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    Ward 60’s 12 ft Sea King project

    Extend the tongue. It will be easier to back up and you won’t have to get your feet wet when unloading. Never have the boat hanging without being supported under the transom. The hull will develop a “hook” and ruin the performance of the boat. 14’ is a much better option for the family...
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    Sears Jon Boats

    Awesome job bud, your boat looks great! thanks for taking us along
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    Trailer rebuild questions

    Thanks again for the input gents, I went ahead and bought new hub assemblies as they were only a few bucks more than the bearings separately. Got everything painted yesterday with a 2nd coat. I’ll let it sit for a week to fully cure then reassemble. I’ll update when she’s back together...
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    Trailer rebuild questions

    Weekend update: Got the chassis primed earlier in the week and hit it with a top coat last night. While painting, I found myself reiterating safety over budget. Of course this means more $$$ lol. With safety in mind, I ordered new leaf springs from etrailer which should be at the doorstep by...
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    Trailer rebuild questions

    Thanks for the links bud, appreciate ya!
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    Trailer rebuild questions

    Thanks for the help guys, not much to report. I took a step away from the trailer this weekend and went camping. Good for the spirit, but not forward progression. Unfortunately there’s not a spring shop near me and I’m having a difficult time locating them online. @JL8Jeff, do you happen to...
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    Trailer rebuild questions

    Ok thanks guys, that’s very reassuring. I think I’ll extend the tongue 2’ and not have the boat hang off the back at all. Buying a new trailer would be easy, but I’ve invested so much time, I’d hate for it to be in vein. The way I see it, parts are cheap and my time is free. This way I’ll...
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    Trailer rebuild questions

    All good ideas guys, thank you! Yes it’s the older c channel style, which made it a pain to clean. No, it doesn’t tilt and I don’t know the year or brand of the trailer. The welds appeared to be intact when I was cleaning it up. Everything is getting replaced or cleaned/painted, including the...
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    Trailer rebuild questions

    All good news, thanks for taking the time to help @lckstckn2smknbrls. Like many before me, I’m trying to do it right, but cheap as well. Looks like I’ll reuse the leaf springs but I’ll replace the bushings at the very least (mine are broken and dry rotted). Next question, how important is the...
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    Trailer rebuild questions

    Ok guys, before I start, thanks in advance for any help!! First time boat owner so please bare with me. Between life and this restoration, I’m limited on time to fully research the following questions, so I figured it would be faster to just ask the pros. It all started when I took the boat...
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    Trailer paint

    thanks guys, I’ll try to find the old formula
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    Trailer paint

    TSC... tractor supply company?? Thanks
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    Trailer paint

    Thanks for heads up, I’ve seen a few people that say use a hardener. Any suggestions as to which brand?
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    Trailer paint

    Thanks guys.I was the thinking semi gloss due to dents in the trailer, but that will be something to think about while I’m grinding away. Well that and fishing
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    Trailer paint

    Rustoleum it is then. Thanks for the suggestions. Any input between the two? I’m attracted to the one that’s clearly labeled to “stop rust”. Thanks in advance.
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    Bunk carpet suggestions

    Thanks for the ideas guys!
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    Be honest....How Bad Is It?

    Thanks for all the input guys, I’ve considered and learned a few things for sure. “Do not over complicate” Great advice because I was starting to feel paralysis from analysis. I have to keep telling myself that I used the boat for a year without major incidents and it wasn’t the old silicone...
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    Trailer paint

    I currently have the boat off the trailer and after a few days of looking at the horrible attempt at a paint job the po did, I find myself wanting to strip and repaint the trailer. Im looking for suggestions on a cheap paint to use. I started to strip the fenders with a polycarbide blade and...
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    Be honest....How Bad Is It?

    Thanks for the advice everyone, it seems like gflex is the winning horse. I’m afraid even if i replace the rivets, it will not close the gap anything significant due to the existing silicone between the plate and hull. I might be able heat the plate (thus melting the silicone out), wipe clean...
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    TIP - Now WHERE is that drainplug?

    Thou shall not steal...unless it’s a good idea!! Thanks bud
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