2009 CCF Special Edition 196
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Topic: 2009 CCF Special Edition 196
Posted By: Keith
Subject: 2009 CCF Special Edition 196
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 2:36am
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With a very special thanks to Adirondack Marine, I am happy to announce that a http://www.CorrectCraftFan.com/ccfboat - 2009 CorrectCraftFan.com Special Edition 196 is being built - and with the support of Pleasurecraft Marine, the boat will be powered by a PCM Catanium 409!
The boat will be completed in time for its unveiling at the /reunions/northeast.asp - 2008 Northeast Reunion taking place in Lake George, NY on September 12-14. We also have the unique opportunity to document the boat build here on CorrectCraftFan.com. To learn more and to see pictures from the first two days of the boat's build visit: http://www.CorrectCraftFan.com/ccfboat - www.CorrectCraftFan.com/ccfboat . A lot of time and energy has gone into making this happen. A very special thank you to Ken Reynolds of Adirondack Marine and David Hendricks of Correct Craft, Inc for all their hard work. I hope everyone enjoys watching this truly special boat being built and, if you can make it to Lake George, NY this September, have a chance to drive or ski behind it in person. -Keith ------------- Former: /diaries/details.asp?ID=6170" rel="nofollow - 97 Sport Nautique 1994 Ski Nautique 86 Silver Nautique 79 Mustang |
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Posted By: Kristof
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 8:26am
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I have only two things to say...
1) WOW AWESOME...!!!!! 2) Need to start playing on the lottery real fast!!  ------------- - Gun control means: using BOTH hands! - Money doesn't make one happy, but when it rains cats and dogs, it's still better to cry in a Porsche than on a bicycle... |
Posted By: Kristof
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 8:41am
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Ah, another thing popped up just now...
Keith, CC should donate the frist one to you for all the fantastic work you do here!!!  ------------- - Gun control means: using BOTH hands! - Money doesn't make one happy, but when it rains cats and dogs, it's still better to cry in a Porsche than on a bicycle... |
Posted By: Morfoot
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 9:08am
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I second that motion. I think that what you've done here Keith is well deserving of a the first CCfan limited edition boat free of charge or at least 90% off of retail.. We all know and so does Correct craft that this all wouldn't be possible without the dream and efforts that you've put forth. Thanks again for such a GREAT SITE! ------------- "Morfoot; He can ski. He can wakeboard.He can cook chicken.He can create his own self-named beverage, & can also apparently fly. A man of many talents."72 Mustang "Kermit",88 SN Miss Scarlett, 99 SN "Sherman" |
Posted By: 75 Tique
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 11:00am
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WOW KEITH!!!
That is way too cool. What a trubute to you and this site (oh yeah, and all the Knotheads that help to make it great!!) Great looking boat. Love the retro one color orange. ------------- _____________ “So, how was your weekend?” “Well, let me see…sun burn, stiff neck, screwed up back, assorted aches and pains….yup, my weekend was great, thanks for asking.” |
Posted By: nates78ski
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 11:28am
Holy cow man! that's awesome! I think the site's officially "big-time" now...can't wait to see those orange Decks
Nate ------------- Nathan http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1463&sort=&pagenum=3&yrstart=1978&yrend=1978" rel="nofollow - My '78 Ski Nautique <a href="http://photobucket.com/Nates78ski" rel="nofoll |
Posted By: M3Fan
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 11:30am
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That is sweet. I'd say leave off the Ski Nautique graphics completely. I think an older era set of graphics will just not look right on that boat. Leaving it plain orange is nice and clean. ------------- 2000 SN GT40 w/99 Graphics/Gel 2016 SN 200 OB 5.3L DI https://forum.fifteenoff.com |
Posted By: RainDog
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 12:00pm
I couldn't agree more! While the boat is fantastic, I think seeing the relationship between CCF.Com and CC growing and expanding is even better. I hope there is more to come. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1868&sort=&pagenum=1 - 62 Classic http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=5242&sort=&pagenum=1 - 2002 Super Air |
M3Fan wrote:Posted By: quinner
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 12:34pm
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No side graphics looks cool, what about a couple off center stripes down the deck, perhaps some graphics on the transom?
Gotta love that 409, 409hp & 492 foot-pounds of torque, 7 footers? ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1143" rel="nofollow - Mi Bowt |
Posted By: 66Skylark
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 1:31pm
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VERY cool Keith!
I'm sure we'll all enjoy watching it being built. Thanks again for a great site and all the work you put into it. Kyle ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1445" rel="nofollow - 1966 Skylark http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1976" rel="nofollow - 1998 176 MA/ |
Posted By: Keith
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 1:56pm
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After creating the mock up with and without side graphics, I have to agree it looks really cool blank. A 'racing stripe' on the deck is an idea I had as well. Would you guys go with a white stripe or blue?
