Got it started finally yesterday- one down and one to go- pictures coming hopefully tonight-

Scott:ernaehrung004:

I can see now why people buy new instead of old. After getting the engine running and in the process of tuning, the starter ring gear decided to give up, which happy happy joy joy I get to pull the engine again!!:argue:

I also have a problem with the seawater pump, it is leaking so I must have missed a gasket or something. Not only that, but my other boat decided to kill a fuel pump. Not having much luck with boats lately, probably should stick to motorcycles.:angry-smiley-055:

Sold it last weekend without the engines.

Picked up the 32 panther that was out there for 11k. Picking it up tomorrow. It was not as advertised. It had a broken engine. It had a hole in the piston.

I am building two new 498's. Should be a pretty good boat.

I had all of those problems with my new engines and I even spent the money for a dyno tne before I put them in.

Stay focused, it will be all right.

Thanks Jeff- let me know how the panther is going. My membership to OSO paid for itself ten times over last night, I did a search on starter problems, and found a couple of threads on the subject. Found out that the starter bolts are specific(never knew that) so I went down to the Chevy store and bought a couple just to try it. Stood on my head for a couple of hours changing the starter and it seems to be working fine!! Thanks OSO!! Thank you everyone who contributes to the board, it makes my life easier.:ernaehrung004:

Panther made it home tonight. Engines are in the back of my truck, ready for tear downa nd a trip to the machine shop to get punched out. Dehumidifiers running to get it dried out after sitting in the rain for 2 weeks.

Going to start on it this weekend since I just got laid off today.
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Anybody know of good jobs in TX?

yo Scottie- any updates?

Not yet- can't get to the boat with all the snow this year. We have record snowfall(3 to 4 feet) so I can't even get in my shop. As soon as the weather cooperates I will get back into it and finish it up. I will keep you guys posted:signs069:

Ok- so the temp actually broke 65 today so I ran out of excuses of why I shouldn't work on the boat. So I got it out and started on the floor- got the framework done over the main tank, and cut some fiberboard to fit. Tomorrow I will hopefully get the fiberboard in. I was thinking I was going to have to pull the engine back out that I put in last year due to leaking issues, but after today I discovered very little oil in the bilge(and its been sitting for 6 months), so I think I will run it for now. While it was out I shot some pics- I will shoot some more tomorrow-

some more- just for you Dave!!!

and some more- here is a close up of the windshield. I have had a few people ask to see this up close- I am sorry it has taken so long but that is life in the Pacific Northwest!!!

last ones for tonight-

Scott....Been there done that....Looking at that sure brings back memories....Whats done sure looks great....It is that last 10% that takes the longest. Feel free to give me a call when you have any questions...I am always willing to help.

Awesome Boat!
 

No doubt one of the coolest projects I've seen. Just went through the entire thread and enjoyed every pic. I am having a tough time finding the time to get my project going but this really helps motivate me. Mine is a 30' Velocity 1980. I love the old school meets modern day projects.

Your paint scheme is absolutely perfect. It looks great.

My paint is in excellent shape though old school but I think I'm going to keep it and push the old look. Will go with new interior, dash, cabin for a fresher look. Even thinking of going back and adding the original P-18 number she ran when on the racing circuit.

Anyway, great boat and great project....

What a cool thread! I just ran across it. What a statement to take old school and bring it back to modern day with elbow grease and sweat, My hat is off to ya. Paints bad ass!:D

Thanks guys- I appreciate the support. It's hard to get excited anymore because everything takes so damn long!!!!

Got the floor support built and put in- and I got the floor in today- so I guess you could say I made some progress. I still got to figure out what I should seal the seams with( any ideas Eddie?). I used 1/2 inch fiberboard( the stuff they use inside vans) and that stuff is stout. I haven't even screwed it down and it doesn't flex at all. Here are some pics-

some more-

SIKA-FLEX- Tape off both sides and pump it in there...then smooth it out with a spoon. Should use about 2 tubes(better buy 3).

White sika# 29L-521

West marine pt #391722

Did you tru-bolt the frame tru the stringers or is it sitting on top of the gas tank? I tru boltet mine with 3/8 hardware and thick fender washers and it really tighted everything up.

