How far are you on your 'before launch projects'?

[Rumley]

Re: How far are you on your 'before launch projects'?

I'm not sure how big my list is this year because I bought my boat a month ago.
Things I know for sure I have to do...
Take stereo/speakers/subwoofer/gps out of old boat and install in new one.
Install downriggers after figuring out how I'm going to mount them.
Pull drive and check to see if bellows/ujoints/gimbal need to be replaced (really hoping they don't).
Replace impeller just to be safe
oil/filter/lube change
waxing/buffing/cleaning

I'm sure there are many more things but can't think of them now.

But #1 foot of snow and 14 inches of ice need to melt!!!

 

[98Shabah]

Re: How far are you on your 'before launch projects'?

Repack the trailer bearings - done
Replace the fuel filter - done
Reinstall the battery - done
Fire it up and burn off the fogging oil, then replace the plugs and clean up the contacts on the inside of the cap & rotor - done
Replace the stereo - done
Retreat all the vinyl with 303 - not done
Find or make a small porta potty for the young daughters that is stowable - not done
Save money for gas - in progress!

 

[eavega]

Re: How far are you on your 'before launch projects'?

Actually, I already splashed the boat for a quick verification trip about three weeks ago, but the first "official" trip for the year (fishing) will be this Friday, weather permitting.

As to my task list:

Decarb motor - 90 % done. Just needs the WOT run to blow the last of the gunk out of the exhaust, then change plugs and good to go.
Emergency Kill switch - Installed.
Water pump Impeller - Replaced
Replace/rebuild bow seating - Not started but not vital to getting the boat in the water.

The big things I have left to do are on the trailer:
Need to replace the jack wheel. I forgot to raise it on the last trip of the year last hear and ground it down to a nice half-moon shape. I figure I'll just replace the whole jack with one that folds out of the way to keep that from happening again.
Trailer lights - I bought new lights on clearance last year, but have not installed on the trailer. Again, not vital but a "Nice to have"

 

[sbooy42]

Re: How far are you on your 'before launch projects'?

Havent even got it out of storage yet, and we are expecting a ft of snow tomorrow...booooo

New bimini top
Fix steering.. may need replacement
New controls
water separator
Ladder in front w/ dog attachment
Tune up engine
may need to rebuild carb
Fill in table mount holes in floor
Fix some some wiring

 

[ussoldier_1984]

Re: How far are you on your 'before launch projects'?

My list is long too. Haven't started anything yet cause my wedding is coming up next month

Clean and repaint outdrive
change outdrive oil and water pump
change engine oil
replace port side riser gasket (while winterizing drain plug broke off riser had it welded so need a new gasket)
Replace spark plugs
order and install ignition module
wash and wax hull
need to sand and paint trailer
trailer needs lights Broke one on a 1300 mile trip
want to put new carpet but not sure If I will get to that

 

[No-Worries]

Re: How far are you on your 'before launch projects'?

Okay,
My list is a bit long but I have knocked out a lot of it. I am redoing a 1989 ski sport inboard with a 351 indmar. http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=464828&p=3142952#post3142952
I still have to:
redo the carpet,
upholstery,
get new brackets for the speakers on the tower,
stain and water proof the teak wood,
redo the rubber trim around the boat,
drain the fuel tank,
launch the boat so that I can redo the trailer, sand and paint.

So far all of the registrations, complete paint of the exterior has been done.

 

[No-Worries]

Re: How far are you on your 'before launch projects'?

Oh I forgot a rather important factor which is to recarpet the trailer, and dewinterize.
No-worries

 

[dsiekman]

Re: How far are you on your 'before launch projects'?

Jumped into working on the dash while I'm waiting for parts for the drives...no not in over my head. It just looks that way.

 

[jeepnsam]

Re: How far are you on your 'before launch projects'?

good by 1995 glue down carpet and hello to Durabak and Snap in carpet. The snaps on the deck are curing with 3M 5200.... it's time to polish, wax and launch so I can install the new trailer bunks

 

[TJDave]

Re: How far are you on your 'before launch projects'?

