Checkmate Factory Restorations

[Kip Combs]

Just wanted to let everyone know......that we are expanding the amount of restorations we do here at the factory. Everything from..complete interiors,re-gel,sanding/buffing,instrumention.....new carpet.Even complete strip downs. I know alot of you guys like doing this stuff yourself but some would rather have someone else do it and who better to do it than the same people that made it in the first place....right! If anyone is intested ...contact me at checkmate@cybrtown.com or 419-562-3881 Kip Combs.If we get a bunch of inquiries about these they will be done on a first come first serve basis.....winter is obviously the best time to get it done!

[Eriktheviking]

Thats GREAT!! I'd love to see some before and after shots. :thumb:

[Chris]

Awesome! :thumb:

[Kip Combs]

I'll definatly do that .....matter of fact i'll send a picture of a 78 Eluder we just redid to Chris to post....I don't have before shots but after....we completely stripped this boat, recarpeted,resprayed the clear gel, and put new upholstery.

[Chris]

And here they are. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/thumb.gif

http://www.checkmate-boats.com/images/factorypics/Res78eluder.jpg

[Chris]

http://www.checkmate-boats.com/images/factorypics/Res78eluder2.jpg

[JW]

That's great! Are you going to tackle big projects like transom replacements too?

Checkmates owned: 1995 Pulsare 2100BR/1995 Mercury Promax 225 2.5 EFI. 1995 Persuader 183/4.3 LX V6. 1992 Pulse 171/1992 Mercury XR6 150 hp 2.5 liter.

[175checkmate]

Great, now you tell me. I guess I'll just have to finish it my self.

[Giddy Up!]

My buddy and I took his 251 Convincor down there last year. They replaced the carpet and upholstry. Looks awesome and it didn't cost an arm and a leg. Besides it is a good reason to go check out the factory. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[Alex]

I just picked up a 1993 Checkmate Convincor 253.
It could use some cockpit interior work. Bench seat and back and rear back corners of engine hatch need some replacement. Need new snap in floor carpet. Bolster seats in good shape. Mike said you were just about out of that years white vinyl? I live in Sheboygan, WI How busy are you and what cost range am I looking at? I could send pics of problems areas.... Thanks...Alex Ph: 920-457-6117

[Kip Combs]

Alex.....Mike can get you pricing, lead time, etc.@ 419-562-3881.

[Jim Otto]

That is awesome that you guys are doing that!
Seeing a 70's boat that looks brand new like that is very cool!

[xskid]

its nice to hear checkmate will restore your old mate, but my 85 predictor is still mint. my mate runs 67 on radar with box stock merc 115, set-up and prop is the key.

[xskid]

i live in pa., i would like to know if there is any checkmate gatherings within 12 hour drive.

[175checkmate]

Welcome xskid,
How about some details of your boat? What is the secret prop?

[MrWick]

I have an 85 Predictor with an 85 Merc 115hp inline 6 and the best I have gotten out of it is 50mph.How about some pics of the boat and the secret to the 67mph in case I want to get really brave some day.

[85Predictor]

xskid,
I'm with MrWick. How about some pics and setup tips. I too have an '85 Predictor w/115 Merc.
Got 46 mph (GPS) with a 19P aluminum. Found a crack on one of the blades.
Will be putting on a Michigan Wheel Turbo
13 1/4 X 22 stainless this Summer.

Thanks!

[xskid]

i dont have a way to give you guys pics yet, but the best setup i found is 4in. back and around 4 1/2in. up, as for prop, i run one of the finest props ever made by anyone,...the merc small chopper.

[pat]

Originally posted by Chris:
http://www.checkmate-boats.com/images/factorypics/Res78eluder2.jpg
:)

[CJT]

I have been thinking about this factory resto for about a year or so.I wnt to do my entire boat.But I just bought a 300x so I'll have to wait.Glad to know it can be done.

[jrumon]

Kip...are you guys doing any gel-coat re-do's??? I have a buddy with a 20 Enchanter that the clear is shot (it's over blue metalflake). Do you guys get involved in anything like this???

It would be a fall/winter project and the boat would be fully stripped of everything first. Jim.

[Kip Combs]

:thumb: yes we do......the Eluder in the begining of this thread was sprayed here.The clear was shot on it also!

[Leedo Lanes]

HEy Kip,

What is a ballpark price for something like that??