engine cover needed

I sent you to this forum. Guess I could give you some ideas about how to build an engine cover if you can't find one.

If you have access to somebody else's engine cover, similar in size to what you want, and they will trust you for a minute, then...you can wrap that cover in several layers of plastic wrap. Then, essentially use it as a mold. I recommend using biaxial mat to build a shell on the outside of the other engine cover. Once it cures remove the shell, unwrap the other engine cover, and clean it up so the guy doesn't suspect anything. Then, add one or more layers of biaxial mat inside the new shell you just made.

Another option is to measure another motor box. Then use plywood wrapped in plastic wrap to make a rectangular shaped box that you fill with urethane foam. Once the foam cures dissasemble the plywood box. Then use a hand saw to sculpt the foam into the shape you want. Wrap the foam mold in plastic wrap then use biaxail mat to form the new box. Again you'll need a few layers.

Not that difficult of a job but it could be costly and is time consuming. I imagine you could use some 3ply and actually make a motor box then cover it inside and out with glass as well (eliminating the need for a mold).

There are a several ways to do it.

I should have a factory fiberglass engine box by the end of this month for sale......It has vinyl on it, but would need to be re-covered. Should fit over small block ford or chevy with no problem. When I get it, I will measure and email you or put it on this post. I don't have it here, but will by the end of this month. Call with questions..... Paul Carpenter (980)581-0006

I thought initially that the shape of the 82 engine box was different than the 81 and earlier Nautique,,,,,,but after looking at the reference section, I believe they are the same box (for the small blocks, ford and chevy). I will keep you posted. If someone comes up with one sooner, jump on it. PC

Hey Paul, any word on that engine cover you said you would have by the end of the month. I'm still interested if you have gotten it or are still getting it. Let me know.

Thanks

yeah, i've talked to them. It was going to be quiet expensive to get one from them. If paul cant come through for me, I may have to go that route. Hopefully this will work out.

thanks sooo much paul. your a great guy and very very helpful. I cant wait to hear from you again. hopefully with some more good news.
thanks everybody else for pointing me this direction.

bldrman, I am interested in your boat parts, and I sent you an email. Thanks, Paul (980)581-0006