Re: Initiated Phase one of "Project Skanky Beast"
I am going to convert this 1970 16.5ft Silverline Corono tri-hull runabout to a center console. I got it dirt cheap, but as such it needs work. I suspect that there is rot in the floor, because someone layed 3/4 ply on top and nailed it in. It may be a minor thing, but I have prepared myself mentally for a complete refloor with new foam if the old stuff is saturated or even has any. I was originally going to just set it up again how it was, with back-to-back seats and all that, but I fish, and have always wanted a center console, and I think this will work. The current consoles will be removed, and reinforcment will be glassed in to maintain strength. I will leave the bow seating as-is, and will probably build a mold and hand glass the center console and the seat base. I could buy a console, and I still may, but if I glass my own, it can be exactly the way I want it. I will also prep and paint it white, and the trailer will get a complete rebuild, as well as a new impeller for the Merc for peace of mind. It should be a rockin' little boat, with that 125 horse Merc on it, it goes over 40 right now (gps). <br /><br />
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