Va Beach v20 project

[Kracker Jack]

Heres the mptor hanging and stripped, shes ready for priming with zinc cromate.

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/MOTORPAINT_zps659284b8.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/MOTORPAINT_zps659284b8.jpg.html)

[Blue_Runner]

Looking good man...what an epic thread!

Hey, got your message the other day. Did ya'll go? Catch any brown ones? Did you get my PM?

[Kracker Jack]

hey blue, I did not fish down there. A buddy from work went and they did good and caught one that was 72 pounds!!!! I will post pics tomorrow.

[RidgeRunner]

Epic thread, looking over 50 pages worth, I can only fault you for your taste in beer. CL or Nothin for this fat boy. Looking good.. As for fairing with Gelcoat, if you are that close on the glasswork go for it. BUT gel is no where near as easy to sand as fairing putty. Only way to do it and make it shine takes a lotta work. At some point in ?3 coats you have to add the wax to get the gel to cure, graduate your sanding from 400, 600, 800, 1000, 1500, 2000 because you wind up buffing the gel to a shine in the end. Otherwise it will be dull and I don't think going back and adding additional coats of gel after using the wax is advisable. Some other guys add Duratec to the gel I think. Makes it more durable and makes the shine last. if you aren't going to use it as a fairing putty. I got to go back and read Shine's many threads on CSC. He seems to have a grip on it.

[Kracker Jack]

thanks for the info Ridge!!

So I am a thrifty research kinda guy. I like finding products that work but at the same time are easy on the wallet. I am not going to be using the interlux perfection product on my boat because they dont have the color I want so ive switched to a urethane enamel. On the outside above water line and inside liner sides Im gonna be using a paint made by benjamin moore. Its called p22 industrial urethane enamel. After comparing specs with Pettitt Easypoxy and interlux Brightside I have found out that ingrediant wise the benjamin moore product is a step above theses "MARINE LABELED" paints because of the increased polyurethane percentage. The cool thing about the benjamin moore product is that it can be tinted by them any color you want!!!! And the really really cool thing about this paint is that its $34.00 dollars a gallon!!!!! It all goes back to my saying "same $hit , different sack". Shes gonna be getting a paint job here real soon fellas!!!! I realize that enamels are not as durable but it nice when the paint is not gonna be in a high traffic area on the sides of the liner and the hull sides. the floor and cap will be taped in and i will be using the alephatic product in those areas of traffic.

[Kracker Jack]

well completely ignore every thing above!!! LOL! I just got off the phone with the district rep for our area and he is getting ready to paint his regulator with this http://www.insl-x.com/viewProd.asp?prodID=539 its a alephatic 2 part urethane called a urethatic. Its better than alwgrip is what he told me. It can be tinted any color you want and he can get me a huge discount at 60 dollars a gallon. So I guess I will be going with a highly durable paint system.

[Kracker Jack]

Started fairing today!!!!! what a pain in the @$$!!!!!!! all i can say is that its alot of work and freaking sanding!!! cut some holes in my gunwales for my hawse pipes that go thru to my cleats and hotcaoted them. I am so ready for this thing to be done!!!!

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[Kracker Jack]

Dear V20, I am so sorry that I have put you aside for an old ragged jetski. It will be fixed soon and I will finish you up I promise!!!!! lol!!!:you:

[spareparts]

don't feel bad Kracker, I can't find my v20 thread

[bradford]

I dig the hawse pipes.

[reelapeelin]

don't feel bad Kracker, I can't find my v20 thread


When's the last time ya saw yer V20??...much less the thread??:rain:

[Kracker Jack]

Well Im back fellas!!! its been a while!! Lifes complications has put the boat on hold for the past month. I will be starting the boat back up in couple days and will not stop until it is done!! finish pics coming soon

[Kracker Jack]

WOW!!! Its been a while!!! been helping a buddy get his kencraft together forsale. but here is some pics of the motor transom bracket that has been painted and the trim and tilt parts. I used the Moeller color vision gloss white out of a rattle can and it came out awesome! all parts still need to be wet sanded and sprayed with the moeller clear coat
http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/imagejpeg_25_zpsfc8c4f12.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/imagejpeg_25_zpsfc8c4f12.jpg.html)



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[Kracker Jack]

rolled 2 coats of this urethatic rubber surface on the inside of the console tonight. holy cow this stuff is tuff as nails. I really think im gonna roll the whole topside with this stuff. it easy as crap to touch up if it is needed. It chemically reacts to moisture, meaning the higher the humidity the faster this stuff set off and the harder it sets off. Its some pretty cool stuff. im trying to pratice on some hidden stuff so i get my technique down.
http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/imagejpeg_34_zps5648df55.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/imagejpeg_34_zps5648df55.jpg.html)
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[Kracker Jack]

Made a temoplate for my transom wash board today out of an old sheet of FRP. thie template will be tranferred to a piece of 1 inch thick starboard for my final piece.
http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/IMAG0038_zpse2961537.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/IMAG0038_zpse2961537.jpg.html)

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/IMAG0036_zps719f8448.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/IMAG0036_zps719f8448.jpg.html)

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[kamikaze]

Seems your giving up a lot of restate in the transom area for a splash board. Why not move it aft more and use a drop door to provide the necessary room for the engine when it is tilted up for transport/storage?

[Kracker Jack]

thought about doing a drop door and it still can be done. Right now where it sits is only 12 inches off the transom whick really isnt alot. Ive mock fished the boat and have rod holders layed out and it seems that every thing is easily reachable. Im gonna mock the motor up again before I place the washboard and then I will take pics. let me know what ya think.

[draglink]

Looking great Kracker!!

I am still plucking along on my sons V project. I am going to add a splash well similar to that to his. He has the fishboxes in the back that I have to work around, but shouldn't be a big deal.

