Took the boat out for the first time (w/ pics)

[BigB9000]

Yup, the little thing I have been working on for the past few months, finally took it out.

ran great, was a little rough due to the flat bottom, but nothing back breaking. Had to adjust the throttle cable at first (was a tiller engine, new controlls) But otherwises fine.

Launched great, started right up, moved quickly, and easy to stear.
The caprice towed and launched it just fine too. all and all, a good little boat.

small and easy seems like the way to go. there were the guys there at the ramp with me, with there 30' + boats yelling and screaming at whoever was helping get it back on the trailer. Made me look like a pro taking all of 2 minutes to launch and retrieve the boat

here are the pics, and my home made high-jack plate:

 

[zach103]

Re: Took the boat out for the first time (w/ pics)

LUCKY!!!!!!!!!!!!!! mine still has no floor.. and knock on wood going to get a tow vehicle soon.. i want to go out ont he water so bad

 

[BigB9000]

Re: Took the boat out for the first time (w/ pics)

LUCKY!!!!!!!!!!!!!! mine still has no floor.. and knock on wood going to get a tow vehicle soon.. i want to go out ont he water so bad

As one pro boater to another, I can tell you its not all fun and game out there. theres a lot of distractions, like, other boats with girls in skimpy suits, and they bounce as they pass you....

 

[zach103]

Re: Took the boat out for the first time (w/ pics)

i know. i was out there last summer but some shaft broke in the engine. and it hasnt been out since. ..

other boats with girls in skimpy suits, and they bounce as they pass you....

thats good lol

 

[Navy Jr.]

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Wow! Nice job. Very impressive, indeed.

 

[zach103]

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it deff looks nice.. why does the motor seem to be so high up? does change the steering or speed or somehitng like that??

 

[tomh59]

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Good for you bro'. I need to get out there soon. Been stewin' in the northeast
for 6 months. I'm very ready for some fresh codfish chowdah.YEEEEHAH!!!!

 

[BigB9000]

Re: Took the boat out for the first time (w/ pics)

it deff looks nice.. why does the motor seem to be so high up? does change the steering or speed or somehitng like that??

Its a long shaft engine, boat is set up for a short. had to raise it 5-6"

1.5" square tubing, and angle iron seemed the best way to go.

(and by best I mean cheapest)

 

[a2theb]

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BigB - What lake is that? Sure was hot in SoCal this weekend!

 

[BigB9000]

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it puddingtston.

walnut huh? not too far. ever been there?

 

[a2theb]

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Actually I've never been there! Always thought it was a small lake. 30 footers there? I guess it they can get on the lake then my 20' will be fine. How is it? Does it get pretty crowded on weekends? I think I may have to check that out on a mid-week day! To think I could be boating in minutes opposed to driving an hour or more to get on the water!

 

[BigB9000]

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its not small, but its not big, ya know?

and they make you drive in a circle, they will explain everything to you and give you a map to help you figure it out.

then you promptly forget/leave the map in the car, so you sit there and watch everyone else till you figure it out. i went saturday, and there was a 5 minuet wait on the ramp (if that) but i got there at 11, and when i was leaving around 3, there were 4 or 5 trailers waiting to launch.

driving in circles is ok i guess, but i just wondered off into the fishing area (empty) and floated around and looked at stuff.

its $15 to launch and park. and they want a life jacked, one of thoes square floaty things, and a fire extinguisher. oh, and you have to be currently registered

 

[tashasdaddy]

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our are very similar, also with a jack plate, 1966 Sportscraft Sportsman, 1988 50 rude. yesterday was her first run, like a champ. now for seats, used a milk crate.

 

[pduquette]

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Sweet ride BigB ! A lot like mine , @14'10" it will scoot like a jetski dosen't chug gas when the 40 is in tune , and will still gets envious looks from the guys with the big toys. I'm sure you'll make lots of friends this summer!!

 

[BigB9000]

Re: Took the boat out for the first time (w/ pics)

our are very similar, also with a jack plate, 1966 Sportscraft Sportsman, 1988 50 rude. yesterday was her first run, like a champ. now for seats, used a milk crate.

hey, thoes are very close. only you have a bimie top thing. i need one of thoes.

that and oil will be my next boat purchase

 

[stevewolverton]

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small and easy seems like the way to go.

Small boats rule! Nice little rig.

 

[tomh59]

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stevewolverton-your boat is clean and super cool man. VERY nice rig

 

[puddle jumper]

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AAAAAAAAAAA nothing like the maiden voyage of the year

 

[Williaaz]

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Nice job on the boat.

 

[eeboater]

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stevewolverton-your boat is clean and super cool man. VERY nice rig

I'll second that...

I love those older boats when they are re-done. Mark42 has a boat that I'm in love with as well... I never had a taste for those older boats until recently... wonder how I changed!!