Hey TC, I just bought myself a fully rebuild tri hull bowrider. The outside was all redone but I just went in last night and investigated a soft spot in the floor and it turns out the wood in the floor is completely waterlogged so Im going to have to redo the floor. I have a question for you tho, the wood is covered by a very thin layer of fiberglass. I was ripping it apart last night and it tears in nice long pieces BUT when I put new wood down, will I have to cover it in glass? Its a '73! THX
You should yes. If you don't the plywood will only rot in a couple of years, then you will have to do it again. If you fiberglass it, it will last for many years to come. Most factory boats only used a thin layer, you can make it thicker and if done right will outlast you. Good luck. Email me if you have any other questions. stephenharris1@hotmail.com
@tallcanadian Hey TC I will email you at the address you gave me, check your junk mail for my first email, I am emailing from a blackberry and sometimes depending on how sensitive you have set your filter it will end up there. Thanks!
Glad this helped. Just take your time with it and have fun. I got a lot of help from iboats.com. Go to the forum section and you will get a ton of info and help. I couldn't have done mine without these great boaters.
Wow! That is awsome! I have a fiberglass tri-hull myself that needs a lot of work... it's mostly the floor board and the benches. It doesn't seem like such a daunting task now. Thank you for the video. I'm green to boat repair, so this was a big help.
I'm sorry I missed this comment. Have you started yet? It isn't really hard, just take your time and have fun with it. This was the first time that I did anything like this.
I just picked up another sunray on the weekend, Tri haul this time....floor is toast with me luck i'm hoping i won't have to replace the stringers or speerate the two halfs.....but we'll see.lol....
Interesting, I'm in the middle of rebuilding a 13 1/2 ft fiberglass boat. I believe it's a 1961 model. Don't know who made it. I picked it up for $150 for the trailer, the boat came along free. All the wood is rotted out, so I,m replacing it with cedar and marine grade plywood, Trying to build it strong, yet light enough so a 10 horse outboard will push it along. Maybe I'll make a similar video, as I'm taking pictures of everything as I go along. Thanks for sharing.
Keep a documentary of your project. If nothing else it's fun to watch from time to time. I don't know anyone who's used cedar. Interesting. I was lucky enough to get kiln dried lumber for mine. It's amazing how light the wood when the water has been removed. Good luck with your build. I would love to see it. Thanks for commenting.
hello tallcanadian on your gel coat did it have stress cracks if so what did you do and what kinda of primer and paint did you use????Thank You for any info.....
HI. I did have stress cracks. Two were very deep and I had to break away the gelcoat around those cracks and filled the area in with fiberglass. Other cracks weren't so deep so I covered them with resin, then sanded and painted. Three years later, they still did not reappear. For paint and primer I used Interlux products. I used pre-kote primer and Brightsides paint. I used the roll and tip method. If you trailer your boat you can use the brightsides on the bottom. If not, use a bottom paint.
Wow! Beautiful job. I love seeing projects like this! Thanks for posting. I would have liked to see video along with the pictures but it is enough just to do the restore rather than trying to film it too.
@tallcanadian awesome rebuild turned out beautiful im looking for something to do in my spare time the dr put me on the shelf so i have alot of time to spare an my ex is takeing care of me an told me to find a project an she would front the cash so why not lol
I have a 1975 17' trihull which I'm having restored exactly like your boat. Except I've hired a shop. Though I'm replacing all the wood with Seacast and that adds to the price I'm going to guess you've done about $9,000 worth of work.
I appreciate the kind words. But I didn't spend anywhere near that much. I spent about 1000 to 1500 dollars worth of materials and slowly spent the winter doing it. Seacast is a very good product and will outlast you. lol. These old boats are nice and fun to rebuild. Good luck with yours. Have fun. Check out iboats,com and go to the forums section. You will see many boats like ours in the works. It's free and you will meet nice folks there. Look me up. User name tallcanadian.
Once you get the stringers cut to shape, it shouldn't take more than a few hours. It took me a couple of days taking my time. I had to shape the stringers to the hull. Mine were 2x4. Some are just plywood. as far as cost, it depends on what kind of resin you use and how much. I used epoxy resin, very expensive. Polyester is 1/3 the cost but very smelly and a low working time. I guess I spend nearly 3 days for the stringers, fiberglassing and the new floor. (deck). Around 300 to 400 dollars.
@tallcanadian Thank's for the fast and great reply. I think i am going to purchase a 1981 sutphen race boat with a 350 rocket motor in it. Jet boat. i have to rebuild all the stringers and floor. Great work and thanks.
Thank you. I used Interlux Brightsides on both the hull and top. This is a fairly hard paint and is easily applied. This is okay if you trailer your boat. If you leave it on the water for any extensive time you will need a bottom paint.
beautiful alot of time a load went into that boat, nice craftman ship. I'll be doing the same this winter with my 1975 silverline tri hull. She needs lots of lover and i got the time. :)
It would take me quite a while to explain that. As I tell others, check out iboats.com and go to the forums section. You will get a ton of help and it's all free.
Nice work, dude! I think I've seen your resto on iboats. I'm just starting a resto on an old fibreglass Marlin 500 (nobody seems to know the boat). Maybe I'll be shooting you some questions as the winter goes on. Hope you're ok with that.
I'm about to start my resto on my 1964 Montgomery Ward Sea King. I have a few questions for you that might help me. Would you mind too much if I emailed you?