Side note: I see you still have EXCELLENT taste in beer. This is a motivational Natty pic for you when you splash

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a49/draglink/2013-08-31_141012_zpsb014f094.jpg (http://s8.photobucket.com/user/draglink/media/2013-08-31_141012_zpsb014f094.jpg.html)

[Kracker Jack]

heres the wash board all finished up. I will fabricate the starboard cleats that get mounted to the liner to hold the washboard in place.
http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/IMAG0065_zps4a3e49ea.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/IMAG0065_zps4a3e49ea.jpg.html)

[Kracker Jack]

after a very very long build process i was finally able to apply my epocy primer tonight!!! very excited because for me this is a mile stone. After moving to the new house and getting settled then a break up right at the time my lease ended forced me to move out again so life has been very complicated lately!!! Imk sure you guys are bored to death with this boat and all of you im sure is ready for me to get this thing done. just want to thank everyone for all your help son far. here are some pics from tonight.
http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/IMAG0156_zps7070307a.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/IMAG0156_zps7070307a.jpg.html)
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[reelapeelin]

Kracker...even if we were bored...which we WEREN'T...undressed boat porn like that will restart the juices flowin' inna heartbeat!!...it's too bad all the delays, but yer back to takin' giant steps w/it looks like!!...life goes on and sometimes it ain't all about boats...

Yer build is lookin' GREAT!!...Thanks for the pics!!...:clap:

[Kracker Jack]

thanks Reel! this boat has been my life for almost 2 years now!!! hard to believe its been that long. but i am destined to finish this rig come hell or high water. truelly cany wait to finish her up. should have finish paint on it hopefully by this weekend. then the rigging process begins. looking forward to striper season this year.

[Blue_Runner]

Congratulations on hitting the milestone Kracker! Won't be long now and you are gonna be cruising in a very sweet cc.....

[jasoncooperpcola]

2 years 520 posts and this thing ain't done yet? :hide:
Glad you are making progress now. I ain't touched my V in a year almost.

[bradford]

Looking Sweet Kracker! Probably one of, if not the most epic thread. Wish you were closer so I could come over and drink Nattys.

You do know Natty was the first beer in space right?

http://youtu.be/_00eZtsuJ9M

[reelapeelin]

You do know Natty was the first beer in space right?


WRONG!!...1ST Beer in space was the 1st gulp of Red's Apple Ale I took!!...spit that sh!t to the MOON!!...sorry Lee...v1

[franko]

She looks too have potential !

[Kracker Jack]

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/IMAG0352_zpscf6af700.jpg

And her she sits. 1 coat of primer and she's guide coated,sanded and waiting for second coat. My buddies compressor blew up so the motor getting rebuilt. And this hunting and fishing season has taken up alot of time. I will get her done one day.

[Kracker Jack]

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/IMAG0353_zps7061db97.jpg

So close!!! The floor gets that alaphatic rubber non skid so that's why its not primed. The non skid actually sticks better to raw fiberglass than a primed surfaced.

[the daydreamer]

looks great!!!lets see the final chapter!! this v is like finding the prize in a kracker jack box.lets see whats in your box!!!!!!!!!!

[Kracker Jack]

Been a long time since I have been on here. I hope everybody is doing well Im sure I have missed out on alot of good stuff going on. Im gonna catch up on some threads here in the next couple days. the boat is doing good shes been in a barn all winter with 2 coats of epoxy primer and is ready for top coating. I have all my hardware for her now and my motor is ready to install, so all i need to do is paint her and wire it up. I have been doing some taug fishing and our striper season was one of the biggest dissapointments ever!!! worst striper fishing I have ever seen, all the fish hung out 15 to 20 miles off the beach past the demarcation and never showed there faces inside the 3 mile line at all. Oh well Im ready for this weather to turn so i can get this boat finished up. im posting some pics in the fishing section check them out.:beer:

[Blue_Runner]

Glad to see ya back buddy.....heading over to fishing section now...

[brywheat]

New member- and wow so much done and it looks great. Thinking of taking on a '75 steplift to CC coversion and your thread is one of the best Ive seen. And one of the best forums with great info. Im up in DE and if I take on the project Kracker Im sure Ill have a million questions... Hope the paint is almost on!

[Kracker Jack]

Primed, clean and ready for topcoat. Was gonna paint her today but weather has turned south on us. The boat has been put on hold for quite a while now. But im still pecking away at the ole girl.

[bradford]

Awesome! You're getting close now. More fun things in your future rather than grinding and sanding.

[draglink]

good to see ya Kracker!

[willy]

Ditto on that

[reelapeelin]

Primed, clean and ready for topcoat. Was gonna paint her today but weather has turned south on us. The boat has been put on hold for quite a while now. But im still pecking away at the ole girl.


Sounds like you're on the home stretch!!...looks GREAT, Kracker!!

[Kracker Jack]

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Boats painted. Waiting for her to set up good so i can set the motor.

[Kracker Jack]

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/Mobile%20Uploads/20141228_151215_zps0oozkreu.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20141228_151215_zps0oozkreu.jpg.html)
Went ice blue on the floor it looks awesome and it will help keep the reflection down.

[Kracker Jack]

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/V20%20VABEACH/20141218_154658_zpsmurw0hbd.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/V20%20VABEACH/20141218_154658_zpsmurw0hbd.jpg.html)
Before outside paint i was setting and bedding some hardware. Epoxy primed the outriggers and gonna top coat them with matterhorn white.

[cfelton]

Wow! Youre almost there. Looks great!

[Kracker Jack]

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/Mobile%20Uploads/20141230_205331_zpsnqfojk9w.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20141230_205331_zpsnqfojk9w.jpg.html)
Installed the transom splash board tonight and installed the console
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[bradford]

Looks really great Kracker! I like the hawse pipes at the stern. Nothing but the little details now.

Makes me want to fix up another one. Great Job!!

[Kracker Jack]

Bradford im a true believer in slick and clean gunwales! Seen to many fish lost due to exposed cleats and hardware. So hawse pipes were a must.

[bradford]

Bradford im a true believer in slick and clean gunwales! Seen to many fish lost due to exposed cleats and hardware. So hawse pipes were a must.


