EBAY won 99 Super Sport
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Topic: EBAY won 99 Super Sport
Posted By: tryathlete
Subject: EBAY won 99 Super Sport
Date Posted: January-13-2018 at 1:06am
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Ok. Looks like a decent project boat. Interior is trashed with lots of missing pieces including driver’s seat. Speedo’s missing needles. No trailer. Mangled Propellor. Sold as is where is......but “it starts right up”. https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F142648794467" rel="nofollow - Silly bidding with days to go $10,100 and 4 Days to go. So you do the math. Trailer: $2000, interior $3500-$5000 (missing drivers seat and other interior pieces)—I mean seriously folks. We are at the $17k mark and there’s time left to watch the insanity grow. |
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Posted By: SNobsessed
Date Posted: January-13-2018 at 10:28am
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Pretty misleading ad. Layout photo may not be understood as brochure only The interior pix are way down the list. We might have a new member soon asking for where to find a seat. ------------- “Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy.” Ben Franklin |
Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: January-13-2018 at 10:53am
"the tips of the prop are a little bent and it will need to be redone"  Looks like they sell more RV's than boats!! The buyer will need a new RWP impeller too!! Flood victim??? ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |
Posted By: Gary S
Date Posted: January-13-2018 at 11:14am
I see nothing wrong Peter, I question your math. You have a trailer,a complete interior and a taken care of boat. Save that ad it may help when you sell yours  ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1711&sort=&pagenum=1&yrstart=1966&yrend=1970" rel="nofollow - 69 Mustang HM SS 95 Nautique Super Sport |
Posted By: tryathlete
Date Posted: January-13-2018 at 12:41pm
Maybe the perfect time to sell mine on Ebay! Point of that ad that bothers me is exactly what Pete says; brochure avoids all the nasty photos until way down, and shows the correct trailer but then says it’s not included. Those missing interior pieces aren’t as easy to get, and this boat is a mess of things to fix. Hope it sells for big bucks and we get another CCF SS owner! |
Gary S wrote:Posted By: woodyelc
Date Posted: January-14-2018 at 1:03pm
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Check out the water line on inside transom and all the rust on the hatch ram. If not been sunk dam close to it. Missing to many parts. Have Used Driver seat available. ------------- woodyelc |
Posted By: tryathlete
Date Posted: January-15-2018 at 8:55am
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It looks like it took on water Maybe filled up with rain on a trailer that gave out (no trailer) makes you wonder how closely bidders look when they get goo-goo eyed for a V-drive. Seller also calls it a Super Air when it clearly says Super Sport on the side. |
Posted By: Orlando76
Date Posted: January-15-2018 at 9:21am
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I was gonna bid on it but the silly upside backwerds tachometer is just too confusing for me. The tach kinda reminds me of the 2008 Ford Super Duties with an upside down grill. ------------- Please support The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation 1976 Ski Nautique 351 Escort 1993 Ski Nautique purple and black 351 HO PCM |
Posted By: tryathlete
Date Posted: January-15-2018 at 11:12am
Yeah—both airguide speedos are missing their needles. Must have gone through a time warp or something. |
Posted By: Gary S
Date Posted: January-15-2018 at 11:39am
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But it's got 2 depth finders and a nice wheel cover.... ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1711&sort=&pagenum=1&yrstart=1966&yrend=1970" rel="nofollow - 69 Mustang HM SS 95 Nautique Super Sport |
Posted By: tryathlete
Date Posted: January-15-2018 at 11:41am
| Judging by that prop, two depth finders weren’t enough. |
Posted By: velde99
Date Posted: January-15-2018 at 7:48pm
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Yeah—both airguide speedos are missing their needles. Must have gone through a time warp or something. Look closer and you will see the speedos have the needles-just faded white. |