It's a bit of work but a ton of fun when it's all said and done. I would do it again in a minute. Actually, I just put it back together again after stripping it down and repainting it. It looks better than it did. I still haven't been on the water yet, though.
you must be very proud of the work you did...i did a boat completely like you did...wow. im thinking of doing some serious work on my 1987 ranger fisherman. not looking forward to it but watching your vid. inspires me that i can do this again..
on the first boat i did. i used aluminum honeycomb for stringers, floor, stiffeners. on the keel i used the honeycomb set on it side and layered it, over layed with fiberglass.
on this ranger, ive got to replace part of the floor, think ill use kevlar
Cool, im in the proccess of rebuilding a 77 Bayliner Mosquito, and ive found that useing a pointed shovel takes out foam perfectly, and a shop vac helps alot too.
LOL. No, not at this time. I really want to get them out but never seem to find the time. I have set of drawers for nuts and bolts that I use for parts. I think there are 40 small drawers and 2 big ones on the bottom filled with wheels, tires, engines, body parts, interior parts, etc. If you needed anything like that, I may be able to help out. You can email me at stephenharris1@hotmail.com
I appreciate that. I actually have it stripped down again and repainting it. I wanted to fix some of my mistakes the first time round. I haven't had a chance to look at you vids but that nova looks great. I use to do plastic model kits. too. I actually have a box full that I put in storage some 10 years ago. A lot of muscle cars. Maybe this winter I should get them out and dust them off.
YES YOUTUBE IS TRULY WONDERFULL SO MUCH INFO AND SKILL ALLFROM THE HEART PLEASE CHECKOUT MY OTHER VIDEOS AND TELL ME WHAT YOU THINK TILL NEXT TIME SAFE BOATING
Your videos are awesome. It's not your first time loading a boat on a trailer. I had a chuckle at your truck spinning the tires. I can't believe you tow that big boat with that little truck. It must have some heavy suspension in the back. Very cool vids. Thanks for sharing.
GREAT JOB I HAVE DONE THE SAME THING MANY TIMES .FOR ANY HELP ON ANY BOATING ISSUE POST COMMENTS ON THECUTTHROATJAKE CHANNEL AND I WILL REPLY HAVE A LOOK AT HOW TO CUSTOMIZE YOUR BOAT INTERIOR FOR TIPS ON TIMBER FINISH ONCE AGAINWONDERFUL JOB THANKYOU
Thanks, Jake. I love the job you did on that wood. Looks great. It's funny how the internet makes the world that much smaller.. I love your boat..very nice.
I'm working on an 18' 1982 Tri hull my Dad gave me. I'd love to get some advise, or a few tips. It's not nearly as extensive, but it'll need a new floor carpet and seats. You've inspired me to do a video of my build too! Thanks!!
Hey Ryan, remember to have fun with your build. Take your time and you will have a boat that will last for years. You can contact me, if you like, at stephenharris1@hotmail.com. Good luck.
Thank you. Yeah, It would break my heart to part with it. However, if I did, the owner would get one heck of a boat. I'm actually redoing the paint job as we speak. I'm hoping to have a video in a couple of weeks.
DUE TO THE FACT THAT POLYESTER CANNOT BE APPLIED OVER EPOXY, WON'T STICK, USE VINYLESTER OR POLYESTER TO GLASS ANYTHING THAT WILL EVENTUALLY NEED POLYESTER APPLIED OVER IT, VINYLESTER IS IN THE MIDDLE IN THAT EITHER POLY OR EPOXY CAN GO OVER TOP OF IT....GELCOAT IS POLYESTER-BASED
WOW! Great job. It looks fantastic. I did the exact same thing to my first boat, a 1979 BayLiner BowRider. Exact same thing... complete rebuild. I was 18 at the time. Again great job... she's a beauty.
OH MAN - I can't believe you posted this...GREAT JOB! I take possesion of a 1984 18' Tempest 120 OMC i/o that needs some TLC before it's ready for the water and your video has inspired me. I have a ton of questions but I was hoping you could give me what it cost you for your re-build. Thanks and again....great job!
It depends on how much work is needed, the type of resin you use. I know your boat will cost more just because of the size and the fact it's an I/O. I spent roughly between 1500 and 2000 on this. I could have easily spent more. You can email me at stephenharris1@hotmail.com, I'll try to help you out the best I can. You can also go to iboats.com and go to the forum section. There you will get a ton of help and advice, and its all free. I would never have done mine without their help. Good luck.
Absolutely. It's worth the work. It will outlast me. It was fun and it's amazing how much you learn during this process. Good luck with your Larson. Try iboats.com and go to the forum. It's a great place to learn much info. And it's free. I would never have tried to do my boat without the help of those nice folks
i have a question...umm on my boat its from 1970 and i just rebuild pretty much like u did and somehow beside the drive seat on floor its seem pretty soft it that good or no :S
That's where I had my boat for the rebuild. That's a former bro -in-law. I have to give the devil his due, he was a big part of this build. Thanks for the kind words.
As I browse through old local boats for sale I wanted to see someone's work restoring one...this was the first video I came upon...Great Job!!! That boat is gonna last you forever...perfect little river boat!
It was worth the work for sure. I now have it stripped down again to repaint. Not because I have to but just to change the colour scheme up abit and improve on my painting skills. There were a few ''mistakes'' that I wanted to correct.
I used Interlux Brightsides paint. Very good to work with. I used the roll and tip method and I was very pleased with the outcome. It is a very hard paint when dried and has taken a bit of punishment. It still looks good 3 years later. Now I also trailer my boat. If you leave it in the water you should use a bottom paint. Brightsides is a top paint but will last if you trailer your boat. I hope this helps.
