Filling holes in Aluminum hull?

[RiverMan]

I just bought a new kicker motor and need to fill some holes from the last motor mount in the transom of my aluminum boat. Can someone please tell me the best way to do this? There is 4 holes about 1/4" in diameter.

Thank you.

RM

[honker1]

You didn't say how big the boat was, or if the repaired holes are close to the new motor layout. On my aluminum boat I replaced the plywood transom board, so while it was out, I had the holes welded closed. Welding wouldn't be a option if you have plywood behind the aluminum.
A friend of mine patched the holes in his transom by using a stainless steel carriage bolt and rubber washer. He bolted all the way through the transom. Of course the holes were above the waterline. It didn't look to bad, but everyone would ask why the bolts were there.

[namu mac]

Originally Posted by honker1

You didn't say how big the boat was, or if the repaired holes are close to the new motor layout. On my aluminum boat I replaced the plywood transom board, so while it was out, I had the holes welded closed. Welding wouldn't be a option if you have plywood behind the aluminum.
A friend of mine patched the holes in his transom by using a stainless steel carriage bolt and rubber washer. He bolted all the way through the transom. Of course the holes were above the waterline. It didn't look to bad, but everyone would ask why the bolts were there.

[RiverMan]

The boat is 19' and there is no wood on the back. The only thing visible on the transom is the aluminum so whatever I do I want it to look good and hide the holes.

thx.

RM

[NWaddict]

get them welded