77 23' Savage

[peterb]

Bryan,

Great to see. Why don't you give us a list of the projects that you will be taking on?

Peter

[bdolnik]

I'd like to do only what is necessary to just be able to use it for awhile and figure out what I like and don't like before making any major changes, so this first list satisfies that goal. Afterwards I'll look at paint, possible console replacement and T-top.

• Replace motor - It's got a PMC (Pleasurcraft) motor in it now which is the original motor I've been told. It has not been run in 5 years, and when it was running last the carb was leaking fuel into the bilge and on the motor. Mechanic pulled the plugs and said they were rusted, so motor probably not worth pulling apart. Looking at this Crusader for about $7000.
• Restore and repair gelcoat on hull. Lot of little dings and things that need repair. May also get quotes on wet sanding it.
• Remove all the old electronics and crappy old speakers, and plug holes somehow.
• Find the bilge pumps!
• Bottom Paint

Let me know what ya'll think, I'm open to everyone's suggestions.

[Islandtrader]

Regarding the motor. There is a possibility of saving some $$ on a new motor. If the extras that hang off the motor are good, then you can buy a long block. Also before buying a motor make sure the transmission is good. Rebuild the tranny before buying a new one (very expensive). If buying a new inboard at least get one that is fresh water cooled. If your old PCM is FWC save the tanks and have them boiled out. New ones are at least $500. Any thing that is good on the motor that you do not use or want put on ebay.

Have fun