New addition to the stable - ACME 470 Installed
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Topic: New addition to the stable - ACME 470 Installed
Posted By: Chopper
Subject: New addition to the stable - ACME 470 Installed
Date Posted: October-27-2009 at 11:35pm
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Hey guys,
Some of you already know, but picked up the 1991 Ski Nautique below on ebay on Saturday. It has now started it's long jerney down under tonight. I haven't seen it in person, I do know it's be a bit of a project, & but it actually doesn't look too bad. Just have to track down all the bits & pieces that have been taken off it.!  ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
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Posted By: MartyMabe
Date Posted: October-27-2009 at 11:38pm
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Let's have a reunion down under next year and all go down there and build the boat in a week like the cable show'Overhaulin'
Except we'll call it 'PIMP MY NAUTIQUE!' ------------- 66 Skylark http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=5041" rel="nofollow - 93 SN If you're not living in NC, you're just camping out! |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: October-27-2009 at 11:40pm
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couldn't load pic for some reason.? It uploaded but didn't insert. What am I doing wrong.? ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: lewy2001
Date Posted: October-28-2009 at 12:11am
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Andrew is there any funny characters in the name of picture. Characters like _ / * are reserved characters and cannot be used in the uploaded files.
Looks like it was in pretty good condition from Ebay pics. The price was right anyway. Looking forward to seeing more pictures. Hope most of the interior was there for you. Have you organised to have it loaded in a container yet? ------------- 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: SN206
Date Posted: October-28-2009 at 1:16am
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How long will it take to get there? ------------- ...those who have fallen and those who will. |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: October-28-2009 at 1:44am
I'll rename it & try again
Yeah I got some additional pics + the larger versions of the pics from ebay. Interior that is there appears to be in good condition, just dirty. Captains chair and front observer seat back & corner cussions are there. Front seat base cussion is missing. There is no rear seat at all, but it appears that there never was one originally. There are no holes or clips, plus there is a big "Correct Craft Inc" decal on the inside above the tank. Possibly a lower spec'd interior.? Exterior looks reasonably good also. A few minor scratches. Hull isn't too oxidized & may only need cut / polish work Trailer appears to be very good with new tires.
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lewy2001 wrote:Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: October-28-2009 at 1:49am
I don't have a load date, but once loaded it will take approx 5 weeks give or take. most likely give.! ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: JoeinNY
Date Posted: October-28-2009 at 2:02am
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Nice pick up Andrew, congrats. If you get a chance sometime send me your email address to jhf6659 at yahoo I have gotten an email or two from you from the site but have never been able to reply.. Hope summer down under treats you boys well.. ------------- 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: Chopper
Date Posted: October-28-2009 at 2:09am
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Question 1 - Engine
Engine is Protec ignition with carb induction. I was under the impression that it was the throttle body induction that gave problems.? Is that correct or is it the ignition / dizzy / coil pacs that are the problem.? ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: rubitlarman
Date Posted: October-28-2009 at 3:18am
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Chopper, we have a 93 sport with/had the Protech system on it over here in NZ. It was the coil packs that seemed to go on us. After a couple of years and some frustraing times we have just upgraded to a MSD dizzy. Best thing we have ever done.
regards Rob ------------- More power is needed till the fear of speed is overcome by the thrill of acceleration |
Posted By: emccallum
Date Posted: October-28-2009 at 4:29am
| no big deal to convert to ei and dizzy. At least you dont have the expense of buying a carb to replace the throttle body, like I did. Best of luck. |
Posted By: SNobsessed
Date Posted: October-28-2009 at 10:46am
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Andrew - I know it is none of my business - but how much does it cost to transport a boat to Australia? It has to be significant. ------------- “Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy.” Ben Franklin |
Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: October-28-2009 at 12:22pm
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Andrew, nice pick up! I love the cranberry/charcoal.
Do you have a link to the expired ebay auction? Its not coming up in my search... would love to check out more pics. ------------- |
Posted By: harddock
Date Posted: October-28-2009 at 12:30pm
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Tim, it is there under Correct Craft in the completed listings. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=4487" rel="nofollow - 1998 Ski Nautique |
Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: October-28-2009 at 12:35pm
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Kevin, its not showing up. Ive had this problem before where I need a direct link... can you help me out? ------------- |
Posted By: Kristof
Date Posted: October-28-2009 at 12:53pm
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Chopper, now I know who got that boat... I was following up on this one for a buddy of mine here who was also intrested.
