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  1. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    Old I/Os = Money Pits?

    Such an accurate description!
  2. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    1990 Bayliner 2651 resto

    I really wish I would have thought about chamfering the edges, I see how much easier it would have been. Looking great!
  3. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    Fiberglass not bonded to plywood

    The two reasons I have found for the delamination would be improper surface prep during construction or moisture intrusion into the wood (suspectthe latter). I'm not sure how you determined that the other wood is good ie: stringers, transom. Did you take bore samples of the other wood? Drill...
  4. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    Old I/Os = Money Pits?

    If you look at my project thread it will give you an idea of what one may find. https://forums.iboats.com/threads/88-capri-restoration-splashed-08-2022.726023/
  5. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    Old I/Os = Money Pits?

    My free trailer comment is how I acquired mine. I never owned a boat before so had no idea what I was getting into. If this forum and the good people that are more than willing to help weren't around my boat would be sunk somewhere I'm sure. I'm glad I'm experiencing this project but I wouldn't...
  6. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    Old I/Os = Money Pits?

    You definitely want to watch out for deals like "free trailer with boat" ...... Probably should keep walking unless you are looking for a project.
  7. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    Polishing or paint

    My shoulders are shot so I was planning on picking up a variable harbor freight buffer doing the first test spots on the bottom. I'm going to try to work around the decals the best I can but plan on replacing them at some point. There is a local shop that does vehicle wraps and decals so that's...
  8. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    '65 Lyn Craft Seabreeze 1500 Sport Runabout

    That looks beautiful, I love the color combination.
  9. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    Transom patch

    If unsure I'm sure some internet searches could give you an idea if and what foam had been poured when new or required.
  10. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    Polishing or paint

    I've seen videos of people using (heavy cut) initially and using finer compounds after that. The end result looked great but is there some work involved that isn't being explained?
  11. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    Polishing or paint

    Glad I read this because I'll be doing this in the spring!
  12. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    Transom patch

    The information these professionals are giving you have to do with the fundamentals of safety. Do you want your loved one going down with the ship? Do you want your boat becoming an artificial reef? I have learned that there is no compromise on safety! You have to go all the way and do it right...
  13. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    Spare Stern Drive

    Does anyone have any advice on the longitudinal play I mentioned? I have to wait for funds to get at least the seal kit. Thanks in advance ☺️
  14. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    2022 Splash Of The Year (SOTY) Nominations

    Thank you for the nomination @Baylinerchuck. My resurrection is by far less then some others but I'm humbled by the nomination. Thank you 😊
  15. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    Fuel Tank - Replace?

    For me I would for the piece of mind, if you have the $$ to do so then I personally would. It's alot easier to do it now then it will be once the floor is reinstalled.
  16. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    Spare Stern Drive

    I looked at the clutch dog some more and the rotation I was getting on the prop when in gear appears to be the distance between the teeth on the clutch so I'm hoping that is normal but would feel better getting some expert feedback. The longitudinal play I mentioned still has me baffled, I...
  17. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    88 Capri Restoration (Splashed 08/2022)

    This the link on the OMC forum pertaining to my upper and lower unit. https://forums.iboats.com/threads/spare-stern-drive.754243/
  18. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    Spare Stern Drive

    Thank you both for your input. I figured they shouldn't look like that but was in denial hoping someone would say they were okay 😊. Well now I know I need gears or another upper unit, well at least it isn't in the middle of boating season!
  19. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    Spare Stern Drive

    I'll try to get better pictures tomorrow, I am curious because I could hear whining from the top and the lowers don't have any wear marks on them.
  20. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    Spare Stern Drive

    I took the covers off the upper drive and will need an input shaft seal but can someone give me some input on the gears please in regards to the contact of them.
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