Wickedrister's winter project

[175checkmate]

Powder coat them to match the boat. Make sure you use the 1/8" backing washer. Thy tend to pull out with a ton of air pressure.

 

[wickedrister]

Thanks for the tip Gus. I know the gauges are lame. I wanted to get a cooler set but this set will do for now.

Now all I need to do is make them all work.

 

[175checkmate]

Here are the same vents powder coated. Still have to get the front and topm done. Did them once and was not happy with it. So they where blasted and will be recoated.

 

[wickedrister]

Your Trimate is looking "WILD" you will have the best looking boat on the lake. The yellow and black is a far cry from the factory brown.

 

[175checkmate]

Its getting there. I just hope I can remember how to put it all back together. LOLOLOLOL

 

[Boston Predictor]

Wicked I agree with Gus, Get em done to match the boat

That's a great idea how you ran the cables through the fishing rod holder. It looks fresh. I dont think I would have thought of that one.

keep up the good work my friend

 

[wickedrister]

Thanks Boston, It was a little hard cutting a hole in the new vinal but ya gotta do what works. I need to start the wiring next and I don't even have a plan but we will figure that out as we go. I need to decide on a new switch panel. I think a 4 gang fused panel with lighted rockers will be replace the factory panel. Any wiring suggestions will be a big help. Will 18 or 22 gauge wire be best and what the heck is the flat ribbon looking wire that comes out of the black max control box for. What do they go to?

 

[aqua]

Use 14 gauge wire. The more strands inside the better the effeciency of the wire, not all wire is the same quality even if it looks the same on the outside. Check with your local marine supplier for the proper color codes, this will help greatly in the future to diagnose any problems. Nice work on the boat so far.

I find more satisfaction in customizing an old boat to exactly what you want, rather than just going and buying a newer one.

 

[wickedrister]

Thanks Aqua and a big old

goes out to Ya!!

 

[Adam L.]

Hey Gus , I like the Scream and Fly on your cowling. Looks sweet.

 

[wickedrister]

Gus, Where is the best place to get merc decals. I want a white one for the pick up truck.

 

[Mr. Inline 6]

Wickedrister

I am new to the site and just looked at your winter project. Awesome work!!! You have a brand new ride. Where did you learn how to do the fiberglass and wood work for the stringer system?
I have been hesitant about buying an older Checkmate because of the work it may need and I would have to pay someone to do it.
Any suggestions??

Thanks. Rick

 

[175checkmate]

Originally posted by wickedrister:
Gus, Where is the best place to get merc decals. I want a white one for the pick up truck.

I shot ya a PM

 

[Reed]

Originally posted by wickedrister:
Thanks ! This was my first try at doing nasty old fiberglass work

Itch Itch Itch. It's not a factory job but I think It's turning out OK. Kind of funny that all this work was done because my trim cylinder needed rebuilt.I was removing the gas tank to access the lower motor mounting bolts when I found the rotted stringer system, standing water and the saturated flotation foam. Now after all that work I still need to pull the motor loose and take the trim cylinder out for rebuilding. Wish I had a 135 or 150 to hang back on her. 41 mph is just to slow for this little boat. 55 to 60 is what I hope to see one day

( very nice job ) I like very much, I like doing glass work ( gifted I have never itched ) for a first job you did great

 

[wickedrister]

Thanks Reed,it really helps having all the support from this crazy checkmate gang. How can a guy go wrong with all the information,tips and knowledge they have to offer

10-4 on the PM Gus.

 

[wickedrister]

Mr6

and thanks for the kind words. I say you need to just go for it. I think you can find a solid checkmate that has been restored or find one that needs only minor repair work. It's all about how much time you are willing to put into the boat. My boat is just one of the many boats that is getting a face lift. Some of the guys are doing really serious in depth work. Check out 175checkmate's Trimate restoration. Now that is a big time restoration. Don't shy away from the older boats, learn as much as you can before you run out and buy one. I think all of us would love to have a 2006 Pulsare but not all of us can afford one. I think any Checkmate will be a good investment. Old or new get your self a checkmate and you will have one of the best looking boat on the lake.

 

[wickedrister]

Pulled the tower of power today!!

 

[wickedrister]

Put it on the home-grown rolling stand, worked really well.

 

[wickedrister]

Installed the jackplate.

 

[wickedrister]

Then I broke the camera shooting the last pic of the day!! LOL LOL LOL