THE SWAMP DONKEY- New Pics Paint/Floor/Electrical

[Howard]

I would not try to bend it. Maybe run a aluminum filler on top of the transom from on side to another and weld the two gusset's at each end to tie the two sides together, Then lag down through the top into the transom.

 

[waterfowler1]

A buddy of mine is going to do the welding for me, We decided to notch out the corners so it will sit flush with the top caps and Ill just bolt it all together.

 

[waterfowler1]

So the other day i talked with a buddy of mine and he told me he would go ahead and weld up my transom for cheap. His family runs a hog farm and runs an irrigation company. So When i brought it to their shop i found out they had a TIG welder i was hooked.

Doin work on the transom

lined up

He did a pretty good job and only charged me $40.

 

[Tettle07]

Hey guys so today was totally dedicated to the winch post and I got the task completed!

This is how it turned out!

After debating I think I will be putting in a new top cap for the transom. I think im past fender issue for now, I think Ill leave things the way they are and just buy some new ones. I am going to complete the winch post by cutting off the extra thats hanging off the back of the arms and maybe start to touch up the paint a little bit. Thanks For all the help guys!

Hey I was looking at your winch post and I just recently switched my "bump stop" (cant think of real name) from a rubber stop like you have to a flat 2x4 that is carpeted (this was a test fit picture)... it has really helped secure my boat to the trailer better. Its more surface area for the mount and puts less stress on the front end of the boat when traveling....... Just my 2 cents worth.....

 

[waterfowler1]

Painted the entire boat and decided to keep it a solid color for right now...

Had to give 'er a name

Used closed cell foam between the support ribs on the floor to make it flat and topped the floor with neo-mats in Max-4

Finally got around to mounting the fire extinguisher

Also installed two hatches for storage under the seats and three illuminated rocker switches for the head lights, navigation lights, and anchor light.

Right now I'm away at college but the next improvement will be pods, and eventually a homemade lt, thanks for lookin!