I hear you on the wiring “mess”. I have an ‘85 and boats that age have often been through several versions of electronics. I think I got almost two 5 gallon buckets full of wire when I went after mine to clean out the unused stuff. It’s part of making it your own.
A comment about stainless deck hardware - I’ve had pretty good experience with Marine Part (not Parts) Depot. I’ve bought from them several times and I think once I didn’t get the parts but their prices are so far below retail and seem to be plenty good quality that it’s definitely been worth it.
Welcome to the site and good luck with the boat.
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 Scott, Portland, OR '85 V-20 I/O, Merc 170
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