Replaceing deck and transom on 88 Mach 1

[zach103]

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

The pump looking thing looks to be your auto float switch.. if you bilge fills up with enough water that tilts back and flips your bilge pump on..

Also everything looks good so far. trust me its tedious taking all the wood out.. but youll get there.

 

[produceguy]

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

Btw,....That black motors lookin' pretty Mundane,...

No Lime Green, eh,..??

I'm a pretty simple guy but the green would have been a nice touch.

I did find this at the iboats store but theirs no pics.
Gimbal Housing Bolt Headnut (2) for Mercruiser # 55989T 9 (maybe)

 

[produceguy]

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

The pump looking thing looks to be your auto float switch.. if you bilge fills up with enough water that tilts back and flips your bilge pump on..

Also everything looks good so far. trust me its tedious taking all the wood out.. but youll get there.

Hey,alright, auto float switch pretty cool. Thank you.
I've got about 5 hours of work in the removel of the wood so far. Not to much left before the new one go's in. I think.

 

[Bondo]

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

I did find this at the iboats store but theirs no pics.
Gimbal Housing Bolt Headnut (2) for Mercruiser # 55989T 9 (maybe)

Ayuh,... I would think so, as the rest of 'em are Studs, 'n nuts...

 

[produceguy]

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

Did some more research and I think they are called anode bolts. They seem to be only avalible in a kit that runs about 50$.

 

[produceguy]

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

Will this work for my transom and to tab in the new deck?

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[zach103]

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

damn.. is there a marina near you that you can confirm that with.. before you pay the 50 for it..

 

[produceguy]

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

Anode Kits

These anode kits are complete with fasteners and gaskets where required.
Use Aluminum Anodes in salt water.
Use Magnesium Anodes in fresh water.
Zinc is no longer used.

You can also view our Anode Selection Chart.

Part Number Application Aluminum or Magnesium Price Buy Now
888755Q02 Fits 1984-90 MR & Alpha One Magnesium $66.80
888756Q02 Fits 1984-90 MR & Alpha One Aluminum $43.60
888755Q01 Fits 1991 and newer Alpha Gen II Magnesium $111.90
888756Q01 Fits 1991 and newer Alpha Gen II Aluminum $91.45
888757Q01 Fits 1988 and Newer Bravo One's Magnesium $92.90
888758Q01 Fits 1988 and Newer Bravo One's Aluminum $82.90
888760Q01 Fits 1988 Bravo II drives
(s/n 0B664190 and up)
Fits 1995-2002 Bravo III drives
(s/n 0F345868-0M179451) Magnesium $81.00
888761Q01 Fits 1988 Bravo II drives
(s/n 0B664190 and up)
Fits 1995-2002 Bravo III drives
(s/n 0F345868-0M179451) Aluminum $58.05
888760Q02 Fits 2003 and newer Bravo III
(s/n 0M179452 and up) Magnesium $106.30
888761Q02 Fits 2003 and newer Bravo III
(s/n 0M179452 and up) Aluminum $81.00

That's a good ideal. Wish I would of thought of that before I ordered them. We will see what shows up.

 

[produceguy]

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

Any advice on that mat guys? I'd really appreciate it.

 

[Bondo]

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

Any advice on that mat guys? I'd really appreciate it.

Ayuh,... It'll work, it's just ungodly Expensive in lttle baggies like that...

In-bulk from a glass suppiler is Waaaaaaay Cheaper...

 

[superpop]

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

Looks like your bringing this one back from grim death. Hate to say it but your risers look like they are shot. I would plan plan on replacing both the manifolds and risers as it looks like they are about the same vintage, not something you want to gamble with. I would also recommend replacing all seals and gaskets on the motor while it is out. Cheap insurance against an oil leak. You do not want oil leaks in a boat, especially after you get done replacing the entire sub floor and floor. The last thing you want is oily water traveling through all the drain holes and into your ski locker etc and generally just making a big mess.

 

[produceguy]

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

Ayuh,... It'll work, it's just ungodly Expensive in lttle baggies like that...

In-bulk from a glass suppiler is Waaaaaaay Cheaper...

Thanks Bond but I think I might go with it because I can pick it up at the auto zone down the street and don't have to worry about ordering to much or not enough.
Just hope my funds holds up.

 

[produceguy]

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

Looks like your bringing this one back from grim death.

Yup. I bought it knowing nothing about a boat and I also had to talk the wife into it so I have to fix it and make it safe for the fam.
When I'm done, their won't be anything on this boat I don't know or how it works (thanks to you guys)and I hope in the near future we can actually enjoy the darn thing.
A little history on the boat. She was sank in 99 and the po spent over 10k just in the motor in the first 4 years he owned it. He didn't do any of the work on it thou ,he took it to the boat shop just to change oil. The entire motor was rebuilt in 00. With the $ he put in this boat he probably could have purchased a darn nice one.
The first time I took her out we almost had a fire do to poor eletric work. Went to the father-in-laws the next day and he said {I heard you bought a red hot smokin boat} so hence the name.
Alright I'll quit rambling.
I like the style and it has enough room for us so I'll take good care of it.

 

[superpop]

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

If the PO told you he spent 10K on the motor then he was either lying or he got bent over hard. Risers and manis look original as does most of the other parts of the motor. You can buy a whole new motor with everything on it for around 4 grand. Not to sound negative but did you get receipts for 10K from the PO. Just looking at the pics, it would appear that the boat was severely neglected, and if it was submerged at some point I would also be looking hard at all electrics including gauges and lights. The important thing, is if you like it, then fix it up and enjoy, but I would guess it is going to take around 2K in parts to get it right with you doing all the labor, and that assumes you only have to replace the Manis and risers to make the engine right.

 

[produceguy]

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

Yes I do have a book of receipts the guy gave me and I wish I had a pic of the boat when I brought her home,severely neglected+2.
I've redone all the eletric work and everthing works and all wires are sealed.So i'm good there.I'll see about the risers and the manis and yes I do want it right.
Thanks

 

[produceguy]

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

Got a day off work, so I played a little.

 

[produceguy]

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

I,ll let her dry for a couple days then glass it in.

 

[produceguy]

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

I did a little grinding for the deck and I started thinking of adding a live well. It looks simple enough to do and I have the space for it so why not even already have a thru hull fitting that went to the sink for the drain. I think I will.

 

[sqbtr]

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

You mentioned the motor mount bolts were loose, did you check the eng mount stringer for rot?

 

[produceguy]

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

Re: Replaceing deck on 88 Mack 1

You mentioned the motor mount bolts were loose, did you check the eng mount stringer for rot?

NO, I think they just needed to be tightend up. I should drill it and check to make sure. Thanks