Yours really is beautiful. Mine had 6 inch cleats mounted on the top of the cap. When I re did it I went with 8 inch with just the two thru bolts instead of four for a cleaner look and also moved them down to the lower lip so they are tucked in a little and are on the same plane as the mid ship and bow cleats. I love my 85, but if and when I do another it will be a hull with the separate deck and cap like yours. I'm all about simple clean and functional with minimal rigging. Love your console as well. Gonna be swapping the one I have on my skiff out and I considering just building one so I can get exacting what I want.

[Kracker Jack]

Bradford i purposely wanted a small short console. This boat has been very well thought out. I have fished way to many boats with ridiculously huge tall and wide consoles. I dont get it! I like to be able to have good 360 degree visual on a boat. I also simply need a tach, gps/sonar,compass,steering wheel,controls,and a small switch panel. I dont need any more than that hahaha!!! The key is keeping it simple. When i get a t-top all the electronics will go up there. People make things to complicated!

[Kracker Jack]

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/Mobile%20Uploads/20150102_191258_zpsxh7r3l5n.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150102_191258_zpsxh7r3l5n.jpg.html)
Console mounted,steering helm mounted and shifter and cables hooked up. Will hopefully be mounting outboard maybe sunday or monday.
http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/Mobile%20Uploads/20150102_191247_zpsy4pljwwn.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150102_191247_zpsy4pljwwn.jpg.html)

[bradford]

Looks great, very clean and simple. Whats the round thing next to the shifter, tachometer?

[Kracker Jack]

Yea thats the tach......the only gauge a fishing boat needs

[steplift20]

WOW sorry I saw your post number one then jumped to the last post with pics. What a great job your doing. Amazing. There's something about those Vs. They are old but they still look and ride great. Better than new for sure. Nice looking boat you have there Cappt.

[Kracker Jack]

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/Mobile%20Uploads/20150111_162723_zpsigtsirjz.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150111_162723_zpsigtsirjz.jpg.html)
The old 135hp crossflow just dont look right on the back of this boat! I know a many of v20 came out of the factory with a 135 but it just looks wierd on the back of this boat

[Kracker Jack]

WOW sorry I saw your post number one then jumped to the last post with pics. What a great job your doing. Amazing. There's something about those Vs. They are old but they still look and ride great. Better than new for sure. Nice looking boat you have there Cappt.
Yea they are beautiful boats! I was raised as a kid bluefin tuna fishing on an old V20 so i have a soft spot for the v20.

[Kracker Jack]

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/20150117_164638_zpswritas3y.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/20150117_164638_zpswritas3y.jpg.html)
A little brainstorming and came up with this steering set up. I didnt want to bolt the steering bracket to the transom. So i made this plate so that it bolted to the motor bracket. Worked out beautifully

[RidgeRunner]

Still coming along nicely. Wet test?

[Kracker Jack]

Im gonna do her first run in about 2 weeks. Im very excited!

[Blue_Runner]

Love it man!!! I've been watching from afar....lurking. lol

I've always liked the small simple console thing. Are you planning a leaning post or what kind of helm seating?

[Kracker Jack]

Love it man!!! I've been watching from afar....lurking. lol

I've always liked the small simple console thing. Are you planning a leaning post or what kind of helm seating?

Ultimately theres gonna be a leaning post and t-top. Im just waiting for the right deal.

[Kracker Jack]

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/20150208_173434_zpsusgaqv3b.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/20150208_173434_zpsusgaqv3b.jpg.html)

Closer and closer.....might in the water on monday!

[Roycie]

Great job Kracker..Hope mine looks that good when done... Enjoy!!!

[bradford]

Love the low flat sheer line. I wouldn't put a top on her.

[Kracker Jack]

Great job Kracker..Hope mine looks that good when done... Enjoy!!!

Thank you for the kind words. Hopefully yours doesnt take aslong as mine has! Hahaha!! Its been an awesome experience restoring this boat.

[Kracker Jack]

Love the low flat sheer line. I wouldn't put a top on her.

Bradford im tossed up about putting a top on it. My ultimate goal is to have a narrow t-top with a cobia tower. But for now i have to put a bimini top on it because my 8 year old daughter lives on the water with me in the summer time.

[Kracker Jack]

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/Mobile%20Uploads/20150415_181640_zpsuaqilean.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150415_181640_zpsuaqilean.jpg.html)

Did my switch panel out starboard lastnight. Gonna be doing the electrical this weekend and next weekend.

[Kracker Jack]

So as all of you have basiclly watched me learn the art of glassing i have been able along the way share tid bits of things i have learned from others and on my own. With all the work i have put into this boat its wise to protect your investment by not cutting corners in the end. When cut penatrations in your core material you leave it vunerable to water unless you protect it properly. Hot coating raw core edges when you drill holes is very important to keep your boat from rotting. Heres somethings i have done to every hole i drilled on my boat
http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/20150420_113044_zpsz5k93xe4.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/20150420_113044_zpsz5k93xe4.jpg.html)
This hole for the rod holder was treated with 2 hot coats of resin that was reduced 10% with acetone to allow the resin to penetrate the core wood easily.
http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/20150420_132722_zpsuoqt3nnq.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/20150420_132722_zpsuoqt3nnq.jpg.html)

Here is another pic that show a counter sink bit i purchased. I use this bit to to keep the screw threads from pulling the fiberglass up and it also allows the sealant to have room in the counter sink void and not squeeze it all out when screw your hardware down. Also you will notice the white coating, thats a polyurethane based aliphatic roof coaitng by SRC. Its basiclly liquid rollable 3m 5200.

[Kracker Jack]

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/20150420_164009_zpsdziya7qc.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/20150420_164009_zpsdziya7qc.jpg.html)
So i got rid of the sump well that was at the stern i had so many different ideas and whats ifs at the the time i included it. For what reason im not sure i actually raised the floor up about a 1 1/2 when i redid the stringers plus im using selfbailing ball scuppers heres the well cut out. I left the lip so i can put starboard in its place.
http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/20150420_164243_zps1mqh6ogt.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/20150420_164243_zps1mqh6ogt.jpg.html)

Heres the starboard that will cover the hole. With a 8 inch deck plate.

[bradford]

The small details like that will make all the difference in the new life you gave your boat. One worthy of passing down to younger family members. Hard to believe it's been almost 4 years already since you started! I picked up an '83 center console last week that I'll probably just flip. If she had been an early 70's model I'd have to keep her.

