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Title: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: M4wdFab on October 25, 2022, 06:21:01 PM
i dont know why but i have been looking at boats, or more so outboard motors and such


might build something this winter. 



its been 2 decades since i have owned a boat and im sure the laws and such have changed
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: mr.mindless on October 25, 2022, 10:06:55 PM
Lol

I/o outdrive parts are gold apparently. Any $500 boat is probably a profit center if any parts are good.

We need licenses to drive boats now. I scored like 70 on a pretext without reviewing anything but I read a lot of boat stuff when I was a kid. Not bad.
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: Harrison on October 26, 2022, 12:44:35 PM
Guys I think Smike’s account got hacked
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: Wingman on October 26, 2022, 05:48:47 PM
Guys I think Smike’s account got hacked

hahahaha
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: M4wdFab on October 26, 2022, 10:27:10 PM
 8)
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: M4wdFab on November 18, 2022, 04:26:52 PM
like this just says put that big cam 5.3 i have in with a super soft marine tune , and like 2 saturdays of cosmetic work and have a bad ass little skeeter

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/449011133883837/
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: M4wdFab on November 18, 2022, 09:02:14 PM
250$ come on, thats like a good lap dance back in the day

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/370228568552408/
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: M4wdFab on December 02, 2022, 09:16:11 PM
there are so many good boats listed this week! 


lol
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: M4wdFab on December 11, 2022, 07:30:14 PM
so walking the plywood section of HD this week, last time i built boats you could get luan subflorring with sweet mahogny face on it for like 10$ a sheet.... its like 40$ a sheet now F me.   not sure i could build what i want for less than a grand in wood and hardware / glue / glass.   really tempting to pick up  ashit box and slam an ls motor inboard in with a boat tune. 
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: mr.mindless on December 11, 2022, 09:16:05 PM
lumber prices make me want to puke
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: M4wdFab on December 11, 2022, 09:20:48 PM
saw diesel was 4.99 in Leroy though tonight when i got off the thruway... hope?
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: mr.mindless on December 11, 2022, 09:37:38 PM
One and only one station I see has dropped price. Jetta down to a quarter tank, time to start paying price attention
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: M4wdFab on January 01, 2023, 06:21:55 PM
man this is the exact boat i was looking to build.  2k with a 70hp merc? if its not a scam thats a dam good deal


https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1212940026221376/ 
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: M4wdFab on January 09, 2023, 09:20:53 PM
Mike are you going to get your boat going for this summer? 


im actually looking to get a 4+ seater with gear going for this summer.  my mom and aunt/uncle arent getting any younger and id like to make the treck to my childhood cottage up in canada again this summer with them. 

def will need some early season shenanigan testing lol 
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: mr.mindless on January 10, 2023, 08:17:16 AM
“Hopefully” is the best I can do…
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: gif on January 11, 2023, 01:27:26 PM
I bought this 1986 open bow in 2016 for $1000.
My boy wanted to try wakeboarding.
Added a wakeboard tower/rack and sun shade.
Repaired a soft spot in the floor and installed new carpet.
Rebuilt and reupholstered the seats.
New head gasket (reason they were selling)
Upgraded to electronic distributor.
Tuned the carb
New bellows (2022)

Figure I got <$2000  in it total.

It's dated, but is perfect for the amount of time we actually use it.
The boat is stored indoors whenever its not in the water.
I see sooo many boats sitting outside in the weather...  Nothing kills them faster...

(https://i.imgur.com/ixbfe7C.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/sgoJiwO.jpg)


 
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: etk300ex on January 11, 2023, 01:30:15 PM
looks good!
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: M on January 12, 2023, 12:34:39 AM
I see sooo many boats sitting outside in the weather...  Nothing kills them faster...

Thats the absolute truth. Everyone is amazed how old our Honda jetskis (2005) are and they're mint. Always garaged.  Zero sun fade or stains.

Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: cracker on January 12, 2023, 09:59:19 AM
wow, nice collections of toys! 
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: gif on January 13, 2023, 03:13:45 PM
Those look well cared for.


I see sooo many boats sitting outside in the weather...  Nothing kills them faster...

Thats the absolute truth. Everyone is amazed how old our Honda jetskis (2005) are and they're mint. Always garaged.  Zero sun fade or stains.
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: M4wdFab on January 17, 2023, 10:12:58 PM
this looks sweet for 600$ of fun with papers lol

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/697027188688164/
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: mr.mindless on January 17, 2023, 10:25:10 PM
Solid, and at these prices who cares if it’s a Bayliner
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: M4wdFab on January 17, 2023, 10:30:18 PM
whats a 350 cobra?  is that chevy?
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: M on January 17, 2023, 11:00:24 PM
whats a 350 cobra?  is that chevy?

