Bdusted440's 20' checkmate

[illMATTic]

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2446842923&category=31271

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I live near this boat,anyone interested i could check it out for them! Think SUMMER http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_cool.gif

[Hot H2O]

What model do you think it is from the pictures????

[bdusted440]

Hey if you will go check it out i'd apriciate it. If its in the shape they say I'll do the buy it now.The only thing bad about it is the omc drive but that can be changed.Let me know.Thanks

[BUKKAKIBLASTER]

E-mailed for directions,i will let u know

[illMATTic]

my buddie said he saw that same boat on ebay a while ago and it had damage on the right side. and if you notice there or no pics of that side.

I'll tell her you said hi.

[bdusted440]

Thanks :thumb: Let me know I want to go up sat and get it if it checks out.

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[175checkmate]

bdusted, that would be a great project. A cracked block, dig a hole for the GM motor and install a 440 and rock.

[Chris]

I didn't know GM makes a 440.... http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

[Chris]

I checked out the listing....

It appears to be an Ambassador.

[BUKKAKIBLASTER]

Guy e mailed me directions,going to check out tonite.I will let u know.

[bdusted440]

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Thanks BB if it looks good to you I'm all ready to go get it. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/devil.gif

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[bdusted440]

Chris it appears to be an ambasitor and a 84 model year. Maybe kip could help with this?
I'll have to post the restification of it if I do get it. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/bounce.gif

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440 bravo one Hmmmm http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/jpshakehead.gif http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/devil.gif

[bdusted440]

I almost forgot I called the guy and told him I'd be up sat and got the skinny on it .

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[Chris]

Good luck bd.

Try not to let your excitement get the best of ya. Let us know how you make out. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

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[BUKKAKIBLASTER]

Went to look at last nite,faded but looks like pretty decent boat.Floor seemed solid & trailer needs help.Cheaper the better would be nice.Looks ok. He did email me saying someone coming sat.so i should hurry. Good Luck!

[bdusted440]

The guy coming sat is me. And I talked him down to 1200. Is the trailer solid enough to make a 4 hour trip? How was the driver side of the boat? I think with a good buff job and refinishing the wood and interior it should do fine for a while. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/xxrotflmao.gif

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[Chris]

1200 sounds good to me.

Hell it's the price of Gas for a few months!

Take a grease gun with you if you can, and grease those bearings before you start the drive. A spare tire would be ideal too! If you can, takes lots of pics, and we'll do a little story thread, and as you clean her up we'll post the pics.

That is.....if you get it. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

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[bdusted440]

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[175checkmate]

Bdusted, good luck on the trip. If its in half the shape for $1200. You stole it.

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[bdusted440]

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Hey kip can I still get a interior for it?

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[175checkmate]

Details brother, we need details.
Pictures too. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/bounce.gif

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[JW]

Congrats!! Have fun, looks like a great project boat!!

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[bdusted440]

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[Bruce]

Another successfull Road Trip - I'm glad it worked out for you !!!

We are some crazy bunch, my wife thought I was nuts when I drove 23 or so hours to get mine.

Never Worry Never Fear, Checkmate Owners are Always Near !!

Bruce

[Chris]

Awesome!

bd, give Mike a call and give him the Vin number. He can tell you what the correct colors of the interior should be. I'm 99% sure they can recreate the interior for you.

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[bdusted440]

Post me his number if you would this is the boss's big thing a nice interior.For me its speed. The trimate is now just for me and the ambasador is for the family. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/devil.gif http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/devil.gif http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/devil.gif

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[Chris]

The number is 1-419-562-3881

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[illMATTic]

was the damage on the side very bad?

I'll tell her you said hi.

[markmdz]

any pics yet? Welcome to the Ambassador club. Not a very common boat, but lot's o' fun! Glad to hear you kept this one from the boat-junkyard. Pics, Pics, Pics!!!!!

19'7" '87 Checkmate Ambassador - Blue on White.

[bdusted440]

should have some this weakend http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/thumb.gif

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[bdusted440]

http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gifWell the engine runs good the drive works.
power steering works
hull good one scratch on driver side. easy fix
interior shot
will buff out nice
gages work
lights need help
hardware needs help
trailer good but needs new wood for steps
driver seat floor has been replaced
needs new carpet
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[175checkmate]

Very nice, the deal is sounding better and better all the time.

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[bdusted440]

http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_cool.gif Got pics there at the photo lab being transfered to disk so I can post them.Got ahold of mike working on getting the interior.I now have serious cabin fever.Come on spring http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

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[Chris]

bd,

I'm going to move this thread over to Play to Win where we can keep it going as your new project progresses! http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

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[bdusted440]

http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/thumb.gifThanks chris. Oh and thanks BB for checking it out for me. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/thumb.gif Started buffing it out today the silver looks great with just the fast action compound.I cant wait to see it after the whole process.I'm using race glaze compounds on it . It's a three step process bill taught me. Worked great on the trimate and is working extreemly well on this project.The black has come back and it is usually the hardest color to buff out as it absorbs all the sun light it gets and bake's dry but it shines nice and will look like new.Does anybody know how to refinish teak wood? Or have any info on omc stringer drives? Mine say's hi-perf on it.Any ideas? Well I'll be working on it all day christmas eve and I'll take some more pics.I'll get these pics up as soon as posible. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif CHECKMATE'S RULE http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

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[BUKKAKIBLASTER]

Glad u got it! Good luck on the project! THINK SUMMER http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_cool.gif

[175checkmate]

When you get ready to do the teak wood let me know. I can help.

