1968 SaftMate

Discussion in 'Boat Design' started by atengnr, Jun 26, 2006.

  1. atengnr
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    atengnr Junior Member

    I have a 1968 SaftMate. Floor and stringers were replaced in 1997. Had 40 hp on until 1998, then was replaced with a 55 hp. I took the motor off yesterday and noticed that there is slight bowing in the transom (only visible with close inspection). Transom seems to be solid, though damp. Does this indicate that the transom should be replaced?

    Anyone know about the quality of these boats?

    Thanks.
     
    atengnr, Jun 26, 2006
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  2. atengnr
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    atengnr Junior Member

    Transom Bowed .25 inch

    My question is whether this slight bowing is a sign that the transom is no longer solid?? It does not flex or have any soft spots ....
     
    atengnr, Jun 28, 2006
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  3. Corpus Skipper
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    Should be ok as long as there is no flexing or cracking.
     
    Corpus Skipper, Jun 28, 2006
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