Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: Fitting deck, fuel tank cover back in (PICS)

Posted by gchuba on 04/22/14 - 9:29 AM
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How/where was the weight bearing before you had the repair done? What are the reasons for the "foots" (shims?)? I had a portion of my deck off for my 1979 22ft Revenge and the entire outer area of the deck was bearing on the boats hull with no need for "foots" (shims). The deck was screwed down (screws 8" o/c plus minus) with some continuous sealant (maybe 4200) between the deck and hull with some clear sealant in the deck seams. I believe that should be a tight fit without shimming.

I looked at your photos again and I believe the deck should be making continuous contact on the ledge you have marked with the green marker.

gchuba

Edited by gchuba on 04/22/14 - 9:38 AM