Great job! I am in the process of rebuilding my 80 16' sunray runabout. Having a hard time separating the two halves, comes apart at the bow but nowhere else. lol
Thanks. Yeah, I had the same issue. Not sure how yours is but I had some strips of fiberglass underneath the gunwale holding the cap and hull. I also had to cut the strip of the top of the transom where the motor sits. Then separate the splash well from the transom. It helped that the wood in the transom was rotten. I hope this helps. Also check out the forums at iboats.com. I got some great help there. Unlimited knowledge, and it's all free. Good luck.
It's hard to tell without pics Don't you have a rub rail to put on the outside where the cap meets the hull? Also you can fiberglass around that gap in the front from the inside.
we are restoring boat like your .we got everything ready when we put the top back on, it has a half in gap in front of the boat but all the old holes are lined up what can we go to get the gap out and seal the front ?? thanks for the help
I don't know the exact amount, but it was around 1000 dollars or so, including new seats, all the fibreglass and cloth. I used epoxy resin which is 4 times the price of polyester resin. That was my biggest expense. But definitely worth it.
Fantastic job, I did the same to a 1973 starcraft with a 50 evinrude. Good pricing, it cost me allot more than that, but I have a big stereo so. AHA Good Job it looks great.
Thanks for the kind words. It took me most of the winter, but I just took my time with it. Doing it slow didn't feel like to much of a financial burden. But it's well worth it.
This was actually a last minute thing. I was on my way to buy a early 70's runabout when I was told about this one. I drove by the house, saw it and fell in love with it. I knew it had potential, plus I would rather have the open bow, for more room and ease of getting in and out of. I don't have a docking area where I boat. Plus it's small enough to tow around and big enough for the lakes I go on to fish. And it's very stable, being a tri hull. Thanks for the kind words.
Thanks for posting! This gave me some confidence to start on my 1978 Baretta that needs transom and floor repair. This turned out really nice. Congrats..
We'll live forever....with a bent backside, dirty fingers and stupid from all the beer we needed to get us from going insane on such projects...get your hands dirty, your knuckles bloody and soak your brain in beer and dreams..THAT'S what makes the difference! Buy your Boat new..have fun until you get the first scratch..
Rebuild your Boat...fun every time you are using it..countless scraches incl.!
Again..great job! THX again for giving me motivation
got a 1989 maxum bowrider same condition expect the bow was never hit and the transom is all fiberglass(thank god). I started it with my dad but we only got to putting the spares in but all the other pieces are ready to be installed!
WOW!! That is a real great job you did on this boat. Bought a used 222 Stingray and think it looks right the same way under the soaked carpet...but this video is giving me hope!!! Thank you..!!
P:S: GREAT SONGS!!...lol...who is the singer..would like to get this song..haha..
Very nice! my boat is quite similar, but only about half as much rot, one place wanted $800 just to do the floor so I am considering trying it out myself. just have to price out mats. Once again... Excellent work!
Thanks. The most expensive part of the build was the resin. I used epoxy resin which here is 120 dollars a gallon. But you have a couple hours of dry time and virtually no smell. Polyester resin is 1/3 the price but has only a few minutes dry time so you have to have everything in place, and is quite smelly. Do your work under lots of ventilation. It really is fun and very satisfying. Good luck.
not necessarily! Go get an alumacraft v-14 wit a little 25 horsepwer motor and a couple little goodies and you'll have a blast, for no more 3,000. I actually regret selling my aluma believe it or not.
Very nice rebuild. I have an 82 Newman Cam II that is in the exact same shape as your before pic's and description. I am going to attempt the same feat as you did , however im not very sure it will turn out as fine as yours did. I would apprecaite any advice you may have when and if you have time to respond to me. Awesome job!! Happy Fishing!!
did you use every tool in that workshop? ive got a big lot but no garage... yet.. but just gona build some rigid jump seats like thoes folding lounge seats but non folding and upolster them in baige vinyl and marine vinyl or boats n decks and new trailer lights and tune it up and let er rip
OMG i cant imagine allll that work for just a sunray 14 ft but they dont make em anymore and a new bass boat is 20.000$ i bet you spent about 2000 to 5000 $ eh.. good job but a whole winter of work eh? somebody want to give me a free 16 ft 1975 glasstron 85 hp bowrider tri hull with complete vinyl zipper top and trailer good floor good transum but no interior or vinyl interior but runs fine.. baige n gold with evenrude motor
i took all winter to do it because i was in no hurry. with the seats, carpet and all repairs i only spent around 1000 dollars. the most expensive item was the fiberglass resin. it was a lot of work but worth it.
Nice video. I'm going to be doing this soon to my dad's old boat... a 1972 Victor by Hustler Boats. The gel coat has cracked and chipped away rom the bow, I'm a little concerned about how I'm going to fix that before painting.
i love try hulls. you can move around, lug extra gear if you need to, and i find them more stable in the water. the downside is they aren't very smooth in rough water. the larger boats may be better, but mine is very rough in choppy water. but i would give up a smooth ride and have more room and stability.
when you did the bow repair what method did you use to make the repairs up to the painting. Please help. I have a rotted deck and stringers my hull has numerous damages sections. I am wondering if I should use any gelcoat or just start fiberglassing, sanding, primering, painting.
ive been in the boat business for quite some time now and all i can say is......... GREAT JOB! a lot of people dont realise doing a job like this is quite daunting to some but as long as you take your time and do it correctly, its not that hard. its great to see people doing it themselves. once again, great job fella, u must be proud of that work.....i would be. 5 stars
i appreciate the kind words, but it's far from perfect. this was my first build and now i'm looking to do another. i can see areas where i can improve and will do a better job next time. i think actually that next spring i may strip the paint down to the bare glass again and repaint. knowing now that i can do a much nicer job. thanks again.
Oh and Milton, Ontario buddy!