Boat looks great Kracker.

[smokeonthewater]

While I have to admit I've missed about 984 of the posts on this one I DO keep checking in from time to time...

Real top notch work.... Maiden any day now!

[Kracker Jack]

The small details like that will make all the difference in the new life you gave your boat. One worthy of passing down to younger family members. Hard to believe it's been almost 4 years already since you started! I picked up an '83 center console last week that I'll probably just flip. If she had been an early 70's model I'd have to keep her.

Boat looks great Kracker.
4 years!! Holy cow! This build has been thru 2 relationships also. Its almost done now its time to fish.

[reelapeelin]

4 years!! Holy cow! This build has been thru 2 relationships also. Its almost done now its time to fish.

Kracker I gotta hand it to ya...you've hung in there and come out w/a GREAT lookin and well thought out V20...good goin' Man!!...Like all the details and the finished over all look...sounds like you fishin' SOON!!...

[SkunkBoat]

Beautiful. Love the wide open stern & the wide gunnels. Has "fishing boat" written all over it.

Would be cool with twin 90HP four strokes ...:hide:

You're sealing that starboard down to keep wash out of the bilge?

[Kracker Jack]

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/20150422_173133_zpsasp7cwuj.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/20150422_173133_zpsasp7cwuj.jpg.html)Started wiring power trim pump today. Here im using connectors with the heat shrink/adhesive.
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I then put liquid tape over the butt connector and slid another heat shrink tube over that creating a good water proof connection.
http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/20150422_181241_zpsmtyivlja.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/20150422_181241_zpsmtyivlja.jpg.html)

Here is the finished product. Next will be the trim switch.

[Kracker Jack]

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The transom organized nicely. I like consolidated and clean. We will be spearfishing out of the back of this boat so keeping things tiddy is important.

[tartuffe]

Turned out very nice, great job!

[Blue_Runner]

Kracker, you are a smart man. Great work on the V. I see calm waters and lots of envious fisherman at the launch ramp in you future.:nice:

[reelapeelin]

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The transom organized nicely. I like consolidated and clean. We will be spearfishing out of the back of this boat so keeping things tiddy is important.

Kracker, you sure got the clean look you were going for...looks GREAT!!...I'm like the question above...are you going to seal and fasten that hatch lid down...Starboard floats ya know...I was on a flats boat recently when the worst case scenario happened...and the splashwell's hatch lid floated up after taking water over the transom...filled the arse end of the boat pretty quick...I can see it happening on yours w/out fasteners holdin' that puppy in place...

Great job on this V...:love:

[Kracker Jack]

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The transom got bumped up to 25 inches today. Its a good feeling . 7 overall layers of 1708 makes this repair solid as a rock.
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Last and final layer of 1708 was a single piece that wrapped the whole transom.
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[SkunkBoat]

hmmm....I should get me some of that 1708 for the finish coat.

Looks like it wraps around corners nice & snug.

[Kracker Jack]

The stuff is amazing!!!! And super strong especially with multiple layup and you change the fiber direction. I built my entire boat with it it wrapped every curve on my boat.

[SkunkBoat]

do you use fairing compound over it before paint?

[Kracker Jack]

The trick to the clear bubble free 90 degree curves is to build up some thickened (fumed silica,cabosil) resin on the outside corners then lay your cloth down and wet it out like usual when you hit the corners with the bubble popper (roller) its like magic when spread the thickened resin under the cloth.

[Kracker Jack]

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Did a little wiring on sunday. Fuse block and switch panel all wired. Just need to install lights and wire them up.

[Kracker Jack]

do you use fairing compound over it before paint?

Yes it will need to be faired before primer and paint. I just barely bump grind the cloth then apply fairing compound as needed. Dont grind out to much you will lose strength. On this repair i had some thickened resin left so i slicked the repair with what i had left just to use it up.

[cterrebonne]

Yes it will need to be faired before primer and paint. I just barely bump grind the cloth then apply fairing compound as needed. Dont grind out to much you will lose strength. On this repair i had some thickened resin left so i slicked the repair with what i had left just to use it up.

What I have done that works really well to not sand into the 1708 is to put some 1.5 CSM down as your last layer. Just so you have something that's easy to sand and you don't have to worry about cutting the fibers on the 1708.

[bradford]

Looking good and good advice all. You'll be happier with the transom at 25 inches.

[Striper80]

How many layers of glass did you lay on the outside of the repair to bring it even? I'm going to be raising the transom on my Grady to 25" as well.

[Kracker Jack]

The last layer of 1708 is the only layer thats meets the edge were i stopped grinding. Every other layer is progressive. Meaning i have 4 layers that build up the ply veneer then 2 final layers......the first of the final outside layer falls short from the grinding by like 4 inches....the last and final layer is the only one that meets the grind edge. It lets you progressively build up your thickness with out having all the thickness at the imediate edge. Hopefully that makes sense.

[Striper80]

The last layer of 1708 is the only layer thats meets the edge were i stopped grinding. Every other layer is progressive. Meaning i have 4 layers that build up the ply veneer then 2 final layers......the first of the final outside layer falls short from the grinding by like 4 inches....the last and final layer is the only one that meets the grind edge. It lets you progressively build up your thickness with out having all the thickness at the imediate edge. Hopefully that makes sense.

I think I understand. You have 6 layers total to match the thickness of the original outer skin, including overlap.

[Kracker Jack]

3 total layers on the inside of the boat total about 3/16 +- thick on the inside. Only one layer wraps the outside of the transom (the seamless piece pictured)and it simply builds the thickness grinded off and completely wraps the entire repair. The other 3 layers are between the ply veneer as i build up the ply layers.

[Striper80]

I'll be raising mine when I replace the transom so it'll be a little different. I also plan on glassing the seem between the cap and transom, getting rid of the aluminum transom cap.

