Here we go!

[overboard]

Well, finally de-rigged my boat today. The transom isn't too bad, but I think it warrants repair.

Here is a pic of the slight damage




Here is the proposed cut out.



So???? Suggestions, advise, anything to keep me from making a malor disaster out of a manageable problem would be appreciated. Thanks Guys.

[overboard]

Wow, pics are small. First timer, now headed to the how-to section.

[overboard]

[overboard]

Much Better!

[tsubaki]

Sorry, I can't bring myself to cutting the outside skin and will avoid cutting the interior one as well. I like the idea of keeping them intact.
Accessing thru the top of the transom is exceptionally labor intensive, but to me helps provide a little extra support.
Good luck with the project.

Keep posting pics and ideas, I think I may be the next one to have a go at it. Keeping both skins uncut sounds like what I would want to do. Good Luck.

[bigshrimpin]

Here's my advice . . . Slap an aluminum plate on that transom and go fishing for this season (maybe next year too). Fix it this winter or next. Don't even seal up the wood . . . you want it to get wet so it'll rot and be easier to yank out later on. It's plenty strong enough to hold that motor!!!