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[bdusted440]

Thanks gus.http://ygpmail.aol.com/dig/ygpiframe.adp?url=http%3a%2f%2fpak02%2epictures%2e aol%2ecom%2fNASApp%2fygp%2fjsp%2faol%2fshare%2fweb mail%2fAlbumView%2ejsp%3ffilmId%3dINKjyG6wXH9Nx2rP ABXU0%252ftyaqiCq3F4VhnfgV4l6es%253d%26screenName% 3dwQZrAz4ZHVKsclG7KHJHRQ%253d%253d%26info%3detR09r tq00yw2tSc9x%252bnF9hc2BE%253d&info=7LOJLZogJex2I5PgVyibopGZ14E%3d

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[bdusted440]

http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif Talked to mike combs yesterday and gave him the vin he's going to get me all new skins for her and some gel and fleck to fix a few spots.
Working on getting the bilge pumps and lights working today. I sent chris pics so they should be up soon. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/thumb.gifI need to find a set of removable coolers that are missing and if anybody could send me pics of the back seat and the wood it would be a great help as mine has been replaced and does not open very well.
well thats all for now CHECKMATE'S RULE http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_cool.gif

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[Chris]

Here are the pics.

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[175checkmate]

You are quick Chris, I was just getting ready to post those.
Good looking boat. Just needs some TLC.

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[bdusted440]

Thanks chris . Some of the pics must not have transfered in the email well. oh well. thanks again. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/thumb.gif

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[Chris]

That's a lot of boat for the money. Sure it needs work, but once the work is done, it will be a steal.

And besides....it came with a free battery charger! http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

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[bdusted440]

http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/brickwall.gif Well installed all new lights and wiring on the trailer today http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/brickwall.gifGot the boat lights un cobbled.Now just need a new switch. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/Eyecrazy.gif
I went and got aluminum diamend plate for the steps.It will look nice when done.
Next is fixing the bunk mounts.Come to find out 300 miles later all the brackets that hold the bunks to the frame brakets are broken http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/jpshakehead.gif
I'll weld them up tommarow and fix the safty chaines.Then its to the teak on the boat then the interior.Once the interior is out I can completely buff her out and seal her.Well thats all I have acomplished today. CHECKMATES RULE http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

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[175checkmate]

Here is the teak how to.
1, remove it if you can. Not needed but it makes it easy.
2, Sand all the old stuff of, you need to be down to bare wood
3, Get some miniral Spirit’s and spar varnish
4, For the 1st coat you will want to mix the varnish and the miniral spirit's at a 75/25 mix, 25% varnish coat the wood. this will allow the varnish to soak into the wood. do this step twice.
5, next about a 50/50 mix and coat.
6, Light sand between each coat. This will remove any imperfection, IE drips or runs.
7, After the 50/50 is layed down and sanded with 400 grit start applying the spar varnish. Be sure to sand between coats to remove any runs or bubbles.
It takes about 3 light coats and the part will look like glass.
If you want a more toned down finish, you can stop at any point after the 2 coats of 75/25.
Good luck.
There is other stuff on the market for teak, but I have found few that work well. Most will look good for a bit but don't last.
We reconditioned all the teak on my dads sail boat. We used to above and came out real nice. There was some that we did not what the shine and stopped after the 1st few coats. Then there where some we made like glass. That was 5 years ago and it still looks good.

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[Chris]

Here are some pics bd sent me. Look at the boat now! http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/thumb.gif

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[bdusted440]

http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif wELL GOT A LOT OF BUFFING DONE AND FIXED ALL THE LIGHTS, BILGE PUMP AND BLOWER. IT WAS 50 F TODAY SO I GAVE HER IT'S FIRST WATER TRIAL. SHE RUNS PERFECT.ONLY HAD ONE PROBLEM.I COULDNT TURN LEFT.I COULDNT CHECK IT ON THE TRAILER AS THE DRIVE TOUCHES THE GROUND WHEN IN THE DOWN POSITION.TURN OUT THE OUTDRIVE HAD SOME LOOSE MOUNTING BOLTS THAT ALLOWED THE STEERING GEAR TO SKIP.WELL I RECENTERED THE STEERING AND BOLTED UP THE DRIVE CORRECTLY AND TOURQED THE DRIVE BOLTS DOWN.THEN ME AND MY BUDDY TOOK IT BACK OUT.EVERYTHINGS ALRIGHT NOW.I TOOK IT EASY ON HER AS IT HASNT BEEN RUN IN A FEW YEARS.TOOK IT UP TO 40 MPH AT ABOUT 3500 RMP.MADE SHURE ALL THE GAGES LOOKED GOOD AND THEN LOADED HER UP.ON TO THE INTERIOR AND THE TEAK.WELL THATS ALL FOR NOW.OH YEA THOSE CRACKS IN THE BLOCK DONT LEAK WATER AT ALL AND WE WERE OUT 20 MIN OR SO. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/thumb.gifCHECKMATES RULE http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/devil.gif

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[bdusted440]

http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/lol.gif ALOMOST FORGOT YES IT IS VERY UNUSUAL TO BE ON THE WATER AROUND HERE ON DEC 28.NORMALLY THE WATER IS FROZE A FOOT THICK AND THERE IS A FOOT OF SNOW ON THE GROUND. BUT I'LL TAKE WHAT I CAN GET. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/thumb.gif

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[Bruce]

Looks Great !!, glad to see and hear things are working out. As you suggested, the weather is amazing, we should be playing "Pond Hockey" by now on the lakes and ponds up here in the North East.

