diameter aluminum tube to act as the shaft. I plan to align everything relative to the shaft port and a 15-degree angle. Beyond that I’ll play it by ear. Happy Thanksgiving to you too.
I've got a similar plan in mind for aligning mine. You will have to let us know how the alignment works out and any tips you can pass along from doing it. I'm assuming you will probably beat me to the job. Thanks for watching and commenting. - Bob
Epoxy doesn't adhere to plastic very well. Unlike the original polyester resin epoxy adheres to wood well. If I do a good job of sealing it up it will outlast me. There is also "Coosa" board which I have seen used in place of plywood for core material on transoms but the cost is outrageous. I appreciate the input. Thanks for watching and commenting. - Bob
Hi Cliff, My guess is it is more stable and cost affective to use. In my boats case the inner stringers are 11" + tall. The use of epoxy to install the fiberglass and coat the end grain will help with the longevity. Thanks for watching and commenting. - Bob
Hi Fred, A lot of boats have foam cores so I think the fiberglass is the main structural component here. If that makes you feel any better. Of course if there is a heavy component fastened to it, like an engine, a solid wood core is a good thing to have I think. Like I mentioned I will be living with half the boat probably in the same condition. I am not free of the cringing myself. Thanks for watching and the comment. - Bob
Another good video Bob and another bit closer to having a solid boat again, as always thanks for sharing
Thanks Scott. Despite the curveball and time wasted carefully sanding the old stringers we are still making progress. Thanks for the comment and watching. - Bob
That was a very busy summer😉 thank you for the video!
You haven't seen it all yet. More to come soon. - Bob
Good job and nice attention to detail addressing some issues that are slightly different from most center consoles. Thanks
Thanks Joseph. I appreciate the nice comment. - Bob
Thanks for the video Bob and I look forward to the increased flow to come! I think it's your attention to detail where no one else will see that I admire so much. Your technique of sealing wood is so superior to the original I expect we'll be floating on the river, having a beer for many years to come. I've been riverside in Georgia for the last week, so I was a little slow in watching this episode. Happy Holidays and take care. Jerry
Hi Jerry, I have been slow to reply to my comments as usual. I think I just replied to a newer comment than this one just now. Anyway, I will be tackling the stringers in the next episode so we will be one step closer to those beers. - Take care. - Bob
Thank you for showing what you are working on. [I know that it takes a lot of time to film and edit.]
Thanks Steve. The video portion of the project is the toughest part. Unlike the boat work where you instantly see the result of your hard work. Unless people watch and comment you wonder if its worth it sometimes. Thanks for doing so. - Bob
Thank you so much for sharing all your hard work. You are an inspiration and I look forward to the day you splash your beautiful boat. One day I’d like to hear your opinion on the merits of a new build vs a full restoration.
Hi Je, I have never built a boat from scratch so I can't really compare the two. If we are talking strictly fiberglass hull boats, an average home builder has the challenge of making a mold for at least the hull for a new build. Unless you can find a used one like "Life on the Hulls" UA-cam channel. Or a kit style like "MJ sailing" channel is currently building. Even though I am going much deeper into replacing parts on my boat than most would do, in the end it is still not a new boat and will have areas that are strictly repaired. If I was to build a new boat it would be a wooden runabout from a set of plans. From what I have seen it would be quicker to build a new boat this way than restoring one. Thanks for watching and commenting. - Bob
Looking forward to more videos, gone through your existing videos twice now. Your work as a “hobbyist” is incredible. Happy Holidays.
Wow twice! That is impressive. I appreciate that you let me know you like the videos. Thanks for watching and watching. - Bob
The stringer rebuild is epic!
Thanks. Way to time consuming though. I’ve had enough of it. Thanks for watching and commenting. - Bob
Hi There I enjoy your videos and eagerly await each one. It is sad that when she was build the workforce seems not to have cared about quality control as its a that will do scenario. I do think when she is finished you will have the best one in the world no questions because your dedication to getting it right is a credit to you. Your work ethics are the same as Bruce from Building SY Mistress
Hi Russell, I will cut the workforce some slack here as they were working to a set of standards set out by the boat manufacturer for producing production boats on a time schedule. I would have had a hard time working to those standards myself and would have probably been fired. I also follow Bruce's project. Thanks for the comments and watching. - Bob
Look forward to the vids and appreciate your work.
Thanks for letting me know on both accounts.- Bob
I tackled a similar project many years ago and I have to say it seems like boat manufacturers cut a lot of corners when it comes to stringers and bulkheads.
Hi Mike, I think like everything else, production boats are built to last a certain amount of time. You are expected to buy a new one at some point. Average consumer will not be looking for such things when buying a boat. Easy cost cutting area. Thanks for watching and the comment. - Bob
Thanks Bob! Happy Thanksgiving
Thanks Jeff. Hope you had a nice Thanksgiving. - Bob
Thanks again for your videos. I always learn something new. I will also be realigning my strut and log and engine. I purchased a 1-in. diameter aluminum tube to act as the shaft. I plan to align everything relative to the shaft port and a 15-degree angle. Beyond that I’ll play it by ear. Happy Thanksgiving to you too.
I've got a similar plan in mind for aligning mine. You will have to let us know how the alignment works out and any tips you can pass along from doing it. I'm assuming you will probably beat me to the job. Thanks for watching and commenting. - Bob
Nice Job, as always
Thank you! Cheers!
Love the videos !!!
Glad you like them! and let me know. - Bob
Thanks for sharing!!
Thanks for watching and commenting. -Bob
Have you thought about using solid pvc instead of plywood for some of these structural beams ? Not sure if fiberglass adheres to it though.
Epoxy doesn't adhere to plastic very well. Unlike the original polyester resin epoxy adheres to wood well. If I do a good job of sealing it up it will outlast me. There is also "Coosa" board which I have seen used in place of plywood for core material on transoms but the cost is outrageous. I appreciate the input. Thanks for watching and commenting. - Bob
Curious why laminated plywood is used for stringers rather than dimensional lumber?
Hi Cliff, My guess is it is more stable and cost affective to use. In my boats case the inner stringers are 11" + tall. The use of epoxy to install the fiberglass and coat the end grain will help with the longevity. Thanks for watching and commenting. - Bob
Do it once do it right and when you hit the water your mind will be at peace, good job
Thanks. Hopefully that is the case. - Bob
Be sure not to overwork your back crouching in there. Take lots of breaks. Ask me how I know...
Thanks for the advice. Hopefully you quickly recovered from the overuse. Thanks for watching & commenting. - Bob
Your doing a great job but making everyone with a boat with plywood encased in fiberglass stringers cringe me included 😢
Hi Fred, A lot of boats have foam cores so I think the fiberglass is the main structural component here. If that makes you feel any better. Of course if there is a heavy component fastened to it, like an engine, a solid wood core is a good thing to have I think. Like I mentioned I will be living with half the boat probably in the same condition. I am not free of the cringing myself. Thanks for watching and the comment. - Bob