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  1. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    88 Capri Restoration (Splashed 08/2022)

    I hope I don't, but if I do, I can't say I wasn't warned lol.
  2. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    Spare Stern Drive

    I would love to fall into a situation like that. Where I live most of the ones I see for sale look roached on the outside and laying in the weeds, I know the inside is what counts but because of that who knows how it was cared for. I'm not in a pinch for one, but it was a question that ran...
  3. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    88 Capri Restoration (Splashed 08/2022)

    I'm sorry to laugh, but OMG, that's funny! I'm glad nothing bad happened of course but what you described is what runs through my mind!
  4. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    88 Capri Restoration (Splashed 08/2022)

    I'm actually adding more than what was there originally, but with everything sealed up, I'm not worried about rot. I could have tried different colors or patterns, perhaps, but I'm an old-school sucker for originality. I need to thank @todhunter for the suggestion on carpet.
  5. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    Cracked hull, bottom of boat

    After going through the fiberglass stage, I would have loved to have someone else do the dirty work, but where I'm at now, I'm glad I had the experience. Now, if my situation was like you explained earlier, my feelings may be different. I hope you and your family get many years of enjoyment!
  6. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    88 Capri Restoration (Splashed 08/2022)

    The question I always have running through my mind is "What did I forget?" The main thing is, don't forget the drain plug!
  7. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    88 Capri Restoration (Splashed 08/2022)

    Hi all, I made a decision on color (Jasmine), which is closer than I expected. I always thought that the original carpet had a taller pile and heavier weight, but I couldn't believe how wrong I was as the pictures tell the story. I decided on 24 oz. Which was a very small increase in price...
  8. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    Next project. Free boat.

    That's great, but make a hole larger to eliminate the possible wood to eliminate the wood contacting water. I used pex and a little 3m 5200 on the outside, whether I needed to or not.
  9. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    Next project. Free boat.

    I wanted to mention, but I think I'm too late to not run the bottom of the transome to the hull where the drain hole is. I cut out an opening in the transom wood slightly larger than the opening of what the hole would be and filled it with PB; this way,when drilled I hopefully eliminated a...
  10. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    Somber news for iboats forums members.

    Rest in Piece Don.
  11. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    88 Capri Restoration (Splashed 08/2022)

    Just some of the small things I purchased, not all were needed but I figured get them since they were available and would be used in the future. Now time to get busy lol.
  12. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    88 Capri Restoration (Splashed 08/2022)

    I know, and I think that is where the anxiety is coming from! I can't believe this is my third year working towards this moment. I don't think I could handle setbacks at this point lol.
  13. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    Spare Stern Drive

    Lol, yes that would help!
  14. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    Carburetor Fuel Filter

    Thanks for both of your inputs 😊.
  15. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    Spare Stern Drive

    Out of curiosity, when looking for a spare stern drive, what one might look for? I personally would avoid salt water units.
  16. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    88 Capri Restoration (Splashed 08/2022)

    Well, I got her moved into the driveway and ordered the last few things that I feel should be replaced before setting her in the water for the first time in 8 years. I ordered: Fuel fill, vent, bilge hose (original from new) Bought bilge blower hose Need to install: Control Cables Speedometer...
  17. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    Is it worth replacing my transom here? (I have NEVER done fiber glass repair)

    My boat is new but doesn't have the sentimental value yours may have, but rebuilding her gave me a sense of pride that I can't describe. Getting your boat back in the water with the family ties you have with it will be soooo fulfilling and make new memories along with reliving the old ones.
  18. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    Carburetor Fuel Filter

    I know originally there should be a spring, but there wasn't one in this carburetor and wouldn't have been enough room anyway. I only thought of a rebuild on this because the engine wouldn't idle at 650 (closest I could get was 900 rpm) and had an irradic drip at idle. I'm hopeful that my...
  19. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    Carburetor Fuel Filter

    I have a curiosity question. I had bought a rebuilt carburetor when I was working on getting the engine running couple of years ago when I first acquired the boat but what in the world would cause this? I am rebuilding the original so I am not immediately needing this one but I have never seen...
  20. 88 Capri (2022 SOTY)

    Fuel Inlet Fitting

    Thanks for the response. I only asked because my boat is snowed in and can't get in it to check the dimensions. I have seen possibilities being 5/8x 5/16 or 3/8 but was hoping someone might recall a part number from Walker or Dorman 😊
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