Good to see it found a home in the CCFan family  ------------- - 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: Chopper
Date Posted: October-28-2009 at 10:33pm
Here you go Tim. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1991-CORRECT-CRAFT-THEFT-RECOVERY-CHEAP_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem56364008c2QQitemZ370277353666QQptZPowerQ5fMotorboats - 91 link ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: October-28-2009 at 10:38pm
Chris there are lots of variables, mostly concerning shipping method. Excluding inland transport costs, a ballpark figure would be around $4k USD in a container and up around $8k for "roll on roll off" for a boat of this size. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: SNobsessed
Date Posted: October-28-2009 at 10:49pm
Wow, we are so spoiled to have them in our backyards! ------------- “Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy.” Ben Franklin |
Posted By: The Godfather
Date Posted: October-29-2009 at 12:28am
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Andrew, Did you get help with your papers ? Just making sure they helped you. Dave P.S. Nice looking ride 
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Posted By: kapla
Date Posted: October-29-2009 at 1:01am
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price is really tempting!! nice find..now you will have it hard finding some of the parts. The dash comes stripped at least or is a goner? plans on doing a custom one..
will enjoy the rebuilt..good luck.. ------------- <a href="">1992 ski nautique |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: October-29-2009 at 3:29am
Thanks Dave, Yes Larry is helping me out. It would help if I gave him the correct Hull number though 
Might have to get an older classic nect time. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: October-29-2009 at 4:17am
Hey Seb, unless the dash is up under the bow out of sight, it's a gonner. I am considering a custom dash as it is very unlikely that I will find genuine CC dash in Australia. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: Kristof
Date Posted: October-29-2009 at 7:05am
Well, the US CCFans know what to do for you... Guys, start searching!  ------------- - 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: Chopper
Date Posted: November-01-2009 at 9:29pm
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Question 2 - Steering
Do 91's have the tilt adjustable steering wheel.? If so, where would be the best place to get these parts.? This is what I have & more importantly, don't have  ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: boat dr
Date Posted: November-01-2009 at 9:40pm
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Chopper, I think I got all the parts and pieces to repair your tilt helm. Give me a week or so , leaving Mon. nite for a pheasent hunt.... Will search after I return.........Billy ------------- boat dr /diaries/details.asp?ID=4631 - 1949 Dart /diaries/details.asp?ID=1533 - 1964 American Skier |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: November-02-2009 at 12:35am
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Billy,
Good man.! I'm keen to know what you may have, along with anything else missing from that pic. Let me know. Enjoy hunting pheasents. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: November-02-2009 at 2:02pm
No- tilt wheel didnt become an option until '93. You may be able to retrofit, though. ------------- |
Posted By: WakeSlayer
Date Posted: November-02-2009 at 2:21pm
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I thought my 92BFN had a tilt wheel. Maybe a late model 92. ------------- Mike N 1968 Mustang |
Posted By: boat dr
Date Posted: November-02-2009 at 4:39pm
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The helm shown in the pics is TILT, when it was offered is a mute point. I have told Chopper I have the parts to complete his tilt feature............ ------------- boat dr /diaries/details.asp?ID=4631 - 1949 Dart /diaries/details.asp?ID=1533 - 1964 American Skier |
Posted By: kapla
Date Posted: November-02-2009 at 6:15pm
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FYI my 1992 came with tilt...and from the date on the hull number it was an early 92 model as it was built somewhere around september 1991. ------------- <a href="">1992 ski nautique |
Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: November-02-2009 at 6:28pm
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Just checked the brochures... tilt didnt become standard until '93. It was listed as an option in '92. No mention of it in '91, but I know it wasnt offered in '90. Sorry for the confusion! ------------- |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: November-02-2009 at 10:40pm
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you didn't confuse me don't wory. I'm just looking at the pic, and there is no spline, just a 1/2 of a knuckle / uni joint of some kind.
Billy, you can email me at: munstr2001 (at) yahoo (dot) com (dot) au Cheers, Andrew. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: November-02-2009 at 10:43pm
did you shoot all those pesky pheasents already.? ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: akabulla
Date Posted: November-03-2009 at 12:23am
Andrew, that is a sweat deal! The engine is worth that! You know your boat inspired the look of my rebuild so don't make me go get a 91 just so I can follow your lead again  . I can't afford another one!!
