74’ Seacraft 23 CC Rebuild

[Glosta23]

So... let the “fun” begin.

My goal is to remove all wood and old foam in stringers. Rebuild transom, deck and top cap. Then refinish hull, mount outboard bracket and install twin 150’s.

Engine and stern drive are out, 900 lbs. combined weight. Console removed and deck hatches opened. Gas tank drained and removed. Most of hardware removed.

MY DILEMMA IS...
The tank measures 36” x 28” x 13.5” and holds 59 gallons of fuel @ 100% capacity. Weight of 59 gallons of fuel is approx 355 lbs. Should I move tank forward of the center console location to compensate for what I assume will be 850 lbs. of engines, plus 200 +/- lbs. of bracket hanging off the stern? I also intend to install a taller console with a T-top as well.

Any build suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Thank you in advance.