Alumacraft 1648 (updated 9/13/11)

[Howard]

I have a little grinding, painting and then reassembly, some parts to be replaced also. I will also break down the winch assembly and replace the hitch receiver from 1 7/8 to a 2" receiver. Could not get the bolts out in the brackets from the leaf springs to frame. Nuts came off but bolts would not slide out, ok pound out. Someone told me they lock in??

 

[Ranchero50]

You have my boats big brother. =D>

I'd get it welded. It's easy enough to flip over for the rid to the welding shop. I just did a sling from the front eyelet to a garage rafter and flipped it over slowly from the stern.

Jamie

 

[Howard]

Ok - so I have been taking some paint off and putting on a primer coat. I also decided to cut off the 1 7/8" coupler to weld on a 2" coupler. For $60 I picked up 2 new hubs with prepacked bearings. The tires were dry rotted and rims where not in good shape so off with the old and in with the new.

 

[Brine]

Lookin good Man

 

[alumacraftjoe]

Nice work! Can't wait to see more progress!

 

[Waterwings]

Lookin' real good! 8)

 

[Howard]

Making some head way. Slow process removing paint, priming and finish coat. I did change out my hubs which I am so glad. My old ones did not have the post sticking out to receive a lug nut. They were simply drilled and tapped. You had to run a bolt through the wheel into the hub and then the bolt would protrude on the other side of the hub. So if the bolt got damaged or rusted you probably would not find out until you went to change the tire. Decided to weld my coupler on instead of bolting it. Wanted a cleaner look. Will put on safety chains tomorrow and attach tongue, Then fenders, bunkers and lights, phew.

 

[Howard]

Finished the trailer today! Not to bad, just took some time and $. Now I can start on my boat next week. Here are some pics.

 

[waterfowler1]

Wow your trailer really looks good! I was wondering what type of paint/primer did you use on your trailers setup, it looks like it turned out really nice! and about those sandpaper wheels you used on your angle grinder, do they tend to wear down fairly fast?

 

[Howard]

Used Rustoleum primer (spray can) and Sherman Williams oil base, brushed on. Yes the wheels do wear kind of fast but they also remove rust fast

 

[waterfowler1]

Ah! I see! I decided to go the brush route. I picked up some rustoleum the other night and it looks real nice!

 

[Howard]

Started removing some paint. Had a sandblasting Co. lined up but just decided to dive into it myself with aircraft stripper. Found some corrision on transom Did some repairs and hope they hold up for a couple of years [-o<

 

[Froggy]

Nice Job

 

[Howard]

Same spot with etching primer- hope it holds up

 

[cavman138]

Looks good man

 

[dyeguy1212]

What did those tires run you? They look beefy as hell 8)

 

[waterfowler1]

It looks like its coming together! You mentioned you used aircraft stripper for the paint, I have seen it tossed around on the forum but was wondering, how does it work? and how do you use it? Is there a brand I need to look for or will I see it in Home Depot labeled aircraft stripper? lol I like how you used that JB to cover holes, Im sure if you give it some good time to cure your JB will hold well. looking forward to seeing your progress!

 

[Howard]

Thanks, this is the brand I used but Rust-oleum also makes it. Had to get it from a auto parts store. Home centers and wally world did not have it in my area. I have 3 layers of paint. I put the first coat on heavy--Apply thick coat in one direction and do not go back over with your brush once applied---- wait 10-15 minutes and scrape off with a plastic putty knife. . I then used a plastic bristle brush to get heavy stuff off. Pic shows whats left after first coat with second coat of stripper on, Using course steel wool really does the job at this time to clean what remains. The steel wool will scrap off and absorb all whats left. BUY YOU SOME CHEMICAL RESISTANT GLOVES. This stuff will burn skin on contact. Use in well ventalated area and protect your eyes!

 

[sum-kina]

howard i see your from GA...where from?

HERES ANOTHER GA BOY!!! :mrgreen:

TIN LOOKS LIKE A GOOD PROJECT BAOT FOR SURE!!!
KEEP THE PICS COMIN!

 

[Howard]

Dacula,.... hope to take the paint of the inside of boat tomorrow.

dyeguy 1212 -- I am thinking around $35......... can see them on line at northerntool.com