Thank you ALL for you kind words and help on this forum. At first I wasn't sure how to go about all of this, but reading several of your experiences and challenges I've managed to get this far with it. Like I said I've got the back deck and bench to finish but was very pleased with the outcome...
Here are a few pictures of some improvements I've made so far on my boat/trailer.
The trailer neck was bent when I bought my rig. It's fixed.
Added a bilge drain and lights wired.
Framed and carpeted the front.
Storage
Top view
I found a 9.5hp evinrude (1972) for sale $200, painted...
I noticed you are using 1/2 inch ply? Is this only because you are glassing it or is 1/2" a common suitable way to go?
The foam idea ROCKS! Thanks for the tip. Your boat looks very nice, thanks for sharing. I'm eager to see the outcome.
Here is what I did. I went to Advanced Auto Part and borrowed the tool in the second picture. I think it is called a bearing puller or something similar to that. What they do is credit the balance of the tool when you return it back. I think total was $89 for this one. They credit it back to my...
Thanks guys, I will try the renting a tool route first, if not I'll do as you suggested and start calling around. I think Northern tool might have them if I need to buy. I'll post results and some pictures.
I have and older boat and trailer that I just bought. The boat is 68 so I'm guessing the trailers is pretty close to same year.
I wanted to replace the bearings on both wheels and ran into a problem. When I went to removed the hub and wheel off of the axle. The outer bearing appear to have been...
Thanks for the feedback....I waiting to see what the inside of the case looks like. Is there something else I can have checked before I commit? The seller said he started it up in his garage and it fired right up. Problem is he's almost 3 hours away and can't verify.
The motor looks pretty...
Does the gear shift on this motor appear to be missing or broken?
If so, how expensive is it to replace?
I was considering buying this motor. Any guesses on the value?
Well....I've rewired my trailer today with a new set of submersible trailer taillights I found at northern tools. The wire, wiring harness and lights were $26.99. Luckly there is a store near by.
Here's the link to them...
Hello All!
By reading a lot of these project everyone has shared on here I've been inspired to have a go with this.
I just bought this little 13' 1968 Sears v-hull, and was wondering what suggestion you guys and gals could give me on some adding a deck. I would like to remove the center bench...