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FREEDOM US1 06-08-2015 06:58 AM


Originally Posted by skate (Post 4313945)
After working out a few issues, port engine would not prime of all things. We got her up and running! Three couples on maiden voyage my best friends. Windshield worked great visibility and access much improved. It started raining hard within five minutes of hitting the water. I'll clean her up and get some photos on after Jason and Chris do their article.

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And most important the boss approves and is happy!!! I love that smile!

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If mamas happy everyone is happy!! Congrats!!

skate 06-08-2015 10:07 AM

Yes Jim your windshield is great. She was able to keep her big floppy hat on with out holding it at over 90 MPH on while in the front seat and protect her face from the sun. She likes it so that means I love it!

Thanks for the help support and retooling to make the wider version for us!

sam

tom kennedy 06-08-2015 11:04 AM

Work of art Sam !!!! Looks great ,congrats on such a sweet Skater

FREEDOM US1 06-08-2015 08:03 PM


Originally Posted by skate (Post 4314555)
Yes Jim your windshield is great. She was able to keep her big floppy hat on with out holding it at over 90 MPH on while in the front seat and protect her face from the sun. She likes it so that means I love it!

Thanks for the help support and retooling to make the wider version for us!

sam

My pleasure Sam!! I can't tell you how much more I like my 28 with a windshield. It's a new boat that I really enjoy using the entire weekend and don't get tired of the wind. I'm happy for you guys and I know you will get so much more pleasure out of your Skater. :) Thanks for the business!!

bulletbob 06-09-2015 05:18 AM

Another masterpiece from Sam. Peter (Skater) should hire you on as a design consultant.

Flightplan 06-09-2015 12:42 PM

Looks fantastic Sam. Well done.

skate 06-09-2015 05:27 PM

Thanks guys. There are quite a few loose ends to tie up on the build some anticipated others not so much, but it is going well. I really appreciate all you guys on the forum for the advice help and encoragement.

Chris Manuel and Blaze put in a great effort. Jim Lee was super even custom tooling a larger windshield so we could seat four. Ron Muller of Electronics Unlimited was the absolute man on this build. His expertise and willingness to track down and procure parts went above and beyond a Skater Brother.

I hope to see you guys on the Poker Run circuit. We are scheduled to go to LOTO for the Shoot Out, Cumberland in September if we can find lodging, and Key West for the worlds.

FREEDOM US1 06-09-2015 05:49 PM

See you at LOTO and Key West!!!!! :)

skate 06-13-2015 12:59 PM

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Skater30 06-16-2015 06:21 PM

Glad to see you're up and running again Sam. It turned out great! Doesn't look at all like the same boat, that's for sure. Keep us posted on how it runs - not only any difference in top speed, but how it runs over the rough as well. I'd imagine the cg had to change somewhat with everything that changed. Amazing how different it looks now (all for the better!)........


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