1990 Donzi F-23 Refresh - Tons of pictures

[jcupo6]

Re: 1990 Donzi F-23 Refresh - Tons of pictures

Here are some shots of the bilge/transom. It's dirty, but looks better than I thought it would.

 

[jcupo6]

Re: 1990 Donzi F-23 Refresh - Tons of pictures

 

[jcupo6]

Re: 1990 Donzi F-23 Refresh - Tons of pictures

And last but not least, the cabin with all cushions removed.

Found some more storage space, more PDFs and a screen for the access hatch!

The inside anchor panel

 

[scipper77]

Re: 1990 Donzi F-23 Refresh - Tons of pictures

The inside anchor panel

Thanks

That was a golden opportunity to plant something really cool in there or photo-shop in a prop... Could have had some real fun with us!!

 

[jcupo6]

Re: 1990 Donzi F-23 Refresh - Tons of pictures

Thanks

That was a golden opportunity to plant something really cool in there or photo-shop in a prop... Could have had some real fun with us!!

What, like this?

 

[Huron Angler]

Re: 1990 Donzi F-23 Refresh - Tons of pictures

LOL Looks like almost enough to fill her up with a fresh tank of fuel for spring

 

[proshadetree]

Re: 1990 Donzi F-23 Refresh - Tons of pictures

NOPE Not even enough fuel. You must give up a kidney and a lung. Next tank an arm and a leg. good thing you got the screaming deal or it would be a shame sitting in the driveway making engine noise. I have found my old tubs run 15 mph faster that way. She sure looks good.

 

[jasoutside]

Re: 1990 Donzi F-23 Refresh - Tons of pictures

Fun stuff man, kid at Christmas, eh!

 

[jcupo6]

Re: 1990 Donzi F-23 Refresh - Tons of pictures

Yeah, I think I've found just about everything there is on her, now I just gotta get everything cleaned up and running properly.

Is it March yet?

 

[jcupo6]

Re: 1990 Donzi F-23 Refresh - Tons of pictures

Haven't done much to the Donzi as the weather has been crappy pretty much every saturday this winter, but it does seem like spring is right around the corner (57 and sunny tomorrow woohooo). Almost have the motor squared away, hope to have her running tomorrow (cross your fingers)!

I refinished most of the teak on the boat. I used Sikkens Cetol Marine Natural Teak because I read amazing reviews. A little bit of light sanding, three coats of Sikkens and done! I was worried about the color at first, but once everything was installed I was blown away! Looks great and was soooo easy!

Before:

 

[jcupo6]

Re: 1990 Donzi F-23 Refresh - Tons of pictures

After:

There's a teak strip along the top of the electronics box that I'm afraid I can't remove without destroying, so I'll just clean it up while still attached.

 

[proshadetree]

Re: 1990 Donzi F-23 Refresh - Tons of pictures

Photos videos and more progress I demand it! Teak looks great man when you coming to do mine?

 

[boatguy94]

Re: 1990 Donzi F-23 Refresh - Tons of pictures

Just came across your thread. Sweet boat! Probably the only fiberglass one I would get after learning :facepalm: the hard way. Can't wait to see everything shined up, and running. The teak looks amazing.

 

[jasoutside]

Re: 1990 Donzi F-23 Refresh - Tons of pictures

Man what a difference! Very nice Jerry!

 

[jcupo6]

Re: 1990 Donzi F-23 Refresh - Tons of pictures

Photos videos and more progress I demand it! Teak looks great man when you coming to do mine?

Haha, I'm workin on it! Hopefully there will be a bunch of updates for tomorrow and maybe even a video!

Just came across your thread. Sweet boat! Probably the only fiberglass one I would get after learning :facepalm: the hard way. Can't wait to see everything shined up, and running. The teak looks amazing.

Thanks man! You and me both!

Man what a difference! Very nice Jerry!

Thank you! I'm just surprised how easy it was. I was planning on hours of sanding and prep work. To be honest it probably took about 30 minutes of sanding total, for everything . Good stuff!

 

[sprintst]

Re: 1990 Donzi F-23 Refresh - Tons of pictures

It's cool how the redone teak makes her look mew again. It's quite the before and after pic

 

[jcupo6]

Re: 1990 Donzi F-23 Refresh - Tons of pictures

Update:
The motor is running...kind of... It's starving for fuel and smoking more than usual. I was talking to my mechanic and he's confident the VRO pump is the cause. Apparently when they go bad they tend to leak oil into the carbs. We're gonna drain the carbs, disconnect the oil pump and see what happens. I?ve been reading that most people seem to disconnect the oil pump to remove the risk of failure anyway. If all goes well, we'll be ready for the water by the end of Saturday. (yes there will be videos if she runs!)

Also, the trim assembly is bad so I picked this guy up on ebay for $149, free shipping and a 7 day money back guarantee. Apparently it's a great price, as long as it works!

 

[jasoutside]

Re: 1990 Donzi F-23 Refresh - Tons of pictures

I'd love to see her floating Jerry!

 

[jcupo6]

Re: 1990 Donzi F-23 Refresh - Tons of pictures

I'd love to see her floating Jerry!

You and me both

I'm hoping (praying) to have her in her slip in a month. It all depends on the motor and my wallet. :facepalm: I still have to finish the repairs, top off the tank and rent a slip :facepalm:. I need a second job!!

 

[jcupo6]

Re: 1990 Donzi F-23 Refresh - Tons of pictures

Well fellas, turns out I'm gonna have to sell the Donzi... Have a possible job reloaction in the future and am going to start saving up for a house. Bah!