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    1970 18 deck split questions...

    I'm getting ready to split the deck on my 1970 18 2+3 and I have a few questions...

    -What's this about fiberglass tabs that need to be cut?...where are they?
    -Once the boat is split and disassembled, how do I flip the hull over?

    Thanks!

    Aaron
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    There are tabs on the ski locker on both sides, one on the very front of the locker. Also there are tabs on the sides where the locker meets the tub. Also tabs are in the area where the center storage locker is.

    Get a few friends to help flip the hull. Its easy.

    Scott Pearson
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    I haven't flipped a Donzi that small, but a few folks probably can do it easily.
    It's always a good idea to bolt in some reinforcement between the gunnels.
    George Carter
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    Cool. Will the hull be okay on boat stands until I can get some 2x4s in for bracing?...or should I put it back on the trailer?

    Any problem with pulling the motor after the deck is off?...or should I do it before?
    1974 Magnum 27 Sport
    1970 Donzi 18 2+3

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    To tell you the truth the boat ( hull ) will be just fine on boat stands considering you are planning on flipping the hull within the next few days or future .which should not distort the hull or shape at this time (unless it is a lengthy period of time ) but to tell you the truth i have flipped 46 Skaters ....adding pads to the bottom with not much support to the hull other then Bulkheads for more then a few weeks ..................

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    If your doing transom work or stringer work you better make a jig.

    Scott Pearson
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