My Resto Project
10-04-2011, 07:00 PM
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10-04-2011, 07:18 PM
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I just sold my 42 Fountain and I'm staying out of the classifieds so the Chris is getting my undivided attention . This boat means a lot to me . I mean I was in my 20's winning races and having a blast with this boat . The funny thing is I originally bought this three man hull for pleasure use . I added the canopies and two man cockpit in the winter of 1989 .
I just ordered a bunch of engine parts but really need to get on the cockpit and fuel tanks . My boat builders are slowing up a little so the time is right to bang out these two items .
10-04-2011, 07:22 PM
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I think Stellings still makes exhaust. They told they would charge to much to fix them v/s what the guy they recommended could do it for. In fact they said they don't repair them anymore they send them to that guy. I have the receipt with the guys name and # at home but I don't remember it.
http://www.stellingsmarineproducts.com/home/index.php
http://www.stellingsmarineproducts.com/home/index.php
Thanks , Jimmy
10-04-2011, 07:41 PM
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Yup! Class 3 is up to 95 MPH and includes the How Sweet It Is 32 Skater raceboat. Class 2 (if brought back) is 105mph. There are plenty of boats who only run 1 or 2 local races a year
10-05-2011, 05:29 AM
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After a days work I'm so burnt out I just kept buying boats I didn't really love so I'd have a fast boat to play with and not have to deal with a project .
I just sold my 42 Fountain and I'm staying out of the classifieds so the Chris is getting my undivided attention . This boat means a lot to me . I mean I was in my 20's winning races and having a blast with this boat . The funny thing is I originally bought this three man hull for pleasure use . I added the canopies and two man cockpit in the winter of 1989 .
I just ordered a bunch of engine parts but really need to get on the cockpit and fuel tanks . My boat builders are slowing up a little so the time is right to bang out these two items .
I just sold my 42 Fountain and I'm staying out of the classifieds so the Chris is getting my undivided attention . This boat means a lot to me . I mean I was in my 20's winning races and having a blast with this boat . The funny thing is I originally bought this three man hull for pleasure use . I added the canopies and two man cockpit in the winter of 1989 .
I just ordered a bunch of engine parts but really need to get on the cockpit and fuel tanks . My boat builders are slowing up a little so the time is right to bang out these two items .
To have all that history with the boat will make it that much more rewarding once finished.
10-05-2011, 07:24 PM
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Today I spoke again with Bucky at Itchiban , they will take the Chris in November for cockpit and fuel tanks . I also ordered cams , gears , pistons , bearings , rod bolts , etc .
Boy this hobby ain't cheap !
Any of you guys lookin' for part time help ?
Boy this hobby ain't cheap !
Any of you guys lookin' for part time help ?
10-05-2011, 07:29 PM
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Hang in there man. I know the feeling of working all day to go home to work on the boat. I have a twin outboard Talon and I'm toying with the idea of trading it for a race cat that will need minor rigging in comparison to your project.
To have all that history with the boat will make it that much more rewarding once finished.
To have all that history with the boat will make it that much more rewarding once finished.
Talon or Race cat ? Nice decision to ponder , either way you win . Good luck .
10-16-2011, 12:28 PM
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Input Please
I'd like opinions on integral hull tanks .
It is my understanding that notable manufacturers have had problems due to changes in fuel formulation . It is also my understanding that vinylester resins are compatible with the new fuel and is the resin used to correct failures .
Integral tanks would add structure to the hull as there never was any in this area without adding any extra weight .
It is my understanding that notable manufacturers have had problems due to changes in fuel formulation . It is also my understanding that vinylester resins are compatible with the new fuel and is the resin used to correct failures .
Integral tanks would add structure to the hull as there never was any in this area without adding any extra weight .
10-17-2011, 09:57 AM
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We were having this discussion last night while plumbing secondary fuel systems in a Doug Wright. For the money go with the intergral tanks, just build a removable lid for the tank for service. I suggested blatters but, they are pricey and from what I was told they only last a few years before they break down.
The money wasn't right for me to do the trade. It was a Doug Wright also. Keep us posted. Bob
The money wasn't right for me to do the trade. It was a Doug Wright also. Keep us posted. Bob
10-17-2011, 06:49 PM
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We were having this discussion last night while plumbing secondary fuel systems in a Doug Wright. For the money go with the intergral tanks, just build a removable lid for the tank for service. I suggested blatters but, they are pricey and from what I was told they only last a few years before they break down.
The money wasn't right for me to do the trade. It was a Doug Wright also. Keep us posted. Bob
The money wasn't right for me to do the trade. It was a Doug Wright also. Keep us posted. Bob
