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Thanks to all for twin 140 on 83 23 CC responses. If I may, I will elaborate on what I am doing on my restoration: We removed all access deck, console, tower, leaning post, wiring, motors, etc. Next we cut out soft decks and replaced. Fared all non plumb or scuffed surfaces inside and out. Removed fuel tank and resealed for future leaks. Removed old rub rail and replaced with solid aluminum with ss trim. Repainted exterior custom color which we had Awlgrip match. Removed in deck live well and replaced with new on deck under leaning post. Filled in all old thru holes with fiberglass and replaced with all new SS including scuppers. Filled in interior scupper through on deck to gain 3/4" in height. New fabric on tuna tower and new cushions on front bench and leaning post. New continuous puddings around interior covering boards. All new navigation chart plotter thru hull sounder, bildge pumps, washeadown, nav lights, new SS cleats, hosel hole for stern tie up, new decks with non skid, new main fuel line with grounding, etc, etc.., etc. Now it is time to repower. In the classic sense of the boat I do not want to put on a bracket , but I will if it improves safety or performance. Safety is key...