I just wanted you to know your videos really help. I have the exact same boat, and ive been watching each video on this tracker to aide me. Full rebuild from floor to transom and then some
Thank you. I appreciate that. I’m hoping to get back to making videos soon. Life got in the way lol. Been unreal busy at the real job and that sucks lol
Nice work I just subscribed after watching part one, two and this, I cut two pieces of aluminum with the plasma cutter one for the dam and one for the inside against the back, many good ideas from your series of videos on the transom, ie the epoxy (over 150 must of went up some from 3 years ago) I like the pvc board idea but i might go with an aluminum support for the middle welded in on the inside back and epoxied in on the dam aluminum, or possible a liquid transom, depends if i can learn how to use the tig tomorrow, nice job on the boat what a fishing machine that will be
Another great video.I bet the transom is stronger now than it was when the boat was built. No shortcuts on any of your rebuilds..Enjoyed this video just like all your others.
Eazy peezy NOT! Jeff you are good at just about everything and you make that look easy , I know that's a tough project. That thing looks great I'm sure it'll last someone a lifetime now. Excellent Job Brother
Two questions. Have you ever replaced a bow plate? How is that curve achieved? And what is the price difference of this type of pvc? And one request to make a video of how you fab up that trim piece. Three welding shops just laughed at me when I tried to get them to make one for me that disintegrated upon removal.
Should I drill out the holes before I install the new transom or pit the wood in first then try to drill them out? I don't have the old one as a guide, it got destroyed removing it
Enjoyed watching this, excellent tutorial. Thanks much. I need to do the same thing. First problem is my transom has a top that is welded on and riveted in. I watched your video on rivets and may try it. How would I break those welds?
Use a really thin cut off wheel and try to cut them without getting too deep in the parent material. It can be done. Just take your time. Thank you very much for watching and commenting I appreciate it.
Ordered washers off of amazon. They were out of TUOREN brand so I got another type. They look the same. Also did you put silicone in holes before you put bolts/washers in thru transom? Also where did you get the bolts with the phillips heads? They are 1/4" correct?
Lowes Carries some 1/4” Phillips head bolts. Yes I put a dab of sealer on the threads as I screws them in. Glad your getting it done. Thanks for watching
It is lighter. I don’t see why not, I’ve never messed with fiberglass boats much. But I got a friend who has used pvc with no issues. He held it in with resin/epoxy. And pretty much made it a permanent part of the hull.
Two questions, did you use anything to drill the holes straight so they lined up on the backside? And where did u get the new hardware? I can't find the bolts anywhere
I didn’t use anything to line it up. I just made sure I was square to the face of the transom. I ordered the hardware from Amazon. I think there’s a link in the description.
Jeff, did you glue the aluminum plate to the PVC? If yes, isn't any issue with the thermal expansion/contraction difference between the aluminum and PVC board? As I've read, the thermal coefficient of these materials is quite different...
They’re not as strong. Only use for temporary or to fill random holes like where a old transducer was mounted. I’ve used them but I try to always go back with solid if possible
What type of pvc board did you use? I have about 20 sheets of 3/4" pvc board that's used for signs and I didn't think it was going to be strong enough. Maybe with 2 layers and the aluminum it would be. I had originally bought it to do the floor on my pontoon but it had a little more flex than I was comfortable with.
I use it in my construction business. You can find it at your building centers that service contractors usually. Good luck thanks for watching and commenting I appreciate it
I use a material called Azek. I think the big box stores carry a version. I get mine from actual lumber companies that are builder supply. They usually refer to it as synthetic board. I buy it in board and sheet form. Good luck and thank you for watching and commenting
Best transom build I’ve seen on TH-cam!
Nice job dude!and thanks for taking the time to share it with us.
I appreciate that. Thank you for watching
I just wanted you to know your videos really help. I have the exact same boat, and ive been watching each video on this tracker to aide me. Full rebuild from floor to transom and then some
Thank you. I appreciate that. I’m hoping to get back to making videos soon. Life got in the way lol. Been unreal busy at the real job and that sucks lol
Nice work I just subscribed after watching part one, two and this, I cut two pieces of aluminum with the plasma cutter one for the dam and one for the inside against the back, many good ideas from your series of videos on the transom, ie the epoxy (over 150 must of went up some from 3 years ago) I like the pvc board idea but i might go with an aluminum support for the middle welded in on the inside back and epoxied in on the dam aluminum, or possible a liquid transom, depends if i can learn how to use the tig tomorrow, nice job on the boat what a fishing machine that will be
Thanks for sharing have a blessed day in the name of Jesus
Another great video.I bet the transom is stronger now than it was when the boat was built. No shortcuts on any of your rebuilds..Enjoyed this video just like all your others.
Thank you I appreciate that
Jeff, You are quiet a craftsman. Nice work. I replaced my transom 2 years ago. Wish I had seen this first. I used 3/4" marine grade plywood.
Thank you I appreciate you watching. And taking time to comment
Good job. That transom will outlive the rest of the boat.
Lol. You are 100% correct. Thanks for watching and commenting I appreciate it
Eazy peezy NOT! Jeff you are good at just about everything and you make that look easy , I know that's a tough project. That thing looks great I'm sure it'll last someone a lifetime now. Excellent Job Brother
Thanks brother I appreciate it
GREAT JOB Jeff!! Looks awesome! Happy Fishing!
