Abstract: An aluminum boat is provided having a stringer assembly with curved stringer to support the boat. The boat further includes a keel box for encapsulation of foam at high pressure to strengthen the boat. An integral trim tab is provided to control the shingle angle of the boat. Also, a multi-piece knee brace assembly is provided to support the transom of the boat.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
July 14, 2000
Date of Patent:
March 18, 2003
Assignee:
Tracker Marine, L.L.P.
Inventors:
Robert C. Goad, Marc E. Straub, Mike R. Terrell, Tommy Morphis