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Old 01-11-2014, 04:42 PM
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Default 1979 Nova 250xl Restoration

Just picked this up this fall...
1979 Wellcraft Nova 250xl w twin 1999 350 merc EFI w matching drives (already installed)
We are doing a full restoration to modernize it.
1. Transom rot repair
2. glassing in side windows
3. remove windshield build/add fiberglass cowling
4. Glass in the sink and storage underneath
5. remove all railings and glass in deck holes
6. full paint job - just going w solid white
7. full cockpit interior w bolster seats up front












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Old 01-11-2014, 07:41 PM
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You located some bolsters? That interior photo looks like I have seen it before. lol

Lets "GET-ER-DUN"

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A little more glass and it would look like this.



Good luck and keep us updated.
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Set it up counter rotating when your done, you'll be happy you did!
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I found the bolsers on eBay for $50...w stands!
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sweet super nova! what year is the hull?
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Originally Posted by Nova250xl
sweet super nova! what year is the hull?
Thanks
1967 Nova Marine, Nova 24 race boat (the first Nova)
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We are almost done w the Nova, but need a transom repair guy. Who do you guys recommend in northern ohio?
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Glass Dave on the boards here.
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