Posted By: tryathlete
Date Posted: January-15-2018 at 9:26pm
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That’s a fix on the checklist I could handle. One skinny brush and Testor’s Flat black from the 70’s airplane model kit in the basement! Seriously a 98 or is it a 99 SS in “as is where is” with a trailer and a trashed but complete interior that wasn’t sunk is worth $9-$10k. Hope we get whoever buys this thing in CCF so we can all donate our spares to save them from financial stress. |
Posted By: gt40KS
Date Posted: January-15-2018 at 11:04pm
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Poor guy obviously has very little experience with online buying, and ebay in particular. Wonder if he knows he can retract his bid?? Well, he's got a little over a day to come to his senses. ------------- JCCI 1995 Ski Nautique GT40 |
Posted By: Gary S
Date Posted: January-15-2018 at 11:05pm
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I think if your driving to Texas to get a boat with no trailer that this one would be a better buy. It should buff out nicely. If it don't it has a nice GT40 with about 222 hours for a transplant and alot of good other parts to help offset the price http://imgbox.com/v1fUm9V0" rel="nofollow">  ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1711&sort=&pagenum=1&yrstart=1966&yrend=1970" rel="nofollow - 69 Mustang HM SS 95 Nautique Super Sport |
Posted By: gt40KS
Date Posted: January-15-2018 at 11:10pm
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Hmmm..... looks like an easy fix Gary! I'll go 8000 on it right now. Wait, 10. NO, 15 OK, ok .... 22.5k -- Final offer ! ------------- JCCI 1995 Ski Nautique GT40 |
Posted By: Donald80SN
Date Posted: January-16-2018 at 1:09pm
For all of you Tower Haters out there. Look if it was not for this tower it is likely this boat would of flipped over. It acted as a roll cage.  ------------- 1980 Ski Nautique SOLD Back to Cypress Gardens 2002 Sport Nautique, GT-40, FCT2, Cover Sports, Tower Bimini, Inc., Wet Sounds Audio System, Star Gazer Wake Edition S. 1968 Ski Nautique, Project. |
Posted By: Gary S
Date Posted: January-16-2018 at 1:29pm
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I'll bet your right Don. Loud pipes and towers save lives ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1711&sort=&pagenum=1&yrstart=1966&yrend=1970" rel="nofollow - 69 Mustang HM SS 95 Nautique Super Sport |
Posted By: SNobsessed
Date Posted: January-16-2018 at 2:02pm
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No more bids in the last 2 days. I wonder if 2***x is getting bidder's remorse yet. ------------- “Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy.” Ben Franklin |
Posted By: tryathlete
Date Posted: January-16-2018 at 6:09pm
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I’m Thinking all the other bidders are laughing their butts off. |
Posted By: rebel skier
Date Posted: January-16-2018 at 6:44pm
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Or the marina is bidding it up and will cancel the auction if they win it. ------------- Hotty Toddy lets go skiing! |
Posted By: tryathlete
Date Posted: January-16-2018 at 6:55pm
| Yup. No reserve auctions are a cesspool of fraudulent behavior. They do have to pay the Ebay selling fee if they do that unless they create a fraudulent account which they probably do. Usually when there’s no counter-bidding it’s junk bidding. |
Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: January-16-2018 at 7:32pm
I just did a search for complaints on Empire RV and Marine. Keep in mind every business has dissatisfied customers but a few things did pop up regarding scrams and rip offs on Empire!!  ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |
Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: January-17-2018 at 9:45am
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Were bids retracted? Looks like the current bid is now lower or am I wrong??? ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |
Posted By: tryathlete
Date Posted: January-17-2018 at 10:07am
