Recent content by Ck111484

Hmm... it does have a trailer, and accessories (like I said, cockpit cover, full camper top, etc.)

I recently came across one of these in GREAT condition (solid structure, V8 started and purred like a kitten, zero rips in the seats, ALL top configurations - even had the original owner's manual, etc.) for REALLY cheap. I almost pulled the trigger, but got hesitant as I realized that the...

After giving it some more thought, I think I agree with you. At first I saw "25' Sea Ray for $2k? Runs well? Buy buy buy, and flip!", but the truth is, it's an odd boat; it's not a Sundancer or an open bow, so it doesn't have the broad appeal that so many Sea Rays do. And while I'm confident I...

Well folks, same old story here; lacking funds :( In fact I'm not even allowed to visit it because I'm behind on my storage fees. However I've got a potential scheme in mind to jump-start this project again: read it here and let me know what you think...

Hello, So I've recently found and inspected an '88 25' Sea Ray cuddy cabin (from what I can find, "cuddy cabin" is actually the official designation). The boat is in really good shape, feels very solid, and the motor (5.7l) starts and idles better than nearly any other boat of this vintage I've...

Still need to pick up the starter from the rebuild place before I can do any real work, but I went and cleaned/organized a bit, which she desperately needed (haven't touched the outside since last year though).

Okay, so obviously there's work to be done, and I kind of need to come up with a game plan. The big ticket items are: 1) SOMEHOW take care of the broken crank bolt on the starboard motor. What do you think, weld a nut to it and remove it that way? Any other options? 2) FULL service on both...

Woohoo! :grin: I got to go visit her for the first time since I put her away. I was worried how she'd weather the winter, but she did just fine :) Pictures, of course (please excuse the filth): And here's how my helm sits as of now; I still need to make/buy a base for the bench seat...

Also, unless I can figure out a way to make these cushions fit somewhat properly, I think I've decided I'm just going to throw an air mattress in the aft cabin for now :lol: I have the feeling everyone will just be throwing their stuff in there anyway, except for overnighters, where they would...

Yeah, the weather hasn't been cooperating well lately, and I've been busy with pre-season details. Very soon though :) Thanks! I'll be sure to try that. Thanks for the advice - and my boat is "sand", the off-white color (not sure why they didn't just make them white?). Pre-season detailing...

Here's a quick picture update that I don't think I ever posted - The original helm was pretty badly rotten and would have been a PITA to rebuild, so this will more or less be the new setup. Still have to build a base for the bench, and I'm considering jump-seats facing backwards behind them like...

Thanks for the advice. I'm planning on doing EVERYTHING, since this boat has been sitting without being started for nearly 14 years. Thanks! I certainly hope she comes out looking and running well. Very nice! My folks had a '97 370 Sundancer when I was younger... I LOVED that boat.

Anyone have a suggestion as to what the BEST guide is to follow for fully servicing the outdrives? Any links, videos etc. would be much appreciated, Thanks!

My first two detailing jobs (35' Viking and 35' Chris Craft Commander} of the season are 4 figures, so I should finally actually have the money to get her in the water... I just need to not over-schedule myself so I can actually work on her. Just have to: - Service both outdrives (gonna take a...

No updates, she's winterized and stored :( 2016 was not a kind year to me, personally and financially, so I wasn't able to get anywhere near as much as I wanted to with the boat. I couldn't even afford to get it shrink-wrapped, and the marina owner doesn't allow tarps, so the camper top will...