Jon Boat Project help...

[flyboy1]

I purchased new/used 12 ft aluminum lowe jon boat... It is in great condition except for a dent in the bow and horrible peeling paint job that was done on it and its missing some handles..

i am going to add new handles to bow and rear... Is it ok to just drill into aluminum and secure handles with typical bolt, washer and nut?

Also I am going to repaint.. So I need to stip old paint with sanding, scraping and then wipe with paint thinner... Let dry and then use a proper boat/marine paint... is this correct?

I was thinking of painting it in a Urban (black white gray) or (black red gray) camo finish.....