| Somebody dropped out of the bidding. Looks like anyone can escape with their deposit if there’s a conflict in the item description or if a professional inspection shows something incorrect. One example might be where the seller calls it a Super Sport and also a Super Air. What a messy sale. |
Posted By: rebel skier
Date Posted: January-17-2018 at 1:09pm
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I tried to buy a local ebay boat outright after inspecting it. Guy said no. I suspect he was bidding against me to bid it up. Auction cancelled. I got it the second time it was listed for less than I offered him in his driveway. That was a long time ago. Have not done much with ebay in years. ------------- Hotty Toddy lets go skiing! |
Posted By: sport1999
Date Posted: January-17-2018 at 6:22pm
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https://www.planetnautique.com/vb5/forum/classified-group-buy-section-aa/trailers-wanted/545943-need-a-210-trailer-asap" rel="nofollow - https://www.planetnautique.com/vb5/forum/classified-group-buy-section-aa/trailers-wanted/545943-need-a-210-trailer-asap Thought about bidding. Ended at $9,100. Would have been okay if it had a trailer. Way too many unknowns otherwise. Tough to find a good trailer on a whim. |
Posted By: tryathlete
Date Posted: January-17-2018 at 9:51pm
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Yeah but a no reserve auction would make selling the trailer a good move. Did you see the “sold” markings near the tongue? I bet they’ll be willing to sell the trailer to the proud buyer for “a special deal” like $3500 or so. Then you’ve got a $12500 project boat needing an interior, prop, new carpeting, and god knows what! Ebay is a sad place to buy cars and boats. I did it once but that’s the end of that unless I get eyes on it. |
Posted By: iamdennyis
Date Posted: January-18-2018 at 7:50pm
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Well, I'm the lucky guy. Honestly I was relieved when I got outbid, then that last day the guy who outbid me retracted his bid. At $9100 I can justify this project to my wife even if I have $20k in it by the time I'm done going through it. I have family who have an interior shop, so we'll do that there and can make panels if I can't source them. Overall I'm hoping some time, money, and sweat equity will get me into a V Drive when I can't justify $20-25k up front to my wife right now. Anyone have leads on a trailer or the pile of parts I need for this thing? :D haha |
Posted By: tryathlete
Date Posted: January-18-2018 at 8:02pm
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I think you’ll be ok knowing the interior shop connection assuming the condition of all the other systems works out. I’m concerned about the water line inside and the rust on the manifolds and hatch cylinder shows it might be full of water or worse. That’s a good one about the higher bidder backing out. You can still back out and you’ll find plenty of Super Sports under $20 with a trailer and in good shape. I’m seriously thinking you’ll be even Steven versus a decent market boat this time of year. |
Posted By: Hollywood
Date Posted: January-18-2018 at 8:19pm
| The suspicion is the bidder who backed out was an insider inflating the price. Good luck. |
Posted By: iamdennyis
Date Posted: January-18-2018 at 8:48pm
| How did you guys decide it is a 1998 instead of a 1999 super sport? |
Posted By: tryathlete
Date Posted: January-18-2018 at 8:49pm
| Don’t be afraid to negotiate after you arrive and inspect. I did that on an Ebay auto purchase and it was no surprise to the seller. There was concealed damage and I was prepared to walk away. If they threaten to keep your deposit, there is a term they mention that allows you to back out if there was a misrepresentation who ch there was—the description calls the boat a “Super Air” in part of the ad and of course it’s not—it’s a Super Sport. Just sayin’ |
Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: January-18-2018 at 9:10pm
My concern is the listing stated "as is" so misrepresentation of anything on or about the boat may not be a factor. ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |
Posted By: Hollywood
Date Posted: January-18-2018 at 9:31pm
| As-is versus not-is ?? |
Posted By: tryathlete
Date Posted: January-18-2018 at 9:47pm
