1988 Glastron X19-S rebuild

[snowman246]

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Alright, last night I got lots of work done. I finished the floor section near the consoles of the boat. This was a very tricky install since the insides walls of the consoles are loose but the front and top of the consoles are a part of the boat.
I cut two boards. One for the front and one for the middle. I attached the boards and glassed them in place and together at the seams and to the hull.

Also, I got the second coat of paint on the transom and and the boxes. This paint is laying on very nice, Rustoleum Oil based enamel-flat white mixed with hardener.

The bow platform was covered with one coat of paint two nights ago. Last night, I mixed up my anti slip paint additive and applied. This morning I checked on it and found it is going to be a very good texture. I'll have to check the abrasive-ness once it's fully cured but it looks like it will be about perfect for what I was shooting for.

 

[Willyclay]

You are moving so quickly on your project that it will be ready to splash long before the weather gets warm again, not to mention the water temp. Good luck!

 

[snowman246]

Thanks Willy. You have been very helpful. I am hoping to get all of the interior/cosmetic repairs done by end of 2015 so I can focus all of my attention on rebuilding the engine/outdrive/wiring from Jan-April 2016. My workbench is full of new parts and pieces, along with a couple of shelves. They are ready to be installed in their new home. My plan is to have it in water and running by April 1. I need about 20-30 hours of run time on the boat before I am ready for my week long fishing trip in the Gulf.

I hope to get the floor sanded down, feather the fiberglass seams, and paint the floor tomorrow morning. We are expecting some crazy weather in OKC starting on Thursday so I want to get it at least covered with paint - it can get the initial dry time over the 36 hours of 50-60 degree weather in the garage and then have a full week to fully cure while covered.

As always, I will post pics as the progress continues.

 

[Willyclay]

Sounds like a great plan. Hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving and maybe the "weather guessers" will miss it in OKC. Stay warm and dry!

 

[snowman246]

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Got two coats of paint on the deck so far today. Going to put the 3rd coat on about midnight and let it cure over the next 5-7 days.
Also put the bow deck in place with the seat and pedestal. Came to the decision I want to carpet the deck since the colors of white are so different. So I will use the grey carpet I am using for the sides on the two castings decks.

 

[snowman246]

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I got all three coats of paint on the deck on Thanksgiving Day. I found the anti slip additive was going on very patchy the first time, so on the third coat I mixed it double the recommended amount. It came out perfect!!!! The texture of the floor closely resembles a 180-220 grit paper. It has been sitting inside the garage, heated to about 70. I'm taking a little break from the project for a few days and cleaning the garage/spending time with the family.

 

[snowman246]

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So I spent a few hours in the garage this evening tearing down the engine. Found #3 cylinder is cracked. The crack is about 3" long and about 1/16" wide. Block is toast!!! Guess it's back to the drawing board/internet to try and locate a good block or a good priced rebuilt engine. If anyone has any ideas or companies let me know please.

 

[snowman246]

I'm not sure what I was thinking last night when I posted about the engine, I think my frustration had my brain on !#$&***&^%$#$ status. My machine shop does amazing work when it comes to sleeving a cylinder. I was quoted $150.00 to sleeve the cylinder. Much cheaper than the alternative and I get to keep the original engine in the boat. I'll post photos of the block once it is repaired and ready to build.

 

[Willyclay]

Glad you were able to find a cost-effective fix, especially at this time of the year. If you decide later not to go that route, IMHO the GM 4.3L V-6 is a great package in a 19 footer based on my experience with our son's 1996 Ebbtide 192. Good luck!

 

[snowman246]

Willy, I considered that last night and this morning. I just can't wrap my head around buying the extra parts for that new power plant along with more modifications. I really, really looked into it until about 1:00 this morning, I'm tired as heck today lol, but since my transom, deck and stingers are done I really don't want to go back to the beginning and start changing things on this project.
And since this is more of a fishing boat project I want to keep it as light and fuel efficient as possible.

 

[Willyclay]

And since this is more of a fishing boat project I want to keep it as light and fuel efficient as possible.

Could not agree more. My comment was intended to be food-for-thought IF you reached that crossroads for some unexpected reason. You are doing great!

 

[snowman246]

I know what you meant Willy. I have found a donor boat with that setup if necessary. I am dropping off the engine parts at the machine shop in the morning so hopefully he can let me know if all of my parts are good/repairable. I am really hoping the cam can be cleaned/grinded to usable specs to save some money-it doesn't look to be worn at all but I don't know the specs of the cam either. I really want to keep it original if possible-minus replacing pistons and gaskets. I know it sounds crazy, but given the circumstances/history I have with the boat I want to bring her back to her original glory. I will try and post some new updates next week.

 

[jrttoday]

haha...no mistakes are planned at this time....... If you aren't sure, ask questions of someone who has done it........ it's a fairly easy task with the pleasure of saying you rebuilt the boat.

I have but one question; does anyone on iboats ever plan a mistake? :lol:
When I make one (mistake), it was rarely easy and often followed by another! :facepalm:
And I take pleasure in those mistakes when I can laugh at them
nice work, thanks for the thread

 

[snowman246]

Update...

The machine shop began the repair and as they bored out the cylinder for the sleeve, they found the crack went all the way down the wall. This means no repair can be made. I basically have a 3.0 Liter anchor lol. I made some calls and before pulling the trigger on a $2800.00 New Engine, I called the shop that is currently rebuilding my outdrive, also the shop I originally purchased the boat from in 2008. He has a good, running motor (fully dressed with carb, intake, exhaust, etc) he is going to sell me for $800.00 since he is already rebuilding my outdrive.

I am in no way shape or form made of money so this seems like the best route.

I am purchasing the engine on Monday after I give it a good look. I figure this is cheaper to get me on the water for next season. At the end of the season, given I have no problems DURING the season, I will pull the motor back out and freshen it up over winter next year.

I will post pics and more information on Monday after I "Buy" or "walk away". To prevent any more "hiccups" on this build, I am not doing anything else on the boat until I get the engine and outdrive installed and hear them run/watch them turn. Once that is completed, roughly mid January, I will be full steam ahead on finishing the interior and getting the boat ready to launch.

 

[Willyclay]

Sorry to hear your plan has required a mid-course correction but life is like that. Since you started with a complete motor, is a short-block an option? Regardless, it is a tough time of the year to have extra hurdles in your way. Good luck!

 

[snowman246]

Willy, I had a 90-95% complete motor. I was missing the carb, the distributor was rusted beyond repair and other misc small items. I have already purchased a new electronic ignition set (complete with new distributor) from MichiganMotorz but still need a carb. This engine comes fully dressed, including carb and other missing pieces) and was described as being drop in ready. I looked into the short block but if this motor is in the shape he described (I will find out Monday lol) I might just reseal and re-ring it and use for the season. For the money I will save, I don't think I can pass this up if its what he says it is.

I will definitely be looking for an extra block for any future needs tho.

 

[snowman246]

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[snowman246]

Two complete 3.0 engines. One had a missing freeze plug and a cracked intake. My intake is good. Shop owner sent an extra one home with me for parts. I will use the two to make a complete engine.

 

[Willyclay]

Attaboy!

 

[snowman246]

If I didn't have bad luck, I would have no luck at all. The first engine of the two had a large crack in the block hidden under the intake. The second engine is an older engine with a different drive housing and mine will not match up to the bolt holes for what I need to attach to my outdrive. I'm so freaking irritated/depressed. This is three engines down in the same week. I don't want to put $2800 into a new engine for a 30 yr old boat. and I am wondering how long a "good" block ,if found, would last before I'm back in this position. I have to do some thinking and see if I want to continue on with this project.