If its been sitting for six months the only way it will leak oil is if there is a hole in the oil pan. All the oil would have drained back into the pan. I think i would run the motor , find the leak and fix it while you still have lots of room. NOT trying to pee in your cornflakes but it will be a lot more work later. good luck & keep up the good work.:D

Yup- 3/8 hardware with fender washers, ran 8 of them into the sides so it is not sitting on the gas tank. Thanks for that idea by the way-

It was leaking from the pan- I had installed a drain hose that just refuses to seal- but it is pretty minor(I am pretty picky about my stuff). The seawater pump was leaking- so I pulled that and resealed it- and the cheesy oil filter relocation kit I got from Summit puked so I just bolted up a standard filter mount. I know I have to change it because I will never be able to get to it with the other engine in- so I bought a used Merc relocation kit off of Ebay. You are right- it is easier to work on it now-thanks for the advice.

Same problem...I ended up putting my filters back on the block and now of course every time i change my oil I drop my stb. oil filter in the f u cking bilge:angry-smiley-038:

You will be so happy with the floor...Being able to jump up and down on the thing is real nice....that teak bull chit that came with the boat was a joke.

Thanks- I will go get some tomorrow. Did you carpet over your floor, or just leave it? I'm leaning towards carpet, I need something, my deck is hammered-

Removable carpet...Snap in.

Wow Scott, that is pretty cool! Good work so far, I commend your perserverance I simply could not pull that off period.

Maybe just maybe I will get to see it on the water in July????

Checking out some jet boats this week, will mail you if I land something.

Doug

dupey duperton

Westcoast- It was cool to meet you in Havasu- I will come see you in San Diego!!

Doug- Thanks!! Come back to Spokane and help me finish it!!

This week I worked on the Rinker and got it fixed. I had to replace the Aeromotive fuel pump- and that was a b@tch. So I didn't get much done on the Scarab. I did however order the following-

Gauges from CP Performance
Cables and billet water fill, billet vents from Eddie Marine.
Another remote oil filter from a dude off of EBAY
New merc engine wiring harnesses from another dude off EBAY

I have to order some carbs still, and need to make a custom dash- probably go with Eddie Marine unless someone else has a better suggestion.

I need to start a fund to afford all this- any and all donations are appreciated:D

You will love when those ups boxes start showing up!

Hey Scott, check it out.

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Bought it Saturday, took it to the lake, freaked out and sold it today. Guys shows up, calls his buddy Drew, they chat guy comes back and pays for it and turns out "Drew" is Drew Backlund of Drew Marine. He recognized the engine as one he had built for the boat 30 years ago. You can leave Spokane but you can never really get away.

Anyway, you may see it on CDA at some point, its a crazy ass boat.

Doug

Pics from today-

Before

After

You were right Eddie- opening the boxes was really fun- until the visa bill gets here-

Here are some of the boat bling I put on today- my wife says it looks gay- :Whatever:

Looks good. I like the rub rail. Keep the pictures coming:)

And just so you don't think I was messing around all day- pulled the engine so I can replace the pan and exhaust, looking at the bilge I think I am going to paint it, recommendations?

You need to look into oil coolers and remote oil filters...I wish I did. Nice tranny:) Ditch the exhaust and heat exchanger...the motor is hiding under all thoses hoses.

I got the remote oil filters- but a somebody told me about this cool exhaust trick and now they won't fit- the story of my life. :hitfan:

Next time I talk to you remind me to tell you about my remote filter story.

OK- so I got the trim tabs on today- and got the shifter mounted in the dash, got the little cable ends from Mercury($34 bucks a piece, they see you coming on that one) got the right cables from Eddie Marine, the wrong U bolts, etc.

I also got my manifolds, the set I got off EBAY are aluminum, and the set I got from Teague are cast, so I think I am search of another set of manifolds. The exhaust gaskets that came with them were destroyed too- so I didn't get that done.

Tomorrow is prep the bilge for paint day so I will shoot some more photos and post them if I make some progress.:cool-smiley-011:

Those aluminum ones are nice and light...The cast ones are great if you are going to leave the boat in the water for a long period of time.