[bdusted440]

http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_confused.gif Hey does anybody know about how much speed I can squeeze out of this ambasador?
Anybody have any thoughts on silent chioce.Is it posible to put it on my mate. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_razz.gif It's way to quiet. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif
Thanks for the info gus.sanding teak now but I have alot to sand.I'll send pics both before and after so you can see how it turns out.CHECKMATES RULE http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/devil.gif

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[175checkmate]

Congrats on getting the boat underway. Very cool, she cleaned up real nice.

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[bdusted440]

http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gifThanks gus I still have a long way to go but now I can see light at the end of the tunel.
Now comes the expensive stuff.The pace will slow down now. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_frown.gif But I know what I have to work with and I like what I see.Good thing the motor and controls are all mounted on the trimate or it would be sitting a while. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

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[Chris]

Here are some pics of the teak.

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http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_confused.gifHey gus where can I get that spar varnish.I cant get it at my local marina's. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_razz.gif

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[Chris]

Go to a paint store bd.

I sell it in my store.

See if there is an ICI Paint store or even a Glidden store near you. They will probably sell a spar varnish. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

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[175checkmate]

Yea, most places that carry paint and stain carry the varnish. Good luck. The teak looks to be in good shape.

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1975 Checkmate Tri-mate 2, 2.4 200+ / Sky jacker 6" plate / 25p Laser 2 prop, Currently the boat is undergoing overhaul.

[bdusted440]

http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/brickwall.gif The teak isnt to bad but after sanding you can still tell it's aged. It should look good when done. The swim platform is the worst.
I have the swim platform teak sanded and the first two steps done .Waiting for it to dry to put the spar varnish on and sand.I'll post pics when these pieces are done. http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

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[175checkmate]

Good to hear. The wood soak's it up nice.

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1975 Checkmate Tri-mate 2, 2.4 200+ / Sky jacker 6" plate / 25p Laser 2 prop, Currently the boat is undergoing overhaul.

[bdusted440]

http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif Yes it does but I did something the last person didnt. I sealed the back of the teak too.I hope this makes it last longer. http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

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84 ambasador v8 i/o project

[bdusted440]

http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif Glad to see the thred back. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/thumb.gif http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/thumb.gif http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/thumb.gif

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84 ambasador v8 i/o project

[Chris]

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[bdusted440]

The first pic of the teak is the finished product the second pic is after the 50/50 coats.
It came out very nice.Now i'm doing the side steps and the cabnet's.Spring is only two months away.CHECKMATE'S RULE http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/devil.gif

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[bdusted440]

http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/brickwall.gif sanding sanding and more sanding.I dont think I have finger prints anymore.Oh well will be nice when done.Does anybody have info on regeling fiberglass? What brands and or mixing ratios to use. I'm going to regel the black and sides. only way to get rid of the water sains I think.All idea's and info greatly apriciated. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/thumb.gif
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[175checkmate]

Nice to see someone else with no finger prints. Sanding the bottom on the trimate. Oh the joy.

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1975 Checkmate Tri-mate 2, 2.4 200+ / Sky jacker 6" plate / 25p Laser 2 prop, Currently the boat is undergoing overhaul.

[bdusted440]

I read bmac's gel thred at s&f got some good info.his boat looks good now. What do ya think gus any other way to get rid of the stains beside's gelling. I've tried sanding and buffing.No go. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/brickwall.gif

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[bdusted440]

http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/bounce.gifWell got it out today and back to work on it.Glad the snow is gone.The ice is off the river wont be long now.I had better get my but moveing eh. http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/thumb.gif

[Chris]

The snow is starting to melt a bit up here too. They are calling for plus temperatures for the next five days or so. It supposed to be about 55 degrees on Monday. http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/thumb.gif

[bdusted440]

http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif wENT FOR A NICE RIDE TODAY.STILL HAVE ALOT OF WORK TO DO TO IT BUT IT'S NICE TO RELAX ON IT FOR A WHILE.DROVE IT FOR ABOUT 7 MILE UPSTREAM AND BACK PURRS LIKE A KITTEN.STILL MAKING IT LOOK PRETTY THOUGH.WELL BACK TO WORK. http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/thumb.gif

[boatn70]

wish i knew you were out i would of met you out there!!! pass the word on about my enchanter would you. im gonna try to get it out soon to selllocally if possible!!

kevin

[bdusted440]

http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif I'll be out again when it warms back up.I'll let ya know when. http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/devil.gif

[bdusted440]

http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif Well got the steps on the trailer.Had to make them then carpet them.I think they look good though.I set the trailer up correctly so she loads nice.The trailer is done.I wish the mate was but it will be soon.Have the new carpet but i'm still waiting for the new skins.Most of the teak is done. Thanks for the help gus and chris it looks great.Well thats all for now.CHECKMATE'S RULE http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/devil.gif

[175checkmate]

Shoot me some pictures, need all the help I can get to stay motivated.

[bdusted440]

Pics on the way http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/devil.gif

[bdusted440]

http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif Well tried a new prop toaday 14 1/4 by 23 .,
Works good only lost 150 rpm over the 14 1/2 by 19.I can live with that. Still waiting for the skins.JUst playin around getting some speed out of it while I wait for the interior.I think I saw boatn 70 out today. as I was leaving the launches.He was coming in.Well thats all for now. http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[175checkmate]

Did you see a speed increase with the new prop?
Boy do I need to get on the water. Boat is comming along. Pad is on, but still have a bunch of work ahead to blend it into the hull.

