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Perfect, thanks for the writeup. That sounds simple enough. Update on the trailer, I had to leave it at the shop. My mechanic was laughing cause even the hub on one wheel was entirely wrong, he went out to pick one up for me. So the wheel with the bearing that was too large also had a larger hub. I am so glad I went to get the trailer checked out prior to continuing to use it. So now I have new bearings, seals and 1 new hub. He said I should grease spring/fall and other than that, said I should be good. Picking up the trailer in the morning as I had to go to work. Should have some pictures from tomorrow over the weekend.

I brought the boat/trailer to my lufelong mechanic and he lifted it and the wheels wobbled when he moved them. He is gonna repack and see if the play goes away. He said it was a good thing I brought it in. Update, he sent me out for new bearings and seals. The incorrect bearings were used, they were too large which caused the play.

Is it hard to convert the Suzuki to use a tank since right now it only holds a gallon in the engine? Also what do I mount dad's seat on, build like a wooden column type structure or pole? Update : just got home from work and my minn kota power center, transducer mounting board, and 5200 3oz tube was waiting for me. It's coming along

OK, I will encapsulate the rear beach and mount the swivel seat, that sounds easy. What about the middle bench I have? I would like that flat floor from the back box to the front. If I create the deck up front like I currently have which covers the front bench , is that where I mount that pedestal you linked on top of that or would that be too high. Sorry just want to ensure I build this right. I am thinking of starting next week. Figure 2 weeks to do it. Also should I use the trolling motor up front in the block he made or on the transom since the Suzuki motor is off? Thanks again for everyone's help. I am a complete beginner with zero knowledge so I am so greatly appreciative of all the advice. I am learning so much!

Thanks, that floor is perfect. I can build the front deck, put storage there and one swivel seat. Then I can make a bench for the rear with a swivel and in the middle, I can make a column with a swivel seat there as well. This way my center of gravity is low and the boat is stable. Thank you so much. I have been driving to limber years and finding pieces of marine wood around here that was scrap. They have been letting it go either free or cheap so I should be able to do this relatively cheap, which is why I am asking. I told my dad I am taking him fishing Friday. I didn't say I have a boat for him, just gonna surprise him. I figure I will take him out once, and then restore it and drop it off. I am dropping the trailer off tomorrow to my mechanic to inspect the bearings and repack them. He said it would be 60 dollars but with the limited history of the trailer, I want to be sure.

OK, I was thinking of building him a flat floor to make it easier. Maybe I will redo the benches then cause they all flex a bit when sitting on them, I do not know how well they will hold up, my wife says they bow when I sit. This is what I was thinking. Do you guys have a better idea of what I should do? Maybe just redo the benches, add a better deck, storage etc?

I am sitting here at work and thinking about only having the one box for flotation foam, should there of been more? Should I add some? Also where do you pick up seat pedestals? I can't find reasonably priced ones.

Thanks again for the help. I am going to take the boat out this Friday on an electric motor lake. I will do the work after the trip to have more time for the 5200 to set up. I did order a transducer board and will follow the advice here. Just to clear up a couple things, I should try to remount the cables and holders through the same holes. If the screws are smaller, it should be fine with the 5200 correct? Thanks again.

Here is what I would like to remove. They used 7 screws and then one hole for the wire to enter the boat. And then the other holes on the sides of the boat, I have no idea what the other holes are for but I also want to remove those black plastic clips screwed in. So I need to patch 8 holes in the rear and around 12 on the sides. I am half tempted to find a tig welder. I did buy the transducer mounting board so I will install that when it arrives.

OK I found a plastic transducer mount for 17 dollars on amazon. Most people seem to mount these horizontally. My question is the previous depth finder has about seven holes vertically as they mounted cables to the boat as well. Should I order two of these or what's a better solution. I don't get off of work for awhile so I will post a picture later.

I think I may do a water test this weekend. I will fill it with a hose up to the lip in the boat where is sits in the water. My dad always liked the turquoise and white combos on classic cars. I was thinking turquoise up top, white on the bottom unless it's too hard to paint the bottom of the boat.

Would you use the bed liner paint outside or inside the boat?

Thanks, so regardless I should cut off the alligator clips? I will buy the minn kota box to make it easy. What your friend did has me intrigued. I think I might take this boat down on the winter, spread 52 over every seam and rivet, sand it smooth and use the rustoleum roller brush method to paint the entire exterior. I have no idea how to use an air sprayer so the roll on looks to be a good bet. It's a 1960, so it could use a touch up both in and out, especially the sealer. I noticed there is no foam box in the rear, only the front.