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I read the terms believe it or not. Must have been bored out of my mind on a delayed flight. It stated that one could BACK out and receive a return of deposit if there was any misrepresentation on the description or if a PROFESSOONAL mechanic inspected and found the boat to be greatly flawed. For example “it starts right up”. If the Block is cracked and it won’t hold water.... Misrepresentation; Super Sport/Super Air Nautique. Not same same. Both descriptions were on the advertisement. That back out bid was something of great potential manipulation too. Ebay could provide some “IP address details” that could potential be disparaging to the seller. |
Posted By: tryathlete
Date Posted: January-18-2018 at 9:57pm
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I could be wrong but hope you downloaded screen shots of everything because there were a lot of details you’ll want to have going into the inspection. I’m betting they’ll offer to sell you a trailer too.... |
Posted By: jbear
Date Posted: January-18-2018 at 10:41pm
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Keep us in the loop Dennis as this moves forward. Gonna be interesting. Lots of info/help to be found on here. You'll find that we like Pics. Oh yeah...welcome to the site and....congrats! john ------------- "Loud pipes save lives" AdamT sez "I'm Canadian and a beaver lover myself"... |
Posted By: SNobsessed
Date Posted: January-18-2018 at 10:50pm
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Almost anything can be fixed. We're here to help anyway we can. ------------- “Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy.” Ben Franklin |
Posted By: iamdennyis
Date Posted: January-18-2018 at 11:06pm
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Good advice on potentially renegotiating. Any “professional mechanics” in that area want to go check it out with me when I head down there (Liberty TX)? Now that trailer is for another boat he has, so he does not have a trailer to sell me. Also, I posted on a Nautique group on Facebook and the highest bidder that backed out reached out to me. He said he backed out because he couldn’t confirm he had access to the interior panels needed. Then turned out he does have a relationship that has them, so he said he would send me the lead on them. We will see. Based on what you guys have seen in the pictures, at what price would you have been buyers? |
Posted By: Hollywood
Date Posted: January-18-2018 at 11:08pm
| Yeah your back out bidder being unnecessarily nice could still be a scammer |
Posted By: Blamey
Date Posted: January-19-2018 at 12:36am
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If your goal for the boat was to save money, then it was probably not a good buy. If you goal is to spread the cost over time and have a fun, time consuming project then you should be fine. From a money perspective the price isn't crazy and if you can find a used trailer and get family discount on the interior work you could be money ahead but if the drive train needs major work then you might find yourself not having saved much money and costing yourself alot of time. There are alot of people on this forum who put the time and money into boats that at the end of the day are worth less then what yours will be worth because they enjoy fixing boats up. Best of luck. She'll be a nice boat when she is all fixed up. ------------- 96 Super Sport Previously: 95 Sport Nautique, 1980 Ski Supreme |
Posted By: tryathlete
Date Posted: January-19-2018 at 12:49am
| Well said. |
Posted By: JoseCas
Date Posted: January-19-2018 at 9:58am
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Adding a bit to the thread. Around February of 2016, I bought a 98 Super Sport with 440 hours, great interior, good service records, and everything in working order, in Connecticut, for about 11k. I had to flat bed boat to Florida for around 2k (with trailer being in good condition, but still I did not want to take a chance of something going wrong, given the distance).. Still, purchase price was more than worth it all. I still have the boat, with 950 hours, and running great. I think patience is key when buying either a boat or project boat. I had been looking for deals for around 1 year, when I found the one I pulled the trigger on. |
Posted By: rebel skier
Date Posted: January-19-2018 at 2:46pm
