Jamesbon
07-25-2003, 06:45 PM
Sorry I've been slow to respond to everyone's questions...just wanted to have a solid update before I replied.
So, I just picked up the deck a couple days ago, and am in process of laminating the front and rear tank bulk heads with mat.
I will write and post a complete "tank mounting" documentary in a few days, sit tight.
What's left? Laminate the tank bulk heads, foam the tank in, do a final grind to the inside of the hull, then laminate hardwood and glass around the area where the deck screws will fasten to, then shoot the interior with white gel and pop the deck on.
There's still lots to do, but once the deck's on, it's nothing but fun from there.
I have a couple questions regarding whether or not to mount a pvc drain tube below the tank or not...will touch on that later...too much on my mind at the moment to discuss further.
We plan to fire the 509 on a stand in a week or two. I'll take pics and a video of the ceremonies. (my camera take short video clips, but no sound...maybe Capt. Ted can swing by and shoot some ear popping footage) :D
Oh yeah, just a funny side note, I've broke just about all of the deed restrictions we have here in Redington Shores. We're only allowed one boat, and one trailer in a yard, no tents and no working on your rig in the driveway. The building inspector for Redington Shores stopped by today after the police, but my smooth charm and character convinced them to give me two more weeks wink Some "A HOLE" complained that there were no "FL numbers" on my boat, which was what prompted the visits by the cops and "deed police." F THEM!! I really can't complain though, this restoration has been going on for a long time. Thank god we close on an acre of land with small 2 br. house in Zephyrhills August 28th., where we'll build a steel warehouse for all pops cars and my beloved 1971 Donzi GT.
One final note, please comment, or ask any questions you see fit. I'm open to enlightment and enjoy seeking the infinite wisdom contained here on The Donzi Registry! Thanks in advance!!!!!!!
http://www.donzi.net/photos/nsctent1.jpg
http://www.donzi.net/photos/nsctent2.jpg
http://www.donzi.net/photos/nsctent3.jpg
http://www.donzi.net/photos/nsctent4.jpg
http://www.donzi.net/photos/nsctent5.jpg
So, I just picked up the deck a couple days ago, and am in process of laminating the front and rear tank bulk heads with mat.
I will write and post a complete "tank mounting" documentary in a few days, sit tight.
What's left? Laminate the tank bulk heads, foam the tank in, do a final grind to the inside of the hull, then laminate hardwood and glass around the area where the deck screws will fasten to, then shoot the interior with white gel and pop the deck on.
There's still lots to do, but once the deck's on, it's nothing but fun from there.
I have a couple questions regarding whether or not to mount a pvc drain tube below the tank or not...will touch on that later...too much on my mind at the moment to discuss further.
We plan to fire the 509 on a stand in a week or two. I'll take pics and a video of the ceremonies. (my camera take short video clips, but no sound...maybe Capt. Ted can swing by and shoot some ear popping footage) :D
Oh yeah, just a funny side note, I've broke just about all of the deed restrictions we have here in Redington Shores. We're only allowed one boat, and one trailer in a yard, no tents and no working on your rig in the driveway. The building inspector for Redington Shores stopped by today after the police, but my smooth charm and character convinced them to give me two more weeks wink Some "A HOLE" complained that there were no "FL numbers" on my boat, which was what prompted the visits by the cops and "deed police." F THEM!! I really can't complain though, this restoration has been going on for a long time. Thank god we close on an acre of land with small 2 br. house in Zephyrhills August 28th., where we'll build a steel warehouse for all pops cars and my beloved 1971 Donzi GT.
One final note, please comment, or ask any questions you see fit. I'm open to enlightment and enjoy seeking the infinite wisdom contained here on The Donzi Registry! Thanks in advance!!!!!!!
http://www.donzi.net/photos/nsctent1.jpg
http://www.donzi.net/photos/nsctent2.jpg
http://www.donzi.net/photos/nsctent3.jpg
http://www.donzi.net/photos/nsctent4.jpg
http://www.donzi.net/photos/nsctent5.jpg