I've got an old fixer-upper runabout. I need to do something with the floor because it's weak. I'm wondering if I should replace what's already on there or just put some marine-grade plywood over the top of the current stuff. Any suggestions?
Also, how do I cut the new boards so they follow the curve of the boat?
I was also playing with the idea of using vynil docking material instead of wood so that I wouldn't have to deal with wood rot in the long run.
Anybody want to do the job for me?
[This message has been edited by Lost (edited 04-22-2004).]
Don't take me wrong, I'm not anti-technology. Battery powdered items will always have their place. I'm mean you don't want your girl friend or wife in the bedroom playing for their gas powered adult toys!! That would be a bit loud and smokey!
That’s right. My 84 year old dad loves his electric chain saw. Light weight and quiet. Besides, at his age he’s not cutting a bunch. Where as myself I want something with more power and heavier duty. Look at how many people have switched back to gasoline cars after running one in winter if you travel a lot.
As long as my strike master works I’ll keep using gas. Maybe my next will be electric, but who knows, you can find used gas ones pretty reasonable as others buy electric.
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I've got an old fixer-upper runabout. I need to do something with the floor because it's weak. I'm wondering if I should replace what's already on there or just put some marine-grade plywood over the top of the current stuff. Any suggestions?
Also, how do I cut the new boards so they follow the curve of the boat?
I was also playing with the idea of using vynil docking material instead of wood so that I wouldn't have to deal with wood rot in the long run.
Anybody want to do the job for me?
[This message has been edited by Lost (edited 04-22-2004).]
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