You would be correct. I got part of the floor off and the stringers are completely shot. No I'm pretty sure that's a crack. I'm going to get it diagnosed just to be sure before I tear into it and see if it's worth it. I took the motor apart and removed the anchor bolts.
Okay... So after further inspection and fighting a bunch of wasps, there is A LOT to do to this thing. The stringers from the areas that I can see so far are shot. Just mush and mulch. Haven't really looked at the transom yet but I'm assuming the worst. And while putting the starter back in...
I've already taken out the seats and motor cover. I took out the starter to see if it's functioning. It sounds like it's not meshing well with the flywheel. When I went to take it off I noticed one of the bolts were loose, so I'm thinking that was part of the issue. Still going to get it tested...
Also tips and tricks of the trade would be extremely helpful. I will try to document my progress as best as possible but I struggle to remember to do stuff like that lol.
I recently bought an 86 four winns 160. At first glance it didn't look too bad. I was just going to replace the upholstery the floor and carpet. But as I tear into the floor I see there's a lot more work to be done. I've been looking at some of these forums and reading up on the processes you...