Good luck and I am sure after a good wet sanding that exterior will look like new again and you don't have to worry about stringer rot correct? Wasn't it 91 they started using composite stringers or was it 92? Can't wait to see some pics of it completed! Peace! |
Posted By: akabulla
Date Posted: November-03-2009 at 12:25am
| I meant to say the engine is worth WELL more than that! |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: November-03-2009 at 3:06am
Hey AKA, Thanks for the props.! Glad I could be of some assistance - even though you put in far more work & effort than I.! But don't worry, I'm not planning to do too much to the 91. Probably restore the gel & replace the decals. I do have a tower from a 1996 Ski Nautique that I picked up for the 1989 but never used in my garage. I will probably fit that, and maybe a bimni. I'll see what it's like when it arrives. From all reports, it seems to have been looked after up until it was stolen. But I don't want to get ahead of myself just in case. The main priority will be to get the missing parts & get it up & running again No it will still have wood. Composite wasn't officially introduced until 1993. This may influence how long I keep it for. The main reason I posted it here was to share the process with CCF members. (And to find the bits I need) ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: November-10-2009 at 1:43am
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Quick update:
The boat was loaded into the container & delivered to Port on 2 Nov, and departed on 9 Nov. should arrive here on 18 Dec. Sadly no pics of it being loaded as the shipping agent I used was away (SEMA show.?). I guess I'll just have to wait & get some when she arrives. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: akabulla
Date Posted: November-10-2009 at 1:31pm
| So exicting! |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: December-02-2009 at 12:39am
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Hey guys,
The 91 should arrive and be cleared by customs in approx 1.5 - 2 weeks. Looks like I have secured most of the interior parts I need thanks to Paul (Pgaboeing)and hopefully most of the mechanical parts here in OZ thanks to Dan (91nautique). I can't wait.! ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: Donald80SN
Date Posted: December-02-2009 at 12:50am
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Chopper,
SEMA = Speciality Equipment Market Association. They have a huge show in Vegas every year that shows all of the car modification or hop up parts. Chrome Wheels, etc. All After Market stuff for cars. Donald |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: December-02-2009 at 1:20am
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Here's some more pics for those interested.
It's a bit of a mess, but should clean up ok. Front 1 
Front 2 
Rear 
Motor front 
Motor rear 
Hull / prop / rudder 
Hull back  ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: phickman
Date Posted: December-02-2009 at 1:49am
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Nice find, make her pretty again. ------------- Paul Hickman |
Posted By: akabulla
Date Posted: December-02-2009 at 8:18pm
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I really like how the front seat does that. That might be my next project. It is wood now so it would be cool to see if I could make a fiberglass one and get it to flip up like that. But I am also planning on mounting my amps on the back so that would screw with that design.
Can't wait to see what you do with her. How do the stringers look? |
Posted By: Donald80SN
Date Posted: December-02-2009 at 8:31pm
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AKA,
He will not get it until maybe Dec 18th. These picture came from the boat dealer in California. I think. Donald |
Posted By: akabulla
Date Posted: December-02-2009 at 11:43pm
| Ahhhhh, gotcha. I thought he already got it since he had new pictures. |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: December-02-2009 at 11:47pm
They look good from here 
I guess I will find out in a week or two. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: kapla
Date Posted: December-03-2009 at 6:45pm
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gas tank looks new!! mine has turned into a yellowish colour...looks crappy against that one.... ------------- <a href="">1992 ski nautique |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: December-08-2009 at 3:05am
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Would anyone be interested in helping me try to track down the previous owner so I can find out some more details.?
