Very nice starting point. I look for them in this condition every day. I have a full thread on here rebuilding a boat exactly the same as yours. Check it out for ideas.
I think the late 70s and 80s were some great motors. They had one flaw and that was the insulation on the wires degraded quickly. Every single one I have gotten that didn’t run at all or run well, I put a new wire harness on and good as new.
All stripped. I have to say, these TERRY boats are not built to the standards that the 80s bass trackers were. Seems like everything is made from thinner aluminum even the floor frames. Next up will be pressure washing everything then fill it up with water and see how many leaks it has.
Well, I picked up this boat for super cheap ($340). I’m not sure yet exactly what my plans are for it. It’s a 16ft 50hp with power trim tilt. I got it home to start figuring out what does and doesn’t work. Junked the super sixty depth finder and ancient trolling motor. Trim tilt wasn’t working...
I wouldn’t say I come out ahead money wise but enjoyment wise I do. I keep track of what I spend and sell them for that or a little more not much. I just enjoy the building process. I also save money being home working on boats rather than out spending it.
I have a buyer for the boat. He had me add some stuff. GPS/ Depth finder ,anchor system and inboard charger. Oh yeah, CMC trim/tilt as well(I’ll try and get that installed tomorrow)
Now is the perfect time to put a few inches of water inside the boat then go underneath and check for leaky rivets. Usually there will be a few and they are easy to replace or rebuck