I had torn about half of my foam out when I first started and came back to that part of the project. The boat was out of the elements that entire time (about 2-3 months) and the weather was warm. The remainng foam was still dripping wet when I pulled it out. They should sell that stuff in plant nurseries.

To foam or not to foam, that is the question. After seeing the thread about whether these boats sink when filled with water; I am happy that I decided to put foam back. There are 20 page threads on The Hull Truth about whether to refoam or not.

Plenty of time to think about that later.

you are right I am a long ways away from that. I had a question, were they hidden bolts, screws of glass you had to cut to remove the top cap?

Not on mine, once you remove the rub rail there will be another row of screws under that. Don't forget to remove all wiring and fuel fill and vent lines.

I recommend you put a screw driver bit in your drill rather than use a cordless screw driver. Goes much faster getting (80) 1.5" screws out.

Not as bad as I thought. Good idea on using the drill. I can imagine it taking forever with a cordless screwdriver.

I am bringing her up here to Thibodaux on Sunday. By the end of next week I should hopefully have the top half off. I'll try to remember to post pics of the progress.

thanks again for the info

If you will need help and can wait till the 21st or 22nd I wouldn't mind helping while I am in Houma, the whole family is going to a birthday party for my uncle and I believe its in the afternoon so i am available in the morning and possibly the whole day the 22nd.

I really appreciate the offer. I'll pm you if I don't go to grand isle that weekend and will need some help.

I have a few friends back at the boat place I used to work at. I might end up driving to Houma to use their big boat hoist to lift up the top cap.