What graphics would everyone like on the transom? -Keith ------------- Former: /diaries/details.asp?ID=6170" rel="nofollow - 97 Sport Nautique 1994 Ski Nautique 86 Silver Nautique 79 Mustang |
Posted By: M3Fan
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 3:09pm
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I think if it said:
CORRECT CRAFT COMPETITION TOW BOAT on the back like the 70's rigs that would be sweet. Definitely a white racing stripe rather than blue. I also think a raised plastic/chrome "Correct Craft" emblem on the rear quarter by the other decals would be a nice touch, just like the 70's rigs. ------------- 2000 SN GT40 w/99 Graphics/Gel 2016 SN 200 OB 5.3L DI https://forum.fifteenoff.com |
Posted By: k.o.
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 3:12pm
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very awsome.. i was wondering will they come out for production or only 1 will be build.. if they will be for production will they be numberd as the silver nautiques?? ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=7587" rel="nofollow - 86 ski nautique |
Posted By: Keith
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 4:06pm
I don't know Joel, I think the blue looks pretty sweet.
-Keith ------------- Former: /diaries/details.asp?ID=6170" rel="nofollow - 97 Sport Nautique 1994 Ski Nautique 86 Silver Nautique 79 Mustang |
Posted By: Keith
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 4:09pm
Right now, only one boat has been ordered. If there is additional interest, others may be made but right now there is just the one. -Keith ------------- Former: /diaries/details.asp?ID=6170" rel="nofollow - 97 Sport Nautique 1994 Ski Nautique 86 Silver Nautique 79 Mustang |
Posted By: Luchog
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 4:25pm
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keith this is an awesome idea.
I think it needs the 80's SKI NAUTIQUE on the sides, I see this as a new boat with all the old school nautis touches, such as the stern decals, teak platform and step pads and chrome logos on the rear quarter or at least chromed decals. As for myself I'd have gone with a white top with an orange stripe. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2095" rel="nofollow - 1980 Ski Nautique Commander 351W |
Posted By: Riley
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 4:47pm
Who ordered it? ------------- |
Posted By: Hollywood
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 4:50pm
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True duals??? ------------- |
Posted By: Keith
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 4:53pm
Adirondack Marine ordered it on my behalf and has agreed to hold the boat until it's sold. -Keith ------------- Former: /diaries/details.asp?ID=6170" rel="nofollow - 97 Sport Nautique 1994 Ski Nautique 86 Silver Nautique 79 Mustang |
Posted By: M3Fan
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 4:56pm
Awesome idea. Probably too late now that the hull is out of the mold. ------------- 2000 SN GT40 w/99 Graphics/Gel 2016 SN 200 OB 5.3L DI https://forum.fifteenoff.com |
Posted By: JoeinNY
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 4:57pm
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Blue deck stripe all the way, that was my only comment out of the gate but since I saw the deck already in the mold I didnt want to nit pick. But man I love deck stripes, I have a feeling unless a Fan buys this boat I am going to spend a lot of time hunting it down about 15-20 years from now. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1477 - 1983 Ski Nautique 2001 1967 Mustang 302 "Decoy" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cO5MkcBXBBs - Holeshot Video |
Posted By: Riley
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 5:00pm
Tim B can fix it. ------------- |
Posted By: JoeinNY
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 5:02pm
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If by true duals you mean exhaust then that is not possible with the 409 and the cat options, it is a http://www.pleasurecraft.com/how_it_works.html - heavily tooled exhaust system ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1477 - 1983 Ski Nautique 2001 1967 Mustang 302 "Decoy" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cO5MkcBXBBs - Holeshot Video |
Posted By: Riley
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 5:02pm
Now you're speaking the language my kids sometime speak.  Is it your new ride?------------- |
Posted By: 66Skylark
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 5:07pm
Well, I for one am going to hope that this Special Edition CCF Nautique ends up in the right hand... As in Keith's right hand on the throttle!
Lunchdog's suggestion about the white deck and orange stripe isn't bad, but I like the colored deck. I suggest the blue stripe! Kyle ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1445" rel="nofollow - 1966 Skylark http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1976" rel="nofollow - 1998 176 MA/ |
Posted By: Riley
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 5:24pm
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How about all orange with no racing stripe, but a white boot stripe? And all white interior, no accents. Nothing on the sides but Correct Craft on the rear quarters.
Here's one I made up back in 2003 when I was looking at new boats. What happened to the window for uploading photos? ------------- |
Posted By: Keith
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 5:25pm
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Dual exhaust was discussed but determined to not be an option for this boat so it will be a standard single exhaust.
