Not going to mess with the bottom on this boat ! Already has the triple step and fast enough for me. Although adding all this weight , step - radio - cabin cushions should take of maybe 1/2 mph. With gas prices I think the radio and cushions wil get some use.

Rick is the Master !!!!! Hey Rick with all that talent I'm sure you run any shop around the country !!!!

We ran the chit out of the Avanti yesterday and I put the Hobie in the water. 2-3 foot chop was nothing at 65 plus.

We gave her a coat of wax from the rub rail down last night. Also, mounted the prop and loaded up the gear.
Test run after work today...

How did she run?

Flawlessly...
I'm knocking on wood as the "For Now" has entered her 3rd season with an engine built by an amateur, me...
Pics to follow...

A few shots from the first ride of the 2007 season...

A few more...

Pat, I'm jealous. My boat has not been out of the garage yet and I haven't even finished the new steering system.

Too many projects on my plate this spring, and none of them are done. That's what happens when you try and to to many things at one time....

Looking good! A bit cool, perhaps...... as so is the weather!!!!