Detox Don
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I know there were other threads talking about F65 14ST tire replacements but I wanted to run a possible fix for those of us that can't raise the fenders due to the boat sitting on top of them.
I have 2 ideas- First idea is to weld new bunk plates to raise the boat 1" and then reinstall the bunks. Raise the fender to get clearance for 205 75 14 tires.
Second idea was to use thicker lumber on the bunk 2-3x4 and 2- 3x8 which will also raise the boat 1"
I have a Cat hull so my 8" bunks are flat and the 4" bunks are on a very slight angle so I don't see a problem with changing the height and thus not changing how the bunks meet the bottom of the boat.
Does anyone see any other potential problems with my fix? Suggestions on whether plates or thicker lumber is the best way to go?
I have 2 ideas- First idea is to weld new bunk plates to raise the boat 1" and then reinstall the bunks. Raise the fender to get clearance for 205 75 14 tires.
Second idea was to use thicker lumber on the bunk 2-3x4 and 2- 3x8 which will also raise the boat 1"
I have a Cat hull so my 8" bunks are flat and the 4" bunks are on a very slight angle so I don't see a problem with changing the height and thus not changing how the bunks meet the bottom of the boat.
Does anyone see any other potential problems with my fix? Suggestions on whether plates or thicker lumber is the best way to go?