DaveInGA
Well-known member
I'm considering picking up a boat near my house. Here is the ad:
"86 Bass Tracker 75hp Merc. needs work - $1000
17 ft aluminum v-hull. This boat has had little use for its age. Needs TLC. Wood floors are in need of replacement, as well as the seats & carpet. 75hp Mercury engine has low hours, but hasn't been started in 4 years. Matching trailer with spare tire, trolling motor and depth finder included with boat. CASH ONLY"
I could easily drive over and have a look. Here's some pics:
This looks like it might be a good candidate for a winter time project. I'm thinking the biggest problems I'm going to be seeing are a lot of dry rot, but the basic hull, trailer frame and hopefully the motor should be sound. What do you guys think? What should I be looking for and what should I avoid?
"86 Bass Tracker 75hp Merc. needs work - $1000
17 ft aluminum v-hull. This boat has had little use for its age. Needs TLC. Wood floors are in need of replacement, as well as the seats & carpet. 75hp Mercury engine has low hours, but hasn't been started in 4 years. Matching trailer with spare tire, trolling motor and depth finder included with boat. CASH ONLY"
I could easily drive over and have a look. Here's some pics:
This looks like it might be a good candidate for a winter time project. I'm thinking the biggest problems I'm going to be seeing are a lot of dry rot, but the basic hull, trailer frame and hopefully the motor should be sound. What do you guys think? What should I be looking for and what should I avoid?