[Kracker Jack]

Yea i never understood the aluminum cap to finish out transoms. A many rotted out due to not having proper sealant from factory. I glassed mine completely and add 7 or 8 layups of csm on top of that to build up thickness

[bradford]

.Yea i never understood the aluminum cap to finish out transoms. A many rotted out due to not having proper sealant from factory. I glassed mine completely and add 7 or 8 layups of csm on top of that to build up thickness

The only thing I figure is it was quick and easy when putting together a mass produced boat with the cap and splash well being separate from the hull.

[Kracker Jack]

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The ole girl fits nicely on her new trailer.

[Destroyer]

Yes she does... and she looks boss.

[Striper80]

Can't wait to see her with the new engine.

[bradford]

That ole girl really is sweet Kracker. I love the simple no frills set up.

Probably one of my top 5 favorite V20s.

[Kracker Jack]

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Heres a shot of the transom bumped up to 25" ready for fairing and paint. So ready for this motor!!!!!

[bradford]

I would caution you putting your filter/separator under the console. Hate to have it leak some fuel or fumes and get a spark. Might mount it on the inner transom between the engine bolts?

[Kracker Jack]

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This boat is so ready for that new motor! 3 more days till i get it.

[Kracker Jack]

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Put on the rub rail yesterday

[Kracker Jack]

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Today i mocked up my single wide leaning post height to except my portable live well. Before i mount my leaning post base im gonna drill a small hole for a wire to come thru the base and put a trolling motor style plug to plug in the live well and operate it from the switch panel.

[cterrebonne]

looking sharp!

[Kracker Jack]

Its getting there!!! Get my new motor tomorrow so i will be hanging it on friday!! Getting really really excited!! I catch myself just staring at it sometimes in shock! It has come along way.

[SkunkBoat]

I guess with the hawse pipe and the sampson post that you'll be mounting an anchor on a tilting roller?

Great idea routing the livewell wire into the post!

[Kracker Jack]

The Bollard/Bit was kind of an overkill. I had it laying around and said to myself it will look badass on this ole classic. I will be putting a bow roller on it at some point. I do alot of tautog fishing and i like the get the rope vertical over structure......it makes for alot of pressure on a cleat setup

[SkunkBoat]

The Bollard/Bit was kind of an overkill. I had it laying around and said to myself it will look badass on this ole classic. I will be putting a bow roller on it at some point. I do alot of tautog fishing and i like the get the rope vertical over structure......it makes for alot of pressure on a cleat setup

This Lewmar tilting roller works great and holds the anchor in place, ready at all times.

[Kracker Jack]

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One happy KRACKER!!!! Went to camden,nc after work today and picked the new motor!

[bradford]

She's really looking sweet! Love the sampson post and the hawse pipes too. I've found thicker anchor rode, like 5/8" or better works better at going through and not getting tangled. Also dig running the wire through the leaning post.

You should be very proud, she's a beauty!

[Kracker Jack]

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Ran the the harness and shift/throttle cables today. Set the console up and installed key/kill switch and binnacle. And put second coat of spar varnish on the wheel base.

[SkunkBoat]

isnt it great having only one gauge!!!

[i4110peter]

WOW! Someone has too much time on their hands :beer:

[Kracker Jack]

WOW! Someone has too much time on their hands :beer:

I think right at 4 years in the making!! Plenty of time! Its been a very fun project. Just worked on it when i could.

[RidgeRunner]

I love it and it is really getting there in a hurry now. Nice work and way to go on keeping us all updated. The pictures and write up is epic. Such a special undertaking with spectacular results. It came out better than many new boats and you did it with your own two hands. Not many can ever say the same. A proud moment. Lastly, I must say it didn't seem like 4 years. Way to gut it out brother. Many a man has thrown in the towel on lesser projects than yours. :money:
Where is that painter? Oh here he is...
:nic:

[Kracker Jack]

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Dolphin gray kiwi grip went on yesterday
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[Kracker Jack]

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Sweet!!!!!

[Blue_Runner]

DAYUM that's a pretty boat! Nice work Kracker....:nice:

[Kracker Jack]

Alot of work Blue!!!!!! You need to come down andvfish this rascal with me!!

[Kracker Jack]

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She has turned out beautiful fellas!!!

[Kracker Jack]

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5 coats of spar varnish made the wood on the console look amazing!!!

[bradford]

This thread is good to show what one can do with that free old raggety hull down the road. Beautiful!

[Destroyer]

Kracker, your boat is a thing of beauty and a joy to behold. Congrats on a beautiful example of what can be done with hard work and dedication. Well done mate, well done!!! :clap: :clap: :clap:

[Blue_Runner]

I'd love to tag along sometime.

You did a lot of smart things - from building up the transom an hanging that economical 140! I probably missed it but what size fuel tank does she have and where is it located?

[Kracker Jack]

Its a 34 gallon poly tank under the console. Plus i will have 12 gallon portable. This is a inshore boat but the 4 stroke definitely opens my possibilities for more range!!

[ReefReaper]

Great job! And a beautiful console!

[bradford]

Its a 34 gallon poly tank under the console. Plus i will have 12 gallon portable. This is a inshore boat but the 4 stroke definitely opens my possibilities for more range!!


I'll bet you'll never need the 12 gallon.

[SkunkBoat]

Its a 34 gallon poly tank under the console. Plus i will have 12 gallon portable. This is a inshore boat but the 4 stroke definitely opens my possibilities for more range!!

60 gallons will get you to Norfolk Canyon & back :sly:

[Kracker Jack]

60 gallons will get you to Norfolk Canyon & back :sly:

Shoot in that case im headed to the Washington canyon for this bigeye bite!!!!! Lol!! 92 miles one way out of Rudee inlet!! Yea Right!!

[Kracker Jack]

Great job! And a beautiful console!

Thanks!!! its designed to be simple and classy.

[Blue_Runner]

Wish mine was a 4 stroke...

[Kracker Jack]

Wish mine was a 4 stroke...

I hunted craigslist day and night for 4 months to even find a decent suzuki 140. It to alot of searching . Funny thing is i found one in Camden 1 hour away.

[Kracker Jack]

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Unreal day on the water!!!!

