I was not happy drilling holes in my newly finished WD Double, but I did so to install Keepers foot braces per the construction manual. Unfortunately, I wasn't clear on whether the 24 inch measure from the seats meant to the front of the foot brace or to the back. Oh, I should have spent more time on-line checking that out. In an case, my foot braces are far short of comfortable. They are too close to the seats. No problem, really. We've enjoyed several really fine trips around lake Wylie with the grandchildren, but I want to move those braces forward. I've ordered internal mounting kits so that I do not have to create more holes in my hull. That leads to today's question. What is the best way to plug unwanted holes in the hull once I reinstall the braces with internal hardware. I assume that means filling the hole with "peanut butter" epoxy and wood fiber, fiberglassing, and revarnishing. I thought it might be best to check and see if anyone has more specific advice.
I am also finding that the center of gravity is a bit far back when my passengers are 40 pound children. Is there a better solution than placing a bag of sand forward? I'm getting rather wet when trailing waves come over the duck's tail. Its a minor problem. I think I need to make these grandchildren a couple of wood ducklings later this summer.