Yes. Technically an OMC but it's a chebby block.

https://forums.iboats.com/threads/difference-between-omc-and-chevy-350.244481/
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: M4wdFab on January 17, 2023, 11:06:20 PM
cool.  i guess if im going to go IO i want something i have a chance of just bolting an LS to and ditching the POS thing it came with


i know there are seals and bellows and water pump crap that are probably shot meh

would really just rather an outboard motor setup that can be serviced or swapped as a unit   i have never owned anything larger than a 25hp outboard though
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: M4wdFab on January 17, 2023, 11:08:23 PM
and currently own an 18hp evenrude im sure would fire right up and might need a new impeler from sitting for 15 years in my moms basement.  1964 unit my grandfather bought new, was passed down to me. ran it for a few years on a fishing boat in my teens, and then ran on an 8' hydro in my 20s for a bit. 
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: M4wdFab on January 17, 2023, 11:16:48 PM
sent message to bayliner guy for ball size and availbility

Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: M4wdFab on January 21, 2023, 04:12:58 PM
never got a response, listed as sold now

Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: M4wdFab on January 21, 2023, 04:18:53 PM
this guy says asking 600 for a 60hp Merc that should run  (plus a boat and trailer no papers)

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/888049602632965/ 

looks like a good swap or parts unit for this guy

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/544739660529179/ 


so many choices

asked if this guy was interested in a jeep or delivery sedan for trade negotiations lol 

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1210945873179035/


i really would like a bigger heavier boat honestly so towing 4hrs with my mom/aunt/uncle is less of a dump truck ride in my 4500 lol 
hopes to hit family cottage once this summer before everyone dies and its sold off havent been there in decades. 
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: M4wdFab on January 24, 2023, 08:43:26 PM
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/449011133883837/


looks like minor and major rebuild kits are available and reasonable for berkley jet drives

150$ for and LS adaptor to 1350 spicer parts that bolt to drive input
seats?  some wood and glass, mount work

i have that 5.3 big cam motor that would be fine and sound pretty nasty


lister says it does have a HIN plate, looks like its easy to get papers in NY for boat, trailer not so sure. 
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: mr.mindless on January 24, 2023, 10:55:46 PM
Jet boats seem like a good time. I’d rather have one that can bounce off rocks though. Props seem fine to me for clear water go-fast.
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: M4wdFab on June 04, 2023, 07:36:02 PM
been crusing MP this week.  looks like ill be heading up to family cottage in Canada for the 4th and it would be fun to throw a beater together. 

looking for under 1000$ wet ha
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: M4wdFab on June 04, 2023, 07:37:14 PM
love old school looking 70s boats, they fit the era of the lake we are on.  fine with an outboard, if inboard, would prefer shaft drive for later LS swap ha
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: M4wdFab on July 04, 2023, 02:49:25 PM
had fun reviving an old 60s merc 9.9 this weekend at the family cottage.  my uncle couldnt believe what i came up with to break the flywheel free to get to the points.  haha thing fired right up and ripped all weekend just like it was put away last season.  hadnt run in 15+ years with a few others failed at revival over the years. 

canada law is anything under 10hp doesnt need to be registered

this looks so fun
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1261223067852912/
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: etk300ex on July 04, 2023, 06:38:53 PM
That’s awesome! 


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Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: M4wdFab on July 04, 2023, 09:27:33 PM
15 in a 9.9 shell would do it for that boat haha  probably be in the low to mid 30s with right prop and feel like 90mph


https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/959838312104346/
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: gif on July 25, 2023, 05:31:35 PM
FOR SALE.  $2500 Firm.

Posting here before I put it on Marketplace.  Contact me @ 585 770 3604 for pics and details if interested  Available for viewings after .Aug 9th.

Mercruiser 140hp Engine / Alpha One outdrive.
Wakeboard tower/rack and sun shade.
New: Coil and electronic distributor conversion, carburetor, bellows, outdrive water pump and seals.
Rebuilt and reupholstered seats, new floor carpet.
Bow/cockpit snap on cover and mooring cover included.
Shoreline single axle trailer with rollers. Open box frame design. Good load D tires.  Working LED lights.
Stored indoors during off season.
Ready for the water.    Titles in hand.
Wakeboards not included.





(https://i.imgur.com/ixbfe7C.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/sgoJiwO.jpg)
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: gif on August 14, 2023, 09:51:22 PM
SOLD! 

(https://i.imgur.com/f7hPZfph.jpg)
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: M4wdFab on August 28, 2023, 09:36:49 PM
couldnt resist for 25$ on market place tonight, same year and frame as our 9.8 i got running up at our cottage this year.  guy said he had it running last week, but impeller not pumping so shut it down.  otherwise good. 

even had the fuel connector that i needed!  (that are 20$)

ha, fun
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: M4wdFab on September 03, 2023, 11:03:39 AM
another cool old merc 20H for sale local. 

so fun, id love to build another Hydro and see what a real vintage motor would do ha

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/825791132431898/
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: mr.mindless on September 03, 2023, 11:49:39 AM
That thing is a work of art. Woo
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: M4wdFab on September 04, 2023, 05:33:44 PM
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/918304152600514/
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: mr.mindless on September 04, 2023, 08:59:55 PM
Dooooo iiiittttt
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: M4wdFab on September 14, 2023, 08:37:46 PM
the 1958 Mark28 i picked up (22hp)  i got to fire a couple nights ago after servicing the points.

water pump came in today. 


i guess this automatic transmission outboard is a little different that most. 

first step to changing the impeller is the remove the power head  :o
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: M4wdFab on September 17, 2023, 05:36:58 PM
picked up free set of Evenrude controlls that will work with my 1964 18hp.   (forgot mine got sold with the hydros sadly)
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: M4wdFab on September 19, 2023, 09:51:38 AM
not bad for free, cables all look good and work
Title: Re: lets all have dumb 1000$ or less boats next year
Post by: M4wdFab on October 11, 2023, 09:52:22 PM
International guy yesterday had a pile of outboard motors in front of the truck when i went to look at it. one caught my eye.

picked up a Merc KG7 for 60$.   didnt look at it yet closely, felt locked up. missing prop but complete otherwise.