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Congrats and welcome to the club! :party-smiley-020:
Did you end up picking up a 80's dually! That's what I haul my scarab with and never had a problem at ramps, wet or dry! You would be surprised with the extra tires on the ground the difference it makes. http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i4...b/b53a9e1a.jpg |
Great graphics 502ss. I like that a lot. Not to hj this thread, but 502ss from looking at you build thread, where did you get the components to make your dash wiring harness? That looks slick.
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Originally Posted by airbats801
(Post 3811476)
I went ahead and had a hull survey done on the boat today. THe guy said he was really suprised at how good the hull was for it's age.THe only spot he found was the same small soft spot I found, and said the rest of the transom was very good. THe stringers were in excellent condition with no other soft spots.
He quited me 5-600 for the repair above the trim tab. I was quite suprised actually. I put a down on the boat to hold it. Got them down to 11800. I'm going to go take a second look at the boat today and go over it with a comb with a buddy. At this point if I am happy, I will go drop another 400 or so on a full mechanical survey. I'm also doing some truck shopping right now. I'm looking for probably a older 80s or 90s 1 ton chevy or ford. Any idea if I can get by without a dually? If this thing weighs in at about 6900, plus a steel trailer. http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/m...23158596_n.jpg |
Originally Posted by blue thunder
(Post 3812084)
Great graphics 502ss. I like that a lot. Not to hj this thread, but 502ss from looking at you build thread, where did you get the components to make your dash wiring harness? That looks slick.
Thanks for the compliments! Can you be a little clearer on which components you are referring to? I have touched every square inch of this boat! :) Agreed, let's not hijack! Let's continue this discussion on my build thread! Now back to your normally scheduled program already in progress...... |
Originally Posted by airbats801
(Post 3772379)
It actually does have fuel injected magnums, I think 86 was the first year. He had some pics of the engines posted up awhile back, they were definitel fi and had mmagnum written on them. I was suprised myself.
Having said that, I think the boat has more value with these motors vs what probably came in it. Either way it's a cool looking boat. Best of luck with her and congrats. Buck |
Merc had fuel injection in 89' that's fact. the 350/320 has it.
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Originally Posted by BBCLiberator
(Post 3813273)
Merc had fuel injection in 89' that's fact. the 350/320 has it.
In 2001 when I was actively searching for a boat my price range put me in the 1990-96 range for what I could afford. I wanted a big block. EVERY boat I looked at that was older than about 91-92 range and still had it's original power in it was carbureted. To go FI in a big block I had to buy newer. I looked at several hundred boats like this. Buck |
I went down and dropped the money on it today, Had them un-winterize it and we fired up both engines and ran them a bit in both directions etc and my friend and I crawled all over the thing with a magnifying glass. I'm real happy. I noticed the left side trim is either low or has some air in the system, and im pretty sure the trim tabs are no original.
Anyhow, I had fun checking out all the lights n what not, testing out the stereo. We determined it needs bigger amps, and a lil update. We are going to repolace some of the plexiglass that is worn, and upgrade some lighting to led etc... Small stuff. I gotta say, this thing sounds f'n amazing though! So It is my birthday. I figured I'd wait to finalize the deal until today lol. I ended up getting a 3/4 ton 86 suburban with a 454, and 6 inch spring lift for a tow rig. 2200 there. Not bad, and more than enough power to move the boat. Kinda nice having a matching engine too lol. I need to go pick up a drop hitch tomorrow and pick the boat up. One little bonus is it came with a sun shade. I guess the previous owner stopped by awhile back and dropped it off. The day ended up costing me 14,400. Not too bad considering. I haven;t been to the sefair, but I am definitely interested in getting together with some of the local guys. This winters turbine season looks to be busy, so I should be able to get out and enjoy the boat every other weekend or so this summer and sit good :) Now I just need to find a white suite and salmon shirt.... Here is a picture. http://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphoto...28157516_n.jpg And no, It was a joke photo putting my ranger up there lol |
Back those drives down some. No need to be that high. Happy Birthday.:party-smiley-051: Enjoy Your new toy. Artie
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Nice looking boat. The 30' Scarab was the 1st boat I looked at when I finally could afford to get my own. Wound up getting my current beast. The Wellcrafts may not be the fastest or even the best built but they are a dam good boat and the Scarab name always seems to be recognizable to most boating people. Congratulations on your purchase. Now post some more pictures dam it.
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