[bdusted440]

Yea I went from 52 or so at full throttle to 59 or so at full throttle with very little loss in the hole shot.She reved to 4k with the smaller prop and now is at 3850.Shouldn't a 350 turn 4500 or so.It'll only hit 4000 reving it in neutral. seems low.

[Eriktheviking]

First thing I'd check is the tach.Is it accurate? A lot of them aren't.A 350 shouldn't have any problem hitting 5000 rpm.But I think the redline is 4800.If its accurate ,your prop is bogging the engine. http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/jpshakehead.gifThats hard on an engine.I'd drop the pitch size to a 20 or 21 and see how it responds.Good luck

[bdusted440]

http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_frown.gif http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/brickwall.gifI put a 19p on it and still only 4000 rpm.checked the timing.It was 5 degreese slow from stock.I put my snap on timing light on it and the the tach is right there.Where do i look.
Should i put new points in it and tune it up it seems to run fine.Not shure where to look first. http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/jpshakehead.gif

[Eriktheviking]

Okay,Heres a few ideas,is the throttle cable really giving you full throttle? Are the secondary butterflies opening? A tune up is certainly a good idea. New points could really make the difference and they must be dwelled properly.That can make a huge difference on how it runs.I tell ya 59 mph really is about what the set up is good for.I'd also check to see if the timing chain is stretched.CHECKMATE'S ,MOPARS and HARLEY'S GOTA LOVE EM http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[bdusted440]

http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/irked.gif<span class="ev_code_RED">Well checked a few things today and ordered new points and got new wires and plugs.Talked with mike colmbs about it.He said 23p is what mate recomended for this set up from the factory and it should pull 5000 rpm no problem with the 19p prop on it.With the 23 he said it should see low to mid 60's for speed.I'll get it figured out but anybody with sugestions is welcome to put there 2c in. </span> http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_confused.gif http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/devil.gif

[bdusted440]

<span class="ev_code_RED">Almost forgot the motor has about50 hours on it it's a rpm brand out of MI.Rated at 300hp .The carb opens all the way and works good.Plugs ,wires and point's will be new on the next run.</span>

[Eriktheviking]

300 hp would certainly give mid 60's in that boat.Thought it was a 260 hp.When you get out again ,if it still doesn't run right I'd play around with the distributor a little each way and see if it likes it or not.


Try some Nitrous,it'll rev up then http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[bdusted440]

http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gifWell thanks eric.I am getting to the bottom of it.The button on the cap was worn flat the points were shot two bad wires (replaced them all)shot plugs.Now need too get it back out and try it.I cant believe it ran as good as it did like that.I had to put champion plugs in it. http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/sick.gifWhat do you guy's run.Does anybody have the plug number for ac delco plugs?
For a 350 chevy marine motor.Thats all for now.
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[Eriktheviking]

I haven't had a problem with the RV8C champion's I ran in my 350's.Although there definetly are better plugs out there.Platinum is nice http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[bdusted440]

They gave me rv91mc plugs.wierd number http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_confused.gif

[Eriktheviking]

RV8C is a number from ten years ago.They my have made a change.

[bdusted440]

http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gifEric rv8 plugs are still used.The ac delco number for all v8 chevy motors is cr43tsm.Strait from the marine boy's at gm.
Going to test her out tomarrow after work.I'll let ya know how she does.boatn70 bring you'res out tomarrow.I'm putting in at sports core about six or so and heading north.
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[175checkmate]

It should scream now. 2 plug wires huh. That will slow you down a bit. Have you thought about converting it to electronic ignition?

[bdusted440]

Yes I have but I'm not going to takle that until the interior is done and the side's of the boat are refinished.I took it out for a spin today.Gain 4mph and a better hole shot but still only 4000 rpm with either prop.It will rev right up there in neutral but not in gear.
I am going to have the drive looked at by a guy that knows them well and get his opinion of it.
I'm starting to get discuraged.Maybee i'm just too spoiled with the seat of you're pants ride of the trimate.LOL http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/brickwall.gif

[Eriktheviking]

Aren't boats FUN! http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/brickwall.gifHere is another possibility (guess).There could be a bad bearing in the drive.It could create a lot of drag with the revs go up.Does it seem like the engine is really working hard? Good luck,hope it somthing simple and cheap!

[bdusted440]

http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/brickwall.gifWell it revs up to red line in neutral so that rule's out the intermediat housing and the upper gear set so I guess I should pull the lower unit off and appart and check it out.There was no metal in the fluids when I changed them.That at least is a good sign.I have to get this resolved I got spanked by a baahjunk yesterday. I cant let that stand.Although he got spanked by a sweet convincer that was out.Scotty I need more power.
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[Eriktheviking]

Any news on the drive? http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_confused.gif

[bdusted440]

Every thing seems ok except the steering shims on the mid section are shot. have them on order with the ball gears. I have a 1.42-1 gear ratio in the drive.Thats all till I get my parts. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[Eriktheviking]

I was on another site and someone had the same problem you were having with your engine http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/brickwall.gif. The suggested fix was to check all the fuel lines,change the fuel filter and to make sure the fuel line wasn't sucking air(which would starve the carb for gas) Seems far fetched to me but hey you never know.

[bdusted440]

http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/brickwall.gif http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/brickwall.gif http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/jpshakehead.gifCarb bowls are full at full throttle.had it wide open and killed it then checked. It's wierd on the primary's i get to about 3800 rpm with the secondary's open it slowly goes to 4000 rpm.There has to be somthing governing it but I dont know what.I drilled the prop . I put 1/4 holes at the begining of the prop and have a great hole shot now but it did not help on the top end. http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/brickwall.gif http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/devil.gif

[Eriktheviking]

Whats the carb, A Rochester? The motor was recently rebuilt? http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_confused.gif

[bdusted440]

yes its a rochester.I have a holley dominator but not the intake to go with it for a chevy.The motor was put in shortly before I got the boat.I'm getting frustraited with it.Maybe its time for a 440 in it. http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[175checkmate]

440 in the mate, now your talking. Or a high winding 340.