Thanks 👍
Awesome job Jeff, this is going to be better than new
Thanks brother
Two questions. Have you ever replaced a bow plate? How is that curve achieved? And what is the price difference of this type of pvc? And one request to make a video of how you fab up that trim piece. Three welding shops just laughed at me when I tried to get them to make one for me that disintegrated upon removal.
Thanks my friend for the tip the fishing is great content
Thank you
Very good video.
Thank you I appreciate you watching and commenting
Should I drill out the holes before I install the new transom or pit the wood in first then try to drill them out? I don't have the old one as a guide, it got destroyed removing it
Good video as always !
I appreciate it
Enjoyed watching this, excellent tutorial. Thanks much. I need to do the same thing. First problem is my transom has a top that is welded on and riveted in. I watched your video on rivets and may try it. How would I break those welds?
Use a really thin cut off wheel and try to cut them without getting too deep in the parent material. It can be done. Just take your time.
Thank you very much for watching and commenting I appreciate it.
Where do you get the PVC board? I messed that part. Got the bolt part of it.
How heavy of a motor would you feel comfortable hanging on there? Thanks for all the great videos!!
I never go bigger than the factory max. But this transom can support about anything I put on it. The issue becomes weight vs buoyancy.
Hey Jeff, where did you get the Large sheets of PVC board?
I get them from contractor supply. “Lumber yards”. Not big box stores
Ordered washers off of amazon. They were out of TUOREN brand so I got another type. They look the same. Also did you put silicone in holes before you put bolts/washers in thru transom? Also where did you get the bolts with the phillips heads? They are 1/4" correct?
Lowes Carries some 1/4” Phillips head bolts. Yes I put a dab of sealer on the threads as I screws them in.
Glad your getting it done. Thanks for watching
Is the PVC board used here the same as the Azec or Veranda (Cellular PVC) boards that can be bought from Home Depot?
It’s the same type material. Not sure if Home Depot sells the sheets
Hey Jeff, I know this is an old one, but I'm wondering, is the pvc lighter than the wood? Also, could you use pvc on a fiberglass transom? Thanks
It is lighter. I don’t see why not, I’ve never messed with fiberglass boats much. But I got a friend who has used pvc with no issues. He held it in with resin/epoxy. And pretty much made it a permanent part of the hull.
Two questions, did you use anything to drill the holes straight so they lined up on the backside? And where did u get the new hardware? I can't find the bolts anywhere
I didn’t use anything to line it up. I just made sure I was square to the face of the transom. I ordered the hardware from Amazon. I think there’s a link in the description.
@@bowl830ok, yea it's only the washers in the link, I'll keep searching for the bolts, my home depot doesn't have them
@tommyparker6187 I got the bolts at Lowe’s
Didn't see where you left info on where you got resin and transom screws with rubber washers.
They may have removed. I will try to find link
Jeff, did you glue the aluminum plate to the PVC? If yes, isn't any issue with the thermal expansion/contraction difference between the aluminum and PVC board? As I've read, the thermal coefficient of these materials is quite different...
I didn’t glue them.
What’s your take on sealed pop rivets for transom skin?
They’re not as strong. Only use for temporary or to fill random holes like where a old transducer was mounted. I’ve used them but I try to always go back with solid if possible
What type of pvc board did you use? I have about 20 sheets of 3/4" pvc board that's used for signs and I didn't think it was going to be strong enough. Maybe with 2 layers and the aluminum it would be. I had originally bought it to do the floor on my pontoon but it had a little more flex than I was comfortable with.
The stuff I use is made for construction. I’m sure it’s probably the same. This has flex but when you add the resin it really stiffened up.
@@bowl830 thanks I may bond some together and see what happens. I would love to be able to use it and never worry about rotten transoms again.
@@HookedUpCatfishing How did it go? Near me I think it is referred to as PVC foam board but like you, I thought it seems a bit flexy.
You should put a little 4 stroke on there.
I’m planning on a 60-75. It rated for a 90. I just don’t need that kind of speed. I’d be tempted lol.
Where did you get the pvc board
I got it from a contractor supply center. I use it on new home construction. In North Carolina it’s called The Building Center
What material do you use for the transom
It’s a synthetic material like PVC It’s not S dense as starboard and it has pores so it’s takes epoxy and resin really good
Thanks for watching and commenting I appreciate it
do you have a link for the bolts and washers you used?
Oops I’ll add it today.
@@bowl830 i very much enjoyed the video...Can you please direct me to the bolts and washers used... I was unable to locate the link.
Thank you. I’ll check again. They keep taking it down. I appreciate you watching and commenting
Where did purchase the pvc?
I use it in my construction business. You can find it at your building centers that service contractors usually. Good luck thanks for watching and commenting I appreciate it
Are you using azek pvc ?
It’s like that. But in 4x8 sheets. Azek is just a brand name for it.
What kind of PVC did you use?
By the way. These videos are a lifesaver. THANK YOU for lending us your great skills
I use a material called Azek. I think the big box stores carry a version. I get mine from actual lumber companies that are builder supply. They usually refer to it as synthetic board. I buy it in board and sheet form. Good luck and thank you for watching and commenting
@@bowl830thank you!
Come on man hammering the transom board in with s hammer,at least use a piece of wood or rubber mallet