Custom gel was not an option either so the stripe would be a decal anyway -- so it's not too late for that. -Keith ------------- Former: /diaries/details.asp?ID=6170" rel="nofollow - 97 Sport Nautique 1994 Ski Nautique 86 Silver Nautique 79 Mustang |
Posted By: 75 Tique
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 6:04pm
Bruce, Keith didn't say he didn't say it, what he said was he didn't say he said it. ------------- _____________ “So, how was your weekend?” “Well, let me see…sun burn, stiff neck, screwed up back, assorted aches and pains….yup, my weekend was great, thanks for asking.” |
Posted By: Keith
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 7:04pm
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Adirondack Marine is doing everything they can but unfortunately, the boat is still out of my price range ... Barring that, my goal is to get the boat in the hands of another devoted CC fan and if the boat is sold outright, Adirondack Marine will donate all proceeds to CorrectCraftFan.com and a charity of choice.
-Keith ------------- Former: /diaries/details.asp?ID=6170" rel="nofollow - 97 Sport Nautique 1994 Ski Nautique 86 Silver Nautique 79 Mustang |
Posted By: 75 Tique
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 7:17pm
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Keith,
I don't think you have to worry about it selling. Both Reid and Tim are going to be at Lake George. ------------- _____________ “So, how was your weekend?” “Well, let me see…sun burn, stiff neck, screwed up back, assorted aches and pains….yup, my weekend was great, thanks for asking.” |
Posted By: LGKen82
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 7:53pm
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Hey guys - Ken from Adirondack Marine here. First I just want to say how excited we are to help out with the Northeast reunion and that it is in our backyard this year. We're hoping for a great weekend!!
In reference to the CCF boat, I agree with everyone of you that this boat should be the official CCF boat and go to Keith. Keith and myself have exhausted every option with Correct Craft to try and make that happen. From Keith's visit to Orlando in the spring and the extensive calls to Correct Craft we have had some assistance, but not enough from the corporate level to help make this boat available for Keith. We are very appreciative of the help that they have given and hope for more in the future. We are hoping that once Correct Craft sees the response that this boat draws from existing and new customers, they will realize the importance of CCF and Keith having a signature boat to help represent the product. There is no better candidate. The passion that is put forth by Keith and you all is amazing. I don't think Correct Craft has a full understanding as to how important and unique this is. Myself and the crew at Adk Marine are excited to be one of the many that are able to make this boat possible. Our intentions are to keep this boat within the CCF family and make sure that it is represented at both/all reunions. All proceeds from this boat will be going directly to Keith and CorrectCraftFan.com in recoginition of his outstanding work and to help keep this website and all events moving onward and upward. I look forward to meeting all of you in Lake George and thanks again!! Ken ------------- |
Posted By: 81nautique
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 9:00pm
Ken, Welcome to the site. Just wanted to make sure you know how awesome it is that a Correct Craft dealer has finally stepped up to the plate. I helped Keith organize the first 2 Green Lake reunions and it's amazing how difficult it is to get local dealership support. You've raised the bar pretty high now, Your support is outstanding and because of outfits like yours we'll be making the 900 mile trek to Lake George in September with boat in tow. Can't wait to meet the rest of our northeast contingency. Thank you ------------- You can’t change the wind but you can adjust your sails |
Posted By: lfskizzer
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 10:38pm
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Welcome Ken,
I was waiting for you to chime in. Ken and I talked alittle about this boat while were up at Lake George for a week of July 12-19 with the family. We chatted about what this boat has and how awesome its going to turn out. I cant wait to see some of you footers behind this boat oh what do you all vote on how many can be pulled by this I have seen 6 behind someones boat could this do 8 strong footers? I mentioned to Ken when we plan on heading up to Log Bay to have aerial photos of as many boats heading up or even some Hi-def video with some low flybys but we will see if that happens. Cant wait to see this final project. Congrats to Keith and Ken and Correct Craft making this boat come true. -Phil ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=4457 - 2008 Ski Nautique 206 http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2683 - 1985 Ski Nautique 2001 Series |
Posted By: LGKen82
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 11:02pm
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Thanks Alan,
It's a pleasure and an honor to be part of it. It was great seeing you Phil in LG and glad you had a good time, I have a call into a friend who has a helicopter and I'm going to see what he can do. I'll keep you posted ------------- |
Posted By: Nautique2001
Date Posted: July-23-2008 at 11:47pm
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Wow, I'm playing catch-up with this outstanding thread. Congratulations on bringing CCF.com and all of us to the next level, Keith. We're definitely on the Correct Craft Inc. radar thanks to you.
