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Q1: For a 1965 16-foot hull, for proper weight distribution, and with an engine weight of 250-lbs, what is the recommended location for the following components in order to producing proper operation of the hull when on plane: ⋅ seating (100-lbs) ⋅ 9-gallon fuel tank, and ⋅&...

Q1: other than the wood locating diagram (which I already have), where can I find more formation as to where I ought to mount the new wooden interior components for my SPORT 17 boat? [I do] not [need information] specific to anchor points [as] I have the diagram of the internal wood in the deck, gun...

jimh--thank you; your advice was helpful.

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Q2: [Should] I [infer from the lack or replies] that these kits are perhaps sub-standard or not worth the money [or] time?

The hull of my 1965 16-footer has cracks in the gel coat layer throughout the boat, and in some areas the fiberglass laminate is exposed. I plan to repair this damage with either or both of these products: ⋅ TotalBoat Structural Repair Putty, Marine Grade Long Stranded Fiber Fiberglass Rei...

ONLY FOR READERS WHO HAVE ORDERED A WOOD INTERIOR KIT FROM SPECIALTY MARINE FOR A 17-FOOTER Q1: was the Specialty Marine wood interior kit for a SPORT 17 you received WORTH its $2,198 cost? Cf.: https://www.specialtymarine.com/products/boston-whaler-16-17-super-sport-mahogany-wood-complete-interior-1

[The desired location for the swim ladder is] on the stern. [The number of rungs on the swim ladder should be] one rung that lowers down. The brand is not important [as other characteristics]. [The swim ladder] must be durable and strong. [Swim ladders that are] teak models would go nicely [with som...

[Give me recommendations for a source for] swim ladder [to use on a 1965 13-foot hull] that is simple, sturdy, and low profile.

Thank you and I get that I'm using subjective terms like "good".

I'll put up some pictures for a more objective assessment.

Thanks for the replies.

Thanks to the moderator who tweaked the format of my post—it was helpful.

Q4: what techniques are good to restore gel coat?

Q5: what products are good to restore gel coat?

I went to Wisconsin from Michigan to purchase a 1965 16-footer with a c.1980 Mercury 70-HP engine that runs great. The hull is solid and floats high and level. The fiberglass is in good shape. I caused some cracking in the deck gel coat from leaving the boat in the sun too much. The wood interior an...