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Its not close to your, but his trailer has potential: https://nashville.craigslist.org/boa/d/boatmate-boat-for-21-foot/6461244656.html" rel="nofollow - norther alabama trailer ------------- Hotty Toddy lets go skiing! |
Posted By: iamdennyis
Date Posted: January-20-2018 at 12:39pm
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Thanks for the lead. I spoke to him on the phone today and this is likely the one. So next weekend will be road trip weekend. I think maybe I’ll start a new thread once it’s in my possession and save a little face :D |
Posted By: Donald80SN
Date Posted: January-21-2018 at 2:06pm
Scott Z from this site is selling that trailer. Scott is a great guy and a good guy to buy from. He also has some great looking boats.  ------------- 1980 Ski Nautique SOLD Back to Cypress Gardens 2002 Sport Nautique, GT-40, FCT2, Cover Sports, Tower Bimini, Inc., Wet Sounds Audio System, Star Gazer Wake Edition S. 1968 Ski Nautique, Project. |
Posted By: iamdennyis
Date Posted: January-25-2018 at 4:05pm
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Alright, I have a good tandem 21' inboard trailer lined up. I'm taking off tomorrow after work. We can build most of the interior panels, but does anyone have any suggestions on the drivers seat? I would like to get a good seat, whether it is 99 Nautique or something else similar. I know I'm going to be learning a ton through this project! Looking forward to going through it and doing it right. |
Posted By: velde99
Date Posted: January-25-2018 at 4:19pm
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Seats are pretty easy to find. I know some of the major sites have some sort of seat base. I have two in my garage from early 1990’s. Think you can get One for like $200 or so. Make sure you check that boat out well. I loosely followed this post. That motor seems to have rust on the outside. It may be a deal- but it’s not a deal if you get upside down $ wise. Gel/ Interior / trailer = easy fixes. Motor that is another story. Best of luck!! |
Posted By: rebel skier
Date Posted: January-25-2018 at 4:37pm
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Your road trip is getting longer longer. http://correctcraftfan.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=42322&title=1994-ski-nautique-interior-parts" rel="nofollow - seat base CCfan in Mississippi has one from a 94. Just go south down 65 after getting the trailer and west on I 20 to Texas. Stop and get a seat on the way through Mississippi ------------- Hotty Toddy lets go skiing! |
Posted By: iamdennyis
Date Posted: January-25-2018 at 5:06pm
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Haha I’m getting a trailer in Texas. It was more convenient and less $. Although mostly not 8 hours out of my way haha. I’m going to pick up a fake a lake at the dealership this afternoon so I can hear it run and look for any leaks/issues. If all goes well there then I basically know what I’m in for with the rest of the project. Regarding covers... I spoke to Mike at Skiboatcovers.com. I’m in for about $1k if I go with them, or I can buy a basic cover for $400ish and we can modify it for tower legs. Suggestions? |
Posted By: tryathlete
Date Posted: January-25-2018 at 5:31pm
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I would make sure the VDrive oil is clear, as well as motor oil. After you run on fake a lake be sure to look at engine and vDrive oil second time to make sure no internal gaskets or block leaks. Make sure boat idles without major loping or stalling. I’d want to spin that prop shaft with a dial indicator too for the minutes it takes to see if the prop damage extended to the shaft. Make sure the steering and throttle cables are free, Maybe ask any local CCF’ers if they want to tag along for the inspection. |
Posted By: tryathlete
Date Posted: January-25-2018 at 6:03pm
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Those covers look nice for the price. If you’re in the upholstery business and you want to install your own tower feet zippers (and clips to the drawstrings on each side) seems like that’s worth $600 in savings. I had my cover modified for $25 per zipper or $100. It keeps the water out and the cover is nice and tight. Make sure you’re not in boat fever mode and take your time on inspection. |
Posted By: Blamey
Date Posted: January-29-2018 at 12:46am
