I decided to go with gk's idea on the transom pads. I cut them to size and coated it with epoxy layed plastic over it and rolled out the bubbles <poor mans peel ply>
![Image](http://gallery.bateau2.com/albums/userpics/18685/transom%20motor%20mounts.jpg)
I also got my 2nd coat on. Im using interlux brightside as my paint. I know i should've gone with a 2 part paint but our local boat dealer didn't have the primer or reducers for the 2 part interlux paints and my only other option was awlgrip but the price was a little to steep. I wet sanded it and polished it out and im pleased with the results.
![Image](http://gallery.bateau2.com/albums/userpics/18685/side%20view.jpg)
Also installed some lift handles to make it easier to carry the boat. And got the hatch installed.
![Image](http://gallery.bateau2.com/albums/userpics/18685/lift%20handles%20installed.jpg)
Just gotta wait till the epoxy cures then 5200 it to the transom. Overall this boat was a great learning experience.