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225 Hours - Fabuglas Bahama Restoration |
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In true form, I am attempting to rebuild the boat as close as possible to the original construction. However, the mount for the bow eye just did not seem sufficient, and therefore I have provided additional reinforcement in this area. The stern eyes will receive similar treatment. After all, these are the only three points that hold the boat to the trailer. |
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Similarly, the stringers were originally constructed of a 1" wide board. I have elected to make them 1.5" wide for greater overall strength, more support for the deck, and a less sharp bend radius for the fiberglass. I have routed the top edges of the stringers to achieve a 1/2 inch radius on each side. This makes the application of the fiberglass mush easier, stronger, and less prone to delamination. |
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Check this out...the stringers are completely 'glassed in and ready for the decking. It's starting to look like something again - Very cool!!! |
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The seats are completed and ready to be mounted to the bases. Since this is the original material, they are in good, but not excellent condition. I have chosen the two 'worst' seats for the front because they will be seen in the shade from the dashboard more often than the rear-facing seats. The worst looking seat will become the drivers seat because this boat is really not for me, it's for everyone that rides with me. |
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The seat bases now have the reclining hinges mounted. They have been tested for strength and proper function. Actually, they turned out stronger than I expected, supporting 400 pounds mostly concentrated on the weakest side (the side with the access hole cut into it for under-seat storage). Obviously, I did not test them to destruction, as this would have really been a waste of my time. I am satisfied with them holding ten bags of concrete mix. |
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Continue to 229 Hours - Fabuglas Bahama Restoration |
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