I didn't know how the orange would look, but I love the shade as shown in the production photos. That boat will have plenty of get-up-and-go!!! I was disappointed to see the Python engine go, but this makes up for it. I hope the graphics have an old school look. I want to see this boat have it's own Correct Craft brochure! Ken ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1052&sort=&pagenum=4&yrstart=1986&yrend=1990" rel="nofollow - Nautique 2001 |
Posted By: Kristof
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 7:11am
Absolutely! I would definitely go for the blue stripe, no decals on the side, and "Correct Craft - Competition Tow Boat" (in the same blue and font as "CCFan") decals on the transom... ------------- - Gun control means: using BOTH hands! - Money doesn't make one happy, but when it rains cats and dogs, it's still better to cry in a Porsche than on a bicycle... |
Posted By: Kristof
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 7:14am
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Darn... once again, I didn't get the right numbers on the lottery... ------------- - Gun control means: using BOTH hands! - Money doesn't make one happy, but when it rains cats and dogs, it's still better to cry in a Porsche than on a bicycle... |
Posted By: BuffaloBFN
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 10:22am
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Congats Keith...very cool boat! I think it speaks volumes that you guys have accomplished this without the factory doing it all.
I also like the blue accent all the way through...nice touch. ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2331&sort=&pagenum=12&yrstart=1986&yrend=1990" rel="nofollow - 1988 BFN-sold "It's a Livin' Thing...What a Terrible Thing to Lose" ELO |
Posted By: lewy2001
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 10:34am
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I think the side graphics off the 78 Ski Nautique would suit the single coloured hull the best.
It looks a little to plain without decals. Also as a promo boat the marketing of the brand will be important. It would be nice though with more of a retro look to suit this awesome web site. Congrats Keith on the website and the relationship your are developing with CC. I dont know what I did with my leisure time before finding this site. It's addictive I check my email first thing in the morning then have a quick browse thru CCFan before hitting the grindstone. ------------- If you're going through hell, keep going http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2999" rel="nofollow - 89 Ski <a href="http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=5685" ta |
Posted By: 79nautique
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 10:55am
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OUTSTANDING EXCELLENT COLOR CHOICE.
the blue stripe is a nice touch, graphics on the sides would be cool enstead of the smaller CCF logo towards the rear, but like the 70's graphics using the CCF logo with a modified swope of the underscoring F in fan so that it flattens out after the rr in correct and continues forward to a point like the 70's style was like. transom graphics Correct Craft Fan Limited Edition   ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=756&sort=&pagenum=1&yrstart=1979&yrend=1979 - 79 nautique |
Posted By: M3Fan
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 11:11am
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If any side graphics were to go on there, I think the 80-81 graphics in blue would look amazing, and would look modern enough to match the boat nicely. I still vote for the plain sides though. ------------- 2000 SN GT40 w/99 Graphics/Gel 2016 SN 200 OB 5.3L DI https://forum.fifteenoff.com |
Posted By: Kristof
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 11:24am
79, that's a great idea! ------------- - Gun control means: using BOTH hands! - Money doesn't make one happy, but when it rains cats and dogs, it's still better to cry in a Porsche than on a bicycle... |
Posted By: LGKen82
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 12:10pm
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Keith,
What do you think about putting the blue strips down the seat back and base of the back seat? ------------- |
Posted By: 79nautique
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 12:24pm
that sounds cool but maybe also continue on the pads of the storage lockers, but in solid white, enstead of the factory designed swope, as to look like a continous stripe the length of the boat. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=756&sort=&pagenum=1&yrstart=1979&yrend=1979 - 79 nautique |
Posted By: 81nautique
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 12:53pm
Joel, Do you need another "Old School" fix? . You know it's there for you anytime you need to work that out of your system.------------- You can’t change the wind but you can adjust your sails |
Posted By: Keith
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 12:59pm
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I too really like the deck 'racing stripe' and agree it would look great going down the back of the driver's seat, across the hatch cover, and perhaps down the transom.
I'll put a call into Correct Craft today and see what our options are at this point. Keep the feedback coming! Thanks, Keith ------------- Former: /diaries/details.asp?ID=6170" rel="nofollow - 97 Sport Nautique 1994 Ski Nautique 86 Silver Nautique 79 Mustang |
Posted By: Hollywood
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 1:26pm
I also believe this is very important. Too many times you see some "special edition" that is so over jazzed it's comical. "Ski Nautique" needs to be there, the styling is already based off CCFan. ------------- |
Posted By: dmiracle
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 1:56pm
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Keith,
I'm recently registered but a longtime lurker here. First, congratulations on the custom Nautique. Like others here, I agree that all your hard work regarding this valuable site should be rewarded by CC. The boat looks phenomenal. Colors are wayback cool and the racing stripe is awesome. I wanted to weigh in on the side graphics. For me, one of the most legendary attributes of a Nautique is the lettering down the side. It makes a bold, proud statement. While I'm typically a very "no bling" kind of guy, I think this attribute is key to giving the boat the appropriate identity it deserves. Suggestion - Why not pick a particular year that included the racing stripe as part of the styling and "re-create" the graphics of that year? Regardless of the direction you go here, this is a great idea and you deserve the boat for yourself. Nicely done! |
Posted By: Riley
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 3:12pm
If Reid needs to raise some money by selling his beloved Classic, I'd like to be first in line for that one. ------------- |
Posted By: M3Fan
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 3:14pm
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I think the key is going to be to get some mock-ups in place and then vote on them. ------------- 2000 SN GT40 w/99 Graphics/Gel 2016 SN 200 OB 5.3L DI https://forum.fifteenoff.com |
Posted By: backfoot100
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 3:20pm
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This is going to be way too cool of a boat. I like the racing stripe idea and continuing it into the upholstry. I also agree with Chris. The swope upholstry should be deleted if the stripe is put into it.
