Well just like Fed X when it positively has to be there overnight call Brad Smith. After working on my motors all weekend Brad delivered them today while I was at Skater. Great customer support thanks.

[ATTACH=CONFIG]502395[/ATTACH]

Forward to, you best say your going to be there!

Those are some strong headers!

Yes they are. How do you like the new John Deere mower Pete includes with every 338 purchase to boost sales!

Rik- Are u going to Ron's in a few weeks?

I was just going to bust your balls on the fact that your boat got moved from the wall outward to the JD since I was there!

Yea Baby!! Smith Power!!

Any updates Skate? Also can you tell us this regarding your motors, over or under 1000hp :):)

[ATTACH=CONFIG]507594[/ATTACH]
[ATTACH=CONFIG]507595[/ATTACH]
[ATTACH=CONFIG]507596[/ATTACH]
In Rigging

Will is getting better each day.

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/willjirik

Thats great to hear about both Sam. Thanks for the update.

That's great news Sam... Hey are yours or Louie's engines dry sump?

Mine are not. We rigged a pump and reservoir for the oil when on the Tilt Trailer.

I spoke with Brad Thursday. He was headed to Skater this coming Monday with Jeff and was going to go over my rigging with Mike and Pete. He was so supportive of me when my son was hurt. Jeff even offered to take my boat if I wanted to sell it. I cannot express how sad I am that they are both gone. I have been involved in boating for over 37 years and Brad was as good as it gets as a business man, engine builder, and person. Please remember them and their families in your prayers and honor them by boating safely and with courtesy to others that share the water.

Hay Sam





Hay Sam well said glad to hear your boy is making progress

[ATTACH=CONFIG]508687[/ATTACH]

[ATTACH=CONFIG]508688[/ATTACH]

Final push in rigging.

Will is being discharged from Shepard Center Tuesday and starts Outpatient Rehab Wednesday. He will be in Atlanta thru February. He is doing well standing with help muscles firing up everywhere at day 83!

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/willjirik

Thats great news about you son Will great to hear. The boat sure is coming along nicely.

Great to hear the good news about Will !

Finally up against the "Wall"!
 

[ATTACH=CONFIG]510016[/ATTACH]

Any other new boats there getting finished?

.
.
is the pipe inside the cockpit along the bulkhead, for fuel or is it for organizing electrical wires?

It looks to be a crossover for the fuel so you could fill both tanks from the starboard side. My Talon with two 55 gallon tanks is setup the same. Lookin good Sam. How is Will progressing?

Ding ding we have a winner! It is crossover for fuel as boat is on tilt trailer and fuel is filled and vented on the high side. Today's update. Waiting on tailpipes and tie bar.


[ATTACH=CONFIG]510844[/ATTACH]

[ATTACH=CONFIG]510845[/ATTACH]
[ATTACH=CONFIG]510847[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]510848[/ATTACH]
[ATTACH=CONFIG]510846[/ATTACH]

Will is doing better each day. His legs have a lot of function. He and I did pool therapy yesterday and he was able to walk in water with support for balance. Over ground is very difficult as he cannot support his weight completely and balance is an issue. We have finger and very limited arm movement. The muscle tone and spasms in his arms are limiting his movement. Thanks for asking we are keeping him in Atlanta thru February.

Sam

Sam- what's that green boat in the far back ground? Not the one right next to yours

And is that Gotcha Now the 46 in the back ground?

white with black and silver trim is so clean looking

Beautiful. Nice and simple.

Thats great news about Will Sam. It sounds like he is making good progress. Tell Will all his fellow boaters are pulling for him and I look forward to seeing you both on the water soon. The cat looks perfect all white. The lines of the cat will speak for themselves. Instant classic!

Bob

are those skater bucket seats??? look a little diff but could be the all white that's making em look that way

Is that a swim ladder in the bustle? If so very cool. Great lookin boat

Yes we jump in to cool off at home so the stow away ladder was a nice touch. We also added cup holders in the center console with a built in rod holders. We have an umbrella that sticks in the rod holder and locks. The wife wants to save her skin!

Yes those are the new skater seats. Very comfortable with lots of support and security. The all white lets the lines speak for themselves. We used a metallic pearl white with clear coat. It pops in the sun. Also you can sit or walk anywhere in the summer without getting third degree burns.

Thanks we hope to get a good recovery. He walked again today with the walker which is huge. We still don't have much in the arms due to spasticity but we are working in that. Take care

Sam

I like the seats!!! my old high back barrels are gone for sure this winter LOL will check with skater on new interior.

great to hear your son is improving!!! will continue to keep him in our thoughts and prayers down here for sure!