Recent content by Steve47

Thanks Tom, appreciate the help.

You're right Tabman, same guy. I will be continuing work on them in a few weeks. I am guessing that that system is original from 1991 so I'm considdering a complete replacement. What is the normal life of the pump and lines?

My 1991 Gulfstream has 12x9 Bennett trim tabs that seem to be too small for the boat and I'm considering replacing them with larger ones. The boat is a bracket model with twin 150 optimax motors. I would like to use 18x9 plates but there isn't room so I believe that my only alternative is 12x12...

I talked to a friend who has 40 years experience in restoration business and advised me when I did my repair. The problem with the single piece is there is a greater chance of warping, especially in the larger deck piece. Also, there is less chance of air pockets in the glass between the wood...

Before you redo with one piece you should call Grady White. That was and is the way they do it and it works. I believe that there is less chance of warping. I am sure they will help you.

You should not use a single piece of plywood. They are done with small pieces with F/G in between and on top. Call GW and they will have all the info.

Fish Tank, I did a 2'x2' deck plate on my '91 gulfstream last year. Under the deck surface of the plate was like mush. I cut along the underside edge (carefully) with a cirular saw,not penetrating the deck surface. I believe I used a chisel on the corners. I was able to take out the...

Thanks for the input guys, I appreciate it.

Thanks Grog. Pretty much what I thought. Good point on the screw holes. I was thinking a circular saw could cut along the edge without going thru the deck and then not sure but maybe chisels to release the wood. Any thoughts on that?

I have a 1991 Gulfstream that needs the rear middle deck panel repaired due to rot. It is the 2ft by 2ft planel with an inpection plate in it and is screwed and caulked in place. I have heard that it is best to cut out the damaged part below the non-skid floor and replace that to save the...