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theo	#21  Posted on 02/12/09 - 10:51 AM
Member Personal Page Posts: 252 Comments: 0 Joined: 08/26/08	Phil T wrote: While the list is long, I am taking this season off. Lisa and I are expecting our second child (a brother for Spencer, now 4) in early April. That should say it all. I don't expect much water time but do hope/pray to make the NYC gathering in June. Congratulations! For projects just do what my pop taught me - make a list of stuff you've already finished! Then all you do is check them off one at a time and snicker after each check mark! Works like a charm. ps - I've got the list-making technique down pat, but I'm still working on the wiseguy snicker.
duf	#22  Posted on 02/12/09 - 11:16 AM
Member Personal Page Photo Albums Posts: 840 Comments: 9 Joined: 04/22/07	gigem wrote: I also have problems with the bow eye on mine being too small. The hook from my trailer winch would get stuck in it. Solution was to install a stainless steel shackle (like used to attach anchor chain) on the bow eye. I now hook my trailer winch to that shackle. Looks like my boat has an "ear ring" when it's in the water, but it was way cheaper than replacing the bow eye. If your interested, there is a place in Corpus that Manf equipment for offshore etc, and they can make almost anything. I took my old bow eye from Raggedy to them, and they made me a duplicate for about $32 compared to over $100 a the BW store. If your interested, let me know and i'll look up the address for you. They did a great job to, as it looks like the orginal. I'm sure it would be no problem for them to make one with a slightly larger eye then your original. Duf Edited by Joe Kriz on 02/12/09 - 3:55 PM
arthureld	#23  Posted on 02/12/09 - 3:52 PM
Member Personal Page Posts: 735 Comments: 7 Joined: 02/15/07	I'm just going to install my VHS radio. And I'm going to mess with my jack plate a little. Other than that, I'm ready to do some fishin and the Around Manhattan event.
Finnegan	#24  Posted on 02/12/09 - 4:07 PM
Member Posts: 1926 Comments: 16 Joined: 05/02/08	Don't forget that red rubrail insert!
westcoastwhaler	#25  Posted on 02/12/09 - 9:45 PM
Member Posts: 37 Comments: 0 Joined: 11/05/05	Long list this off-season. I traded up from an 18' Outrage that was in great condition to a 22' Outrage that is in not so great condition. Fortunately my 18' started out this way so I learned a few lessons. Here is the short list: Replace fuel fill and vent line Strip and re-finish teak Chrome rod holders and hawspipes Polish cleats Install Racor fuel filters Buff out gel-coat replace drain pipes Replace cushions Re-configure leaning post (thinking of combo seat/leaning post) Repair Bimini top Polish Bow Rail Make and install new instrument panel Make and install new distribution panel Started in October and I am about half way through the list, so the future is bright. Bring on summer!
pirate	#26  Posted on 02/13/09 - 8:00 AM
Member Posts: 41 Comments: 0 Joined: 06/04/07	This is my wife's boat Purchased 82' 13 sport with brand new Eazyloader trailer, boat had lots of gouges dings and deep scratches. Repaired all damage, faired hull, Now painting boat. New rubrail New Interior (will change to SS) New teleflex steering New bow/stern light. (Original style) New motor,controls,gas tank, batteries New cushions New bimini And whatever else SHE wants to buy for this thing! Edited by pirate on 02/13/09 - 8:04 AM
Joe Kriz	#27  Posted on 02/13/09 - 2:17 PM
Site Owner Personal Page Personal Album Photo Albums Project Albums Posts: 11447 Comments: 452 Joined: 03/18/05	Looks like my projects are going to be cut down to almost nothing this year. The new 9.9 and 15 E-Tecs are now rumored at coming out in 2010.. So, no new engines or hydraulic steering system for me this year. I guess I'll just have to tough it out and use the boat.
TexasOutrage	#28  Posted on 02/14/09 - 3:14 PM
Member Personal Page Posts: 246 Comments: 1 Joined: 02/16/08	Just purchased a new set of 18' outriggers (TACO) and have to mount the bases on the T-Top. I thought about the Lee outriggers Whaler Dan had for sale but needed the ones that mount on top. His looked like a nice set....someone without a T-Top should consider them.
HawkandDove	#29  Posted on 02/15/09 - 10:47 PM
Member Personal Page Posts: 38 Comments: 0 Joined: 11/22/08	Where do i start...my Montauk 17' (new to me 4 weeks ago) is being rejuvenated. I have no previous boat experience but i'm willing to try , heres whats coming up: Remove engine and cables Remove centre console and all cables from rear tunnel Remove all woodwork in preparation for flipping the boat. All woodwork to be sanded stained and varnished. ( my woodwork company is doing this thankfully) Hull to be filled, sanded and filled and sanded and filled and sanded...you get the picture!!! Hull to be painted in two part epoxy paint. Anti foul to be applied Keel Shield to be applied ( boat will be beached on a regular basis. Internal fibreglass to be cleaned and polished ( not sure if i want to paint it , its covered in spidercracks) new fascia for console and gauges repositioned. Wiring tidied up inside console. Boat put back together Decals from Magic brush to be applied. boat in water....hurrah!