I agree with Kevin too. As much as I think it would look really cool without the side graphics, it's a Ski Nautique and it should be displayed proudly so that everyone knows exactly who made it. Please, please, please tell me this won't have a tower on it either!!!!! A modern day craft that is supposed to take on the aura of the classic boats before it cannot have a tower. It just ain't right. Just wish I had enough money to puck down on this thing because it would be an awesome boat to own. ------------- When people run down to the lake to see what's making that noise, you've succeeded. Eddie |
Posted By: Keith
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 3:23pm
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Agreed Joel. Here are some ideas (the side graphics could be any color):
Blank (cira 1972): 
1976 Graphics (which did also have the deck stripe): 
1986 Graphics: 
The gel has already been decided. The graphics are being applied at Adirondack Marine so we can decide that as a group. -Keith ------------- Former: /diaries/details.asp?ID=6170" rel="nofollow - 97 Sport Nautique 1994 Ski Nautique 86 Silver Nautique 79 Mustang |
Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 3:40pm
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Keith, congrats again for getting the boat built- its a testament to how great this site is! The opportunity for all of us to follow along as its being built will also be very cool to see.
I love the orange gel- very nice touch. I agree that there should be a large Ski Nautique logo on the side- it would look bare without it. A boot stripe would set off the all-orange scheme as well. Maybe Im alone on this one, but I dont care for the orange/blue combo on a boat- then again maybe its because Im not a Syracuse or Knicks fan.  I think another accent color like silver or gray or (preferably) black would look better- like the early 70's promo boats.
Not sure how difficult it would be, but a retro-ish interior would be cool as well. Instead of the usual swoosh pattern, a plain pattern with some pleats would look awesome. ------------- |
Posted By: RainDog
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 3:52pm
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Wow, this is turning out to be one really sharp boat.
Good point about having lettering on a promo boat. I'd still prefer nekkid, but if not, the '76 graphics would look great in blue. My vote: - Blue Stripe - Blue Stripe through upholstery with swoosh delete - Possibly a blue stripe in upholstered side panels? - 60's metal or 70's plastic CC emblems - metal "Ski Nautique" emblem on dash - CCF.com logo on windshield and transom in blue - positively NO TOWER! This is a SKI Nautique. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1868&sort=&pagenum=1 - 62 Classic http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=5242&sort=&pagenum=1 - 2002 Super Air |
Posted By: JoeinNY
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 4:05pm
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I dont know on the full retro interior idea, it is a new boat with a new boat price and should feel like one, IMHO. There is definitely a need for a large Ski Nautique lettering on the side thats just how people are going to recognize how I, um mean the eventual owner, rolls. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1477 - 1983 Ski Nautique 2001 1967 Mustang 302 "Decoy" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cO5MkcBXBBs - Holeshot Video |
Posted By: Keith
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 4:12pm
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Beyond the CCF logo, a custom interior was not an option presented to me. The interior has already been ordered but I'm checking on what can still be changed. All Silver Cloud (i.e. off-white) may still be an option on the hatch covers. Continuing the stripe in the upholstery is probably not an option, but I will definitely see. We are restricted to the standard offerings for the most part. The rub rail, and custom graphics are not major production changes.
The reaction to the boat has been exactly what I was hoping for -- everyone seems very excited. Don't forget, the boat resumes production on Monday, July 28 and we'll then have daily photo updates of its progress! This particular boat will not have a tower so we don't need to discuss that any more. As Steve said, this boat is a Ski Nautique. -Keith ------------- Former: /diaries/details.asp?ID=6170" rel="nofollow - 97 Sport Nautique 1994 Ski Nautique 86 Silver Nautique 79 Mustang |
Posted By: dmiracle
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 4:25pm
| I love the graphics in the middle example above. Can you show that in blue and in white? |
Posted By: RainDog
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 4:27pm
Hmmm...I bet it would be no problem for Christine's! ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1868&sort=&pagenum=1 - 62 Classic http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=5242&sort=&pagenum=1 - 2002 Super Air |
Posted By: 75 Tique
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 4:28pm
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Well if we're voting on graphics, I think I go with the 76, color unimportant. ------------- _____________ “So, how was your weekend?” “Well, let me see…sun burn, stiff neck, screwed up back, assorted aches and pains….yup, my weekend was great, thanks for asking.” |
Posted By: M3Fan
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 4:35pm
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The more I think about it, the more it seems like mis-matched era graphics is not going to look right. It's going to look like when someone takes an older SN and puts new graphics on it- just out of place. I'm a huge fan of graphic eras on the CORRECT era boat. I think if any graphics should go on it, it should be the 2006-present standard Ski Nautique graphics, in white or straight black to pay homage to the 72 orange promo. That way the new owner doesn't get some sort of a frankenstein boat- they get a true 09 SN with some nice little touches. ------------- 2000 SN GT40 w/99 Graphics/Gel 2016 SN 200 OB 5.3L DI https://forum.fifteenoff.com |
Posted By: bkhallpass
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 5:48pm
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Not wild about blue lettering. Keep it white on the sides.
