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SlipperyOar replied to the thread 1981 Springbok 18' Restoration/Renovation.

Sub flooring beneath bow casting deck cut and fit into place. Gotta seal and paint the wood and will install once foam is under/around...
Tuesday at 7:13 PM
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SlipperyOar replied to the thread 1981 Springbok 18' Restoration/Renovation.

Got my transom cap fabricated, happy with how it went for looks. Started a corner cap design that I may refine up to look a bit neater...

Monday at 4:31 PM
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SlipperyOar reacted to MikeSchinlaub's post in the thread 1981 Springbok 18' Restoration/Renovation with Like.

Oh, lengthwise. I eas picturing one at the rear that went sideways. Honestly, it's been too long since I've dealt with one like that. I...

Jul 17, 2025
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SlipperyOar replied to the thread 1981 Springbok 18' Restoration/Renovation.

Unfortunately this is the only picture I have at the moment of the tank between the stringers, I’ve read to not let the weight rest on...
Jul 17, 2025
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SlipperyOar reacted to MikeSchinlaub's post in the thread 1981 Springbok 18' Restoration/Renovation with Like.

Metal strapping around the tank is pretty normal. Usually the tank will fit snugly between something side to side, and have strapping...

Jul 17, 2025
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SlipperyOar replied to the thread New Controls Swap.

Thank you, I haven’t had time to go look at the wiring harness plug but I figure that was the most important factor and the...

Jul 17, 2025
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SlipperyOar reacted to Chris1956's post in the thread New Controls Swap with Like.

Mercury motors used the same mechanical controls for many years. i.e., I used my '76 MerControl on my '93 Merc V6. I needed to graft...

Jul 17, 2025
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SlipperyOar replied to the thread 1981 Springbok 18' Restoration/Renovation.

Not sure if anyone follows this thread but I’ve been looking for some answers in mounting the 15 gallon aluminum fuel tank that came...

Jul 14, 2025
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SlipperyOar replied to the thread New Controls Swap.

It unfortunately wasn't my idea, PO did it to get the controls split and disconnected. I didn't know if any 8 pin harness remote...

Jul 14, 2025
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SlipperyOar replied to the thread 1981 Springbok 18' Restoration/Renovation.

Finally got some power for the hull, found this 93' Merc 75hp for sale by the original owner who had it gone over by the outboard...
Jul 14, 2025
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SlipperyOar posted the thread New Controls Swap in Steering and Controls.

I've got a new to me 1993 75 hp merc that came with some controls mounted on a center console whaler. The old shift/throttle cables were...

Jul 14, 2025
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SlipperyOar reacted to Rasdiir's post in the thread 1981 Springbok 18' Restoration/Renovation with Like.

Beautiful job, I love the colour!

Jul 13, 2025
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SlipperyOar replied to the thread 1981 Springbok 18' Restoration/Renovation.

Back onto the trailer, time to finish fabricating the top and corner transom caps and fit them up before painting the transom and then...

Jun 25, 2025
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SlipperyOar replied to the thread 1981 Springbok 18' Restoration/Renovation.

Well I finally finished painting, was a struggle finding the right times between window replacement in my house and fighting the...
Jun 18, 2025
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SlipperyOar replied to the thread 1981 Springbok 18' Restoration/Renovation.

After 2 coats of epoxy primer I used some scotch brite and scuffed the surface and then laid down a nice even coat of reduced primer as...
Jun 15, 2025

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