I've been a member on this site for more than 10 years, but this is my first post/question. I've found this site to be such a wealth of knowledge and I want to thank every person who has ever helped answered questions on this forum.
I'm installing a tuttle box on a SUP for a Go Foil hydrofoil. (not mine, can't afford such a thing) There is a good video of an install on youtube of the basic steps to install the box.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g8pNdilmXF8
In the video, the person cuts the hole all the way through the deck, installs the box sticking through the deck, grinds the box down, then laminates back over it.
My question: Is it necessary to cut through the top lamination? I've cut the hole through the bottom of the board and cleared away all the foam to the bottom of the deck lam. see pic.
If I leave the deck as is and cut the box to fit correctly into the hole so that it rests on the deck lamination (and epoxied in) will it be strong enough? obviously I'll need to laminate and finish off the bottom as well. It seems like it would save a step and make for a cleaner install.
Any thoughts?
Thanks,
John