Scottiesurfer 1 month ago
Hey TC, I just bought myself a fully rebuild tri hull bowrider. The outside was all redone but I just went in last night and investigated a soft spot in the floor and it turns out the wood in the floor is completely waterlogged so Im going to have to redo the floor. I have a question for you tho, the wood is covered by a very thin layer of fiberglass. I was ripping it apart last night and it tears in nice long pieces BUT when I put new wood down, will I have to cover it in glass? Its a '73! THX
Scottiesurfer 1 month ago
You should yes. If you don't the plywood will only rot in a couple of years, then you will have to do it again. If you fiberglass it, it will last for many years to come. Most factory boats only used a thin layer, you can make it thicker and if done right will outlast you. Good luck. Email me if you have any other questions. stephenharris1@hotmail.com
tallcanadian 1 month ago
@tallcanadian Hey TC I will email you at the address you gave me, check your junk mail for my first email, I am emailing from a blackberry and sometimes depending on how sensitive you have set your filter it will end up there. Thanks!
Scottiesurfer 1 month ago
Good Job. Should have used closed cell foam instead.
fishingGator01 3 months ago
coolieeoh.Thks
mulus2008 3 months ago
Glad this helped. Just take your time with it and have fun. I got a lot of help from iboats.com. Go to the forum section and you will get a ton of info and help. I couldn't have done mine without these great boaters.
tallcanadian 4 months ago
Wow! That is awsome! I have a fiberglass tri-hull myself that needs a lot of work... it's mostly the floor board and the benches. It doesn't seem like such a daunting task now. Thank you for the video. I'm green to boat repair, so this was a big help.
shengtan7 4 months ago
I'm sorry I missed this comment. Have you started yet? It isn't really hard, just take your time and have fun with it. This was the first time that I did anything like this.
tallcanadian 4 months ago
it's good that you brought it back to live, nice job
paulvdhoek 5 months ago
Thanks Paul.
Some things need a second chance. I'm glad I did this.
tallcanadian 5 months ago
WOW! I was not expecting it to turn out that great. Awesome work
Kevinthekiller82 5 months ago
Thanks for the kind words. It was a lot of hard work but well worth it.
tallcanadian 5 months ago
I just picked up another sunray on the weekend, Tri haul this time....floor is toast with me luck i'm hoping i won't have to replace the stringers or speerate the two halfs.....but we'll see.lol....
gypsyoutdoors 5 months ago
Hey Moe,
Fiberglass won`t adhere to pt lumber. Also, fiberglass will outlast pt lumber by years.
tallcanadian 6 months ago
why not use presured treated wood instead ? just wondering
moecat1000 6 months ago
This is amazing!! Awesome job, and great video too!!!
kennyt957 7 months ago
Thanks very much. I'm glad you enjoyed. I enjoyed doing. I'm actually doing another one as we speak.
tallcanadian 7 months ago
Interesting, I'm in the middle of rebuilding a 13 1/2 ft fiberglass boat. I believe it's a 1961 model. Don't know who made it. I picked it up for $150 for the trailer, the boat came along free. All the wood is rotted out, so I,m replacing it with cedar and marine grade plywood, Trying to build it strong, yet light enough so a 10 horse outboard will push it along. Maybe I'll make a similar video, as I'm taking pictures of everything as I go along. Thanks for sharing.
jaws4316 7 months ago
Keep a documentary of your project. If nothing else it's fun to watch from time to time. I don't know anyone who's used cedar. Interesting. I was lucky enough to get kiln dried lumber for mine. It's amazing how light the wood when the water has been removed. Good luck with your build. I would love to see it. Thanks for commenting.
tallcanadian 7 months ago
Omg...mine next!!!! 1985 checkmate...gonna be a fun one
wheetley97 8 months ago
great job! USA!!
emoneyblue 8 months ago
Hey Hoss, thanks for the kind words. I had fun rebuilding this and will do another one soon.
tallcanadian 9 months ago
Amazing!
True Pride in Workmanship! You don't see alot of that anymore!
Some manufacturers should pay attention to your video!
Enjoy your ride,
The Hoss, (a fello Canadian)
thehoss321 9 months ago
no animals where harmed during this video LOL ! thumbs up !
gta4damage 10 months ago
I just found this video. Good to see a fellow iboater here.
FriscoJarretts 10 months ago
hello tallcanadian on your gel coat did it have stress cracks if so what did you do and what kinda of primer and paint did you use????Thank You for any info.....
BlakRhino0021 11 months ago
HI. I did have stress cracks. Two were very deep and I had to break away the gelcoat around those cracks and filled the area in with fiberglass. Other cracks weren't so deep so I covered them with resin, then sanded and painted. Three years later, they still did not reappear. For paint and primer I used Interlux products. I used pre-kote primer and Brightsides paint. I used the roll and tip method. If you trailer your boat you can use the brightsides on the bottom. If not, use a bottom paint.
tallcanadian 11 months ago
Wow! Beautiful job. I love seeing projects like this! Thanks for posting. I would have liked to see video along with the pictures but it is enough just to do the restore rather than trying to film it too.
Dave51262 11 months ago
Thanks. Much appreciated. I may be doing another one soon.
tallcanadian 11 months ago
Lovely job! Hope you catch some nice fish! If you're ever visiting Scotland, you can help me with mine!