I do have some other details, but I don't want post them on the forum as their not my details to post. I have the title, which indicates that the previous owner is from Pleasanton CA. Looks like it was a one owner boat too as the title was issued in 1991 & was only transfered to the insurance company. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: bkhallpass
Date Posted: December-08-2009 at 5:03am
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Chopper,
I live 30 miles from Pleasanton. I'm usually there a couple times per week. Send me a PM with what you have and I'll see if I can help you. BKH ------------- Livin' the Dream |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: December-08-2009 at 5:17am
Hi Brian, How do I send you a PM on this site.? email through the site.? I'll just try that Cheers, Andrew. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: December-10-2009 at 6:35am
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Hey guys,
can anyone tell me what the GVR / GVW weights for this trailer / boat setup will be.? Also the width of the trailer.? ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: bkhallpass
Date Posted: December-10-2009 at 1:38pm
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Chopper. I got your email. I have not had time to pursue. Friday looks like my first opportunity. BKH ------------- Livin' the Dream |
Posted By: Pgaboeing
Date Posted: December-10-2009 at 1:54pm
| Andrew, I will be sending the tilt steering helm assembly. |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: December-10-2009 at 10:53pm
Thanks Brian. That's great. Much appreciated. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: December-10-2009 at 10:56pm
You better email me with some details then hey.  ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: bkhallpass
Date Posted: December-11-2009 at 1:05am
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Chopper,
I spoke to the previous owner of your boat. Nice guy. The boat was stolen in July. The previous owner took the money from his insurance company and has purchased a 95 SNOB. The boat was originally a promo boat used at Bell Aqua in Sacramento California. The promo driver was guy named Gustafson, and his son was a comp skier. It was reported that the boat pulled jump at the Nationals in Bell Aqua. He believes that was in 91. The previous owner bought the boat after 1 season with 120 hours on the boat. It had 875 hours on it when stolen. The previous owner reports he never had a single problem with the boat, and serviced it each season. The boat has never seen salt water. After Bell Aqua it spent its life on the California Delta. Now that he has told me which boat it was, I can say I passed that boat on its lift many times. It was located about 15 minutes from my house by water. The boat was hotwired, gutted, and left floating in a large slough about 25 minutes by water from the site it was stolen. He said it was a carbureted engine with a breakerless ignition. I do not know if that means pro tech, and neither did he. I invited the previous owner to check out the website and follow your progress on the restore. He said he was very happy to hear the boat had gone somewhere that it would be used. That's all I got. BKH ------------- Livin' the Dream |
Posted By: bkhallpass
Date Posted: December-11-2009 at 1:09am
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P.S. I told the owner I would not put his name or personal information on a website, and he gave me the ok to post the story here. BKH ------------- Livin' the Dream |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: December-15-2009 at 2:52am
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Great info Brian.
Thanks very much for doing that for me (and everyone else here )
Thanks again. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: bkhallpass
Date Posted: December-15-2009 at 7:28am
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No worries.
BKH ------------- Livin' the Dream |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: December-24-2009 at 12:39pm
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G'day all,
A quick update for you all. I picked up the boat today.
It finally cleared our customs. The biggest delay was a government "environmental" agency that needed to confirm that the boat did not have air conditioning or refrigeration. 
Anyway, she's finally home & tucked away. I haven't had much time to check it out, but the initial inspection was good. Very minimal damage from the journey. There's a couple of marks on the rub rail, but that's about it. Floor seems very solid. I haven't found any soft spots at all. The carpet is really good with only one small wear patch that I have found, but it's where the observer seat base rubs. Vinyl is in good shape. No splits, but the captains chair has a scuff on it from rubbing against the wheel fender that was cut off & "placed" thoughtfully inside the boat (on my seat) for the trip. There are a few chips in the gel on the port side, but these appear to be pre existing. Nothing major, but will test my ability to colour match gel. Other than that, the hull appears to be i excellent shape. No spider cracks. It's got some oxidation on the maroon, but not too bad, I'd say a day of wet sanding will sort that out. I don't think I'll paint this one Pete.! But I probably will update the decals to something a little newer. So overall I'm pleased with the initial inspection. The colour even goes well with my truck! I'll post up some pics when I have some more time. Merry Christmas.! ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: MartyMabe
Date Posted: December-24-2009 at 12:54pm
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Chopper--Andrew
Have we spoken about the SN Plaques going back on the dash pod? Did the boat have the pod or have you acquired it by now? Ok- yes I remember now-we have spoken. I'm sure it will need BRAND NEW PLAQUES! E-mail me with your shipping address and what you want the Personalized Plaque to say so we can get this on the way Down Under. I think you have my e-mail Mr. Mundt. mtmabe@northstate.net ------------- 66 Skylark http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=5041" rel="nofollow - 93 SN If you're not living in NC, you're just camping out! |
Posted By: akabulla
Date Posted: December-24-2009 at 12:54pm
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That's great news! Congrats! No stress cracks and no softspots in the floor is a very good sign of decent stringer conditions. It probably means they kept it stored inside or always let it dry after taking it out.
