ChadHouse Posted April 25, 2018 Report Share Posted April 25, 2018 What’s up guys, I just recently purchased a 1977 Berg/Maverick MA 18. So far I love the boat and it rides amazing. Slowly but surely I will work to restore her. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whichwaysup Posted April 25, 2018 Report Share Posted April 25, 2018 Sign me up for this one - looking forward to watching the progress! Looks like you are starting with a solid boat to begin with, and that hull is going to ruin you for life. Once you own an MA/Berg, you'll never be happy with anything else! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChadHouse Posted April 26, 2018 Author Report Share Posted April 26, 2018 Haha thank you. Probably going to be a long restoration. I’m a 22 year old graduating from college in a couple weeks so needless to say, money is a little tight. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whichwaysup Posted April 26, 2018 Report Share Posted April 26, 2018 Just keep her floating. Plenty of time left in her. And as good as she looks, she may not need as much TLC as you think. She'll definitely let you know when its time, though. Ask me how I know! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChadHouse Posted December 31, 2018 Author Report Share Posted December 31, 2018 Does anyone know the weight of the 1977 berg/maverick? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanaflatsfish Posted December 31, 2018 Report Share Posted December 31, 2018 1 hour ago, ChadHouse said: Does anyone know the weight of the 1977 berg/maverick? Send a note to Ray Ayers at MHP. c Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChadHouse Posted January 4, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 4, 2019 On 12/31/2018 at 1:57 PM, Wanaflatsfish said: Send a note to Ray Ayers at MHP. c Thanks! I was actually able to get in contact with Flip Pallot who informed me that the boat weights between 750-800 lbs and that no wood was used in its construction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whichwaysup Posted January 4, 2019 Report Share Posted January 4, 2019 You also should reach out to Billythekid on here. He did a total restore of a 77 Berg and can probably tell you a lot. there is a build thread on here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChadHouse Posted January 14, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 14, 2019 my boat does not load or unload very easily due to it being on a double axle trailer that is meant for a deeper V boat. Does anyone know if there is any trailer builder that makes a generic trailer for an 18ft MA? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanaflatsfish Posted January 16, 2019 Report Share Posted January 16, 2019 On 1/13/2019 at 7:18 PM, ChadHouse said: my boat does not load or unload very easily due to it being on a double axle trailer that is meant for a deeper V boat. Does anyone know if there is any trailer builder that makes a generic trailer for an 18ft MA? Easy Loader - I have one for my 17MA $$ Continental very good $$$ Ameritrail, Rolls, other high end $$$$ any good manuf will have one that fits, you just have to adjust the bunks unless its a customer like ameritrail Costs - EL 3500 / Con / 4000 / AT and others 5K + DC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captpn Posted January 17, 2019 Report Share Posted January 17, 2019 if you live close to St Pete, check out Owens and Sons. Nice trailer for the money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChadHouse Posted January 27, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 27, 2019 Kind of a crazy question, but do y’all think I would be able to refit my current trailer (originally intended for a deeper v boat) into something more suited for a flats boat? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanaflatsfish Posted January 28, 2019 Report Share Posted January 28, 2019 2 hours ago, ChadHouse said: Kind of a crazy question, but do y’all think I would be able to refit my current trailer (originally intended for a deeper v boat) into something more suited for a flats boat? Anything is possible...just how well will it launch Post some specific pics and I'm sure others can jump in with ideas. Normally, you'll be happier with a trailer that is fit for the skiff....sell the current and upgrade...remember, you can't go fishing without the trailer it's over 50% of the entire trip....broken axle, etc. etc. and you are not going fishing.....i replaced my axle this last year...best decision i made...i feel good about running down the road t 65mph at 0430 am. dc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChadHouse Posted September 12, 2019 Author Report Share Posted September 12, 2019 Sorry guys, have been pretty busy. Slowly getting the boat redone. I had the non-skid redone but there was a slight miss communication lol. I was expecting the whole top cap to be painted but the guy thought I only wanted the non-skid done.... boat is currently getting a poling platform put on. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whichwaysup Posted September 12, 2019 Report Share Posted September 12, 2019 That's crazy - but having gone through this myself, I've learned the hard way to be REALLY specific, and when there is any hint of ambiguity, pursue it relentlessly. I swear that sometimes these guys WANT you to be ambiguous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChadHouse Posted September 12, 2019 Author Report Share Posted September 12, 2019 50 minutes ago, whichwaysup said: That's crazy - but having gone through this myself, I've learned the hard way to be REALLY specific, and when there is any hint of ambiguity, pursue it relentlessly. I swear that sometimes these guys WANT you to be ambiguous. It was definitely a shock to the system when I went a picked it up. Debating on whether or not to have it finished by someone or try and tackle it myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoneyB Posted September 12, 2019 Report Share Posted September 12, 2019 If you consider doing it yourself I would suggest making sure you know what product he used. You can probably get good results on the remaining area just make sure you use the proper primer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanaflatsfish Posted September 13, 2019 Report Share Posted September 13, 2019 20 hours ago, ChadHouse said: had the non-skid redone but there was a slight miss communication lol. I was expecting the whole top cap to be painted but the guy thought I only wanted the non-skid done.... i HOPE YOU DIDN'T PAY FOR THE WORK THEN ? DC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChadHouse Posted September 21, 2019 Author Report Share Posted September 21, 2019 On 9/13/2019 at 9:44 AM, Wanaflatsfish said: i HOPE YOU DIDN'T PAY FOR THE WORK THEN ? DC Yes, I did pay for it. He said the work that was done was what he quoted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChadHouse Posted September 21, 2019 Author Report Share Posted September 21, 2019 On a happier note, I got a poling platform put on the boat! Highly recommend Bausch Enterprises in Stuart, Florida. Great guy and extremely easy to work with. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whichwaysup Posted September 23, 2019 Report Share Posted September 23, 2019 Man, that looks great! Congrats!! Once that spoiler is on, she REALLY looks good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChadHouse Posted February 20, 2022 Author Report Share Posted February 20, 2022 Reviving this old thread. I’m currently looking to add a livewell to this boat as there aren’t any. Any suggestions?? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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