Knocked a few things off the list

RWilson2526

RWilson2526

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Hit 70 degrees here yesterday and 63 today....Actually got some thing knocked off the list.

Finally got to work on installing the bimini and enclosure. Fortunately I took measurements off the boat which the enclosure came from so there wasnt too much guess work.

I'll have to ajust some snaps on the fiberglass itself. They almost fit exactly but are off just enough I cant get them all to go.


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Got the ss through hull fittings in. Still need to screw on the check valves and hook up the hose. Hope they work.

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Removed and sanded all the teak an reoiled back in the fall.

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Was at a marina last weekend poking around in there loft for stuff. found this 150 hp engine cowling. gave it to me for $20. Its not perfect there is a small crack on the top and some fading on the other side but its 1000 times better than my old one.

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RWilson2526 said:
Was at a marina last weekend poking around in there loft for stuff. found this 150 hp engine cowling. gave it to me for $20. Its not perfect there is a small crack on the top and some fading on the other side but its 1000 times better than my old one.

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That ain't no 150 cowl. That is a V6 Speshul cowl.

What's your address again?
 
Better than me!

Way to stay on the ball,,,, I had two beers and threw the list in the trash. To pretty on the water this weekend!
 
Monkey Butler said:
That ain't no 150 cowl. That is a V6 Speshul cowl.

What's your address again?
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Hmmm its off a 225? The placard on the front (or back??) says 2.6 Liter. I looked it up and thought that put it in the 150 hp range. Either way sounds like you like it. (and I'm not telling where I live) I already threw out my original 150 cowl. Find me a decent looking 150 cowl and I'd be more than willing to trade it!
 
RWilson2526 said:
Hmmm its off a 225? The placard on the front (or back??) says 2.6 Liter. I looked it up and thought that put it in the 150 hp range. Either way sounds like you like it. (and I'm not telling where I live) I already threw out my original 150 cowl. Find me a decent looking 150 cowl and I'd be more than willing to trade it!
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It's from an '86 V6 Special. I'm rebuilding mine now. Here is a copy of an ad for the motor when it first came out:

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It was only a 2.6L but it made 220HP thru compression and timing and uses high test gas only. My cowl is all faded and it would be neat to get an original in good shape so I'll keep my eyes out for an original 150 cowl. But if that doesn't work out I wonder if you could get me some all around photo shots of yours so that I have something to go by if I just repaint mine. Here is a picture that shows the condition of mine:

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Thanks in advance.

Steve P.
 
Monkey Butler, heres pics of the engine cowl . if you want I can email them to you in larger format for more detail. I grabbed my old cowl out of the dumpster at work before it was gone.... how hard is it to get the old decals off? I was in the process of getting ready to redo mine...had the plastic placards off and was getting ready to tackle the decals when I found the other one.. It would be nice to figure something out for you although there are some issues on the top with the crack and all......I was never crazy about the false advertising any way!

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Thanks so much for taking the time Mr. Wilson. This only proves why this is the biggest little site on the Whirled Wild Web. You just cain't get this stuff no where else!

Awsome shots and if you would send me Hi-Res that would be appreciated. You can send them to anything in front of @ monkeybutler.com and I will get them but between you and me and everyone else here use V6Speshul@MonkeyButler.com

I guess my first question is why would you chuck your old hood? You could get something off of ebay I bet?

Secondly, as far as removing the graphics the only way I think is by sanding the old ones off and doing a repint but replacement decals are over $200! I think Master Skools has expertise in this area and I hope he will chime in. Until then with a few more posts I should be able to get a lock on your locale and then....
 
Monkey Butler said:
I guess my first question is why would you chuck your old hood? You could get something off of ebay I bet?
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yea....I wondered if there was a market for it....I'm starting to know myself....I could picture it in my garage for the next 3 years pissing me off as I moved it from place to place so out it went.....well I did get back so now I have a chance to prove my point.
 
hey .. that boat is looking good !!!!

where did you get those ss thru hulls? were they expensive? they look real nice.
 
Wilson, I noticed the NJ registration. Where about are you doing most of your boating? By the way the boat looks great:clap:
 
Mulv80 said:
Wilson, I noticed the NJ registration. Where about are you doing most of your boating? By the way the boat looks great:clap:
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thanks for the compliments on the boat.....although it is my belief that as well as a camera adding 10 lbs it also takes off 10 years at least on boats....it does have its issues....

For quick trips I go freshwater to Lake Hopatcong, NJ....although the lake is screwed this year as they lower the water level 4'+ every 5 years so people can maintain their bulkheads and docks....with the cold December we had the lake froze early and they couldnt raise it without risking damage to docks....as a result they only just closed the dam last week....unless we get ALOT of rain this spring there will be no boating there for a while..

For saltwater I go to Raritan Bay, usually out of Leonardo (because Atlantic Highlands is usually full by the time I can get my act together) Sometimes out of Liberty State Park by the Statue for cruising NY. Havent made it down to your neck of the woods yet but hopefully soon.
 
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How'd you come across that enclosure? Looks Great.
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Found a guy on Craigslist less than 10 miles from my house that had same year and model boat as mine...he got hit while towing and sent the boat flying off the trailer and had to scrap the hull. Got the enlcosure and an almost new fuel tank off of him. Definitely a once in a blue moon occurance.
 
Good find on that enclosure...it'll STRETCH the season for ya...nice lookin' V...you and yer little companion have lots of stories to to come...:clap:
 
Very nice Wilson, let me know when you want to hook up on the valley since we can't do it on Hopatcong like we talked about. They are slamming Lakers there now with some nice Rainbows and Browns coming in
 
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