Man some of you are lucky to be breaking the boat out already. Mine is still in storage mode in my backyard. But, all fluids were changed when it was winterized.
Should be dusting her off in the next few weeks.

Still to do:
Install Smart Tabs.
Upgrade stereo system.
Put battery back in. Its on a trickle charger and ready to go.
Wash and wax.
Grease trailer.

 

[jopes]

Re: How far are you on your 'before launch projects'?

alot.

install all tin and manifolds on new long block, set in boat and align it with the gimbal bearing
reconnect all accessories to engine
install 3 new batteries
wire up trolling motor
install fish finder
install new pump impeller kit in out drive and pressure test.
grease everything
fix a few wiring issues


recheck everything, add oils, start engine and break it in.

 

[Lion hunter]

Re: How far are you on your 'before launch projects'?

Just got 2010 project done so I can launch in 2011. I got a bit behind about 20 years ago.

 

[Blue2Green]

Re: How far are you on your 'before launch projects'?

My list also too long. I just picked up the boat for a complete refurb.

 

[Tahorover]

Re: How far are you on your 'before launch projects'?

The wet weather has me far behind my July 4th scheduled launch. Motor is getting close and the trailer is done. Stringers are next.

 

[hostage]

Re: How far are you on your 'before launch projects'?

Replace Skeg - Done
Restitch Vinyl - Done
Replace Impeller - In Progress
Replace Bellows - In Progress
Replace Shift Cable - In Progress
Replace Trim Limit - Waiting for Parts

I am wondering if I should work on the trailer and make it look pretty like some other guys here.

 

[lonesouth]

Re: How far are you on your 'before launch projects'?

Things completed since last season:
1. Install flush mount VHF
2. Install Garmin eTrex and connect to VHF
3. battery trickle charger
4. fix bimini support i broke last trip

Thing left to do:
1. Add keep-alive power to stereo
2. register for and setup MMSI number
3. put on new registration sticker
4. install fuel/water separator
5. test VHF radio
6. get spare keys made
7. pick up a respectable pair of ski/tube vests
8. reinstall bimini support

 

[basscat94]

Re: How far are you on your 'before launch projects'?

hmmm...lets see...
sand new glass on floor
finish rewiring boat
buy new trolling batteries
hook up new bilges and aerator pumps
find out whats wrong with trim guage
drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gas
new carpet on new floor
install fuel guage
water pump (probably)
im sure there's more, but thats all i can think of for now

 

[Pacoson71]

Re: How far are you on your 'before launch projects'?

1990 Centurion Falcon With Yammi 200 outboard

Impeller (2nd year I've owned it)
drain refill lower unit
2 trailer tires Also add a spare
New plugs
Check Wheel bearings

Done list
Add new speakers and radio
Stitch cover from damage over winter
Add plastic riser to keep the wooden seats off the wet floor.

 

[Sparke]

Re: How far are you on your 'before launch projects'?

Still waiting to get out of storage. Then the list will begin again.

 

[Black Snow Slide]

Re: How far are you on your 'before launch projects'?

New trailer bearings with races. Done.
New disk brakes and mounting brackets. Done.
New brake lines and bleed. Done.
New LED side marker and trail lights. Done.
Trailer registered. Done

New windless. Done.
New rode with 12 feet of chain. Done.
Cramper canvas and cockpit cover waterproof and fixed missing snaps. Done.
New canvas cover for the dingy. Done.
New cap, rotor, plugs, plug wires, thermostat, coolant, sacrificial antidotes, raw water propeller, tighten all clamps, and serpentine belt. Done.
Outdrive taken off, new gimple bearing, 2 U joints, shift cable,outdrive oil, and props balanced and installed. Done.
New head installed with all new hoses. Done.
All carpets down below shampooed. Done.

Things left: Wash, Buff, Wax, Polish all stainless, Canvas installed onto boat, restock kitchen, tools onboard, spare parts on board, Test drive and start a new list.