Whatever you do, the boat needs to flow. It can't be a hodge podge of different eras and ideas that don't work together. Keep it classy and timeless. BKH ------------- Livin' the Dream |
Posted By: quinner
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 5:48pm
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Keith,
For reference here are a couple pic's of the Paragon, as you can see the transom has "Paragon" and below that in block "Limited Edition", the "Glen Lake" we added, the sides had "Paragon" and in block "By Correct Craft". The Black stripe was factory painted. Going to be a very cool boat no matter what, looking forward to seeing the finished product. 
------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1143" rel="nofollow - Mi Bowt |
Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 5:55pm
I agree with the first point- Im not crazy about older boats with newer graphics and paint schemes. I think this is a little different though- this is a one-of boat that will both pay homage to the classic Correct Craft ski boat as well as showcase all of the 2009 appointments. If its subdued and classy, I think it will look great- and vinyl decals arent exactly permanant either if someone wants to make a change down the line. ------------- |
Posted By: Keith
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 6:16pm
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Hey guys,
Here's what we could do on the interior. If it's not too late, we could drop the orange stripe on the interior and make it just the Vapor Blue accent stripe and CCF logo. 
Here is the '76 graphics in blue: 
'76 graphics in white: 
2009 graphics in 'Standard': 
2009 graphics in 'optional': 
-Keith ------------- Former: /diaries/details.asp?ID=6170" rel="nofollow - 97 Sport Nautique 1994 Ski Nautique 86 Silver Nautique 79 Mustang |
Posted By: Keith
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 6:21pm
... or the 2009 'Optional' graphic in white:
-Keith ------------- Former: /diaries/details.asp?ID=6170" rel="nofollow - 97 Sport Nautique 1994 Ski Nautique 86 Silver Nautique 79 Mustang |
Posted By: RainDog
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 6:36pm
I see merit on both sides of the argument. I view CC as being a brand very similar to Harley Davidson. Both companies have a long history with many great iconic products, especially when it comes to design. Harley often will adorn their current model year with emblems and paint schemes that replicate or are heavily influenced from their past models. They have been so successful with this approach, that other motorcycle manufacturers are replicating retro bikes they never made back in the day! Isn't there precedent in the current CC offerings showing graphics that are influenced by some of the classic designs? To my eye, the 196 still retains many classic lines from boats in the '70's. I think making a special one-off that picks up on cues from the past that fit (especially with the blessing of corporate and the dealership) will be very effective. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1868&sort=&pagenum=1 - 62 Classic http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=5242&sort=&pagenum=1 - 2002 Super Air |
Posted By: backfoot100
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 6:43pm
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I love the blue accent stripe. Definitely keep that. After seeing the options for the side graphics, I really like the optional '09 black graphics toward the stern but I think that'll interfere with the CCF graphics. The standard '09 graphics in black would look good too.
Like those options much better than the '76 graphics. ------------- When people run down to the lake to see what's making that noise, you've succeeded. Eddie |
Posted By: Keith
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 6:48pm
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I agree with Eddie. I think the 2009 Optional White or Black graphic near the stern looks good. It keeps thinks simple, current, properly Ski Nautique branded, but still flows with the minor changes to the deck and the rest of the boat. What do other's think?
How about the interior with just the blue accent. I probably need to make that decision today (if it's not already too late). -Keith ------------- Former: /diaries/details.asp?ID=6170" rel="nofollow - 97 Sport Nautique 1994 Ski Nautique 86 Silver Nautique 79 Mustang |
Posted By: M3Fan
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 6:49pm
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Another vote for the optional 09 black graphics. Looks sweet. New interior looks better too. ------------- 2000 SN GT40 w/99 Graphics/Gel 2016 SN 200 OB 5.3L DI https://forum.fifteenoff.com |
Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 6:51pm
How about the optional graphics and add a boot stripe?
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Posted By: skicat
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 6:52pm
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I like the interior with just the blue piping. The sides I sort of lean toward the standard 09 graphics. ------------- Greg http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2427&yrstart=1981&yrend=1985" rel="nofollow - 86 BFN |
Posted By: Riley
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 6:52pm
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Interior with just the blue accent looks good. There's enough orange already on the boat.