Funguyross 11 months ago
Thank you. Much appreciated. It's hard work but pays off.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
@tallcanadian awesome rebuild turned out beautiful im looking for something to do in my spare time the dr put me on the shelf so i have alot of time to spare an my ex is takeing care of me an told me to find a project an she would front the cash so why not lol
CatFishinSouthernBoy 11 months ago
I have a 1975 17' trihull which I'm having restored exactly like your boat. Except I've hired a shop. Though I'm replacing all the wood with Seacast and that adds to the price I'm going to guess you've done about $9,000 worth of work.
craigsmithx 1 year ago
I appreciate the kind words. But I didn't spend anywhere near that much. I spent about 1000 to 1500 dollars worth of materials and slowly spent the winter doing it. Seacast is a very good product and will outlast you. lol. These old boats are nice and fun to rebuild. Good luck with yours. Have fun. Check out iboats,com and go to the forums section. You will see many boats like ours in the works. It's free and you will meet nice folks there. Look me up. User name tallcanadian.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
@tallcanadian
I'm doing the floor of my late eighties ????? ski boat. Man, you have done an excellent job. Looks great.
deztineedawn 1 year ago
how many hours would you say it took you to restring the boat, fiberglass them and put the floor in? and how much money?
alexcockerill 1 year ago
Once you get the stringers cut to shape, it shouldn't take more than a few hours. It took me a couple of days taking my time. I had to shape the stringers to the hull. Mine were 2x4. Some are just plywood. as far as cost, it depends on what kind of resin you use and how much. I used epoxy resin, very expensive. Polyester is 1/3 the cost but very smelly and a low working time. I guess I spend nearly 3 days for the stringers, fiberglassing and the new floor. (deck). Around 300 to 400 dollars.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
@tallcanadian Thank's for the fast and great reply. I think i am going to purchase a 1981 sutphen race boat with a 350 rocket motor in it. Jet boat. i have to rebuild all the stringers and floor. Great work and thanks.
alexcockerill 1 year ago
Good work!!!! what kind of paint did u used on your boat?
khmerspeedracer 1 year ago
Thank you. I used Interlux Brightsides on both the hull and top. This is a fairly hard paint and is easily applied. This is okay if you trailer your boat. If you leave it on the water for any extensive time you will need a bottom paint.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
Thanks.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
Good work!!! COngratulations
impazzitoinvolo 1 year ago
beautiful alot of time a load went into that boat, nice craftman ship. I'll be doing the same this winter with my 1975 silverline tri hull. She needs lots of lover and i got the time. :)
pranksterDoug 1 year ago
Thanks for the kind words. Silverlines are nice boats. I would love to see pics it for sure. Good luck and have fun with your build.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
NICE JOB SIR!!!!
bigmilkthedrummer 1 year ago
how do i fiberglass a boat
peterelliotpeter 1 year ago
It would take me quite a while to explain that. As I tell others, check out iboats.com and go to the forums section. You will get a ton of help and it's all free.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
Yes to iboats. And yes, email me anytime. stephenharris1@hotmail.com. Thanks for the compliment.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
Nice work, dude! I think I've seen your resto on iboats. I'm just starting a resto on an old fibreglass Marlin 500 (nobody seems to know the boat). Maybe I'll be shooting you some questions as the winter goes on. Hope you're ok with that.
Yak54Fan 1 year ago
Nice job!!! Boat looks beautiful!!!
saacmanfarrell 1 year ago
Thanks for the kind words.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
I'm about to start my resto on my 1964 Montgomery Ward Sea King. I have a few questions for you that might help me. Would you mind too much if I emailed you?
rick82674 1 year ago
No problem. If I can help, I will. stephenharris1@hotmail.com
tallcanadian 1 year ago
as an aircraft mech i can get a few things cheap. wish i'd taken pic.'s or could find them on yahoo.
i'm just remembering the dust and rot.
the honeycomd was about 1/3 the weight of the plywood.
gave the boat away after the motor gave....
nice vid.
bouymarker 1 year ago
It's a bit of work but a ton of fun when it's all said and done. I would do it again in a minute. Actually, I just put it back together again after stripping it down and repainting it. It looks better than it did. I still haven't been on the water yet, though.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
you must be very proud of the work you did...i did a boat completely like you did...wow. im thinking of doing some serious work on my 1987 ranger fisherman. not looking forward to it but watching your vid. inspires me that i can do this again..
on the first boat i did. i used aluminum honeycomb for stringers, floor, stiffeners. on the keel i used the honeycomb set on it side and layered it, over layed with fiberglass.
on this ranger, ive got to replace part of the floor, think ill use kevlar
bouymarker 1 year ago
You don't fool around do you? lol.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
Cool, im in the proccess of rebuilding a 77 Bayliner Mosquito, and ive found that useing a pointed shovel takes out foam perfectly, and a shop vac helps alot too.
offroadingmachine007 1 year ago
I was lucky enough that the foam came out in big chunks for the most part. And it was water logged. Can't believe how much water that stuff holds.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
well do ya have and rear ends???? and if i need anything i'll get back with ya in case if i do need anything..................
railroading29 1 year ago
yes to the rear ends. Also chrome covers as well.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
hey buddy you wouldnt wanna sale any of those model kits would ya?????
railroading29 1 year ago
LOL. No, not at this time. I really want to get them out but never seem to find the time. I have set of drawers for nuts and bolts that I use for parts. I think there are 40 small drawers and 2 big ones on the bottom filled with wheels, tires, engines, body parts, interior parts, etc. If you needed anything like that, I may be able to help out. You can email me at stephenharris1@hotmail.com
tallcanadian 1 year ago
i just wanna say that you done a great job on rebuilding your boat.......
