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Maiden voyage! Not a single leak and ran smooth as new. Great time out on the water. I don't know how to post videos on here so I'm posting one on YouTube at Mr1Sgt. Thanks for following along. Everyone that wasn't supportive... [-X

Thank you Sir. I appreciate the comment. I got a heck of a deal on a 900gph automatic bilge pump and a DC electrical panel with 4 switches and 2 x 12VDC power outlets. Now I'm starting to customize it more. I think I'll add some soft white LEDs along the inside pointing down inside the...

The final coat of paint gives it a nice clean look. Headed for a free inspection at the Marina then off to register if I get a break from work this week. Will post pics on the water soon!

New wheels, tires and lights. Uh oh, bout to go fishing!

Got a trailer off Craig's list $40. Replaced the 2x4s with weathered wood $3.59 ea and slapped some .97 black spray paint on the trailer and puts some green outdoor carpet material on it at .61 sq ft. Towed it 45 miles at 55-65mph no issues. Can't beat it! Just need a battery and I'm hitting the...

Thanks a lot misikman!

Thank you CMOS.

I don't mind at all. Thought it was a genius way to store the anchor fairly flat without having to make another door plus the rope (when wet) will not have to sit on the carpet/wood. Thanks! Feel free to use it. V/r

Anchor points on all 4 corners

Installed a battery compartment and place to stow the anchor and rope.also added some can/bottle holders

Update

Been busy with work and school and finally got around to putting a floor in today. Water proofed the wood, then added a 1/4 in piece of rubber excercise mat I had in the garage between the wood and carpet then the $.41 sq ft outdoor carpet from Home Depot. It's coming together quite nice.

Today's progress... 1st coat of paint on inside

Bruce Bruce! Funny. Look how nice this paint is drying. Will add another coat tomorrow. Today I'm painting the inside. Have fun at the Depot and don't break the bank!

Thanks BThompson. I plan to use some 2x2s vertical from either the current crossmembers or make a foundation with possibly 2x4s to support it. Not quite sure yet. I'll definitely post pics along the way. I'm thinking about using lock pins on the bottom of the deck support (where it meets the...

Sorry to hear about your parents. I'm certain they were true patriots. I'll enjoy fixing this $70 boat. Thanks!

I used a roller for large areas and brush for corners and such. I'm sure it would look much better with a spray gun but I'm trying to keep this project cheap as possible. Thanks

found time to paint the hull today after sanding and replacing rivits and sealing with epoxy a couple weeks ago. I patched the holes in transom with 3M bondo. The paint is bottom side anti-fouling marine hull paint. I'll paint the inside soon add a deck, carpet, storage and what not. Stay tuned...

Hey Rob, I appreciate the note. I sanded it today after I posted these pics. Looks nice and clean now. Next step is to add a few temporary cross members for structural support and take it to the river here on Ft Belvoir. I patched all the holes found during the leak check at my house so once it...

I took the last couple weeks off and enjoyed Christmas and new years with family. I leaked checked the boat and patched the holes with marine epoxy and the transom area with all-purpose 3m putty. All holes are sealed so soon I'll sand/prime and paint then begin building the framework for the...