I like 2009 graphics in standard with the ccf logo. ------------- |
Posted By: skicat
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 6:54pm
How about just the boot stripe with no graphics & a chrome Correct Craft emblem on the back? ------------- Greg http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2427&yrstart=1981&yrend=1985" rel="nofollow - 86 BFN |
Posted By: RainDog
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 6:57pm
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If you want modern factory graphics, I like the optional SN placement in black.
One way or the other, the deck stripe needs to have some continuity with side hull graphics. I'd say black stripe and black logo or blue stripe and blue logo. I vote to lose the orange in the interior as well. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1868&sort=&pagenum=1 - 62 Classic http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=5242&sort=&pagenum=1 - 2002 Super Air |
Posted By: RainDog
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 6:58pm
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Oh yeah, the boot stripe is a great idea. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1868&sort=&pagenum=1 - 62 Classic http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=5242&sort=&pagenum=1 - 2002 Super Air |
Posted By: Keith
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 6:59pm
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Does the exterior need some blue to tie in with the interior and deck blue accents?
-Keith ------------- Former: /diaries/details.asp?ID=6170" rel="nofollow - 97 Sport Nautique 1994 Ski Nautique 86 Silver Nautique 79 Mustang |
Posted By: skicat
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 7:07pm
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Just do the boot stripe & optional graphics in blue. ------------- Greg http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2427&yrstart=1981&yrend=1985" rel="nofollow - 86 BFN |
Posted By: bkhallpass
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 7:10pm
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09 optional. BKH ------------- Livin' the Dream |
Posted By: Dawg2001
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 7:12pm
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Hello all, I am newly registered but have been a fan of this site for a couple of years now. You guys have helped me tremendously. This boat is going to be awesome!! I personally like the 2009 optional graphics in black (the 76 graphics seem a bit busy). But I wonder how a blue racing stripe with blue interior accents will look with black side graphics. I think that if you go with a blue stripe maybe the graphics should be blue. or you could go with black stripe and graphics. Any way you go it will be a very, very cool boat. ------------- 85 SN2001 Will Rogers said: "I'm not affiliated with any organized political party, I'm a Democrat." |
Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 7:12pm
I say do away with the blue altogether! All graphics (Ski Nautique on side, boot stripe, racing stripe on the deck, and the CCF logo) should be black. Interior should be all white with a small black accent- theres plenty of orange on the deck to keep it from looking plain. ------------- |
Posted By: M3Fan
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 7:17pm
Agreed. ------------- 2000 SN GT40 w/99 Graphics/Gel 2016 SN 200 OB 5.3L DI https://forum.fifteenoff.com |
Posted By: Riley
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 7:22pm
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Black and orange is too ordinary. The deck with the blue stripe and interior with blue accent is a great look. Build off of that. It needs a little blue on the hull, but the 76 graphics in blue is way too much. 2009 graphics in 'Standard' is the best yet. ------------- |
Posted By: Keith
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 7:26pm
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This is a good idea. Only issue is it might be too late. I'm looking into it.
-Keith ------------- Former: /diaries/details.asp?ID=6170" rel="nofollow - 97 Sport Nautique 1994 Ski Nautique 86 Silver Nautique 79 Mustang |
Posted By: BuffaloBFN
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 7:28pm
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Just a thought...how about putting the reunion graphics in the middle of 'SKI NAUTIQUE' like the airs are. Add 'FOR' to the CCFan part and put 'by Corrsct Craft' where the '08 reunion part is?
I don't mean huge and tacky...I do think it should be on the classy side. It's a new boat and my other thought is new graphics. ------------- http://correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2331&sort=&pagenum=12&yrstart=1986&yrend=1990" rel="nofollow - 1988 BFN-sold "It's a Livin' Thing...What a Terrible Thing to Lose" ELO |
Posted By: dmiracle
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 7:31pm
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I totally agree that would look awesome (black and orange) however, if I'm not mistaken, the blue and orange are the CCF colors.
Here's my vote: -Blue racing stripe -White seats with blue piping only (lose the orange) -76 graphics in white -Chrome CCF logo on the back sides - "Limited Edition World Record Towboat" on the stern |
Posted By: quinner
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 7:54pm
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Keith,
Could you render up the side shot with Vapor Blue instead of black? Are the decals the drip style? If so, wondering how the silver metalic/chrome would look if available. Are the seat bottoms going to be the grey / silver cloud mix? My opinion is whatever the deck stripe color is the side graphics should match. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1143" rel="nofollow - Mi Bowt |
Posted By: Hollywood
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 8:11pm
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Original 2009 "SKI NAUTIQUE" decals, white or black standard or optional. ------------- |
Posted By: Keith
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 8:59pm
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As all of you know, the boat is in mid-production. Since production was shutdown this week, we were able to make a minor change to the interior (drop the orange stripe).
