1983 Four Winns Liberator 203

[dobs204]

My 1983 203 Liberator needs the following work:
1. 6 ft of main 12" high stringer wood replaced and spliced into existing.
2. Engine box and bulkhead wood replaced.
3. Transome wood has been removed and needs replacing.
4. Decking and floatation foam has been removed and needs replacing.
5. Engine has been removed and needs to be rebuilt.
6. Drive has been removed and needs to be replaced.
7. Wiring harness needs to be replaced.
8. No interior. New interior needs to be furnished and installed.
9. Hull needs new paint job and rubrail.

I am handy with carpentry, fiberglass, mechanical and electrical.
Just a few questions:
1. As fantastic as the lines of this hull looks, is it worth the blood, sweat and tears to restore this boat back to like new condition?
2. Do you have any personal knowledge or know of any references that describe how well this boat planes off and performs.
Thanks in advance.

Best,
William


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[jbcurt00]

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[todhunter]

Only you can answer #1. It sounds like you probably have the skills to DIY it, but I'd guess you're looking at $10-$15k and 12-24 months, assuming you can put in 20+ hours per week and that you'll occasionally have "life" get in the way during that period. If you are sentimental about this boat, and if the time and money sounds ok to you, go for it. It's very rewarding to have a fully restored vintage boat at the ramp and on the water, knowing you did the work.