railroading29 1 year ago
I appreciate that. I actually have it stripped down again and repainting it. I wanted to fix some of my mistakes the first time round. I haven't had a chance to look at you vids but that nova looks great. I use to do plastic model kits. too. I actually have a box full that I put in storage some 10 years ago. A lot of muscle cars. Maybe this winter I should get them out and dust them off.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
NICE JOB
breakandstuff 1 year ago
I appreciate the kind words.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
very nice work
DJSLIPMAT87 1 year ago
YES YOUTUBE IS TRULY WONDERFULL SO MUCH INFO AND SKILL ALLFROM THE HEART PLEASE CHECKOUT MY OTHER VIDEOS AND TELL ME WHAT YOU THINK TILL NEXT TIME SAFE BOATING
TheCutthroatjake 1 year ago
Your videos are awesome. It's not your first time loading a boat on a trailer. I had a chuckle at your truck spinning the tires. I can't believe you tow that big boat with that little truck. It must have some heavy suspension in the back. Very cool vids. Thanks for sharing.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
GREAT JOB I HAVE DONE THE SAME THING MANY TIMES .FOR ANY HELP ON ANY BOATING ISSUE POST COMMENTS ON THECUTTHROATJAKE CHANNEL AND I WILL REPLY HAVE A LOOK AT HOW TO CUSTOMIZE YOUR BOAT INTERIOR FOR TIPS ON TIMBER FINISH ONCE AGAINWONDERFUL JOB THANKYOU
TheCutthroatjake 1 year ago
Thanks, Jake. I love the job you did on that wood. Looks great. It's funny how the internet makes the world that much smaller.. I love your boat..very nice.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
I'm working on an 18' 1982 Tri hull my Dad gave me. I'd love to get some advise, or a few tips. It's not nearly as extensive, but it'll need a new floor carpet and seats. You've inspired me to do a video of my build too! Thanks!!
-Ryan
ryan472000 1 year ago
Hey Ryan, remember to have fun with your build. Take your time and you will have a boat that will last for years. You can contact me, if you like, at stephenharris1@hotmail.com. Good luck.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
nice indeed.
DonaldRumsfailed 1 year ago
nice Job!
She'd be hard to part with now.
Thanks for sharing.
uncjdog 1 year ago
Thank you. Yeah, It would break my heart to part with it. However, if I did, the owner would get one heck of a boat. I'm actually redoing the paint job as we speak. I'm hoping to have a video in a couple of weeks.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
DUE TO THE FACT THAT POLYESTER CANNOT BE APPLIED OVER EPOXY, WON'T STICK, USE VINYLESTER OR POLYESTER TO GLASS ANYTHING THAT WILL EVENTUALLY NEED POLYESTER APPLIED OVER IT, VINYLESTER IS IN THE MIDDLE IN THAT EITHER POLY OR EPOXY CAN GO OVER TOP OF IT....GELCOAT IS POLYESTER-BASED
speckspeck 1 year ago
WOW! Great job. It looks fantastic. I did the exact same thing to my first boat, a 1979 BayLiner BowRider. Exact same thing... complete rebuild. I was 18 at the time. Again great job... she's a beauty.
cputampa 1 year ago
I appreciate the kind words..Thank you.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
OH MAN - I can't believe you posted this...GREAT JOB! I take possesion of a 1984 18' Tempest 120 OMC i/o that needs some TLC before it's ready for the water and your video has inspired me. I have a ton of questions but I was hoping you could give me what it cost you for your re-build. Thanks and again....great job!
CdnGulfa 1 year ago
It depends on how much work is needed, the type of resin you use. I know your boat will cost more just because of the size and the fact it's an I/O. I spent roughly between 1500 and 2000 on this. I could have easily spent more. You can email me at stephenharris1@hotmail.com, I'll try to help you out the best I can. You can also go to iboats.com and go to the forum section. There you will get a ton of help and advice, and its all free. I would never have done mine without their help. Good luck.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
Wow great job! Thinking of doing a 60 Larson. Would you do again?
telebyzook 1 year ago
Absolutely. It's worth the work. It will outlast me. It was fun and it's amazing how much you learn during this process. Good luck with your Larson. Try iboats.com and go to the forum. It's a great place to learn much info. And it's free. I would never have tried to do my boat without the help of those nice folks
tallcanadian 1 year ago
i have a question...umm on my boat its from 1970 and i just rebuild pretty much like u did and somehow beside the drive seat on floor its seem pretty soft it that good or no :S
Edgebobby 1 year ago
If you have new plywood down, then no, your floor should be hard as a rock. I'm not sure why it's like that.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
Thats a great video. Awesome job! On a personal note, nice workshop loving the wrenches all neat and tidy! :-)
Coik85 1 year ago
That's where I had my boat for the rebuild. That's a former bro -in-law. I have to give the devil his due, he was a big part of this build. Thanks for the kind words.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
As I browse through old local boats for sale I wanted to see someone's work restoring one...this was the first video I came upon...Great Job!!! That boat is gonna last you forever...perfect little river boat!
Lastwordismine 1 year ago
It was worth the work for sure. I now have it stripped down again to repaint. Not because I have to but just to change the colour scheme up abit and improve on my painting skills. There were a few ''mistakes'' that I wanted to correct.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
Why put a stringer down the center? Also, removing all the stringers at once is risky being that the hull can flex.