All three 4 of those can cost you. Gel is probably the worst because a major blister issue there may be no fixing. New Upolstery or trailer is gonna cost the same as a new long block. 3k to 4k ------------- 96 Super Sport Previously: 95 Sport Nautique, 1980 Ski Supreme |
Posted By: Blamey
Date Posted: January-29-2018 at 12:47am
Any updates? ------------- 96 Super Sport Previously: 95 Sport Nautique, 1980 Ski Supreme |
Posted By: iamdennyis
Date Posted: January-29-2018 at 1:03am
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Just got home with a great trailer from Scott Z and looking forward to diggging into this project. I’m exhausted from nearly 30 hours of driving. The gel coat is in great shape. A couple small blemishes but nothing major. I’m going to winterize it tomorrow and then get to the interior with my uncle. |
Posted By: gt40KS
Date Posted: January-29-2018 at 1:14am
Try this link: Good quality budget tops. Not exact to model, but to your size and style of boat if you're looking to save a few $. https://www.nationalboatcovers.com/y/CORRECT--CRAFT--INC/SUPER--SPORT--W_SWPF--NAUTIQUE----l----TOURNAMENT--SKI----l----SWIM--PLATFORM/1998.html" rel="nofollow - Boat cover - 98 Super Sport ------------- JCCI 1995 Ski Nautique GT40 |
Posted By: Blamey
Date Posted: January-29-2018 at 8:36pm
That's all you've got? Did she start? Where are the pics? ------------- 96 Super Sport Previously: 95 Sport Nautique, 1980 Ski Supreme |
Posted By: iamdennyis
Date Posted: January-29-2018 at 11:25pm
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It starts and runs smoothly. I do have a project on my hands for sure. I’ll have to go through everything over time, but for now it’s at my friend’s house. I don’t have enough room to park it at my house in the city. I went over this evening in the dark and pulled drain plugs. I haven’t gone around and taken a bunch of pics yet. It’s cold and the trip was so non stop I just didn’t get it done. I will take pics before we tear into the interior. |
Posted By: iamdennyis
Date Posted: February-01-2018 at 4:05pm
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Here are some interior pictures I took last night when taking measurements for the tower, along with a couple exterior pictures. https://m.imgur.com/a/1fv0y |
Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: February-01-2018 at 4:09pm
Looks like some new skins in the future. Thanks for the pictures. https://m.imgur.com/a/1fv0y%20" rel="nofollow - Here's a direct link. ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |
Posted By: KENO
Date Posted: February-01-2018 at 4:19pm
Pete, your link............she no work. Probably something to do with that %20 you have in there at the end of your link address Here's one that works https://imgur.com/a/1fv0y" rel="nofollow - working link
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Posted By: tryathlete
Date Posted: February-01-2018 at 4:22pm
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Hey Denny that boat looks sweet on the trailer! Looks like typical sun damage from Texas! A new steering wheel, carpet and complete interior will make her the deal you were hoping for, and she will be worth a pretty penny. Might be a good time while you’re excavating the interior to plumb in your ballast system and install perfect pass! Yeah you’re gonna have to sell some real estate! |
Posted By: iamdennyis
Date Posted: February-01-2018 at 4:28pm
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Yep! My uncle gets back from vacation this weekend, so I’ll be taking it over to his shop next week to come up with our plan of action. I also bought the drivers seat linked to earlier in this thread, so it is on its way. And I sent measurements to Skip Dunlap for a boat cover. I found his info on BallofSpray and reviews spoke highly of him and his covers. |
Posted By: iamdennyis
Date Posted: February-01-2018 at 4:30pm
Have any links to good pictures of ballast installs? |
Posted By: tryathlete
Date Posted: February-01-2018 at 4:38pm
| http://www.correctcraftfan.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=22389" rel="nofollow - CCF Super Sport ballast install |
Posted By: Blamey
Date Posted: February-02-2018 at 8:54pm
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Does she run? ------------- 96 Super Sport Previously: 95 Sport Nautique, 1980 Ski Supreme |
