New guy checkin in...
 

Hey guys, I have just broke the news over at ClassicMako.com so next step is to introduce myself here. I have had 2 classic Makos for the last 17 years. The first one was a '75 236 inboard, next one was a '79 235 with twin Yammies. I was ready to downsize a little and the ONLY boat that would fit the bill was a V20 center console. I found a really nice '78 with a 2.4 Merc. The boat is solid but the transome will need attn in a couple years.
I am familiar with Makos, but not so much with Wellcrafts. I did grow up with a cuddy model back in the early 80s--perfect boat for the lower Chesapeake.
Well I have started with new steering, sanding the teak, removing all the old boot stripes and decals. I am looking forward to getting this thing wet, have a few projects first though.
Iam curious about this model with the forward seating, I have never seen this. Was this an option or did they make these for just a couple years?

Anyway, here are pics--

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a49...0814001115.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a49...llcraft033.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a49...llcraft032.jpg

http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a49...llcraft028.jpg

Congratulations and welcome, what a beautiful Boat ..

welcome to the cult, i am sure with your mako background, you are familar with the sickness. i have always wanted an inboard mako after seeing jaqueline bisset dive off one in "The Deep". i am not that familar with the center consoles and layouts, but you can look through the different years in the gallery and probaly get some more info.

Hey guys THANKS!

phatdaddy- Yeah I sold the inboard 4 years ago and it still stings!

Looks like your going to have a nice boat! Virgin bottom?

Welcome! Clean ride.

oh, and welcome to the site!!!:clap:

Always impressive for new guys to be able to post pictures right off the bat...

Welcome DL. She looks like she will be a nice one when you get her up to your standards

welcome aboard.......nice boat post em up:clap::clap::clap:

Welcome and great looking ride... Looks like you have the makings of a great boat there. :beer: