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txbowhunter08
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Joined: Thu Nov 29, 2012 7:51 pm
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 picked up the new project boat Wasn't really wanting a riveted boat, but couldn't pass up the deal paid 500 for a 1442 with a homemade 16hp lt and a really nice heavy duty trailer. I have no experience with riveted boats but have heard stories of them leaking a lot. I also notice that instead of rivets the previous owner used same size bolts and nuts in a few places. They seem to work, but I am looking for some ideas to reinforce the whole boat. I was thinking of changing out the nuts and bolts with rivets or have them welded up and apply bed liner on the outside. Thoughts tips and advice? Thanks!! I will try to post pics
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WAD SHOOTER
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Joined: Sun May 16, 2010 4:30 pm
Posts: 667
Location: Clinton, MS
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Re: picked up the new project boat Do not put bed liner on the outside of the boat. Causes too much friction. Steel flex would be a better alternative.
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txbowhunter08
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Joined: Thu Nov 29, 2012 7:51 pm
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Re: picked up the new project boat thanks for the info! what do you suggest for the nuts and bolts just put rivets or have them welded? thanks
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SETx Longtail
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Joined: Sun Sep 01, 2013 2:53 pm
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Location: Hardin County, Tx
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Re: picked up the new project boat Any welding you do make sure it's on the inside of the boat. Bed liner on the inside wouldn't be bad, but it's heavy for what it is. Steel flex for the outside of the hull. Shouldn't have any leaks after that. Transom in decent shape?
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Swamper01
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Joined: Tue Jan 14, 2014 7:57 pm
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Location: Running between Manchac and the Basin
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Re: picked up the new project boat I changed out all the rivets on my small boat and replaced it with bolts. Works pretty good
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mud slinger 69
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Joined: Sun Aug 28, 2011 4:27 pm
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Location: Utah
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Re: picked up the new project boat Just leave the bolts in make sure there silled good and trow some steel flex on it. Should hold up for awhile.
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cr244
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Joined: Sat Jun 16, 2012 9:43 am
Posts: 1504
Location: Watoola, Alabama
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