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Forum: Boats For Sale or Wanted 06-08-2019, 11:18 PM
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Posted By i4110peter
1973 Classic V20

Hate to do it but priorities dictate that I sell my boat. $5000 Mercruiser 165. Comes with fish finder, marine radio, complete canvas top, Yamaha 9.9 kicker and custom built trailer. Very clean, runs...
Forum: Classifieds 06-07-2019, 11:11 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 382
Posted By i4110peter
1973 Wellcraft V20 Steplift

Hate to do it but priorities dictate that I sell my boat. Mercruiser 165. Comes with fish finder, marine radio, complete canvas top, Yamaha 9.9 kicker and custom built trailer. Very clean, runs good....
Forum: Repairs 10-12-2016, 03:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 351
Posted By i4110peter
Definitely Broke!

Took the boat down to the lake and got it off the trailer, started the engine, put it in gear and just about shook the back off. The only thing different is that I am putting pressure on the outdrive...
Forum: Repairs 10-11-2016, 06:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 351
Posted By i4110peter
Confused Now....

Took the boat up to a repair shop, hooked up water to the drive, stared the engine. No noise! Put outdrive in gear, no vibration. Going to take it to the lake tomorrow and test it in the water....
Forum: Repairs 10-09-2016, 07:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 351
Posted By i4110peter
Heavy Vibration

Went out Thurs, got boat up to speed, and I think something let go in the outdrive. Still goes into gear but vibrates so badly it's scary! I just had the gimble bearing replaced in March of 2015 and...
Forum: General 05-01-2016, 11:19 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 111
Posted By i4110peter
Last years Silver

Got this one fishing out of Winchester Bay OR last year. Can't wait to do it again. Nothing like smoked salmon! Be sure to note the hoodie I'm wearing!
Forum: General 05-01-2016, 11:11 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 146
Posted By i4110peter
Ready for year 43

My 43 year old V20 is ready for another year of fishing and fun.
Forum: General 04-19-2016, 10:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 178
Posted By i4110peter
Last years success

This was last year after extensive work on the boat.
Forum: General 04-19-2016, 10:47 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 178
Posted By i4110peter
Spring Cleaning

Pulled the boat out of the barn for a shakedown cruise on the lake. Yes fish were caught. Boat is running beautifully. The money put into it last year was well worth it.
Forum: General 04-19-2016, 10:33 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 978
Posted By i4110peter
So sorry

So sorry for your loss. Know that she is in a much better place now. May God bless you as you work through this.
Forum: General 07-03-2015, 11:42 PM
Replies: 718
Views: 36,005
Posted By i4110peter
Too Much Time

WOW! Someone has too much time on their hands :beer:
Forum: General 06-30-2015, 01:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 300
Posted By i4110peter
Well Float My Boat!

Took her down to the lake today for maiden voyage. She is like a new boat. The work/money was worth every penny. The only bad part is the the lake is down to Sept levels. I'm glad that the ocean...
Forum: Modifications 06-27-2015, 07:29 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 510
Posted By i4110peter
V20 Deck Mod

I would like to contact the person that posted this deck modification picture. I would like to do the same and would love to see more pictures of it. Tired of falling into the hole! Thanks for the...
Forum: General 06-26-2015, 01:38 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,627
Posted By i4110peter
Mine is a '73 and I've had it for 35 years. Been...

Mine is a '73 and I've had it for 35 years. Been around the block with it and always enjoyed the trip. Take care of it and it will take care of you.
Forum: Repairs 06-17-2015, 05:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 281
Posted By i4110peter
Smile She Lives Agian!

Finally got to breathe life back into "O 4 Pete's Sake" today. After major transom repair, new(used) outer transom plate, gimbal bearing assy and a few bucks, got her running today and she sounds...
Forum: Repairs 03-24-2015, 11:04 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 610
Posted By i4110peter
Transom Repair Cont.

Here are the latest pics of the transom repair. Waiting for the transom plates to be installed before bringing home for engine install.
Forum: General 03-11-2015, 09:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 215
Posted By i4110peter
Unhappy Found the Gallery

I found the gallery but I don't have 100 post so can't participate yet. Thanks.
Forum: Repairs 03-08-2015, 05:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 610
Posted By i4110peter
Off to the Transom Doctor

After looking at the cost of replacing her (my boat, not my wife) we've decided to have her repaired. Tomorrow it's off to the transom doctor. I then need a new outer transom plate. And this all...
Forum: General 03-06-2015, 12:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 215
Posted By i4110peter
Photos and Albums?

I used to be able to go out and see other peoples photos and albums. When I go to the community page, pictures and albums, I see only my own album. Am I doing something wrong? Wouldn't be the first...
Forum: Repairs 03-04-2015, 11:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 228
Posted By i4110peter
Paint Color

I have a '73 and I took off one of the air intake cowls, took it to a specialty paint store and the not only matched it perfectly, but put it in spray cans. I will look at it tomorrow and see if...
Forum: Repairs 03-04-2015, 09:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 610
Posted By i4110peter
She will live again

Just can't give her up that easy. I found someone who does excellent fiberglass boat repair and he is going to replace the transom. I will be removing the engine, and other dis-assembly in...
Forum: Repairs 03-03-2015, 10:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 610
Posted By i4110peter
Unhappy Update

Well, thought I would post an update. We may loose a very old friend of 35 years. Turns out after the shop finally got the outdrive removed, drive shaft out, bell housing removed, there appears to be...
Forum: Repairs 02-12-2015, 11:28 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 610
Posted By i4110peter
Ah #%$*&! Looks like the shaft is frozen in the...

Ah #%$*&! Looks like the shaft is frozen in the bearing so the outdrive won't just slide off.
Fun and games......
Forum: Repairs 02-09-2015, 11:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 610
Posted By i4110peter
Thanks to all for the input. I have had the motor...

Thanks to all for the input. I have had the motor out, as seen in my photo album (Pete's '73 V20 steplift), and have the motor alignment tool. I may take it to a shop to have the bearing replaced and...
Forum: Repairs 02-09-2015, 03:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 610
Posted By i4110peter
Bad Growl

Haven't posted in a while 'cause I've been having too much fun. This last year while crabbing there has been a very loud growl when the engine is running. So loud that I can't be heard over it....
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