TWIMC - I also have this boat, recently repowered with twin 135's. Had twin 175's when I bought it, but it was overpowered and they had corroded right through the heads. All Evinrudes. I would like to know where you got the radar arch, and how much it cost. Same question on the non OEM canvas with plexi panels. Also - Did you install the side panels in the rear of the cockpit? If so, how much of a job was it? Finally, did you install the bow rails or did the boat come that way. Your entire bow layout is much different from mine, and I like yours a lot better, but don't want to bankrupt the boat budget for it.... Oh yeah, what HP is the T8, and do you use it a lot?
My apologies for not answering the questions - I did not know my photo had been posted.
The radar arch is an original installation at the time the boat was first sold. It was made by Railmakers in California. Cost not known. They are still in business.
The canvass is the original Mills and has since been replaced (last year).
The side cloth panels were a pain so I have removed them and have installed coming pads using original Desert Tan upholstery which I purchased from Lois at Halls.
The bow rails are original from the factory.
The T8 is a high thrust Yamaha 4 stroke (8HP) and I use it extensively for trolling.
The Twin 135's have been replaced with a single 250HP new 2009 E-tec. Top speed is now 47MPH and fuel consuption has improved 57%. The boat runs like new and gets up on plane instantly and effortlessly.
Thank you for your kind comments and questions.