[draglink]

WOOOOOOOOOO HOOOOOOOOOO, I have been waiting for that splash pic! AWESOME JOB man, from start to finish! More pics and numbers PLEASE!!

[SkunkBoat]

:clap::clap::clap::clap::clap::clap::clap::clap:

[Striper80]

Looks great.

[bradford]

Don't be a tease now.

[Curapa]

Looking good!

[Kracker Jack]

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[Kracker Jack]

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[Kracker Jack]

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[bradford]

Love her floating the chines out of the water.

Not to mention the low profile console and sheer line.

Huge difference, you should be proud!

http://wellcraftv20.com/community/attachment.php?attachmentid=4047&d=1332466970

http://wellcraftv20.com/community/attachment.php?attachmentid=4049&d=1332467061

[cterrebonne]

sweet rebuild!!

[RidgeRunner]

I shed a tear for you. What a moment. Can't say enough about the quality and the overall product. Fantastico!:clap:
Not throwing rocks at my old girl, but that is by far the nicest rendition of the center console I ever saw. You nailed the Classy and Simple and I might add Elegant to the descriptors. :love:

[reelapeelin]

Kracker I'm gonna tell ya...you are the master!!....beautiful design...masterful execution...right down to the perfect powder blue hull...perfect icing on an incredible cake...the right motor...all the design elements work together!!...hope I get to buy you a beer or ten sometime...:beer:

[phatdaddy]

nice job, proof that less is more.

[Kracker Jack]

Thanks everyone for the kind words. I have been fishing the hell out of her for the past 2 weeks. This boat rides amazing and the 140 suzuki is an insane combo with this boat....plenty of power!!!

[A ReelCool Chick]

Amazing job!!!!!!!!!

[Kracker Jack]

Amazing job!!!!!!!!!

Thank you!!

[Kracker Jack]

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Here is a picture of my 32 gallon main tank after running 72 miles out of rudee inlet on 2 seperate fishing trips! This suzuki 140 hp is amazing!!!!!!

[reelapeelin]

I like your built in fuel gauge...pretty reliable I'd say...:beer:

[carbinebo]

Beautiful Boat!
Any idea of the weight of the hull? Looks light and fast with the chines out like that.

[Kracker Jack]

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So this boat is starving for storage and rod holders. Basiclly what i did here was build a box out of ply over top of a wellcraft benchseat. This gonna allow me storage underneath, day storage in the opening in the back and rod holders on the rocket launcher design. Think im gonna do a live well out the back with a cushion on top of lid also. Im gonna use a old pickle barrel as a mold and then glass it on the back.

[Kracker Jack]

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I didnt want to mount/bolt a base for my down rigger permanently to my boat. So lastnight i confifured a mounting style bracet that allows me to bolt my down rigger thru my hawse pipe.

[bradford]

Great idea!

[RidgeRunner]

Smarter than the average bear...:clap:

[bradford]

Smarter than the average bear...:clap:


Yep, if he was in South Georgia (particularly west of I-95) he would have rounded out the heads of some tap-con screws bolting them to the gunnels.

[draglink]

#Christmaslights

[Kracker Jack]

Yep, if he was in South Georgia (particularly west of I-95) he would have rounded out the heads of some tap-con screws bolting them to the gunnels.

Yea using ole tapcons would be some redneck $hit!!

[RidgeRunner]

You ain't as Cracker as we thought Jack.

[Kracker Jack]

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Found this 500 dollars t-top on craigslist today thats gonna fit the v20 perfect!

[the daydreamer]

cool good find!!!!!if you use flitz polish and a buff wheel that thing will look bran new. what color you going to put on?:clap:

[Kracker Jack]

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The ole girl is running awesome. I wasnt able to get the top welded up so im just gonna leave it like this till spring. The boat has performed awesome so far. We have black dea bass and tog fishing alot lately.

[Kracker Jack]

I searched hard for a affordable electronics box for my t-top. So i decided to convert my Smith t-top bag to a cheap functional electronics box. Here is the finish product. It turned out perfect. All i did was build a wood insert for the bag.
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[macojoe]

looks great!!

[Redloon]

Kracker Jack,

Terrific post and great looking boat.

So what model year did this boat start out as? I think I read somewhere in this epic that it was a 70's model.


I'm asking because there is a 1974 V-20 cuddy cabin posted on Craigslist for $500 with trailer and 200Hp Johnson. I plan on looking at it this week once the rain quits here. I could only hope to come close to the sweet boat your boat has become if I attempted the same makeover. You've already done the homework and gone thru the learning curve.

[Kracker Jack]

Red it started life as a 74' cuddy . this boat turned out awesome! I get alot of people that think this boat is a custom carolina boat. When i tell them its a v20 there like "holy ****"! Have also been offered alot of money for it also. Was a really cool experience building it. My buddy laugh when we fish because i cant wipe the smile of my face whenim on it.

[Blue_Runner]

She's a head turner for sure!

[shep65]

Kracker , im rebuilding a 76 V and converting to a CC also .. I've used your threads almost like a how to manual .. Your work is awesome ! I have a question for you ..Actually many questions but Im going to hold back .. Did you stick with polyester all the way through your build ? Bedding the stringers , attaching your gunnel ? and if so any issues ? The conflicting opinions on this has got me spinning .

We live in the same area and ill bring you a case of beer for a conversation

[Kracker Jack]

I used polyester all the way to the end. The boat was oroginally built with it plus my budget couldnt afford epoxy. Are you in va beach? Would be more than happy ti help you with anything you need help with.

[Kracker Jack]

I had a guy not to long ago drive to va beach from richmond just to look to see how i put the boat together.

[shep65]

Im with ya on the budget ..Im using polyester also ..im buying my materials from Eastern Burlap

I was about to glue and tab down one stringer this weekend but chickened out after reading all the epoxy people say don't do it ..My transom is done (in poly) and it turned out pretty good , couple things Im worried about but I think it will be ok . Anyway ..I live in VB . I've seen your boat from the street on the way to Sandbridge a few times. If your not busy Saturday could I swing by and check her out ?

