Monark 14' 48 COMPLETED 2-26-19

[user 21876]

Skil Saw with a rip blade makes nice clean cuts in that type of foam, FYI.

Otherwise looks good, that is what I am going to use in my little rig, but the 1 1/2" variety.

 

[Johnny]

eeeewwwwwww skil-saw and foam = not a good mix.
blue static sticky dust all over the place !!!
just a good sharp kitchen knife will work fine.
As a sign maker for many years, I have cut literally hundreds of big letters
out of the pink and blue builders foam with a skil-saw, jig-saw and Roto-Zip.
and believe me, it can really leave a MESS !!

for the sealer . . . . don't use the quantity mentioned in the photo. Unless you intend to use a whole gallon.
use "parts" to make the desired amount. (and I personally recommend varnish over polyurethane).








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[lckstckn2smknbrls]

Use Spar varnish or Spar urethane. Their made for exterior use.

 

[kquinton]

Based on my 1542 boat, I'd need 2.4 of the 2" boards from home depot or lowes... 4x8ft. Under my floor like yours I only got 1 full board.

That is a very easy way to put foam in, and I think will work well, but that amount alone won't float your boat. However yours is lighter than mine with wood (that floats), vs aluminium I used

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I also plan to add foam under storage. Will need to strap it down....I hear it's not much good to have your foam floating : )

 

[kquinton]

eeeewwwwwww skil-saw and foam = not a good mix.
blue static sticky dust all over the place !!!
just a good sharp kitchen knife will work fine.
As a sign maker for many years, I have cut literally hundreds of big letters
out of the pink and blue builders foam with a skil-saw, jig-saw and Roto-Zip.
and believe me, it can really leave a MESS !!

for the sealer . . . . don't use the quantity mentioned in the photo. Unless you intend to use a whole gallon.
use "parts" to make the desired amount. (and I personally recommend varnish over polyurethane).


Yea can confirm the ole Reciprocating Saw and 2" foam board makes a "bit" of a mess. Oh well, clean up time clears the mind for next steps.
Good tip on the lesser amounts for mixing. I have no idea how far it will go.
Purchased the Polyurethane from my local True Value and he will be happy to swap for Varnish. Perhaps grab some Spar as lckstckn2smknbrls suggested.

Thanks for the suggestions!





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[kquinton]

Use Spar varnish or Spar urethane. Their made for exterior use.

Thanks, I will track some down.

 

[lckstckn2smknbrls]

Rustoleum brand oil based paints work very well.

 

[kquinton]

First, let me apologize for such a long gap in updating my project. Trust me I was still reviewing the Conversions and Modifications area for guidance. Last items completed this week custom decals on the cowling of 25 hp Evinrude.
As it has been so long I don’t want to attempt to give all the detail behind the photos. That said if you have a question I will be happy to supply detail.
I will try and pick up where I left off and show finished boat and a few pics of it in action.
Thanks to all who answered my questions whether you knew it or not. Could not have done it without all your great ideas and advice. I hope my contribution helps someone else.
I will admit upfront I had more time and spent more than most would be willing to, but it is now an official family heirloom . You will see a pic of who I hope is using it 50 years from now with his grandkids.

 

[kquinton]

Good to have friends who are good painters.

 

[kquinton]

A few pics of the aluminum frames and wiring details under it all. You can see simple two speakers for radio and it is a two battery system with Genius charger. Also bilge pump and battery switch.

 

[kquinton]

Sorry I don't have pics of cutting holes for and installing hatches, applying deck covering and lots of detail work but here is finished boat. Will add some up close pics to show more detail below.

 

[kquinton]

A few pics to show detail. My wife recreated the Monark factory decal for boat and did the custom Evinrude decals for cowling. I have to say those are two of my favorite elements.
Also, you can see the rocker switches on electronics panel. Rocker switches control; deck lights, hatch lights, running lights and lamp on front. The panel was made from a Walmart garbage can, fliped over, cut to fit and attached to the hatch that was made to open automatically with a gas strut. I enjoyed sorting out all the electrical as that is nothing I have experience with.

 

[kquinton]

A few action pics from last summer.

Me
Best fishing buddy, of course, that = best buddy
90-year-old Father In Law
Grandson and future boat owner

 

[kquinton]

1971 Monark 14' 48" project 100% complete and ready to fish. Thanks again for the good help I received from the Tin Boat family!

 

[LDUBS]

Boat looks fantastic. Congrats!

 

[kquinton]

Boat looks fantastic. Congrats!

Thanks


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[jasper60103]

Great results and breaking her in.
Enjoy.

jasper

 

[kquinton]

Great results and breaking her in.
Enjoy.

jasper

Thanks it was a fun project


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[lckstckn2smknbrls]

Looks good.
I like the color combination.

 

[kquinton]

Looks good.
I like the color combination.

Thanks
I have to admit I’m a long suffering TN Vols Basketball fan. Big Orange.
Tried not to be over the top with it.


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