Thanks, I am sneaking to my dad's this week, gonna steal his trolling motor and his fish finder. Gonna get it all set up and ready to go. I need to wait on the secretary of state for an affidavit cause the trailer tag and trailer title is off 1 number. Should I buy the minn kota battery box or just the plain plastic one.

OK. So if I use 52 and seal the holes, should I do the wood trick too? I plan on mounting a 20+ year old hummingbird fish finder that is new in the box there. Not sure the best route to go. I have small holes near the middle seat above the water line, should I do 52 or jb weld. I will probably paint the top of the boat over the winter in the garage. I think I am going to build some decking for my dad as his knees are shot. Thanks guys, I am a complete beginner and I like to do things correctly the first time as I do not have the money to do it twice. Wow wish I had the patience for that. I will probably paint the top of the boat over the winter. Is the 52 really that strong to hold up on its own with nothing else under the water line?

Thanks. Should I buy a rivet gun and use rivets along with 52? I was watching some videos of repairs done that way. The old depth finder has 7 separate holes and all beneath the water line.

OK couple questions. I bought a new brass drain plus to replace the plastic one, it is 1/2 inch. I started looking around the boat and wanted to do a couple things. The plastic oar holders are broken, I want to remove them but what do I do with the holes? Also above the middle seat on both sides of the boat are 4 holes on a rectangle pattern spaced about 3-4" apart horizontally and a boy 2" vertically. Any idea what these could of been? Last question, there is an old depth finder screwed into the rear of the boat, I want to remove it, what should I do to the holes. Thanks

Just got back home. Picked up a Interstate 27dc battery. I thought they carried Die Hard but they didn't. Hopefully Interstate is just as good as die hard. Paid 79 plus 15 core charge. 12 month warranty. Now I need the battery case and life jackets.

Thnaks Thomas, appreciate the long writeup. Hearing about your dad makes me even happier I am doing this. It's funny, in my 20's I barely called my parents. Now in my mid 30's I basically talk to them daily. I realize how short life is and how much they mean to me, I just want to spend as much time with them as I can. Thanks again for the help. Eventually when I get it in the water, I will post a picture of my dad's first catch, even if it's a bluegill lol. Quick question. I am going to Costco for groceries. Should I buy a 27 diehard or this battery has a 40 off 100 coupon, and then I am hit with a 20 dollar core charge, so 99 dollars for this. https://m.advanceautoparts.com/h5/r/shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/autocraft-marine-rv-12-volt-deep-cycle-battery-group-size-29hm-675-cca-29hm/10312646-P?searchTerm=battery+marine+%26+deep+cycle

Thanks! I have been standing in line at the dmv for almost 2 hours now lol. I want to get everything set before giving it to my dad. Should I go with battery tender or Schumacher

Walmart sells Everlast Maxx, costs 99. I think I will go to Costco tomorrow as they sell interstate. I will pick up a 27. 2 more questions. Which trickle charger to buy/do I leave the battery on it 24/7? And do I need a black marine case for battery

We have batteries plus in Illinois or interstate

Thanks for the advice and explanations. I feel better. I ran up for a cover already, bought some oil mix, and now I need a battery. The boat came with an anchor and oars. It's also wired for a depth finder. Only thing he said it may need is a new plug as it's a bit chewed up. Also do you fish in a life jacket, or do you keep it it aside?

Which battery did you buy Thomas? I need to buy one tomorrow.

Just got home. What an adventure. I got the boat. It's a 1960 14ft starcraft. The motor started first pull and it came with oars, and on old Shakespeare trolling motor. The benches in the boat are wood in fair share. The seats work good. The boat itself was clean and the trailer had a new jack and new winch, everything worked well. The carpeting on the floor is just a peel and stick and in rough shape. I am hoping I got a good deal, I paid 400 and traded some junk I didn't need like a hammock, some cameras etc. I am second guessing myself about the other boat that had the seats removed and new floor. Maybe that was the better deal even with the trailer lean, lights not working, and the motor lever being broken? Let me know what you think fish. Also is the ub12350 a good trolling battery or do you recommend anything better. https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B09sI4WAjoayUGltbW5zVE1kX1E/view?usp=drivesdk https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B09sI4WAjoaySmFEOTRFUHlFS00/view?usp=drivesdk https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B09sI4WAjoayZzVSTGJXazVtcXM/view?usp=drivesdk