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Forum: Recovered Threads 11-01-2022, 05:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 171
Posted By wattaway2
The S. Fla. Building codes are some of the...

The S. Fla. Building codes are some of the tuffest in the country. Calf. With there earth quakes are more stringent. If they do follow the codes it does make for a strong building . I know we all...
Forum: Recovered Threads 09-15-2022, 03:30 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 279
Posted By wattaway2
My observations on the 4blade prop are inline...

My observations on the 4blade prop are inline with Kmouse’s. Lost a couple mph but gained in lift and sea keeping. I also was able to raise the engine up all the way . In your picture is the motor...
Forum: Recovered Threads 09-15-2022, 03:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 145
Posted By wattaway2
My ‘73 I/o CC had 2-50gl tanks

My ‘73 I/o CC had 2-50gl tanks
Forum: Recovered Threads 09-10-2022, 11:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 113
Posted By wattaway2
Found this picture of the access hatch I made to...

Found this picture of the access hatch I made to help getting the 1 1/2” hose in . I also put a couple layers of wax paper into the 90 degree area to help the hose slide around the inside curve. Soap...
Forum: Recovered Threads 09-09-2022, 08:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 113
Posted By wattaway2
I hope replacing that 1 1/2” hose was easy! ?...

I hope replacing that 1 1/2” hose was easy! ? Only done a couple and each was a bitch.
Forum: Recovered Threads 08-25-2022, 10:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 94
Posted By wattaway2
I have a 73 cc that was an I/O. That transom...

I have a 73 cc that was an I/O. That transom looks just like mine with the arch to it.most guys don’t do the arch if it was an o/b as it’s a lot easier to make it flat across the back than doing all...
Forum: Recovered Threads 08-25-2022, 09:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 80
Posted By wattaway2
Would tend to agree with your assessment Stric....

Would tend to agree with your assessment Stric. He has it mounted really low - noe the chances of getting him to move it up………..
Forum: Recovered Threads 08-23-2022, 11:33 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 311
Posted By wattaway2
Did you get email I sent to Todd’s lures?

Did you get email I sent to Todd’s lures?
Forum: Recovered Threads 08-22-2022, 05:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 143
Posted By wattaway2
Stephan— might want to take a look at...

Stephan— might want to take a look at montyracing.com they do some incredible work with the big Evinrude and there not far from you .anything from stock to ultra wild
Forum: Recovered Threads 08-22-2022, 05:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 80
Posted By wattaway2
Yes pretty much. I picked up a used double engine...

Yes pretty much. I picked up a used double engine bracket for the extra flotation then got with Stainless marine about the install . They gave me measurements that allowed for some latitude in...
Forum: Recovered Threads 08-18-2022, 10:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 80
Posted By wattaway2
Would agree in the most part as when he is on...

Would agree in the most part as when he is on plane it is greatly reduced but still there until he is really flying 38 mph or higher before the transom wash clears the pod. Starting to wonder if the...
Forum: Recovered Threads 08-18-2022, 10:24 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 80
Posted By wattaway2
Bracket shape

Had an interesting conversation withe a buddy that just redid a 21 Mako about flat bottom vs V bottom brackets. My 23 has a flat bottom Stainless marine bracket and his is a custom V bracket. He...
Forum: Recovered Threads 08-04-2022, 11:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 87
Posted By wattaway2
We used to get light poles powder coated but...

We used to get light poles powder coated but really prefer painting as once the powder coating gets chipped and it always seamed to happen touch up sucked ! Paint always came out and lasted better .
Forum: Recovered Threads 08-04-2022, 11:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 203
Posted By wattaway2
Try calling or email I used one for a 25’ cc due...

Try calling or email I used one for a 25’ cc due to the bracket a bit big? But covers the motor and the winch protecting it from the intense sun.just looked they have 4 grades of covers for22-25’ I/o...
Forum: Recovered Threads 08-03-2022, 10:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 203
Posted By wattaway2
I’ve had good luck with Budge boat covers . They...

I’ve had good luck with Budge boat covers . They have many universal styles. Reasonable priced and also available thru Amazon
Forum: Recovered Threads 07-09-2022, 09:56 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 57
Posted By wattaway2
Gravity does work in mysterious ways— make sure...

Gravity does work in mysterious ways— make sure it doesn’t run up hill it will trap water in the belly otherwise as long as it is running down hill it will drain
Forum: Recovered Threads 07-05-2022, 09:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 131
Posted By wattaway2
I cut strips of starboard and 5200 them under my...

I cut strips of starboard and 5200 them under my tank was afraid to go with something that might absorb water against the tank
Forum: Recovered Threads 07-03-2022, 06:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 100
Posted By wattaway2
Looks like a perfect place to use those aluminum...

Looks like a perfect place to use those aluminum (brazing) welding rod and a propane torch to do the corners no strength issues to worry about. I’ve used them on a couple none structural projects...
Forum: Recovered Threads 06-30-2022, 08:50 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 28
Posted By wattaway2
Digging swales

Well the city of Ft Lauderdale is spending money digging our swales for drainage to prevent flooding . It would be nice if they did it in areas that do flood. Right now there taking the 10’ wide...
Forum: Recovered Threads 06-18-2022, 12:12 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 406
Posted By wattaway2
FWIW I’m not a pro at painting or Gelcoat but...

FWIW
I’m not a pro at painting or Gelcoat but have managed to get thru a few projects .In doing so I found a lil trick that has helped me in sanding out a run or two .I have a bad habit of not only...
Forum: Recovered Threads 06-18-2022, 12:00 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 41
Posted By wattaway2
The original 20’ is a great lil boat extremely...

The original 20’ is a great lil boat extremely capable .
The 23’ was a upgrade to it allowing for more space and cargo with more freeboard and with it heavier seakeeping.
There are two 21’
The...
Forum: Recovered Threads 06-12-2022, 12:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 149
Posted By wattaway2
Great looking boat

Great looking boat
Forum: Recovered Threads 06-08-2022, 05:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 141
Posted By wattaway2
Condolences to you ,his family and other friends.

Condolences to you ,his family and other friends.
Forum: Recovered Threads 06-04-2022, 08:04 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 5,448
Posted By wattaway2
Hey X nice progress glad to here your feeling...

Hey X nice progress glad to here your feeling better! Had the chart/sonar overhead on my 20’ for a while and did not like it. Relocated it to the Cc and found it much better there , now for the VHF...
Forum: Recovered Threads 06-01-2022, 07:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 79
Posted By wattaway2
That will shift the center even further back (...

That will shift the center even further back ( more of a lever) so get the largest tub you can (think twin engine type)and full swim platform as it will also help spread the load across the whole...
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