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[J13MEX]

I agree, even in person it looks lovely and shiney but.. Its becuase its wet at the time. Once dry is is very dull/matt. It did cross my mind just laquering it to give it the shine but decided I want the boat white with my "trademark" green colours and a few cheeky team website stickers!

here she is dry.

Jamie

 

[oGaryo]

that'd come up looking great with a days work using a rotary polisher...

 

[lisilou]

Ahhh yeh, I can see now. Can't wait to see her finished Jamie.
L

 

[landlockedpirate]

that'd come up looking great with a days work using a rotary polisher...

Agree completely, original gelcoat will always look better and be more hardwearing than a painted boat. It seems a shame that after you have done all the hard work you are just going to slap on a bit of paint.

Is polishing it an option ?

 

[J13MEX]

Very true but the problem I am going to face is the fact that it has the "spider web" cracks. You can see the main one on in the first few pictures. Any ideas? There is also a little chip at the rear that needs a bit of filling also but can get away with vinyl wrapping this part and same on opposite side and making it look decent. Hmmm

 

[rafiki_]

Very true but the problem I am going to face is the fact that it has the "spider web" cracks. You can see the main one on in the first few pictures. Any ideas? There is also a little chip at the rear that needs a bit of filling also but can get away with vinyl wrapping this part and same on opposite side and making it look decent. Hmmm

Painting over the crazing (gelcoat cracks) will not work. You have to route these out with someting like a dremel, then fill with glecoat filler. You can get coloured pigment to match your colour. If you paint over the crazing it will reappear rapidly, and you will be left having to remove all the paint to do it properly.

 

[Spi D]

Being a motorsports man I'd suggest you go for more than minimum power. Speed and hole shot is extremely fun in small boats and although you are not leikly to find a 25 hp with power trim, trimming it right is crucial.

Rule of thumb says no less than 75-80% of max rated hp if you want the boat to perform as designed for.

If 25 hp is max no less than 20 hp would be my choise. Must be proper leg length as mentioned and then you'd need a propeller that allows the engine to reach the recommende rpm range (similar to gear ratio in a car).

 

[J13MEX]

once again thanks for thwe replys. I spent a few hours polishing part of the boat today and im not feeling the colour/finish so I have decided to continue prepping for paint. I have primered a small area of the bow to see how the prep work is doing and a pat on the back is in order just a case of sorting this cracks now, another few hours on the rear of the boat sanding and its good to go to the bodyshop!

Thanks for the engine advice. I would love to stick something bigger in (the chap who owned it before me said its rated to 40 but i am unsure. He run a 35 and said it was epic fun but I woul rather listen to the guys who know!

 

[J13MEX]

No more updates with the boat as of yet but going to view a 28hp Yamaha 2 stroke for 250 sheets!! He purchased it brand news 20years ago I believe it was and rarely used it as he went for 4 stroke. Bargain potentially here! He also has a 25 Yamaha for 350. Updates tomorrow.
Jamie

 

[rafiki_]

Good luck with the engine. You ought to see it running before sealing the deal.

 

[Baddox]

Nice little project, I’m sure the matt finish will polish out.

Are the SOT kayaks for fishing from, it’s what boats were made for?

 

[J13MEX]

Will have a good look and see them running tomorrow. Really looking forward to seeing this piece together now.

The Kayaks are just for the beach really

 

[Baddox]

The Kayaks are just for the beach really

It's never too late to try

 

[J13MEX]

Are Kayaks good to fish from? Never considered it tbh

 

[rafiki_]

Depends what bites

 

[Baddox]

Are Kayaks good to fish from? Never considered it tbh

Fishing from kayaks can be effective and is growing popularity. Here’s a link to more info. http://www.anglersafloat.co.uk/

 

[Jim@sea]

The Honda could well be a bargain ( depending on age and condition ) but a four stroke is really too heavy for a boat like that.

Look for a 15-25hp 2 stroke.

With respect. For a boat of that age and the way it is going to look you should try and match it with an equally old (but immaculate) outboard engine and then you have something to be proud of.

 

[J13MEX]

I have now found the engine. 1970's Yamaha 28hp 2stroke. Guy purchased it new, used it a very limited number of times a year and then stopped using it totally around 8 years ago. Very helpfully guy, spent 2 hours just talking and learning. Pics soon

 

[J13MEX]

Paints going on as I type this going a very light almost "baby" blue. Looking good

 

[BosnBill]

Keep us posted J13. Always wanted one of those!