1988 Vision redo

[Kurtster]

1000th post

This is my 1000th post --- interesting to see what my new rank will be...
Was kinda gettin use to being a VICE Admiral

Anyway, finally got my new trim tab acuators installed.


Now it's time for some lettering --- I got these Checkmate decals just before Ohio stopped answering their phones {just in time}.
First tape it on to find just the right spot..


Next, peel back half the decal and cut the backing then reapply the decal and do the squeegee thing.
After the first half is done then peel back the other half, remove the remaining backing and repeat the squeegee process on that half.


Now carefully and slowly peel back the decal cover


And there ya have it, my boat is again officially a Checkmate..
I repeated this on the port side as well.


I also had dry transfers custom made for the hull registration numbers as well.


Right now I'm waiting on the boat name lettering to be made into a dry transfer _should be delivered by the weekend.
Also this weekend I should be installing a red / white / blue LED lighting system and a new stereo subwoofer and the new engine cover.

Shooting to be in water June 22nd.

 

[Rob B]

Just an observation, are you going to power coat the thru hull fitting for the bilge? They make those in stainless steel. Your boat looks fantastic with all the upgrades!! http://search.overtons.com/?D=thru+hull+fittings&Nty=1&N=0&Dk=0&Ntt=thru+hull+fittings

 

[Kurtster]

Just an observation, are you going to power coat the thru hull fitting for the bilge? They make those in stainless steel. Your boat looks fantastic with all the upgrades!! http://search.overtons.com/?D=thru+hull+fittings&Nty=1&N=0&Dk=0&Ntt=thru+hull+fittings

Actually no, --- when I was putting the boat back together after the paint work I just used a new white plastic thru hull fitting because I have a box of them in my shop.
I did consider a powder coated SS fitting but at that point I was in a hurry to get'er done

Here I am June 14th and still not done

 

[Viper 1]

beautiful work

Dear Kurt Your Vision is Really Beautiful. I am Sure You My Dear Friend are going to have a Great Time with Your Checkmate. Best Wishes Always Your Friend Sammie Action Marine

 

[Kurtster]

Dear Kurt Your Vision is Really Beautiful. I am Sure You My Dear Friend are going to have a Great Time with Your Checkmate. Best Wishes Always Your Friend Sammie Action Marine

Thankyou for the compliment my friend.....

Just a few more little last minute things to take care of and she should make a splash the weekend of June 22nd.
This weekend I'm on one of my other toys playing dirty rotten biker stuff on the Harley at the big rally in Laconia NH.
I'll be looking for some wet leather on scantly clad women

Have a great weekend my friend....

 

[Kurtster]

1988 Vision Redone

Finally after 6 months of work and a whole bunch of headaches {and ofcoarse thousands of dollars } --- she's done.

Before going in the water for her shake down run, she gets just one more sticker, and right under the throttle it belongs.
My Action Marine sticker is the last item to complete this project boat.
Thankyou Sammie for all the help / support / and inspiration to this project.


Check that bung hole














She performed beautifully, not a hickup the whole day, very very happy now

Special thanks to....

...John "Bones" of Manchester Marine ---custom glass layup / finish paint
...Chris of Eddie Marine --- custom fabrication / fusion coating
...Mike of Checkmate boats Inc --- Upholstery / tech info
...Sammie "Viper1" --- tech advice / support / inspiration
...Lee of Portside Marine --- Merc certified mechanical / maintenence
...Bob of Eastern refinishing --- Powder coating help and advisory

 

[RNGRDVE]

Kurt your Vision looks amazing. Great job on the Resto/update.

 

[Viper 1]

Thank You Kurt

Thank You Kurt for Your Dear Friendship. Your Checkmate Vision looks Awesome and I am very Proud that Our Friendship Means that much to You to have Wanted My Action Marine Sticker on Your Checkmate. Have Yourself a Great Summer Running Your Beautiful Vision and Best Wishes Always Your Friend Sammie Action Marine

 

[nathan]

she looks great Kurt! Congrats on the end to a great restoration!!

 

[mateman]

Great job!!!! Boat looks awesome!!

 

[Ramifications]

Perfection

 

[DropTop5.0]

That is one hot boat Kurt. Love it!

 

[Kurtster]

I also did a 1 minute dash cam video, --- as soon as I figure out why my blackberry password/ID isn't working then I'll post the video {to prove this thing actually runs too }

 

[keith4216]

Very nice looking boat. Enjoy it now.

 

[Problem Child]

Enjoy your New Vision Kurt. You really have done an exceptional job. Are you for hire? I hope you spend many hours on the water basking in all your hard work.

 

[Kurtster]

I also did a 1 minute dash cam video, --- as soon as I figure out why my blackberry password/ID isn't working then I'll post the video {to prove this thing actually runs too }

Here is a short dash cam video --- dash videos are pretty boring so I kept it short {about 2 minutes} -- just long enough to prove it runs.
The cam mount was shaky but the ride was very smooth.
Excuse the water spots on the hood, I did run into a couple of rain sprinkles on the way out.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qas8B--5OhY

 

[Gimme Fuel]

Looks amazing Kurt! Truly one of a kind! Now get out there and enjoy the fruits of your labor....

 

[redstrat]

That is one very special boat you've created Kurt. I hope you have lots of time with perfect weather to enjoy it this summer. I must admit it's a little bitter/sweet for me, I'm going to miss following your thread and watching you progress. If I find you a cheap hull, maybe you'll consider a new project for next winter. Maybe?

 

[topgun]

Yeah man. I hope you enjoy the entire season without any issues. She is a beauty.

 

[Rob B]

Absolutely beautiful!!! Kurt while you're thanking people don't forget us the forum members for the keyboard/computer support and helping spend your money!!