[Kracker Jack]

Shep Eastern Burlap are some stand up guys! They helped me out with alot of product info. I have found that alot of p r oblems with guys using poly is lack of prep and not using fresh greenish blue poly resin. Eastern burlaps resin fresh with minimal shelf life. The brown old garbage resins you buy from the box stores is a joke. The most important thing to do with poly is to perform wet on wet applications as much as possible.

[Kracker Jack]

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Oil changed.....lower unit oil done.....wheel bearing gone thru...brandnew tires....we are ready to roll!

[bradford]

Beautiful rig Kracker.

[the daydreamer]

Now thats a good looking center console!!!!!!

[Kracker Jack]

Well fellas the v is under the knife again. 2 years when i put the t-top on it was temporary meaning i put it on to fish taugs for winter with future plans of removing it and adding a ladder in the rear to allow me to acces the top for sight casting cobia and then powder coating the frame and putting a new top on the frame. Well that time has come. I got a smokin deal on a leaning post livewell so i incorporated my rear ladder/legs to bolts to the livewell/leaning posthttp://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/Mobile%20Uploads/20170217_152644_zpsx7nnitxc.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170217_152644_zpsx7nnitxc.jpg.html)

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/Mobile%20Uploads/20170206_175414_zps3huxggrn.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170206_175414_zps3huxggrn.jpg.html)Heres what it looks like mocked up and ready to weld.
Im also building my electronics box out of African mahogany! Its gonna be a sweet addition to the boat and look really good mounted on that white powdercoated t-top. Lots of pics soon to come.

[Kracker Jack]

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/Mobile%20Uploads/20170220_131058_zps3j8r8vbz.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170220_131058_zps3j8r8vbz.jpg.html)

[Kracker Jack]

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/Mobile%20Uploads/20170307_190809_zpsfbhrqgqw.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170307_190809_zpsfbhrqgqw.jpg.html)

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/Mobile%20Uploads/20170307_190825_zpshztw6h37.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170307_190825_zpshztw6h37.jpg.html)Hand picked this african mahogony for my electronics box. Will be finished clear to match my steering wheel base.

[jvitiel]

Very nice work all around !

[bradford]

Comes a point where you're just showing off man.

J/K!!

She looks great, If I mess around with another one it will be a 70's flat cap center console.

Ps that box looks beautiful.

[Kracker Jack]

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/Mobile%20Uploads/20170314_125341_zps9nphpwwv.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170314_125341_zps9nphpwwv.jpg.html)

So the new livewell/leaning post is getting a little make over. I cut out and installed a insert for my fire extinguisher. And also cut out a access hatch out of the front of the leaning post for a small storage space. Cant have enough storage on a boat like this.

[Kracker Jack]

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/Mobile%20Uploads/20170310_090238_zpswgs7oncx.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170310_090238_zpswgs7oncx.jpg.html)
Here is the mahogony electronics box with the top on it. It is roughed in now and ready for a finish sanding and then about 7 coats of spar varnish. Im gonna be using a 1/4 inch cast acrylic in a smoked bronze color for the door. Finish product soon to come
http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/Mobile%20Uploads/20170314_125508_zpsmtgaxags.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170314_125508_zpsmtgaxags.jpg.html)

Here is he new hardtop i fabricated out of Starboard xl (30% lighter than starboard). I also turned the t-top in for powdercoat yesterday. Lots of cool stuff going on. Excited to put her back together.

[bradford]

Good use of otherwise wasted space, love that box, a very classy build.

[3 Squids]

Is that one sheet of the Starboard or did you have to put multiple pieces together? Where did you get it?

[Kracker Jack]

Is that one sheet of the Starboard or did you have to put multiple pieces together? Where did you get it?
Its one sheet.....60"x96" its the xl kingboard. Alot lighter than your standard starboard. Norva plastics in Norfolk,Va

[3 Squids]

Its one sheet.....60"x96" its the xl kingboard. Alot lighter than your standard starboard. Norva plastics in Norfolk,Va

Nice. I know exactly where that is. Might just do that I read if fooling with that busted *** fiberglass one. Thanks man.

[Kracker Jack]

Nice. I know exactly where that is. Might just do that I read if fooling with that busted *** fiberglass one. Thanks man.

I walked all over my 3/8 top last year but it was just little to flemsy so i up graded to the 1/2 thickness. Added a little more weight but my structual upgrades i did to the top shoould make up for it.

[Chanhyx]

Just starting to redo my V20 CC, coming down from a 27 inboard, incredible build man, i've got so many ideas and things that I like and would like to emulate that i've seen in this thread.....Need to repower or do some significant sorting out of the merc 150 plus fuel system etc...it's basically a restore and the hull I want to start with.... would like to add a second station that doesn't fold, maybe walk-thru if need be but would prefer a true second station... concerns about being tippy, can two big guys go up top and still maintain stability?i'm in great bridge and i think we messaged some before....congrats on your build, any performance #'s with the 140?
Here's a pic of my new junk.....http://i275.photobucket.com/albums/jj300/Chanhyx420/Unlocked%20album%20for%20Sharing/20170220_131026_zpshcf9s8lp.jpg
:beer:

[kamikaze]

Kracker:

How much head room do you have? From one of the photos you posted it looks to me like your going to have to remember to duck when you come out from under the new top, or that aft diagonal bar might just help you to remember next time?

Nice configuration with the live well.

Kamikaze

[Greyduk]

KJ, I just looked at your post about rebuilding your V. I started at page 1 and followed the progress. What a fantastic job you did!! It really turned out great. It is nice to know that there are guys out there that have the ability and determination to do what you did. Hats off to you.

How does the Suzuki DF 140 perform. I had the same engine on a 20 ft. bay boat and it did a good job. If I were to repower I might consider that engine. I have a Suzuki DF 175 on a 22 ft. bay boat and it does a really nice job of moving that boat around. So I know that would be a great choice as well.

[Kracker Jack]

Kracker:

How much head room do you have? From one of the photos you posted it looks to me like your going to have to remember to duck when you come out from under the new top, or that aft diagonal bar might just help you to remember next time?

Nice configuration with the live well.

Kamikaze

To be honest i have never noticed the bars being in the way.....now that you say something i will smack my head on it! Lol!

