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1989 31' whaler

Has anyone taken the 1989-1991 31 fisherman and converted to outboards? I have some pics but having difficulty posting them.

FredF by Guest Contributor
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15 SPORT

I am getting close to being done.  Today we did a dry fit mock up and put her on a new trailer.  all new custom woodnew trailer

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CaptBrett by Rising Contributor
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15' SPORT

My 15' is coming along, we are now just waiting on the wood to come in.  then the project will go into full speed.  she is looking good! 

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CaptBrett by Rising Contributor
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15 super sport

She is coming along now!! Paint almost done.....  Motor in hand, she will be sweet when its done.  

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CaptBrett by Rising Contributor
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Classic Striper 15 Re-power

Hello! I have been looking for an affordable 4-stroke to re-power my ‘86 15’ Striper, which currently has an ‘86 Mercury 50hp 2-stroke. A few days ago, I came across a 2006 Merc 50hp Bigfoot at a fair price, but I’m concerned about it being a Bigfoot...

RCortes by Guest Contributor
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Patriotic Boston Whaler

My wife and I purchased a 1987 Boston Whaler Guardian 18. We built a pilot house on it and painted it Red/White/Bue.1987 Boston Whaler Guardian 18We entered our Boston Whaler in the Solvang California 4th of July parade and won the award for"The Most...

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classic Model

More work on the Sport!!  Getting close to the paint job.  All holes from hardware have been filled with wood dows and expoxyCorner has been rebuilt

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CaptBrett by Rising Contributor
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CLASSIC MODELN 1982 15' SPORT

Not much happened this weekend, too many interruptions. Lots of sanding and grinding.  West System epoxy to fill all seems, and hold, wood dowels, with epoxy will be installed where all hardware was screwed in.   stencil # will be replacedsee grid li...

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CaptBrett by Rising Contributor
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SUPER SPORT 15

Work officially started yesterday for just about 2 hours...  Scrapping and boring out holes for epoxy and some sanding. This will be amazing when done 

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CaptBrett by Rising Contributor
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Repowering our Boston Whaler Montauk

Hello,We are looking to repower our 1996 17' Montauk. We live in Florida, in Brevard County. Any recommendations for boat dealers in the area?Thank you!

DLL by Guest Contributor
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Steering wheel

I’d like to replace the black rubber/plastic cushioned material around the steering wheel.  How do I do this?  Thanks

2006 Dauntless 220 Center Console Main Switch Panel

I am looking for either a replacement or a custom made switch panel for the above boat. It is the switch panel that controls the horn, bilge, bait wells, etc. and sits just behind the steering wheel at the helm. If anyone has any suggestions as to wh...

Lisa8 by Guest Contributor
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