Posted By: KENO
Date Posted: February-02-2018 at 9:15pm
First sentence of the quote should answer that question of "does she run" |
Posted By: Donald80SN
Date Posted: February-05-2018 at 1:37am
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Just a crazy idea, but you may be able to track down the owner that last had the boat via registration numbers or some paperwork. He or she might have the interior pieces you need. It might mean another trip to Texas, but it would be a worthwhile trip. If it was reposed he might not work with you, but some money in his pocket would be better than nothing.. I love the exterior color scheme. ------------- 1980 Ski Nautique SOLD Back to Cypress Gardens 2002 Sport Nautique, GT-40, FCT2, Cover Sports, Tower Bimini, Inc., Wet Sounds Audio System, Star Gazer Wake Edition S. 1968 Ski Nautique, Project. |
Posted By: tryathlete
Date Posted: February-05-2018 at 1:42am
| Donald, I was thinking the same thing. One consideration I did come up with was that the boat was listed as a Repo. Not usually a good place to find cooperation from experience, but worth a try. I’m betting Denny is all done driving for awhile if he can help it |
Posted By: iamdennyis
Date Posted: February-07-2018 at 11:07pm
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I received my cover from Skip in Florida. It is really sweet cover for $550. I think the front tire legs are off by an inch or two but my uncle said he can fix that no problem. Pictures are in the photo album posted above. https://imgur.com/a/1fv0y Speaking of that I finally got the boat over to my uncles shop. After taking a good look at it he said he can build the back bench if we need to, however he suggested try and find one if it all possible because it will be way less expensive. So being that as it is, I have to ask does anyone have any potential leads on where I could possibly get that back rest? |
Posted By: Gary S
Date Posted: February-07-2018 at 11:55pm
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I have no idea if this would even fit and it seems awful expensive but here is something on ebay https://www.ebay.com/itm/Nautique-Rear-Seat-Complete-Back/173142668706?hash=item28501b75a2:g:VIMAAOSwJJRZp~Mx" rel="nofollow - seat link ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1711&sort=&pagenum=1&yrstart=1966&yrend=1970" rel="nofollow - 69 Mustang HM SS 95 Nautique Super Sport |
Posted By: Donald80SN
Date Posted: February-08-2018 at 1:15am
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There is literature with dimensions and specs in the reference section of this site. You might be able to see if the 95 Ski Nautique is the same width as your boat. If it looks close then contact the seller and ask him to measure the seat. Then measure your opening. Nice find Mr. Star. ------------- 1980 Ski Nautique SOLD Back to Cypress Gardens 2002 Sport Nautique, GT-40, FCT2, Cover Sports, Tower Bimini, Inc., Wet Sounds Audio System, Star Gazer Wake Edition S. 1968 Ski Nautique, Project. |
Posted By: funkster
Date Posted: February-13-2018 at 2:37pm
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This might be outside the box, but why try to find OEM interior pieces? I think this is the perfect opportunity to modernize the interior and make a walk through. Here is a pic from rosewell's OG SAN. http://www.seadek.com/blog/seadek-featured-on-the-roswell-experience-tour/ |
Posted By: iamdennyis
Date Posted: February-13-2018 at 3:15pm
| Hey funkster, I had the same chat with my uncle and sent Roswell an email asking for more pics. I think that is the way I'll end up going. I don't know about wild colors, but going custom and using some ideas from newer boats is a great idea. |
Posted By: funkster
Date Posted: February-14-2018 at 2:52pm
If they don't get back to you, you can always sift through their instagram. I believe they even have a 2 part YouTube video on the build. I have a 98' SS and did a lot of upgrades and learned a lot. I'm planning to turn the single engine hatch cover into a 3 piece With gas shocks instead of the powered actuator this spring. Elbow grease goes a long way and so does 303...ha ha! If the boat doesn't have a ballast system, it would be a lot easier install when the boat is already apart.   