RHMproduction 1 year ago
Very nice!
inthepresentraw 1 year ago
Thanks, I appreciate that.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
what kind of paint do i use??brand,spray, or brush??i got a 1963
TheWICCACHANNEL 1 year ago
I used Interlux Brightsides paint. Very good to work with. I used the roll and tip method and I was very pleased with the outcome. It is a very hard paint when dried and has taken a bit of punishment. It still looks good 3 years later. Now I also trailer my boat. If you leave it in the water you should use a bottom paint. Brightsides is a top paint but will last if you trailer your boat. I hope this helps.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
whats the song called..? awesome job well done and tight lines..!!
johnbigfish 1 year ago
Thanks. The first song is Drive by Alan Jackson. The second is I'm Gonna Miss Her by Brad Paisley.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
Great job! I am in the process of rebuilding my 80 16' sunray runabout. Having a hard time separating the two halves, comes apart at the bow but nowhere else. lol
95concours 1 year ago
Thanks. Yeah, I had the same issue. Not sure how yours is but I had some strips of fiberglass underneath the gunwale holding the cap and hull. I also had to cut the strip of the top of the transom where the motor sits. Then separate the splash well from the transom. It helped that the wood in the transom was rotten. I hope this helps. Also check out the forums at iboats.com. I got some great help there. Unlimited knowledge, and it's all free. Good luck.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
nice job
ArmyKid1997 1 year ago
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Thanks.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
It's hard to tell without pics Don't you have a rub rail to put on the outside where the cap meets the hull? Also you can fiberglass around that gap in the front from the inside.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
we are restoring boat like your .we got everything ready when we put the top back on, it has a half in gap in front of the boat but all the old holes are lined up what can we go to get the gap out and seal the front ?? thanks for the help
angelajerry22980 1 year ago
nice
rotaderos 1 year ago
awsome job
snoman2 1 year ago
watching this video inspired me to do my own boat renavation also a tri hull 1970 onwards 160 pounds cheap little speed boat 12ft
MrWill838 1 year ago
nice rebuild!!!
cory8791 1 year ago 2
i admire you guys who do this type of job,it looks daunting,how much did you spend in materials?
73mandala 1 year ago
I don't know the exact amount, but it was around 1000 dollars or so, including new seats, all the fibreglass and cloth. I used epoxy resin which is 4 times the price of polyester resin. That was my biggest expense. But definitely worth it.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
my god that looks like a lot of work! nice job though. Thinking of getting a tri-hull this sumer :)
graffin00000 1 year ago
It was a bit of work, but definitely worth it. Thanks.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
Fantastic job, I did the same to a 1973 starcraft with a 50 evinrude. Good pricing, it cost me allot more than that, but I have a big stereo so. AHA Good Job it looks great.
snowcross231 1 year ago
Thanks for the kind words.
tallcanadian 1 year ago
great job on the boat dude. I have an 1988 hydrosport bass boat that I'm wanting to do the same thing to. Hope I have as much patience as you did
rolwhit 2 years ago
how did u get the top off we cant get our loss where the transom is ours got fiberglass how do u get it broken from the top and the bottom
angelajerry22980 2 years ago
I had to grind the fiberglass off at the top of the transom, and then careful pull the fiberglass top away from the transom. Hope this helps.
tallcanadian 2 years ago
Very nice restoration.. How long did it take you? came out very nice.
blitzr4 2 years ago
Thanks for the kind words. It took me most of the winter, but I just took my time with it. Doing it slow didn't feel like to much of a financial burden. But it's well worth it.
tallcanadian 2 years ago
Well done looks great. The time and effort well worth it.
sraithini 2 years ago
Thanks for the nice comment. It was well worth it.
tallcanadian 2 years ago
Why did you choose to rebuild this boat? Did it have a special meaning to you? It turned out great, looked good sitting in the water.
1titanic1 2 years ago
This was actually a last minute thing. I was on my way to buy a early 70's runabout when I was told about this one. I drove by the house, saw it and fell in love with it. I knew it had potential, plus I would rather have the open bow, for more room and ease of getting in and out of. I don't have a docking area where I boat. Plus it's small enough to tow around and big enough for the lakes I go on to fish. And it's very stable, being a tri hull. Thanks for the kind words.
tallcanadian 2 years ago
Incredible rebuild!
Thank you so much for letting us be a part of it.
jor4288 2 years ago
Thanks for the kind words.
tallcanadian 2 years ago
lookin good, I like this hull great boat and job Bill from walkertongdee
walkertongdee 2 years ago
Thanks Bill, I appreciate the nice comments. Glad you enjoyed.
tallcanadian 2 years ago
I followed this on iboats - fantastic job
jimh6278 2 years ago
Thanks. Means alot.
tallcanadian 2 years ago
That a lot of works, buy another boat is better.
Rock4660 2 years ago
VERY COOL! Thanks for posting.
donu847 2 years ago
thanks for posting. very interesting
DENMONKEY 2 years ago
Thanks for posting! This gave me some confidence to start on my 1978 Baretta that needs transom and floor repair. This turned out really nice. Congrats..
TomKatRecords 2 years ago
Guys o' our kind will never be outlast !
We'll live forever....with a bent backside, dirty fingers and stupid from all the beer we needed to get us from going insane on such projects...get your hands dirty, your knuckles bloody and soak your brain in beer and dreams..THAT'S what makes the difference! Buy your Boat new..have fun until you get the first scratch..
Rebuild your Boat...fun every time you are using it..countless scraches incl.!
Again..great job! THX again for giving me motivation
Enginespinner 2 years ago
I can agree with all that. Especially the beer part. Thanks for the king words.
tallcanadian 2 years ago
very beautiful boat, and excellent work. I salute your patience ! (over 6months of work?)
getawayFK 2 years ago
Thank you for the kind words. I took the winter to work on it. But it was worth it. This boat will now outlast me.
tallcanadian 2 years ago
got a 1989 maxum bowrider same condition expect the bow was never hit and the transom is all fiberglass(thank god). I started it with my dad but we only got to putting the spares in but all the other pieces are ready to be installed!
