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    1999 Crestliner FishHawk 1750 Restoration

    Thank you, I did that yesterday and with exception of 2 6x6 inch areas that had wet foam on the bottom (which I have removed) the foam is dry. This is very surprizing given that the boat was without cover for some time. I have found LePage gap filling foam at the Orange store that is closed...
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    How good is your diy aluminum boat paint job

    Thank you, do you think I can expect similar performance as the factory pain job?
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    1999 Crestliner FishHawk 1750 Restoration

    So, over the last few days the old carpet was removed from the sides and floor was removed as well. The carpet was a huge struggle and lots of elbow grease. I have figured out that gas dissolves it best but still slow. Also the heat gun and scraper work well on the thicker areas. Question for...
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    How good is your diy aluminum boat paint job

    Hi Guys, I am considering repainting my crestliner that is currently beige into Grey or black. The original paint is in really good shape and is very tough. I am concerned that despite all prep, diy pain job will start peeling. But I feel that beige tones of the boat do not look modern. Even...
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    1999 Crestliner FishHawk 1750 Restoration

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    1999 Crestliner FishHawk 1750 Restoration

    Yesterday got good progress on the demo. Rear casting platform is taken apart, side boxes are disassembled. Dashboard is also taken apart. I think I will keep majority of the wiring, as it looks to be in a good shape. I have pressure washed internals as well.
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    1999 Crestliner FishHawk 1750 Restoration

    Does anyone know a good source for marine switches? I have looked at Amazon and they are all different. Current switches are tired-looking and I would like to add few more for interior lights and for music.
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    1999 Crestliner FishHawk 1750 Restoration

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    1999 Crestliner FishHawk 1750 Restoration

    So, is the picture upload gone completely? It is difficult to run the post without being able to upload pictures. 😞
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    1999 Crestliner FishHawk 1750 Restoration

    Ok, Let's Go! Here is a new to me FishHawk. I was looking for some time for the fishing boat project. Main criterias were solid hull, wide body (90 inches plus), length of 17+, side console. This boat will be used for fishing (casting, trolling, jigging). This boat was purchased for 4750...
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    Diy Jump seats

    Yes, exactly like the store boats you described. My local store did not have them in stock for me to explore, so I was hoping one of the members here DIYed something like this
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    Pressure treated plywood in aluminum boat

    I think I will try a transom first. It does not have to be glued upon. And then will make a decision re floor. I think I will start the new thread with restoration. Hoping to start digging into it next week.
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    Pressure treated plywood in aluminum boat

    This looks awesome. I am planning to redo the floor and use vinyl flooring glued with either carpet glue or contact cement. Do you know if this sealant leaves dry finish?
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    Pressure treated plywood in aluminum boat

    Hahaha, you did. Will do exterior acx plywood with fiberglass resin over it. How many coats do I need and is there a particular type that you can reccomend?
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    Diy Jump seats

    I have been following your build and have to say, that I am amazed at your persistence. You have started with zero boat knowledge and already managed so much and so good! Way to go brother!
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    Diy Jump seats

    I am very handy, but luck imagination lol. I am good in repeating and improving, not inventing
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    Pressure treated plywood in aluminum boat

    The motor is 90hp. It is bolted
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    Pressure treated plywood in aluminum boat

    Sorry, was not clear it is 3 sheets of 5/8. Motor is bolted.
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    Pressure treated plywood in aluminum boat

    Existing transom is 5/8 x 3 ply. I was thinking of exterior grade with epoxy in between sheets and covered eith epoxy. Not sure how much width it will add and if the whole sandwich will fit.
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    Pressure treated plywood in aluminum boat

    Hi all, do not want to open this can of worms but will still do lol I am replacing a transom on 1999 crestliner and was thinking of using pressure treated plywood. In the past this was a big no-no, as chemicals in treatment ate up the aluminum. I have been researching MicroProSienna treated...
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