[Kracker Jack]

KJ, I just looked at your post about rebuilding your V. I started at page 1 and followed the progress. What a fantastic job you did!! It really turned out great. It is nice to know that there are guys out there that have the ability and determination to do what you did. Hats off to you.

How does the Suzuki DF 140 perform. I had the same engine on a 20 ft. bay boat and it did a good job. If I were to repower I might consider that engine. I have a Suzuki DF 175 on a 22 ft. bay boat and it does a really nice job of moving that boat around. So I know that would be a great choice as well.

My personal opinion is its the perfect motor for our boats. Is freakin sips gas! Its almost scary its so economical. It has great torque and power. The hole shot is great. It pushes the boat beautifully when loaded down with gear and coolers. If i put another motor on it tomorrow it would be the new 150 suzuki.

[Kracker Jack]

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/Mobile%20Uploads/20170323_132828_zps4kqpyrcy.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170323_132828_zps4kqpyrcy.jpg.html)
http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/Mobile%20Uploads/20170323_134740_zpsenuzllkm.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170323_134740_zpsenuzllkm.jpg.html)

Im like a little kid on christmas morning. T-tops done and have second coat of spar varnish on the electronics box.

[Kracker Jack]

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/Mobile%20Uploads/20170402_173328_zpsumggdmtn.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170402_173328_zpsumggdmtn.jpg.html)

The tops looks awesome on the boat.

[jjuriga]

yea it does!!

[Blue_Runner]

X2!!!!

[Kracker Jack]

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/Mobile%20Uploads/20170403_162547_zps0xd1qixo.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170403_162547_zps0xd1qixo.jpg.html)
http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/Mobile%20Uploads/20170403_192634_zpshu40piif.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170403_192634_zpshu40piif.jpg.html)

T-top mounted. Electronics box mounted. And did some wiring.

[Destroyer]

Totally AWESOME Kracker. Well Done Sailor, Well Done!! :clap: :clap:

[macojoe]

Looks very nice indeed good job

[Kracker Jack]

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_2225_zpsfdzhwy7h.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_2225_zpsfdzhwy7h.jpg.html)

Hardtop installed and antennas
http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm75/sandbridgeco/Mobile%20Uploads/20170409_183930_zpstsebbn56.jpg (http://s293.photobucket.com/user/sandbridgeco/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170409_183930_zpstsebbn56.jpg.html)

[Destroyer]

Looking great.... just remember to lower those antennas when you are trailering... one underpass and you can kiss those babies goodbye. Put a note on your windshield the night before you are going out so you cannot forget.

[the daydreamer]

KRACKER, been a long time since i have seen any of your post! Your boat looks amazing!!!!!! Hats off to a truly wonderful build. I just saw your post about your t-top and have some questions. My t-top looks almost exactly like yours.Can you explain how you got the kingboard to conform to the arch in the the frame ,how did you attach it to the frame,how did you hide cables and wires? Do you still have a pattern you used to shape the top? Please pm me with so more info as i would really like to do that to mine.What kind of cost did you encure start to finish. thanks in advance JOHN:sun:

[Kracker Jack]

The Starboard XL board i used will conform to the top and will create memory. I used clamps to keep it clamped to the top. My top when it was originally made the top was held down with stainless screws the were drilled a tapped.

[Kracker Jack]

Curtains are finished. Put a lot of money in this boat past couple weeks but she is looking good!

[Kracker Jack]

More pics of the ole girl

[Kracker Jack]

The new motor is off the freaking charts. She screams!

[bradford]

Shes beautiful

[phatdaddy]

nice, very very nice.

Enjoy it!

[cfelton]

Beautiful, Really nice job!! Love that top!

[Destroyer]

Kracker, she's a thing of beauty. No doubt about it. But I have one question. The new side curtains look like they are attached to the gunnals. So how do you get to the front of the boat with them up, or am I missing something?

[wellcraftv20step]

Really nice !!

[Kracker Jack]

Des here is my summer set up. It consist of 3 panels...the front panel and 2 side wing panels. The side wing panels can either clip to the console creating a dog house style set up of they can clip to gunnels like pictured creating and wall effect. When the 4 and 5th panel or the winter time panels are attached you can walk thru the side panel and wing panel. Kinda hard to explain with out pics.

[Kracker Jack]

This wing panel unzips from the side/gunwale panels then you unclip from gunwale and walk thru.

[Destroyer]

Ok, that's a cool design. I like the fact that you can have them in either position. Out to the gunnels they act like the breaks on a Destroyer (Breaks = breakwater) Designed to prevent waves and spray from traveling down the sides of the ship. Closed they will provide a nice sheltered area during colder weather for you and your passenger(s). Smart idea. :clap::clap::clap::clap:

[3 Squids]

That's definitely a sweet setup there Kracker. Very nice.

[Blue_Runner]

Man that is reeeeellllly cool. You just keep making that boat better and better.

[3 Squids]

As I’m getting closer to getting going on my V21 project I know I’ll be referencing this thread ALOT so I figured I’d bump it up to make it quicker to find. Love this build.

[Kracker Jack]

It has been a long time since I have been in here!!! I hope everyone is doing well. A lot has happened in my life since this thread was started. Im getting ready to start a transom bracket thread on this boat. I’m gonna close the transom off and put a bracket on. Been fishing this boat pretty hard, took it on a 7 day trip down to Islamorada last November (these boats are perfect for that kind of fishing). I will post some fishing pics soon.

[randlemanboater]

Having taken my old V20 to the Keys numerous times I agree that the V20 was designed and built for the Keys.

Looking forward to seeing your bracket thread.

[Pipe_Dream]

It has been a long time since I have been in here!!! I hope everyone is doing well. A lot has happened in my life since this thread was started. Im getting ready to start a transom bracket thread on this boat. I’m gonna close the transom off and put a bracket on. Been fishing this boat pretty hard, took it on a 7 day trip down to Islamorada last November (these boats are perfect for that kind of fishing). I will post some fishing pics soon.

Keys fishing trip in a V -- we want pics! We want pics!

:sun: