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Recent content by Steitel

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    Exhaust Modifications

    Now that's helpful. What work have you had done there??? Thanks for the response....
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    Exhaust Modifications

    Great thanks for the info... do they do high proformance engine work?
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    Exhaust Modifications

    thanks for the reply. Yep I do think she is ready for a rest. I use her sparingly. As for the gel coat, I am well aware of the issues... I really should have described my situation more fully. I would like the cracks fixed but I have a porpoising problem and I know that the hooks fiber glassed...
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    Exhaust Modifications

    I know that it can be done easily but cutting the holes and moving the riser's can be an issue. The riser's may be higher then the engine cover. Taking that into consideration with a possible bend in the piping ( 3" ) not 4" along with silent choice makes things interesting. As you might already...
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    Exhaust Modifications

    Re. Mint 1977 Checkmate Convincor Have fully restored this boat. However the mechanic that I was working with moved out of the area. I’m seeking recommendations for mechanics with specific knowledge of Checkmates. I want to modify the original Ford 351 Windsor exhaust system. Current system is...
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    Need a recommendation

    thanks for the info... I appreciate it very much... Scott
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    Need a recommendation

    Thanks for writing back... yep you have it right... cutting holes is my issue.. I have great guy near me but he is really a hot rod guy but does a fantastic job on boats... problem is he is accentic as hell and very hard to work with... I would love to see pics of your boat.. I have several of...
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    Need a recommendation

    I'm new to this site but have fully restored a 1977 checkmate convincer.... My family originally owned the boat in 77 and sold it in the mid 80's, I found it in the late 90's and restored it completely. Even had it gel coated by Bill Combs in Ohio... I tried to stay true to the spirit of the...
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