Recent content by BobfromSWOhio

  1. B

    Economy Conversion

    I have a mid-80's Grady-White 204c (20'4" and 2700#) which I believe is a semi-V hull configuration. Is it possible to use a low HP engine to sacrifice speed and gain economy? I would be happy with trawler like speeds if I could vastly increase mpg. With her type hull will she be more economical...
  2. B

    Bad (for me) Boat

    After following this forum for weeks, I took the plunge and purchased a 1982 Renken, 18' 6", closed bow w/no engine or outdrive. Boat came on decent trailer.The boat had all instruments, radio, depth/fish finder,glass, new cover, etc. except for accelerator/tranny control. The hull is real...
  3. B

    Non-soakable foam ?

    I just purchased a 1982 Renken 900 STD project boat w/no motor or outdrive. It is 18' 8" w/a closed bow. The rear part (and maybe their entire length; I have not removed all of the floor) of the stringers are rotted. I will have many questions as I move forward but the first deals w/the blown in...
See more
Top