jasoncooperpcola
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Yep I got a set of hydraulic tabs.
Hull extension
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Yep I got a set of hydraulic tabs.
RidgeRunner
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I think a donor hull might not be the best way to extend a hull. Hull stretcher 100% easier.
jasoncooperpcola
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You are right Ridge. Which reminds me. My meglinating variable intesity multifunction power tool is the LIMITED EDITION! The bearings are lubricated by wax from Chuck Norris' ears. GUARANTEED FOREVER!
smokeonthewater
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Now I KNOW you're full of chit.... Wax would be far too afraid to ever form in Chuck Norris' ears..... Ur sellin unicorns!!!!!
Kracker Jack
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Build you a rack to put your boat in just like the thread. Then screw melamine or a F.R.P to the outside the boat then spray a pva release wax. Build the thickness up with heavy woven and csm alternating layers. Then return the cloth progressively about 3 or 4 foot into the hull on both sides of the patch. Let it kick then remove your out mold boards then progressively do the same layup as you did the inside. I would think that would git er done!!!! Add new stringers. Sounds simple...... But that's a lot of work!!
Boat lengthener .....extender..... " how to "
1. Chain saw the boat across the marked line approx 2' ahead of the stern.
Just cut the darn boat in half there.
2. Cut 5' sections for the floor, and two sides.
A. Slather on a complete coating of 5200.
B. Fit these sections into place, with 1' overlap on each side.
C. Then drill holes every 6" and run stainless bolts with washers, and more 5200.
Run em' right through the hull, don't be bashful about it.
3. Tighten it all up, then coat the outer and inner hull with epoxy and gel coat.
4. Let dry, then wet sand and polish if that's important to you.
Then take your new V24 out on the ocean and have fun.
Total time for the job - figure 4 hours.
1. Chain saw the boat across the marked line approx 2' ahead of the stern.
Just cut the darn boat in half there.
2. Cut 5' sections for the floor, and two sides.
A. Slather on a complete coating of 5200.
B. Fit these sections into place, with 1' overlap on each side.
C. Then drill holes every 6" and run stainless bolts with washers, and more 5200.
Run em' right through the hull, don't be bashful about it.
3. Tighten it all up, then coat the outer and inner hull with epoxy and gel coat.
4. Let dry, then wet sand and polish if that's important to you.
Then take your new V24 out on the ocean and have fun.
Total time for the job - figure 4 hours.
Kracker Jack
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You didn't mention any duct tape? Or a piece of foil off a chewing gum wrapper. Both mentioned must must have some structual integrity to build.
Come on man - this is the " get er done " instructional.
Cut, insert, glue, bolt, coat.
Two hour job if you're in a hurry. Four if you want to be fussy about it.
jasoncooperpcola
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Yall are hilarious. Kracker no jokes its a ton of work. Your idea would have the most strength as it has layers built up on the hull on inside and outside. That would require flipping the V. Anybody know what just a V hull weighs? There are no scales nearby. Unless I go buy five bathroom scales and weigh the trailer with and without the boat.
ssiredfish
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I believe my 20CC is 1800lbs, hull only....
macojoe
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Here is what wellcraft lists it at 1,920# also 60 gal gas, and 200 hp max power http://www.wellcraftv20.com/gallery/cat_1983/A4
This is what you guys are looking for I am sure!! here is what wellcraft did in 1983 :
http://www.wellcraftv20.com/gallery/cat_1983/A7
This is what you guys are looking for I am sure!! here is what wellcraft did in 1983 :
http://www.wellcraftv20.com/gallery/cat_1983/A7
jasoncooperpcola
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Thanks MJ and ssiredfish. Now I wonder if my current trailer can handle all the extra weight if I extend the hull. It needs new springs right now, maybe I can get higher rated springs and axles? I can only go another foot forward with the winch post and I still have to figure in possibly 800lbs hanging 30" of the transom. While we are on the weight subject how much do yall think the actual hull itself no cap weighs?
smokeonthewater
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12-15
jasoncooperpcola
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Ok so the cap is around 500 I think. So hull weight is 14-15. Smoke was right. I really do not have any help on this project, so I want to make sure I have the mechanical means to flip the hull if need be. I do not want to get in over my head on this. The hardest part i see is the actual mold itself.
smokeonthewater
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No need to flip hull.... Mold is just a few pieces of board screwed to outside of the separated halves.... Touch up gell coat work if needed can be done from underneath with a paintbrush. Sand smooth after.
I'm thinking it would ride similar to the 21' in that trim tabs would be important.
Longer boat means spanning the waves better, ultimately means less pitching but this is just a couple of feet longer. So, " the hull is the hull " and would still likely pound in a head sea without trim tabs.
Kracker Jack
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Our albemarle is 7200 pound dry weight with a 24 degree deadrise. I hate to say it but you can't compare the 2 hulls its like comparing apples to oranges. Even if the v was 24 foot long.
jasoncooperpcola
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Come to think of it, the 250 Sportsman was a little heavy. But it would blast thru waves that would cause you to throttle back on a V. I wonder if that was weight or length? Or both? This concerns me because I plan on 75 mile trips to the oil rigs. Not to mention runs to the Edge, Steps, and the Nipple ranging from 25-45 miles offshore. I like to fish SKA Tourneys so speed in rough crap is important.