The interior is now final and looks great: 
With this complete, we can continue to discuss the exterior and stern graphics, which will all be applied after delivery to Adirondack Marine. -Keith ------------- Former: /diaries/details.asp?ID=6170" rel="nofollow - 97 Sport Nautique 1994 Ski Nautique 86 Silver Nautique 79 Mustang |
Posted By: The Dude
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 9:42pm
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What a great idea and what a great looking boat. It is exciting to think about who may end up with it. Here's to many more really cool ideas and things coming out of this site. Way to go Keith! ------------- Mullet Free since 93 http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=717&sort=&pagenum=1&yrstart=1991&yrend=1995 - 95 Sport |
Posted By: azeus17
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 9:50pm
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Keith-
Awesome job with the boat and the site. If the boat turns out anything like the site, it will be a collector edition for sure. Guys- I can not believe that no one has mentioned this, but it is time to kick up the donations to Keith for a great site. He deserves this boat more than anyone on this forum, or anywhere for that matter! If CC can not make it happen for him, we need to, or at least get him close enough that he can cover the rest. Before I wrote this, I checked and we have 4751 members on the site. Even if everyone pitched in $20, it would be more than enough. I know not everyone will, so I am going to up my donation a little to cover the others. Come on guys! I know none of you are hurting so bad you can not part with $20. My donation is on the way, and although I can not make the NE reunion this year, I hope someday I can catch a ride behind Keith's new, classic, ride! 
PS - If someone did mention this and I skimmed over it, I apologize. ------------- Boats: Current: 02 SANTE Sold: 89 Sport Nautique |
Posted By: Luchog
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 10:30pm
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the 2009 grafics (wich are 80s styled) and the stripe looks good, also a chromed correct craft logo on the rear quarter...
I dont want to be a bighead but was the old style grafics on the sides my idea????  ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=2095" rel="nofollow - 1980 Ski Nautique Commander 351W |
Posted By: shawnmc
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 10:49pm
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i agree. I would be willing to donate some money to make sure Keith would get the boat.
I have never met Keith personally, but have nothing but respect for him and this site. |
Posted By: RainDog
Date Posted: July-24-2008 at 11:27pm
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I don't know if we can get there, but he is now $25 closer. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1868&sort=&pagenum=1 - 62 Classic http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=5242&sort=&pagenum=1 - 2002 Super Air |
Posted By: SNobsessed
Date Posted: July-25-2008 at 1:00am
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My $20 will be on the way tomorrow.
Very cool boat, needs a good home. Hope to see it someday. ------------- “Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy.” Ben Franklin |
Posted By: 62 wood
Date Posted: July-25-2008 at 1:54am
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Keith,
How about graphics like my 68 "nauta-cuda"?? I'd be happy to make a pattern, I even have some house trim paint left ..
Actually... All I can say is WOW!!!!! Love the blue deck stripe. Sounds like I'm in the minority but I like the 76 SN graphics-definately brings a little old into the mix... the whole idea of the project. If the 09 graphics are used, what sets it apart from all the other 196's? Either way, it needs to have a SN logo. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1117&sort=&pagenum=6" rel="nofollow - 64 American Skier 62 Classic.. 73 Ski Nautique |
Posted By: Keith
Date Posted: July-25-2008 at 2:58am
Given that the interior is now final, how about this for the exterior:
-Keith ------------- Former: /diaries/details.asp?ID=6170" rel="nofollow - 97 Sport Nautique 1994 Ski Nautique 86 Silver Nautique 79 Mustang |
Posted By: RainDog
Date Posted: July-25-2008 at 3:51am
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I like the blue outline and stripe, but I'd go with black lettering. To me, the white looks washed out against the orange.
Otherwise, I'd consider this done! ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1868&sort=&pagenum=1 - 62 Classic http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=5242&sort=&pagenum=1 - 2002 Super Air |
Posted By: dsums
Date Posted: July-25-2008 at 3:51am
| I think this one nailed the look for the side graphics. Having this logo in white with the blue shadowing really sets it off. I also like the boot stripe. Now what about the transom graphics. |
Posted By: bkhallpass
Date Posted: July-25-2008 at 4:26am
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I don't like the boot stripe on the modern boat. Just my personal opinion. BKH ------------- Livin' the Dream |
Posted By: JoeinNY
Date Posted: July-25-2008 at 4:36am
I dont know, I would drive it. I think the interior with the blue stripe is top notch. There are half a million cool ways to go with the side, half of me wants stangs no nonsense big black ski nautique on it, the other half is all about recoginizing how much the new boats are spectacular as well and making a modern boat that will surely be a classic later if not immediately. Just for prudence I would not like to see anything that wraps around from the side to back, its almost impossible to keep something vinyl on the back corner in good shape ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1477 - 1983 Ski Nautique 2001 1967 Mustang 302 "Decoy" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cO5MkcBXBBs - Holeshot Video |