[Eriktheviking]

I've got a freshly rebuilt 340 in the garage right now.But its got go in the cuda' shortly.It would be interesting to try another carb but not sure if thats the problem.

[Eriktheviking]

This could be it! http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/bounce.gifMaybe the vacuum advance is broke. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_confused.gif

[bdusted440]

It's got a mechanical advance and it goes up to 35 deg at 3grand so it's working.I have an idea though.With the higher output of the motor the stock thru prop exhaust could be choking it out not letting it breath. http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/brickwall.gif

[bdusted440]

Well I found out what it was.Some where down the line a plate was added to the midsection in the exhaust.I removed it and walah 4800. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_mad.gif
I get my interior next week YAHOOOOOOO!!!!!!!! http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/bounce.gif http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/xxrotflmao.gif http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/bounce.gif

[cooperider]

Bdusted440 can you get Mercury Sport Jet motors and drives?

[bdusted440]

I'll check for ya

[Eriktheviking]

At least you got it fixed before summer hit! Let us know what kinda mph you get out of it now.

[bdusted440]

Yup they are offered in my area by my supplier.
It will be awhile before I can take her out we are flooded down here wright now. http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/jpshakehead.gif

[cooperider]

Thanks bdusted.
Is Volcano Falls underwater yet? http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[bdusted440]

They opened this weakend.up for some gokarting. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[bdusted440]

gps speed in 62.8 mph gps . Now it's time to tweek. http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/devil.gif http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/devil.gif

[Eriktheviking]

Thats going pretty good,I'm curious what your speed says. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_confused.gif

[cooperider]

Checking out your Ambassador thread catching back up on what you've done. You ready to breakout the DA and the grinder yet? http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

[bdusted440]

just about.mike shipped out the new interior friday.I should have it tues then the dissasembly starts. http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/brickwall.gif

[bdusted440]

hey chris could you post the pic i sent ya.thanks

[Chris]

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[bdusted440]

Hey ambasador owners I need a little help here.I started on the new inteior and I need some info on the rear seat.Acually some pictures would be great my seat has been replaced somwhere down the line and I need to put it back factory as I have the factory skins for it. can anybody take some pics and send them to me I want to get this done and over with so I can start on the hull.
Also does anybody know where to get a good marine carpet that is over eight foot wide.nomal indore outdore carpet is twelve foot wide but doesnt seem to hold up well from the testing Ive done so far.Thanks for the help guys. http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/brickwall.gif http://checkmate-boats.com/groupee/forums/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/beer1.gif

[cooperider]

The carpet at Checkmate is only 8ft wide they turn it sideways then its only 8ft long and really wide.

[bdusted440]

How do they hide the seams?

[cooperider]

I wish I knew. Those guys are good, I've been trying to figure out how the fold it around boxes and and things like that.

[DONCONVINCER]

I bought my carpet at Home Depo. I put the seam at the step up going up to the bow, that gave me a full piece in the main area.(Thats where it was from the factory) I covered the seat mount boxes with a wrap around and put the seam in the center of the front. When I installed the main section I centered the carpet on the floor then cut out the seat boxes. I made sure the cuts around the seat boxes were real tight. When I installed the carpet on the seat boxes it hid the edges on the floor.

The carpet I got looks just like what was in the boat originaly, except in gray not black. It's been in my boat for 3 seasons and is holding up good.

[bdusted440]

http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/brickwall.gif I started pulling mine out .It is seamed at the sides. There is one piece down the middle and a seperate piece up the sides the whole length of the boat.This I can duplicate.( I hope ) LOL. The interior is out they use a-lot of wood that is for sure.All the seat boxes are replaced and screwed together with stainles screws insted of staples.The seat bottoms are done.I'm cutting new wood for the side boards now. Then its time to put it all together depending how the floor looks underneeth the main carpet section.well thats all for now and thanks for you're input don and coophttp://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/thumb.gif

[DONCONVINCER]

When I did the backer panels behind the seat back in the bow I made openings for ski storage. I store my skis between the hull sides and the seat backs, I get 2 soloms on one side and a combo set on the other.

[bdusted440]

http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gifI have ski storage in the floor of mine so i'm gona leave that but I am going to enlarge the door opening on the bow cover door so I can get tubes and such in a-lot easier.And the floor storage for anchors needs to have a bigger opening too. Not much bigger but about an inch all the also need to find someplace that sell's teak plywood for the walkthru section of the console. http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/brickwall.gifAnybody have any ideas?

[bdusted440]

http://checkmate-boats.com/groupee/forums/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/beer1.gif Well the mate is going to coops to have the gel work done .five months till it has to be finished.But it will look good and fly.
Does anybody have a alpha or bravo drive assembly for sale or trade?

[Chris E]

What ratio you lookin for? I know where there are a bunch of drives kicking around but - you've got to come to Ontario to get one!

[bdusted440]

From what I've been told I would want a 1.50 ratio for a v8.I'm switching from omc to merc so i need everything.gimble , bellhousing you know the works. http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/brickwall.gif

[samjr]

Hey...I am going to take the boat down to the lake today...What pics do you need? Ill take all you want. Ill get plenty of the back seat area up and down. Its actually pretty neat how they designed it.

