If anyone knows somebody in the San Jose Bay Area that is looking to buy my Ranger let me know. I got everything done, been taking it out and it has been fantastic. My family wants to get into ocean...
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If anyone knows somebody in the San Jose Bay Area that is looking to buy my Ranger let me know. I got everything done, been taking it out and it has been fantastic. My family wants to get into ocean...
Looks complicated but its not. I used the Bluesea schematics for the engine management system so that's all documented by default. The trolling motor wiring is it's own isolated system with it's own...
1st trip out to the local lake with the nephews and niece. Going to take advantage of this boat after all those years of blood and sweat! It was an awesome day where they learned how to work as a...
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Probably redundant info, but figured I would provide a list of what the features are and some of the critical work done. - Boat is for sale if anyone is really interested. $15K and must be local.
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lol thx. Actually had shoulder surgery in Dec and used the boat to get back into work shape as a field service engineer. electro mechanical equipment. Perfect therapy, made good use of all the spare...
General comment... If you are thinking about taking on an old boat, just be aware that it's likely most parts, documentation, ect. just don't exist anymore. You have to have some ingenuity in...
Ended up ripping even the control cable (100% wiring) and installed a new shifter too as the old one was just to unreliable even after a good rebuild. The new controller is just awesome and I am so...
Just got back from a 4 day trip in so cal. Ran boat for 3 solid days for the first time since owning boat and completing majority of the overhaul. One thing I observed is that the livewells take the...
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Some more recent pics of boat. 2 bank charger for start battery and accessory battery. 3 bank charger for trolling motor up...
Got any pic of your 168V?
Thanks fellas. I will try and post new pics of the current work. Been knocking it out pretty fast. Got all electrical done except the fish finder install and the livewell timer switch I am waiting to...
So what was the final outcome? Any pics?
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I had a ton of patched up holes on my nose, so I found some soft non slip material designed for surf boards that dressed up the nose. I just installed in a few weeks ago, so we will see...
Novel Idea to have a combo of different surfaces!!! I will maybe put a small patch of carpet for my wife and that will also keep her in that area. I love it!
All I got to say is wowwzers! What a beautiful boat...
Fantastic points all. I am sure there are many more out there that will continue to add to the lists. definitely dropping weights could be a negative, but luckily they aren't as big as 16 oz jigs...
I can't seem to figure out why anyone would want carpet in a fishing boat. I fish a lot and it just seems like carpet has so many negatives over positives. Feel free to add to the lists. Open...
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Still go through overhaul, but had to get my baby in there...
1982 350V - my son (11YO) and a nephew are working on it together. See my album and posts for the detailed pics.
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1982 Ranger 350V - Recently added LED lighting on front and rear platforms, deck and in all compartments including under seats. Deck and platforms have dimmer switches, which are great....
Sorry to those who commented and got no response. I had an injury that took me out for more than a year, lost the fire and just recently started back up on this project to finish it off. To reply to...
05/29 - Finished covers with non-skid. Read Journal for tips. Installed cement board with epoxy to underside of platform and deck for sealing and strengthened support. Nephew came through with his...
You read my mind. I discovered the underside unprotected when I stripped the floor and could see it flex. I felt under and knew immediately it had minor damage, but could be salvaged with some extra...
5/26 - Made deck drain covers (epoxied 2 together for rigidity) and routed out deck so the covers sit just below deck surface.
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Bilgekote brand paint. Was told by the manufacture it will be fine for livewell too. One part product. Paints on very nice and easy. Dries hard with gloss look. Specific for bilge compartment so...