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I’ve been watching a similar boat for sale on Facebook Marketplace. It apparently has a unique history. Your friend found a gem.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/581383732508526/
Seller’s description:
“Rare SportCraft mini-boat. You can try and google these, but you'll only see one or two pictures of these existing. The CEO of the company who asked for this to be made for his personal boating pleasure (so I'm told). His buds thought it was fantastic and wanted one, so he had a few more made. I think only 3-4 ever made. It's only 9ft long. Has great details to it. Fiberglass boat made like the big boats, only it's small. Can hold 350lbs + engine. Steering and lights work. All original! even the stripping is original (hard to find that for sure). Look at the details of this boat in the provided pictures. Original trailer made specifically for this boat only. Very unusual and turns heads every time I'm on the water, ladies and gentlemen come over to look every time. Clear boat title. Motor is a new Nissan 3.5hp motor, works good. If you don't want the Nissan motor and instead will provide your own, I'll take $900 off the price.”
8 Guage is plenty heavy enough. I run two batteries, If one dies I have a fresh one to get back on. I used anderson connectors at both ends. I ran two sets of wires and bolted two of them to the transom. I just plug the motor in there.
I have one set on each battery, I can unplug them and take the batteries out.
I use something Like This but the one I have looks a little different. I also use ammo cans and have a few milk crates full of parts, filters and a bunch of stuff for emergency leak repairs and hoses to repair broken or leaking hoses. My boat is over 45 years old so I need a bit more to keep her going.
Do you have a zinc fin behind the prop on top of the cavitation plate, like this?
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you turn that a bit to counter act on the prop rotation so it will track straight.
I just went through that with my boat on a double wide captains seat that was one of those that folded down into a lounge. Upholstery shops get 180$ an hour here and when I showed them the pictures they wouldn't touch it because, they didn't want to do the carpentry work.
I used 3/4" marine grade plywood but, that was before wood doubled in price, I think then a sheet was $100. But that stuff is cross laminated and given a coat of epoxy will outlive you and the boat. My vinyl was in good shape though so, after rebuilding the frame I was left with the task of removing the staples and transferring the foam over. Foam is expensive now save it if you can. As for replacing vinyl, good luck my local fabric store didn't have it but I scored a decent size piece in the general color of what I wanted at a local upholstery store. A lot of upholsterers don't want to mess with boat stuff/vinyl because as I was told "if you put one wrong hole in a vinyl piece the whole thing is ruined" fabric is way more forgiving.
I used this staple gun and it worked like a charm and was cheap to re-assemble
In the ad for your conroller it says it will have a “low voltage anomaly” at 9.5v so thats what the flashing batter means ALLPOWERS 20A Solar Charger Controller Solar Panel Battery Intelligent Regulator with USB Port Display 12V/24V https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MU0WMGT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_JP56JNT9WGFANA7X8RXM?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Looks like THESE. Verify that they fit your drive. Also, there's going to be some sort of fluid bleeding required, similar to brake lines. You don't want any air in those.
I just ordered this because the reviews seemed good and it will fit into the same spot my broken radio sits . Wireless Bluetooth Marine Audio Stereo-Kit w/ Single DIN Universal Size Radio Receiver,Hands-Free Calling, 6.5' Waterproof Speakers,CD Player,MP3/USB/SD Readers & AM/FM Radio-Pyle PLCDBT95MRB,BLACK https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MA3F8EP/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_TKK03P5ENV81VNNHR24J
I've got a 1999 Sea Ray. I can't guarantee they'll be the same, but my gauge cluster had T10 bulbs in these little 1/4 turn plastic holders. You'll need to pull one out to verify first since yours is so much older and it might be different.
This is what I bought to replace them, worked great.
It's called a Fid. The tool you use for splicing this kind of rope to itself.
Hey...anyone with a boat, I need you help desperately. I have a small startup and quite frankly...no one to turn to for help.
I could really use your help. If you can spare two minutes to share a couple of insights I would really appreciate it. (I'm trying to find out the hardest parts about owning a boat so I can create something to alleviate that.
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Hey...anyone with a boat, I need you help desperately. I have a small startup and quite frankly...no one to turn to for help.
I could really use your help. If you can spare two minutes to share a couple of insights I would really appreciate it. (I'm trying to find out the hardest parts about owning a boat so I can create something to alleviate that.
Please click below: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/RC3NNDF
I would highly recommend a tiller pilot. totally change my trips. allowed me to single hand too.
I had the TP10, https://www.amazon.com/Simrad-TP10-Boating-Electrical-Equipment/dp/B000SMVHSY
I think other models can be integrated with a chartplotter.
I would just use 4200, 5200, or LifeCaulk to bed the new eye and fill the other hole if you get one with one bolt
Or you could do a fiberglass patch, but I just use goop when it's just a hole. Even silicone might work fine.
Sony DXS-M5511BT Marine Digital Media Receiver with Bluetooth and 6.5 inch dual cone speakers (White) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06W55DWTH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_P0SP0HBYAAFFFH6ABT3K
I put this in my boat last season and it sounds pretty good.
I replaced the steering wheel in my boat when I rebuilt the boat. It is a 17 ft Monarch modified Jon Boat.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002UENQU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I think it is a normal looking wheel.
Amazon has a paddle boat. Though I am not sure why you would want a paddle boat. A small plastic or inflatable boat with a trolling motor will you much more enjoyment.
If they are not labeled, who knows. Wiring diagram I dont think will help much, older boats tend to have people changing things all around. Unless you mean a wiring diagram for the motor?
Get a fuse block and start labeling everything and make things neat! https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001P6FTHC/
I just bought this stuff. Worked great on my sunbrella which got mildew and green shit growing on it
Iosso Mold and Mildew Cleaner, 12-Ounce https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002AR5G6Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_dMaIHxJSmGYx6
That battery should do a nice job for you. I have had good luck with the EverStart batteries for the last 13 years or so. If it was me, I would get the more powerful of the two that you listed (2/8/15 amp) so that you can recharge relatively quickly between runs. But I would not leave the battery connected to the big charger after it has finished charging the battery. I don't know about that model specifically, but those types of larger "smart" chargers are notorious for overcharging and ruining deep cycle batteries. For long term maintenance and keeping the battery in peak condition between uses, I love my Battery Tender Jr.. I have been using it for about 10 years, and it keeps my batteries in top notch condition. Good luck with your boat!
Hobby machinist here-I often work with aluminum. If they're not deep try using " Keeper's Friend" and some Scotch Brite pads. It'll make her shine with less effort than other methods.