I can get a new quicksilver top mount control/binnacle for $100 but I'm trying to find something for less. Any ideas appreciated.

Don't just look for Merc controls, Yamaha has a nice binnacle style that can be made to work with the Mercs. May have to go with 3300 cables due to the differences in connections but if a deal could be had.
I only came up with three cleats. A couple old ratchet mounts, one 4" SS GPS fixed mount, acouple LED lights, a couple Beckson inspection plates and the handrail. You making progress??

did I mention, you da man? Thanks.

I've been scouring the net for cheap parts and I also robbed some stuff off of an old boat of mine sitting in a buddy's horse pasture... I did talk to Sean the other day.. he told me he isn't coming up here till march..... of course it'll be cold and snowy out till then anyhow... he also told me about the "cold" 70 degree weather you guys are getting down there..... must be rough....

Yeah, We went boating last weekend and the bikini's were still out. Sunday was 82.

I don't need the controls any more... still looking for a footwell and maybe some rod boxes.