Sam

[Chris E]

Wow! That's going to be a tall order!! Let me look into the drive for you, i'm sure the place i used to work at has a complete 1.5:1 used. I think finding a used transom assy will be a tough search for you - good luck.

[bdusted440]

Do you think a 4.3 merc transom assembly off a alpha drive would work?

[bdusted440]

I need how they do the back seat and the engine compartment oh and the hindges on the back seat. have to remake mine. thanks alot. http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/thumb.gif

[Chris E]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by bdusted440:
Do you think a 4.3 merc transom assembly off a alpha drive would work? <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Pretty sure it would, i don't think the T/A cares what engine hooks up to it. Y-pipe should be the same. Only thing to watch for is if that T/A was designed to have the remote gear oil monitor or not. When i look up alpha drive components on MIDAS, it never specifies what engine the components go with, so, i think you'll be good.

[bdusted440]

Do I want the remote moniter or not?

[Chris E]

Don't think it really matters, it's the newer design and it will tell you quickly that there is a leak (the oil slick behind the boat is also a good indicator). You'll have to match up the drive to the T/A though. If you have a remote T/A, then i would put a remote equipped drive on it and vice versa.

[bdusted440]

Well I have done some research and a alpha drive wont hold up to the hp and tourqe that the 406 will put out. Or so I am told by alot of people.So I am probably going to byte the bullit and go bravo one. http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/brickwall.gifAnd coop is going to gell the boat for me .I hope he picks up the mustang before it snows.LOLI'll keep you guy's posted.

[bdusted440]

Here are some pics of the teardown


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[bdusted440]

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[bdusted440]

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[bdusted440]

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[bdusted440]

http://checkmate-boats.com/images/memberpics/BD25.jpg

[bdusted440]

Hmmm only one showed up. well at least the links work. http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/brickwall.gif

http://checkmate-boats.com/images/memberpics/BD26.jpg

[175checkmate]

All fixed.

[bdusted440]

Thanks gus not shure what i did wrong but its all good now. I have run out of room in the garage for boxes of parts. http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/brickwall.gifDid you see what is tucked behind the boat on the floor.Take a guess .I wish I could put it in the boat.LOL

[175checkmate]

What is that? an old 392 hemi??

[bdusted440]

http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/jpshakehead.gifDOOOH its a 70 440 police intercepter out of a 70 monaco state patrol car. 73 tics on it.I'll use it some day.LOL

[175checkmate]

A bit off, lol
I blew that pic up 6 ways to sunday and could not tell. Should have gone out to the garage and looked at mine.

[bdusted440]

Ya you couldnt see very much of it but i thought you might go look in the garage.LOL
Sat I take the boat to coop.Hopfully I have it back before spring so I can assemble everything. http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/brickwall.gifNew short block is assembled.Have to buy copper head gaskets and put the heads on and then pic a cam. http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/brickwall.gif
Oh ya WHY did I decide to do a project boat again. http://checkmate-boats.com/groupee/forums/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/yell.gif http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/brickwall.gif http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/devil.gif Oh ya because it was a cool checkmate. http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/devil.gif That needed rescuing. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[bdusted440]

http://www2.freepichosting.com/Images/421585845/0.jpg http://www2.freepichosting.com/Images/421585845/0.jpg

[bdusted440]

]http://www2.freepichosting.com/Images/421585845/1.jpg (http://www2.freepichosting.com/Images/421585845/1.jpg[/IMG) http://www2.freepichosting.com/Images/421585845/1.jpg%5B/IMG%5D

[cooperider]

Are those pinecones?

[BullittBen]

I hope so, the only other thing I'm imagining is a whole lot worse.....

Did the previous motor "crap" out?

[bdusted440]

yup pulled five 55 gallon garbage cans full out of it when i bought it.

[bdusted440]

Well its up to coop now I delivered it to him today 800 mi in 12 hours . http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/brickwall.gif
oh ya I almost forgot with my wife reminding me how far we went the whole way.

[cooperider]

Yup its here. I made it home about 11:30. I think my wife kind of likes it. Now I just have to round up my crew and get this boat into the garage. Might be all I get done this time around.

[bdusted440]

post some pics of the progress as you get time.
next time we are going to make it a two day trip so we can tour the factory and screw around for a while.cool little town . http://checkmate-boats.com/6/ws/,s,8626072361/Graemlins/devil.gif

[175checkmate]

Very cool. Glad to see you made it with no trouble.

[cooperider]

Ok your boat is in the garage and I started looking it over. One question for now is can you get a replacement Illinois sticker or do you have to buy a new one all over again? I don't know if I can remove it without voiding it, alot of those stickers are tamper proof.

[bdusted440]

Already have them ordered. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[bdusted440]

Come on spring im going through checkmate withdrawls. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_frown.gif

[bdusted440]

Any pics yet coop? 50 and sunny today going thru withdrawls.Cant even race snowmobiles till it gets cold.Maybe I should come out there to ride coop. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[cooperider]

Snows mostly gone here. Pics will be coming soon I have to finish the roll first.

[bdusted440]

BB I think the previous owner had a problem taking care of it and winterizing it cause this motor is cracked from freezing and I would guess the first one went that way too. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_mad.gif

[bdusted440]

You finished that roll of film yet coop? http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif
Anybody have any idea's on what to name it when its done?

[boatn70]

"mission impossible" ha!!!

i can be "mission impossible II" NO WAY!!!

[cooperider]

Yes the roll is done.

Hey boatn70 what do you want me to do with this PINK flake?

