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  1. FJ_Russo

    CMC trim and tilt

    So I made another post to make sure everyone sees it. I did a oooops and did not label the wires for my trim and tild unit. I was wondering if anyone could give me a picture of the relay or a wiring diagram. I have 4 grounds, 2 positives and a green and blue wire from the unit and a blue and...
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    1975 SS 16' Rebuild

    Re: 1975 SS 16' Rebuild I got the front pedestal box vinyled and carpeted, and even had a chance to give "bassin mode" a try. Looks like its gonna be a sweet fish and ski.
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    1975 SS 16' Rebuild

    Re: 1975 SS 16' Rebuild Finally the resin on the transom dried and I was able to paint it, the pain didnt like the resin very much. I might resand and try to lay down another coat over the resin. But for now its in place and fits like a glove.. it might even support a 115hp Johnny??? :D I also...
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    1975 SS 16' Rebuild

    Re: 1975 SS 16' Rebuild So I took the plunge today and ripped out the transom, it actually came out WAY easier than I thought. So I will be heading to the store for some more wood and resin. After I got the transom out I was VERY glad I did it. It would have bugged me all year knowing I had...
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    1975 SS 16' Rebuild

    Re: 1975 SS 16' Rebuild Got more work done yesterday and I have a few quick pics for ya. I got the speaker location figured out. I removed the front oak board and placed a larger carpeted board with four holes for speakers in that And got the passenger console secured and in place. Heres some...
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    1975 SS 16' Rebuild

    Re: 1975 SS 16' Rebuild Got some work done today, I got the front carpet laid, the front bow seats framed and in place, and I also got one of the consoles put back in place not sure if its exactly right I need the other one to make sure the windshield lines up. But now to the more important...
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    Islander tan color code?

    Re: Islander tan color code? I rolled mine on and it actually came out GREAT. I used valspar porch and floor paint from Lowes, its a polyeurothene fortified oil based paint it will hopefully be very durable. And there is a ton of colors available. Heres the two colors I picked the bottom color...
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    1975 SS 16' Rebuild

    Re: 1975 SS 16' Rebuild Got the vinyl sides placed today and I got vinyl glued in the cubby holes they look pretty nice I have a couple little wrinkles in the one. But Oh well. Heres the last pic for the day.
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    1975 SS 16' Rebuild

    Re: 1975 SS 16' Rebuild Heres an outdoor pic of the new paint so you can get a better feel for the colors.
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    1975 SS 16' Rebuild

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    1975 SS 16' Rebuild

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    1975 SS 16' Rebuild

    Re: 1975 SS 16' Rebuild So heres a couple days of work worth of pics. I got 2 coats on the bottom side. I got the boat back on the trailer. I sanded the top rails got my rear seat boxes built, and test fitted the seating arrangement. And theres more room than I thought there would be. Then I...
  13. FJ_Russo

    1975 SS 16' Rebuild

    Re: 1975 SS 16' Rebuild So I got some work done today. I got the fenders on the trailer and painted and ran new wiring and hooked up the new LED trailer lights. Havent had a chance to test em out yet but they look sweet. I also painted to the bottom half of the boat today. It is a very light...
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    Another Referb Question

    Re: Another Referb Question I used this tube of putty made by loc tite. You mix it together to make a uniform past then fill whatever you need. I also used it to adhere the backing plate and fill over the top with it. It seems easy to use and also very sandable. I used it bacoause of the price...
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    1975 SS 16' Rebuild

    Re: 1975 SS 16' Rebuild So I got some trailer work done on my two days off. I moved the axle forward, and replaced a ton of hardware. I then sanded wire wheeled and painted the trailer black. very simple and did not spend a ton of time on it but it did definetly improve the looks. I need new...
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    1975 SS 16' Rebuild

    Re: 1975 SS 16' Rebuild So I got to warm the garage up with the new heater yesterday made it to 67 degrees. I know it was only 40 out but it made the paint dry nicely. I aslo sanded the bottom of the boat and primed it. I used 2 full cans of rustoleum aluminum primer. I figure at least...
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    1975 SS 16' Rebuild

    Re: 1975 SS 16' Rebuild So the engine is hanging and the boat is flipped. She was heavier than what I expected. But the four of us did it. Now sand and paint. The heater is hooked up in the garage so keeping it warm enough should not be a problem. Heres some pics from the flip . And yes...
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    1975 SS 16' Rebuild

    Re: 1975 SS 16' Rebuild I have to do this in two posts sorry guys, to many attachments per post. I'm having a little bit of change in plans now that I have the room and the ability. I will be removing and hanging the engine flipping the boat and painting like a normal starmadian does. So I...
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    1975 SS 16' Rebuild

    Re: 1975 SS 16' Rebuild So the boat fits very nicely in the garage! I have a ton of room to work!! I have been emptying her out today, I stuffed her full for the move she acted great as a u-haul also who knew.. LOL I have most of the items out of it now. While clearing the boat out though I...
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    1975 SS 16' Rebuild

    Re: 1975 SS 16' Rebuild Thank for the replies guys! The floor really did come out great. Toni came home and said she was very impressed and surprised by how it came out. We went to look at a house tonight with a 2 boat garage along with it :D;) Should know this week if we got it or not...
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