Great job BTW!!
bobtheswan92 2 years ago
Excellent job man! Very talented.
tinboats 2 years ago
I appreciate the kind words.
tallcanadian 2 years ago
WOW!! That is a real great job you did on this boat. Bought a used 222 Stingray and think it looks right the same way under the soaked carpet...but this video is giving me hope!!! Thank you..!!
P:S: GREAT SONGS!!...lol...who is the singer..would like to get this song..haha..
Enginespinner 2 years ago
Very nice! my boat is quite similar, but only about half as much rot, one place wanted $800 just to do the floor so I am considering trying it out myself. just have to price out mats. Once again... Excellent work!
canthor2005 2 years ago
Thanks. The most expensive part of the build was the resin. I used epoxy resin which here is 120 dollars a gallon. But you have a couple hours of dry time and virtually no smell. Polyester resin is 1/3 the price but has only a few minutes dry time so you have to have everything in place, and is quite smelly. Do your work under lots of ventilation. It really is fun and very satisfying. Good luck.
tallcanadian 2 years ago
I think that you are a true pro. even if your real job is something else. I think you missed you calling. Truely a MASTER.
jamienossaman 2 years ago
Wow!
mightyvac 2 years ago
omg that is a really nice boat i just got a fiber glass boat used but it has a crack any ideas to fix it
vipersd13 2 years ago
Thanks for the comments. It depends on how big the crack is and where it is. You can email me a pic and I may be able to help you.
tallcanadian 2 years ago
WOW!!! You did a beautiful job!!!!!
rangerbass519 2 years ago
I appreciate the kind words. I"m hoping to do another one in the spring.
tallcanadian 2 years ago
very nice i wish i had a fishing boat but there expensive eh
MrJkca 2 years ago
not necessarily! Go get an alumacraft v-14 wit a little 25 horsepwer motor and a couple little goodies and you'll have a blast, for no more 3,000. I actually regret selling my aluma believe it or not.
rangerbass519 2 years ago
Very nice rebuild. I have an 82 Newman Cam II that is in the exact same shape as your before pic's and description. I am going to attempt the same feat as you did , however im not very sure it will turn out as fine as yours did. I would apprecaite any advice you may have when and if you have time to respond to me. Awesome job!! Happy Fishing!!
Hoodmonsa 2 years ago
nothin like fishing.... =)
largemouthbassrigs 2 years ago
wow the song is nice is it ok if i can get the name? also great rebuild like new ready to last another 10 years down the river
30GB 2 years ago
The first song is Drive, by Alan Jackson. The second one is I'm Gonna Miss Her, by Brad Paisley.
tallcanadian 2 years ago
did you use every tool in that workshop? ive got a big lot but no garage... yet.. but just gona build some rigid jump seats like thoes folding lounge seats but non folding and upolster them in baige vinyl and marine vinyl or boats n decks and new trailer lights and tune it up and let er rip
san379 2 years ago
OMG i cant imagine allll that work for just a sunray 14 ft but they dont make em anymore and a new bass boat is 20.000$ i bet you spent about 2000 to 5000 $ eh.. good job but a whole winter of work eh? somebody want to give me a free 16 ft 1975 glasstron 85 hp bowrider tri hull with complete vinyl zipper top and trailer good floor good transum but no interior or vinyl interior but runs fine.. baige n gold with evenrude motor
san379 2 years ago
i took all winter to do it because i was in no hurry. with the seats, carpet and all repairs i only spent around 1000 dollars. the most expensive item was the fiberglass resin. it was a lot of work but worth it.
tallcanadian 2 years ago
great job by the look of things but shame about the music been so bloody depressing ha ha well done mate
slamminshan 2 years ago
I guess your not a country fan..lol. Thanks for the kind words.
tallcanadian 2 years ago
i dont mind some of it haha no problem matey
slamminshan 2 years ago
Nice video. I'm going to be doing this soon to my dad's old boat... a 1972 Victor by Hustler Boats. The gel coat has cracked and chipped away rom the bow, I'm a little concerned about how I'm going to fix that before painting.
bluebeccah 2 years ago
thanks for posting this I am in the middle of restoring a 1975 Bonito and this video is a big help.
utsman 2 years ago
great...
captainschroeder 2 years ago
WOW good job, how do you like the the tri-hull?
xmasman101 2 years ago
i love try hulls. you can move around, lug extra gear if you need to, and i find them more stable in the water. the downside is they aren't very smooth in rough water. the larger boats may be better, but mine is very rough in choppy water. but i would give up a smooth ride and have more room and stability.
tallcanadian 2 years ago
Great Job! Thanks for sharing.
abbyguy 2 years ago
thank you. appreciated.
tallcanadian 2 years ago
when you did the bow repair what method did you use to make the repairs up to the painting. Please help. I have a rotted deck and stringers my hull has numerous damages sections. I am wondering if I should use any gelcoat or just start fiberglassing, sanding, primering, painting.
tubebyou 2 years ago
Nice work. I have one very similar that I am looking to restore this summer.
shaggy430 2 years ago
ive been in the boat business for quite some time now and all i can say is......... GREAT JOB! a lot of people dont realise doing a job like this is quite daunting to some but as long as you take your time and do it correctly, its not that hard. its great to see people doing it themselves. once again, great job fella, u must be proud of that work.....i would be. 5 stars
imdanicklebum 2 years ago 2
i appreciate the kind words, but it's far from perfect. this was my first build and now i'm looking to do another. i can see areas where i can improve and will do a better job next time. i think actually that next spring i may strip the paint down to the bare glass again and repaint. knowing now that i can do a much nicer job. thanks again.
tallcanadian 2 years ago
great job on the rebuild! who is the music artist? I enjoyed the song as much as your rebuild!
kukuileiwilimomi 2 years ago