2 questions: Filling in Transom and Extending Hull length

[Chesapeake Troller]

Originally Posted by willy

When you say extend the transom are talking about extending with fiberglass the actual transom or closing in the existing transom and adding a bracket such as a Armstrong or Stainless Marine type?

Both actually, Willy, and thanks for the reply. One way or the other I plan to have a closed transom in the final product. The question I have is can I extend the length of the hull straight back 2 to 4 feet when I cut off the transom (actually have an glass and restoration expert do it) and then finish the extention with the closed transom for a bracket like the armstrong. Can it be done, what is the best way to do it, would it be safe?

I figure if it has been done someone here will know about it!

CT