CaptBobKeeney

Carl yes this is a plaining hull you can tell by the squared transom.

Cool find! Are these planing hulls?

I think your on the money with it being a gas tank hatch. I agree the dog hatch towards the bow under the breakwater is a better design...

Nice boat, Bob! Very cool. I always wondered if those were dog boxes or if they were an access hatch for gas tank motor lines, etc...

Save this beautiful George Heinrichs speed box sneak box up a few days ago it even has the dog box option not too many were built with...

Lou, I have a Vansant style sneak box that I picked up this fall and was getting ready to restore. If you want it, it's yours for what...