Construction

100% Composite Construction.

There are many steps in the process of producing a Hogfish boat and we have developed techniques and procedures that assure highest quality, strength and durability. First and foremost in creating a fine quality boat is constant attention to our molds. Each mold is inspected and re-inspected for uniformity before each boat is built to insure years of trouble free service. After the mold  has been prepped, the building process begins with the applying of the gel coats and then the first layer of fiberglass is applied. Alternating layers of Coremat fiber polyester fabric for strength, added impact resistance and for enhanced gel coat appearance. Each layer is hand laminated as it is applied for the most in uniformity and strength. 

After the layers of fiberglass are applied, the building process continues with addition of the stringers. On all Hogfish Boats Models, a stringer grid is built from foam-cored fiberboard and installed in the hull where it is completely encapsulated in fiberglass. The transom is constructed of layers of composite that are bonded together to handle the most powerful of today's outboards. The fuel tank is installed along with PVC piping for the wiring and cables and all cavities in the hull are completely foam filled prior to the installation of the composite floor. The corner boxes and the front deck are all glassed in place before the spatter finish is applied and the console installed. Throughout the building process, only the finest in stainless steel hardware and fasteners are applied to stand up to the toughest saltwater environment are used. 

As with all the other Hogfish models, the cavities in hull are completely foam filled before deck is installed for the ultimate in safety. The full inner liner deck with non-skid surfaces is strengthen with Nida Core honeycomb composite in both the floor and the deck to provide a lifetime of light weight durability. The deck is then bonded to the hull with the use of polyester bonding agents and stainless steel screws virtually making the hull and deck a one piece unit. As with all Hogfish boats, only the finest in stainless steel hardware is used throughout the boat for years of trouble free service.