Can't wait to see some pictures! That's one of the best Christmas presents I have ever heard of! Merry Christmas! |
Posted By: Wacko
Date Posted: December-24-2009 at 2:51pm
| Sounds good!! Looking forward to some pics when you get a chance |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: December-24-2009 at 9:53pm
Hey Marty, Mate I've just sorted out the international finance for the interior parts. Talk about dramas.!!! I'll touch base with you when I get the bits & let you know what I would like on it. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: December-24-2009 at 9:55pm
Well Brian mentioned that it was stored on a lift. It definately looks like it'll be good enough to use straight away without any stringer repairs. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: lewy2001
Date Posted: December-25-2009 at 12:13am
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Chopper will be hard to fit the boat under the tree.
Sounds like it is in better condition than you expected? The purchase price looks even better now. How about the trailer? When you get a chance post up some arrival pictures. One thing I did pickup when importing mine was that every one will be a different. The government departments seem to have many different interpretations of their own regulations. ------------- 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: eric lavine
Date Posted: December-26-2009 at 12:58pm
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any good news with the breaker bar? ------------- "the things you own will start to own you" |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: December-27-2009 at 10:31am
Eric - did I midd something here.? ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: December-27-2009 at 10:39am
Tree.??? Well I think condition is not too bad at all really. I will have to find some white gel coat & try my hand at colour matching. Trailer is pretty good too. some minor damage from being strapped down in the container. It's too wide though for our roads though, so some mods will be required there. I took some pics yesterday, but have been busy getting the 89 ready for it's new owner. I'll download them & post them up. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: eric lavine
Date Posted: December-27-2009 at 11:22am
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did you put a battery in and crank her? ------------- "the things you own will start to own you" |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: December-27-2009 at 11:33am
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Not yet. I spun it by hand though. Nice & smooth ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: December-27-2009 at 11:40am
Here's a few pics for you guys. Note the screen was removed for transport.
On the way home. 
At home - This is how it arrived. 
Tucked away. 
Gel shined up pretty nicely with a very quick polish.  ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: eric lavine
Date Posted: December-27-2009 at 11:43am
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good to hear, once the carbs are off its scary, all it take is one rainfall and it fills one cylinder or 2, i bet your excited, nice deal ------------- "the things you own will start to own you" |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: December-27-2009 at 11:53am
Hell yeah I'm excited about getting it up & running again. took it real easy turning it in case something had "fallen in" Goal is to have it up & running for feb. I'm off until the 4th, but I'm not allowed to touch it as I have too many other things on my "to do" list. lucky I had to clean the shed tonight hey I might sneak it out for a quick wash tomorrow & clean the interior when I do the 89's tomorrow also.
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Posted By: akabulla
Date Posted: December-27-2009 at 12:25pm
| Andrew, I didn't realize you were selling the 89! You primarily wake board don't you? Do you think the 92 will put up as good of wake as the 89? I heard after the 2001s the wake flattened out quite a bit. |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: December-29-2009 at 10:36am
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Hey Joey,
It's just time for a change. The 89 goes on Saturday. 
I haven't boarded behind a 90-96 Ski Nautique yet, but I have taken a buddy out who has a 94, and he mentioned that the wake was similar between the two hulls. I guess I will find out soon enough. We managed to get a decent wake out of our old 98, so I'm sure it will be ok. I really only picked up the 91 for a bit of a project anyway, so we'll see what happens. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: January-03-2010 at 11:32pm
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Well the 89 went on Saturday. Michael (new owner) mentioned that he would post up here, so make him feel welcome guys.
I took to the red gel with some cheap cutting compound (read gritty sludge in a can) on the weekend. It's actually doing a really good job at getting rid of the oxidation. hopefully with a couple of passes with this stuff (folloewd by polish etc), I will get a good shine back. I'm sure it's been asked before, but can you still get decals for a 1991.? Mine look OK from a distance, but shabby up close as the edges are lifting etc. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: January-04-2010 at 12:27am
Frist modification was to the trailer. Gone is the gunnel rubber destroying bow stop.
It will be replaced with something like this. Will probably relocate the winch post too. 
A couple of hours with the heat of a flood light restored the gunnel rubber resonably well to close to original shape. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: akabulla
Date Posted: January-05-2010 at 1:38pm
| I would like to do that on mine as well but I don't have the support under the front of the boat like you have. I have been thinking about adding a roller there. |
Posted By: akabulla
Date Posted: January-07-2010 at 6:27pm
Not to thread jack but does anybody know who would sell a bow stop like that to work on my trailer?
