1983 Ski (not tique)

Benzel - no, mine was fine. If you can just paint it flat black, there is way too much chrome on the dash, in the sun its awful.

Manual - non of these boats have manuals, just engine manuals. You can download a PCM manual from the reference section of this website; its all the same.

Trailer - the prop/rudder guard was only added in '86. Yes, I've replaced the plywood /carpet on mine also.

There is no winch nor post that is missing, its a drive-on trailer.

rub-rail; yes a direct match should still be available from a marine supply house. My neighbor crashed into my boat a few years ago and needed glasswork and a section right about where yours is missing, match is very good. Looks like your black rubber was cut also, so you need about 47' to replace that.

Also, some black electrical tape along the top of the windshield frame keeps its glare & reflections out of your eyes.

Ryan,
     Looking good!!!! It takes some time and effort, but it looks 100% better already. I bought a nice buffer from NAPA which was expensive but works great. I did all my sanding by hand, just make sure to keep the gel wet! A coat of wax will be the final touch and provide you with some shine! Keep up the good work!!

Yes, wool pad. I concur; 3M super duty. I use a Milwaukee var speed sander/grinder.

You can mix some gelcote to fill in the scars; Fill, cover with tape, remove tape before it fully cures about 10 min depending upon temp, wet sand the heavy, let fully cure, wet sand, blend & buff.

Some say adding a little soap to you sprayer helps out. BKH

Hey Ryan, I'm from Wichita as well! I saw that boat on craigslist and thought it was a good deal...Good luck with the restoration, looks like your well on your way!

I've got a couple of hookups on sandpits. I try to get down to Table Rock a few times a summer as well. I never go to Cheney or El Dorado, those lakes are boat killers!

Yeah, tough to beat Table Rock. We usually go to Shell Knob but sometimes hit the Baxter area. I love that lake!

Coming along. Looks much better. BKH

Looks good Ryan! What are you thinking your gonna do with the tower color if you change?

Personally I'd put the tower in the backyard and let the kids use it as a jungle gym. But whatever you do don't paint it orange, get to blend in a little better with the boat so it disappears. Black???

Nice work on your gelcoat.

black

Either the deck color with a navy bimini or closer to the hull color

Hey Ryan, Hows the progress on the boat coming? Got any shots on the water yet?

316-Ryan wrote: I know it may seem pretty weak, but no, I haven't even taken it out since summer started. I've been out wakeboarding... but not in my boat.

I know exactly what your talking about! I've skied 2 sets behind a 90 mastercrap and rode once behind a buddies wakesetter! Normally we ski at least 4 nights during the week and mess around on the wakeboards during the weekends!