1984 Formula One, fun little boat!
11-21-2011, 08:20 AM
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1984 Formula One, fun little boat!
Thought I'd share some pics of this little Formula One I just picked up. (local craigslist find) It's '84 Formula One (17') a buddy had one years back, always liked it as it was similar to a Donzi Classic with the molded cabin liner and snap out upholstery.
It's an original owner, fresh water off a small lake in New Hampshire. Merc 185 V6, 400 hrs. It had not been run since '96, spent several days cleaning and waking up the motor/drive etc and she fired right up. Got to clock 8 hrs on it before winterizing. Anyone else got one?
It's an original owner, fresh water off a small lake in New Hampshire. Merc 185 V6, 400 hrs. It had not been run since '96, spent several days cleaning and waking up the motor/drive etc and she fired right up. Got to clock 8 hrs on it before winterizing. Anyone else got one?
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11-21-2011, 10:09 AM
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Familiar with them and have a bit of seat time in one. Was looking for an '84 before I went with my Power Play(Powerquest) 185 for a knock around small boat. Boat is typical Formula. Handles more than you would expect GREAT build quality for a small boat. Fiberglass Liner/Floor (nice touch for a small boat of that age) and needs more power! haha. 220hp Merc 4.3 gets that boat moving. 350 is about all I would ever want in one. Cool little boats
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11-21-2011, 02:46 PM
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/FORMULA-BOAT...s_Gear&vxp=mtr
I think for the tach you just have to keep your eyes peeled on eBay or Maybe give Great Lakes Skipper a call and see if they have one. I know they have the matching speedo style to what you are looking for.
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11-22-2011, 06:57 PM
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A little compound and wax in the spring and your all set, a little cheaper than running the Cig around
Great little ride good luck
Great little ride good luck