[boatn70]

it would look great on the upper half of bdusted's rig!!!! or maybe..........if you used the flake to make some really cool flames in pink!!
all i got to say is...if hes got pink flake in there, that small block better make it fly!!! thats the only way we wont pick on him around here!!!

[bdusted440]

If he puts pink flake in it he better supply the 600hp merc motor and bravo xp drive to go with it. http://checkmate-boats.com/graemlins/devil.gif

[bdusted440]

mission inposible might work it seems like it is.but it WILL get done sooner or later.Thanks kev (boatn70) for the gil exhaust diverters.Now I just need to step up and get headers to go with them.LOL

[boatn70]

not a problem!!

I want to see some pics too....

Coop, what the heck are you doing with that boat?? is true that it was really wrecked in a car accident near the factory?? it couldnt be that bad, could it?? http://checkmate-boats.com/graemlins/devil.gif

[cooperider]

http://checkmate-boats.com/graemlins/sssh.gif http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif


Pics coming soon. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/graemlins/thumb.gif

[JW]

OK OK! By popular demand, progress pix on the Ambasador!

http://img224.exs.cx/img224/3278/mvc013s6yr.jpg

[JW]

http://img224.exs.cx/img224/9269/mvc016s0xp.jpg

[JW]

http://img224.exs.cx/img224/8414/mvc015s8xq.jpg

[JW]

http://img224.exs.cx/img224/9881/mvc014s8lr.jpg

[bdusted440]

Man they do nice work!!!!! http://www.checkmate-boats.com/graemlins/thumb.gif
thanks kip and jw

[boatn70]

OK, a couple weeks have gone by, whats new with this boat!!!! cant wait to see it with a shine on it.

any more recent photos.....bdusted i might have to ride with you to go get that thang!!!

[PDW]

That is looking good and will be a sharp Ambassador. Definitly with a shine on it. When you come in Bdusted I would have to come down to Coops w/ digital camera to get pics of it before it leaves.

[bdusted440]

I cant wait to get it. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

[175checkmate]

ITs comming along nice. What the ETA to shoot the new jell??

[cooperider]

Originally posted by 175checkmate:
ITs comming along nice. What the ETA to shoot the new jell?? Unfourtunatly the eta for gel is May. My contract for the run I'm on is up then, and when I go back into the regular fleet I can get more than a day and a half off at a time.

[Brian]

Bdusted, the mate is looking good!! Can't wait to see some pics of it out on the water. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_cool.gif

[bdusted440]

I have a MAJOR case of boat fever.come on coop.Get the lead out.LOLOLOLOL http://checkmate-boats.com/graemlins/devil.gif

[boatn70]

MAY?????????????


holy chit, bdusted, i know a guy who knows a guy who knows someone who can sell you a new boat pretty reasonable http://checkmate-boats.com/graemlins/beer1.gif
LOL, hopefully you see it soon!!!

[cooperider]

http://checkmate-boats.com/graemlins/xxrotflmao.gif After talking to my employer today, I was almost shooting the gel this weekend, but I still have a job. This week anyway. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_rolleyes.gif

[bdusted440]

more pics soon.

[175checkmate]

Very cool. be in the water before you know it.

[bdusted440]

Once I get it back it'll take a good day to put her back together. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/graemlins/thumb.gif

[cooperider]

Bd, I am gonna go check on the boat after I see the Doc in the morn. http://checkmate-boats.com/graemlins/surf.gif

[bdusted440]

Dont wory about it coop I got sick of the bs and picked it up. Droped it off to a buddy that will have it back to me quick and be honest with me.And im getting the deck cleared to for 200 less than they wanted to do just the hull.I'll be on the water soon. http://checkmate-boats.com/graemlins/bounce.gif http://checkmate-boats.com/graemlins/surf.gif http://checkmate-boats.com/graemlins/bounce.gif

[fnshrmaster]

Bs,from who?

[jgreen]

Originally posted by fnshrmaster:
Bs,from who?

Pulse 186 , any pics ?

[bdusted440]

I picked it up from cmate .thats all I'll say about that.Yes I have pics i sent some to chris and the guys maybe they can post some.

[bdusted440]

http://www2.freepichosting.com/Images/421617536/0.jpg

[bdusted440]

http://www2.freepichosting.com/Images/421617536/1.jpg
http://www2.freepichosting.com/Images/421617536/2.jpg

[bdusted440]

http://www2.freepichosting.com/Images/421617536/3.jpg

[bdusted440]

http://www2.freepichosting.com/Images/421617536/4.jpg

[bdusted440]

http://www2.freepichosting.com/Images/421617536/5.jpg

[bdusted440]

http://www2.freepichosting.com/Images/421617536/6.jpg

[bdusted440]

Well what do ya guy's think so far.And jw you got mail on the way been down for almost a week. sorry

[bdusted440]

Oh and that is just sanded to1500 not buffed yet. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/graemlins/thumb.gif

[illMATTic]

is that a factory finish?

[orangecrush]

What Happened ???? they having trouble with there shooter you shouldnt be sanding if they sprayed it.

[bdusted440]

He was sanding off the wax covering that seals it so it will cure.Looks good now.

[JW]

Boat's gonna look great! Can't wait to see the finished product. It's July now, think you'll splash it still this month??

[bdusted440]

DONT BET IT WONT SPLASH THIS WEEKEND LIKE MON EVENING.MOTORS IN DRIVES ON WORKING ON THE GAUGES AND STEERING THEN INTERIOR. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/graemlins/thumb.gif

[bdusted440]

Well if it would stop raining I would give her it's first water test.back it in check for leaks fire it up make shure it shifts right and steers right.And if thats ok a nice shakedown cruise. http://checkmate-boats.com/graemlins/bounce.gif http://checkmate-boats.com/graemlins/bounce.gif http://checkmate-boats.com/graemlins/bounce.gif

[boatn70]

left you some messages......project is looking good!!!! call me sometime id like to check it out!!!

kevin

[bdusted440]

You know where its at.And the fridge is stocked.
Be watching for ya. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/graemlins/thumb.gif

[illMATTic]

hey B, i saw a boat roll past my house i swear was yours. same colors and all. i ran out to catch him but he didnt stop. it had to have been you. i didnt let it go all night. my friends were all pissed off cuz i was talking about our boats all night. man i cant wait to see it.

hurry up man. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_razz.gif

[bdusted440]

I took some almost done pics i'll post them after work. with the sun shinning its hard to see its so shiny.Ive been in il so it wasnt me wish it was id have stoped for some wobly tops. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/graemlins/thumb.gif http://checkmate-boats.com/graemlins/beer1.gif

[bdusted440]

Well it floats runs and moves.And LOOK MA NO LEEKS. http://checkmate-boats.com/graemlins/devil.gif

[bdusted440]

well here are some under construction pics
http://www2.freepichosting.com/Images/421618105/1.jpg
http://www2.freepichosting.com/Images/421618105/2.jpg[/...21618105/0.jpg (http://www2.freepichosting.com/Images/421618105/2.jpg[/IMG]http://www2.freepichosting.com/Images/421618105/0.jpg )

[bdusted440]

http://www2.freepichosting.com/Images/421618105/0.jpg

[bdusted440]

http://www2.freepichosting.com/Images/421618105/2.jpg

[orangecrush]

WOW that is quite a shine lookin good OC.

[JW]

That's like new! When does the windshield go on?

[175checkmate]

Looks great , they did a heck of a job.

[bdusted440]

Looks as good as new.I'm happy with it and they did it in two weeks or just shy.The windshield will go on after the carpet and console cabnets go in.By the weekend I should have the interior done.Then its time to cruise and break the motor in. http://checkmate-boats.com/graemlins/devil.gif Oh and the pics do not due it justus. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[Chris]

It looks great! http://www.checkmate-boats.com/graemlins/thumb.gif

[cooperider]

Originally posted by orangecrush:
What Happened ???? they having trouble with there shooter you shouldnt be sanding if they sprayed it. OC gel will not spray as smooth as other paint it has to be sanded. It is not realy paint it is resin, its not realy designed to be sprayed like that, it was meant to be used inside of a mold. It also cures it does not dry. And in order to trick it into cureing outside of a mold you have to add surfaceing agent. This is parafin wax disolved into styrene monomer. Then as the styrene evaporates from the surface of the sprayed gelcoat it leaves behind the wax and it forms a layer over the gel. This the is removed by sanding and buffing.
Coop

[orangecrush]

Thanks coop .i never knew that. learned alot about painting and wet sanding this week with the enchanter project. OC.

[boatn70]

forward or reverse? ha-ha, inside joke!!
did you get that thing all done yet? you better run as much as possible, we're runnin out of water around here!! can you say...DROUGHT!!!

i stopped and checked it out about the time the photos were taken, lookin good!!! lets get out and run that thang!!

kev

[bdusted440]

Forward and reverse 345 later.Ran all weekend.It was nice.we got enough rain today to bring the levels up.Are you up for some boating this weekend?

[boatn70]

yeah, im ready, going to blarneys today!! no boat though....waters to low for me!!

id be surprised if the river comes up much...i guess it depends on what they do with the dam!

dam it!!

[JW]

You chicago guys got no water, and just two hours away in SW Michigan, we've got flooding and high levels.................

[bdusted440]

They fixed the broken dam gates. The water came up almost two feet.Lets go!!!!!!!!!!!! JW call me today.

[JW]

Tried to call, no answer, you must be out enjoying the boat! I left my number on your cell.............Have fun!!

[JW]

???

[bdusted440]

Jw you have to call the house I dont own pmr anymore the cell and all that stuff went with the business.He was suposed to have sent you out what you needed but i guess not. give me the part numbers and ill buy them from merc parts express and have them shipped were ever you want.sorry i thought it was handled.I just bought a new pc so im back online.I pm you the number.

[JW]

Cool, thanks Brian! I see the tach harness is on it's way. Let me know the cost so I can Pay Pal you like I did for the other parts. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/graemlins/thumb.gif

[bdusted440]

If anybody is interested I am thinking of selling the ambasador.As you can see she is all new and rides and runs excellent.E-mail me thinking 7500. range or best.

[bdusted440]

Just a update enjoying the heck out of the mate .This summer . Will have more pics soon. http://checkmate-boats.com/graemlins/devil.gifHave to get off the water first. http://www.checkmate-boats.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[bdusted440]

Anybody ever put a extensionbox on. found one with a bravo set up cheap.

[cooperider]

Hey Chris, this is a good one for the Overhaulin section, well it was till most of the pics disapeared.

[Chris]

You're right Coop.

Moving it over...

[bdusted440]

cool I have to get my camera fixed and post the finished product.

[boatn70]

brian,
what happened with that extension "stern jack" you mentioned with the bravo.....did you buy it?

[bdusted440]

You want it?Coop found it I think its still there.

[cooperider]

Nope its gone. Sorry

[cooperider]

Some pics of bdusted440's boat now that its back in the water.

http://www.realityboatco.com/pictures/bdustedsboat001.jpg