Greetings.
First post here at 2CoolFishing.
Been browsing the site for about a month.
Excellent fishing community.
The reason for my post is that I am considering spending some money on my 1978 Boston Whaler Montauk. Grandfather bought it new in 78. It has been handed down over the years and is still a reliable boat, but it could use some work.
It could be a long project, investing little by little as time goes on, but I like the idea of moving at my own pace - as opposed to having a monthly boat payment.
The motivation of this thread is to get some feedback and opinions for some of the tasks involved.
I have used the search function for the site, and there are some useful discussions bookmarked for future reference. Additionally, I understand that there is another similar thread, that was recently posted, discussing a 1976 Whaler.
I wanted to start my own thread, considering each are their own project and may have a different path.
The following details my boat and what my objectives are.
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Resources
http://continuouswave.com/whaler/
http://continuouswave.com/whaler/reference/16-17/
Hull Specifications
- 1978 Boston Whaler Montauk
- Length : 16' 7"
- Beam : 6' 2"
- Draft : 9" (Engine Tilted Clear of Water)
- Weight : 950 lbs
- Max Horsepower : 100 HP
- Minumum Horsepower : 30 HP
- Transom Height : 20"
Motor Specifications
- 1978 Johnson 85 HP
- Model Number : 85TL79R
Pre-Project
- Initial Inspection of Hull. This is to ensure that the hull can withstand another 10 to 15 years. No sense in investing if there are sincere concerns.
- Begin locating places of business locally that can provide quotes on the various tasks.
Primary Tasks
- Remove All. Motor, Wiring, Center Console, Wood Hatch at Front of Boat, Seat, Gas Tank Mats, etc.
- New interior layout design.
- Spray Interior with New Finish. Brand to be decided upon.
- Potential Hull Repair. Knicks, Scratches, etc.
- Procuring a New or Used Motor. Initial preferences are Yamaha or Honda. Will continue to research.
- Re-Wiring the boat.
- New Trailer Tires
Secondary Tasks
- Clean Up Center Console
- Sand and Finish Tique Wood.
- Trolling Motor. Rear Section of the Boat.
_________________________________________________________________
I suppose this is where I am interested in getting some feedback.
- Am I missing anything critical on my preinvestment checklist?
- General feedback on anything on the checklist.
- Suggestions on vendors that can do some of the work that will be required.
- Etc
My hope is that I can continue this post as things progress - if I move forward with the project. Revisiting it on occasion.
Thanks.
Sneed
First post here at 2CoolFishing.
Been browsing the site for about a month.
Excellent fishing community.
The reason for my post is that I am considering spending some money on my 1978 Boston Whaler Montauk. Grandfather bought it new in 78. It has been handed down over the years and is still a reliable boat, but it could use some work.
It could be a long project, investing little by little as time goes on, but I like the idea of moving at my own pace - as opposed to having a monthly boat payment.
The motivation of this thread is to get some feedback and opinions for some of the tasks involved.
I have used the search function for the site, and there are some useful discussions bookmarked for future reference. Additionally, I understand that there is another similar thread, that was recently posted, discussing a 1976 Whaler.
I wanted to start my own thread, considering each are their own project and may have a different path.
The following details my boat and what my objectives are.
_________________________________________________________________
Resources
http://continuouswave.com/whaler/
http://continuouswave.com/whaler/reference/16-17/
Hull Specifications
- 1978 Boston Whaler Montauk
- Length : 16' 7"
- Beam : 6' 2"
- Draft : 9" (Engine Tilted Clear of Water)
- Weight : 950 lbs
- Max Horsepower : 100 HP
- Minumum Horsepower : 30 HP
- Transom Height : 20"
Motor Specifications
- 1978 Johnson 85 HP
- Model Number : 85TL79R
Pre-Project
- Initial Inspection of Hull. This is to ensure that the hull can withstand another 10 to 15 years. No sense in investing if there are sincere concerns.
- Begin locating places of business locally that can provide quotes on the various tasks.
Primary Tasks
- Remove All. Motor, Wiring, Center Console, Wood Hatch at Front of Boat, Seat, Gas Tank Mats, etc.
- New interior layout design.
- Spray Interior with New Finish. Brand to be decided upon.
- Potential Hull Repair. Knicks, Scratches, etc.
- Procuring a New or Used Motor. Initial preferences are Yamaha or Honda. Will continue to research.
- Re-Wiring the boat.
- New Trailer Tires
Secondary Tasks
- Clean Up Center Console
- Sand and Finish Tique Wood.
- Trolling Motor. Rear Section of the Boat.
_________________________________________________________________
I suppose this is where I am interested in getting some feedback.
- Am I missing anything critical on my preinvestment checklist?
- General feedback on anything on the checklist.
- Suggestions on vendors that can do some of the work that will be required.
- Etc
My hope is that I can continue this post as things progress - if I move forward with the project. Revisiting it on occasion.
Thanks.
Sneed
