BrettN Posted August 26, 2018 Report Share Posted August 26, 2018 I'm thinking putting some money into my 95 18' MA this winter. I'd like to get the gel coat on the deck redone to get rid of the spider cracks and restore the non skid thats been worn down. I also plan to rewire it which I'll be doing myself. And I'm considering painting the hull as well. Based on the prices I see some of these boats selling for on the internet I feel like it would be a good investment, not to mention the fact that I like nice things. If anybody has any advice or recommendations on places to do the glass and paint work or buy materials for the rewire it would be greatly appreciated. Does anyone have a clue about how much these things might run me? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fsusteve Posted August 26, 2018 Report Share Posted August 26, 2018 Location? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrettN Posted August 26, 2018 Author Report Share Posted August 26, 2018 I'm in Polk county so anywhere in the central FL area Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanaflatsfish Posted August 27, 2018 Report Share Posted August 27, 2018 On 8/25/2018 at 8:28 PM, BrettN said: And I'm considering painting the hull as well May I ask why? is the gelcoat that bad? Or can you wet sand and bring it back? dc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanaflatsfish Posted August 27, 2018 Report Share Posted August 27, 2018 On 8/25/2018 at 8:28 PM, BrettN said: I'd like to get the gel coat on the deck redone to get rid of the spider cracks and restore the non skid thats been worn down. Have you considered Sea Deck? It seems to be the popular option vs spraying an entire new gelcoat which requires a lot of prep work to have it completed well. For a price on the gelcoat - check with Bob at Inshore Marine in Pompano. His work is flawless...and he does sea-deck as well. WIRING - there were a few threads on the forum a while back..don't know if there is any info....but, you can keep your eyes out for close outs.... check with Flounder Pounder in Vero/Ft. Pierce....but, becareful of the type of wiring...some try and sell knock offs... Have fun on the wiring project... dc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoneyB Posted August 27, 2018 Report Share Posted August 27, 2018 Doing a restore that includes paint will not increase the value of the boat. I am not saying not to do it just do not look for it to increase your boats value. that being said I’m all about making the boat look as good as possible. I took my rub rail off and had gel coat sprayed all the way around the cap. Mine had spider cracks from the previous owner bumping the docks hard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captpn Posted August 27, 2018 Report Share Posted August 27, 2018 1 hour ago, HoneyB said: Doing a restore that includes paint will not increase the value of the boat. I am not saying not to do it just do not look for it to increase your boats value. that being said I’m all about making the boat look as good as possible. I took my rub rail off and had gel coat sprayed all the way around the cap. Mine had spider cracks from the previous owner bumping the docks hard. Did they do anything to the spider cracks or just spray over them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoneyB Posted August 27, 2018 Report Share Posted August 27, 2018 He sanded out what he needed to and I think on a couple of places actually put a little fiber down. if you want get rid of spider crack you have to at least sand the gelcoat down. If you do not do the work on them they will right back up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrettN Posted August 28, 2018 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2018 The hull painting is just something I've been thinking about but it's pretty low on the priority list. There's one section about two feet long on one side of the hull where I think the gel coat may be a bit thin and there's cracks in it. The rest of the hull is pretty good just scratched up. I'm not sure how I feel about sea Dek. I got a price to have it done on my boat for about 2k. If I could get the gel coat fixed for the same amount or less I'd definitely rather go that route. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrettN Posted August 28, 2018 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2018 And the whole idea of increasing the value is mostly me just looking for something to tell my wife to justify me spending more money on the boat. Apparently "cause it's bad a**" is no longer a good enough reason Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoneyB Posted August 28, 2018 Report Share Posted August 28, 2018 41 minutes ago, BrettN said: And the whole idea of increasing the value is mostly me just looking for something to tell my wife to justify me spending more money on the boat. Apparently "cause it's bad a**" is no longer a good enough reason Sounds like a good reason to me. I have done restores on a couple of Boston whalers. They look great but of corse just like with cars if you have a restored or repainted boat someone else has a pristine barn find boat of the same vintage. If you have deep scratches on the sides I would say splash some paint on there. Topside same thing but be aware paint is much slicker than gel coat when wet so if there are flat areas that will be painted give it some thought. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whichwaysup Posted August 28, 2018 Report Share Posted August 28, 2018 18 hours ago, BrettN said: And the whole idea of increasing the value is mostly me just looking for something to tell my wife to justify me spending more money on the boat. Apparently "cause it's bad a**" is no longer a good enough reason Women. . . honestly. Just no appreciation for art! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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HoneyB Posted January 6, 2019 Report Share Posted January 6, 2019 Looking good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanaflatsfish Posted January 6, 2019 Report Share Posted January 6, 2019 console looking good....did you spray gelcoat or paint? dc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrettN Posted January 7, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 7, 2019 Painted with Pettit EZ Poxy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whichwaysup Posted January 7, 2019 Report Share Posted January 7, 2019 Brett, is that new power, new jackplate, or both? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrettN Posted January 8, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 8, 2019 The motor I've had for about a year and a half now. The jack plate is original I believe but I just bought a brand new pump/motor assembly for it then recently found out I have to buy a new ram for the jack plate as well. So it will basically be new when I get done. It has all new controls, and I'm almost done wiring and plumbing it now. Rewired, rerigged, and replumbed. Pretty much everything that functions has been replaced. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrettN Posted January 8, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 8, 2019 In the process also moved my house and start batteries from the rear compartment to the console. Hoping it will help distribute weight better as it got a bit heavy in the rear with the F150. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrettN Posted January 19, 2019 Author Report Share Posted January 19, 2019 Almost ready to rock and roll Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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