1984 Gamefisher suggestions on the mod.

[bubba7776]

So I picked up a 1984 Gamefisher, decent but needs some work. I have to replace the transom, and seal up the bottom of the boat. Also needs paint, I would like to put a floor down. Any suggestions for the boat? Also, any one had any success with Gluv-it on the Exterior.

The boat had about five gallons of water in it when I picked it up, none leaked out the bottom, does this mean none will get inside? Any suggestions for mods to this boat would be appreciated.

 

[fender66]

If it didn't leak OUT, then it might not leak IN. I don't know that I'd want to take that chance though. It was sitting still, probably filled with leaves and dirt. On the water, with a load...you will be flexing it. Might make the difference you don't want.

Keep us posted on the progress, and we love pictures.

 

[bubba7776]

So this is a 1236 GameFisher, I have stripped the wood off the top of the seats and started to sand it down getting it ready for primer. My question is after I have sealed all the rivets, what kind of paint should I use? On the cheap of course.

Secondly, just got a great deal on a utility trailer, plan on modding it into a trailer for my boat, it is only 8' long do I need to extend it?

Any suggestions are appreciated.

 

[lucescoflathead]

Once you build you bunks,set the boat on the trailer. You don't want it to hang over the back of the bunks. You may have to extend the tongue of the trailer so the boat doesn't hit your tow vehicle. You can do this by cuting the tongue then grafting another piece on, or just buy a new piece of tube as long as you need then replace the whole thing.

I pieced mine together, then didn't like the look, so hopefully I'll replace the whole tongue this weekend. I hope this helps. Todd

 

[fender66]

Do a search for your paint question. There have been many posts about it. Remember (on the cheap)...you get what you pay for. Several people have used Steelflex for most everything. Seems like the most durable option, but I haven't had to paint anything. Don't forget the search option....it works.

 

[Brine]

Before you go smearing sealant all around, wash the boat out, fill it with water again (only to the waterline) and check for leaks. Buck any leaky rivets, do water test again. Gluvit is meant to be applied on the inside of a riveted boat. It has to be painted or covered, or it will break down if exposed to direct sunlight. Fix the rivet first. A loose rivet will be tough to seal for long with any coating/sealant.

The paint comes secondary to the prep.

If the boat measures 12' and the trailer is 8', you will need about 7' added on if it will look like a normal boat trailer.

Good luck.