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Jon and V Boat Conversions & Modifications
2011 Alumacraft 1442 Jon
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<blockquote data-quote="Dbarba11" data-source="post: 247384" data-attributes="member: 7439"><p>I took construction paper and taped it together to make a template. Make sure you account for the ribs and all of the contours of the side of the boat so the floor fit flush. I had a piece of 1/4" plywood cut to fit the section. I laid the template on each side of the plywood and followed it with a router. I covered it in carpet and I was done. My ribs are spaced about 12" apart so it is super sturdy, you may need bracing if your ribs are spaced further apart. It lifts out very easily for cleaning and maintenance. I also did the same for the battery compartment behind the rear bench.</p><p></p><p>**My boat has a slight lip that overhangs on the benches, make sure to account for this otherwise the floor won't drop in.</p><p></p><p>Let me know if you have any other questions.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Dbarba11, post: 247384, member: 7439"] I took construction paper and taped it together to make a template. Make sure you account for the ribs and all of the contours of the side of the boat so the floor fit flush. I had a piece of 1/4" plywood cut to fit the section. I laid the template on each side of the plywood and followed it with a router. I covered it in carpet and I was done. My ribs are spaced about 12" apart so it is super sturdy, you may need bracing if your ribs are spaced further apart. It lifts out very easily for cleaning and maintenance. I also did the same for the battery compartment behind the rear bench. **My boat has a slight lip that overhangs on the benches, make sure to account for this otherwise the floor won't drop in. Let me know if you have any other questions. [/QUOTE]
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