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Posted By: iamdennyis
Date Posted: March-06-2018 at 10:39pm
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I had to dive into the business the last few weeks. I finally got to the boat last weekend and ripped out what’s left of the interior and dropped off for upholstery. I found a sweet 2005 Mastercraft seat on eBay with bolster and seat heaters haha. So that’s going in. I’ll be diving into building the seat cushions and rear seat back. So here is one last call - anyone see any potential options to buy something before I order all the fiberglass stuff? |
Posted By: tryathlete
Date Posted: March-06-2018 at 10:51pm
| Maybe just be a bit patient and wait for something original to pop up? |
Posted By: iamdennyis
Date Posted: March-07-2018 at 12:11am
| I haven’t been paying attention to the boards as long as you have. Do you see these parts pop up a couple times a year? |
Posted By: tryathlete
Date Posted: March-07-2018 at 12:43am
| I think if we all look we will find you a seat back. I’d call the old Christines to see if they have anything or a line as well as C+S—the new factory logo upholsterer—and a few dealerships—maybe even the factory. Persistence often yields luck. |
Posted By: Blamey
Date Posted: March-07-2018 at 6:44pm
Is that for the drivers seat? I thought you had a drivers seat? ------------- 96 Super Sport Previously: 95 Sport Nautique, 1980 Ski Supreme |
Posted By: iamdennyis
Date Posted: March-11-2018 at 4:40pm
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I've called Christine's and several dealerships. Also spoke to Skip, an old school Nautique guy in Florida who I got my cover from. He said the factory has cleared out anything that old. He bought 3 shipping containers of old stuff from the factory a few years back. That back seat is a needle in a haystack for sure. I totally messed up the other driver's seat in a couple air headed moves. End of the story is buying off of eBay was easier and way less hassle. |
Posted By: Blamey
Date Posted: March-11-2018 at 7:13pm
Well if you decide to go original, I know the driver's seat she'll can be had for about $250 from Nautique Parts. Back seat is going to be tough but I'm sure you can build one. I can get you pics of an original if you need help. ------------- 96 Super Sport Previously: 95 Sport Nautique, 1980 Ski Supreme |
Posted By: iamdennyis
Date Posted: February-24-2019 at 2:25pm
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So updates..... the boat is in my dad's shop an hour away, and I finally got at it a few weeks ago, chipping off at it on the weekend. The interior pieces are all made and foamed, and the covers will be done in the next couple weeks. The back seat turned out really nice! Made from plywood and fiberglass. We super deep cleaned the carpet with simple green and a pressure washer, still have to shampoo it but it looks 10x better. We compounded the fiberglass yesterday, and have to finish that up. The teak swim platform is soaking up layer after layer of teak oil haha. It looks really good, but I think a few more coats will get it all the way back. A bunch of little projects still need to get done. My second kid will be here in the next week or two. I'm still planning to get it ready for this summer, but we will see. What batteries should I get and where should I mount them? It came with 2 batteries wired to a perko switch, each one sitting not mounted on either side of the engine. Also... did this boat come with interior/seperating pieces on both sides of the engine? I only have them for the passenger side. Where do I buy gelcoat patch kits? I couldn't find that natural color. Also, can anyone confirm, is the brown color zephyr? Is the rubber that goes inside the board racks available anywhere? What are the specs for a replacement steering wheel and knob? |
Posted By: Donald80SN
Date Posted: March-07-2019 at 2:31am
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Use only a starting battery to start the boat. Many here have great success with a Walmart battery. Not sure of group size. Dual purpose for the other side to run sound system while anchored. Do not use a trolling motor to start the boat. Gell Coat can be purchased at Mini Craft of Florida. Also, www.iboats.com sells spectrum gel coat. Spectrum made the gel coat for Correct Craft boats. They might have what you need. They phase out colors over time. Some colors are sold in quarts and some in gallon containers. www.nautiqueparts.com in White Lake NC might have the steering wheel parts you need. Ask for Townsend. ------------- 1980 Ski Nautique SOLD Back to Cypress Gardens 2002 Sport Nautique, GT-40, FCT2, Cover Sports, Tower Bimini, Inc., Wet Sounds Audio System, Star Gazer Wake Edition S. 1968 Ski Nautique, Project. |
Posted By: man0seven
Date Posted: March-07-2019 at 11:55am
This boat was parted out a little while ago on here. I got the some of the upholstery. ------------- 2005 Ski Nautique |
Posted By: man0seven
Date Posted: March-07-2019 at 12:41pm
I also have an original seat but with newer upholstery if you want to go back to more authentic, though the heated MC seat sounds great. ------------- 2005 Ski Nautique |