Do you have a refrence to securing a boat on stands to work on it? That is one of my worries because I have started cutting and it's still sitting...
I have a capable machine shop with some a decent selection of tools. Yeah grinding is grinding, I get it but I feel like maybe 5-8k invested in...
I think one in right shape with an older engine will probably go for 5-6k easily. When its in good shape with a solid updated powertrain, I think...
Rebuilding even the floor doesnt seem like the worst job ever considering I bought it with the intention of having a little project to build into...
It's not that I dont value my time, I'm a self employed machinist and things have been a little slow lately so rebuilding the floor even doesnt...
I think I have my money back in the trailer alone which is a nice Karavan which a electronic brakes and the T-top has got to be worth something....
I'm just concerned about the fiberglass tub which has broken. I have been watching alot of videos and the exact process seems to vary boat to boat...
There seems to be some separation but I'm hoping to fix it, even if it comes down to some studs and bolts.
A closer and clearer look
You might be right but I really want to rebuild this. I'm fairly mechanically and technically minded so I think I could take on this project. I...
I'm not sure the owner kept the motor and this is what he didnt want to deal with. But I have the tools and the time so I'm trying to begin with...
Since I havent introduce myself. I am a machinist and here is the boat that is dragging me into this world. It's a 1992 Mako 171
I was maybe considering rebuild the transom with "wood" to replace the rear entirely. So that the vmax 150 would have a a mounting surface that is...
I was wondering if this is possible to repair. The engine fell off when the last owner hit a pot hole and it looks like it took alot of fiber...