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Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: January-07-2010 at 10:48pm
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Your trailer is slightly different to my old CC trailer, but I'm sure you could modify it slightly.
I converted my original CC trailer from this: 
to this: 
I will use a roller from now on over the carpeted V as it put a water stain on the hull. Alternatively you could add a centre section & use a bow stop / winch post like I did on the new trailer. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: akabulla
Date Posted: January-07-2010 at 11:04pm
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Andrew,
Did you fabricate that yourself or buy it premade? That is exactly what I want to do! Later |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: January-07-2010 at 11:34pm
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If you are referring to the carpeted V on the original CC trailer, I fabricated it myself from the old bow stop pieces. The roller / winch post on the new trailer was pre made. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: January-08-2010 at 12:15am
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Picked up my first lot of parts yesterday.
Thanks to Dan (91 Nautique) I have an original 1991 PCM Holley marine carby, fuel line, alternator & flame arrestor. Big thanks also to my neiqhbour for picking them up for me on the other side of the country. Just need the RWP & ignition leads now for a test fire of the engine. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: January-08-2010 at 12:19am
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I was looking at the heads on the 91 the other day. They have 2 raised bars on the end of the heads. I know the GT40p's have 3 raised bars.
My previous 89 had none at all. What do the 2 raised bars signify.? ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: 91nautique
Date Posted: January-08-2010 at 2:29am
He left behind a bag of parts that I threw in for you, (carb bits) and some dash switches. Iv'e put them in the meter box- he can pick them up anytime, he drives right past my place to get to his brothers. Here is the link for your bow light we spoke about on the phone http://www.bla.com.au/index.php?fn=productView&dId=1&id=7099&eId=10&sId=3b37c314c254d08a9316ffa202802211 - Nav Light |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: January-08-2010 at 5:17am
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Oh ok I'll let hem know.
Thanks mate.! ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: eric lavine
Date Posted: January-08-2010 at 10:15am
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gt-40, i believe the difference is in the exhaust port also, they still have the bigger valves....please correct me if Im incorrect ------------- "the things you own will start to own you" |
Posted By: kapla
Date Posted: January-08-2010 at 10:57am
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2 bars are from the base engine heads 245 hp..
don;t know difference of those and the older ones...I guess less compression due to bigger combustion chambers??? still on vacations so no much to tell from my boating yet... just enjoying the beach with the kids... ------------- <a href="">1992 ski nautique |
Posted By: kapla
Date Posted: January-08-2010 at 11:08am
thread jack....me while posting live ...from Punta del Este Uruguay
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Posted By: eric lavine
Date Posted: January-08-2010 at 12:09pm
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Kap, do you have a job? ------------- "the things you own will start to own you" |
Posted By: Kristof
Date Posted: January-08-2010 at 8:34pm
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Eric,
Yes he does, in between touring around the world!! LOL ------------- - 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: Chopper
Date Posted: January-09-2010 at 2:58am
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Can anyone point me in the direction of where to find info on the firing order for the protec coil pack.? ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: lewy2001
Date Posted: January-09-2010 at 5:24am
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Chopper page 18 Figure 26 of 1993 PCM Service Manual in Reference section.
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Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: January-09-2010 at 9:04am
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Thanks lewy,
I'll check it out. ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: January-09-2010 at 1:15pm
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Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: January-09-2010 at 10:50pm
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Even better.
Thanks Tim. Saves me downloading the manual at this time.! ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: Chopper
Date Posted: January-09-2010 at 11:13pm
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OK guys,
Here's my next question. If I get time, I am going to attempt to start the motor next weekend. With no dash pod or key, what is going to be the best way to "hotwire" it.? ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1540&sort=&pagenum=2&yrstart=1996&yrend=2000 - 98 Ski |
Posted By: rubitlarman
Date Posted: January-10-2010 at 6:31am
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Chopper you should be able to hotwire it via the solenoid at the rear of the eng. You'll have to bridge a wire to make the 'ignition' (eg turning the key) then touch something (screwdriver etc) between either the poles on the solenoid or the starter itself to turn her over. The wiring diagram in the ref section is pretty clear (if your's is still wired this way, ours isn't). Wire 21 bridged to wire 42, the fusable link, should do it.
Have you priced up a new distributor yet? You won't regret it once you start having problems with your ProTech system:) Rob ------------- More power is needed till the fear of speed is overcome by the thrill of acceleration |