[Paddlewise] Mounting a footpump/Reinforcing bulkhead

From: Patrick Maun <pmaun_at_bitstream.net>
Date: Mon, 14 Aug 2000 12:32:08 -0500
Hello all,

just returned from a lovely extended weekend in the Apostle Islands 
(and added another boat to the fleet) and now have the following 
question. I have a Henderson footpump that I'd like to install in a 
Current Designs GTS. The bulkhead in the CD boats is plastic and I am 
not sure if it is strong enough for the pump. If it is someone let me 
know. Otherwise I am going to have to reinforce it somehow. Any ideas 
or tips? Adding a layer of glass, a piece of wood or something?

One other question. Any tips (psychological help welcomed as well) 
for drilling the large hole in the deck. Best bit for this, speed, 
should I tape to keep fracturing down? Thanks!

-Patrick

PS My newly added fiberglass keel-strip is holding up wonderfully. 
Lots of dragging on the beach without a problem. It looks like my 
worries about adhesion  to the gel coat are thus far moot.
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