1976 Sea Ray SRV220 Cuddy Cabin Need Some Help From the Experienced!

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SeaRayGL

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Hello all I am looking for a bit of help, i just inherited a 1976 Sea Ray SRV220, it has been sitting in my cousins back yard for years now and I have more or less made it a project to get it back on the water. My questions are what should I do to begin getting this boat together?? from what I have been told the last time it was on the water it flooded and about half sunk but apparently the engine still runs but the water pumps are out?

I am a complete novice when it comes to boats are there any websites that you lead me to that might provide parts. any help on trouble shooting, price estimates ect will help.

looking for a little guidance basically take me through the steps you think you would take if a boat that had sat for a long time was put into your lap.

thanks in advance!
 
Hello all I am looking for a bit of help, i just inherited a 1976 Sea Ray SRV220, it has been sitting in my cousins back yard for years now and I have more or less made it a project to get it back on the water. My questions are what should I do to begin getting this boat together?? from what I have been told the last time it was on the water it flooded and about half sunk but apparently the engine still runs but the water pumps are out?

I am a complete novice when it comes to boats are there any websites that you lead me to that might provide parts. any help on trouble shooting, price estimates ect will help.

looking for a little guidance basically take me through the steps you think you would take if a boat that had sat for a long time was put into your lap.

thanks in advance
 
Boy, that's a big request! :smt001

The first question I have would be how mechanically inclined are you? What kind of stuff have you done with autos?

Second, may I suggest using the search tool on this site. Take some time and read a bunch of threads. While they are not plentiful (as opposed to "where do I go to get a new cockpit cover":smt101), there are threads addressing your question.

PS: just post once - it's less reading for me!
 
haha sorry :D
thanks for the advice I have about zero know how about boats, never owned one never even been on one. so im not sure where to even take the thing or how to check and see what kind of engine it has etc. I have some know how about fixing cars but thats about all.

lol oh believe me I have been looking through tons of posts but a lot of them know the specifics about the boat, so far i only know the name of it. where do i look to find out the types of engine it has for example?
 
You can try Sea Ray's site to get an idea on the engine - look for their archive section - it will show you the original brochure/spec sheet. Is there any markings on the flame arrestor (over the carb)? Another thing would be to look for serial numbers on the engine - then ask a Merc dealer (at this point , I'm assuming you have a Merc - the engine and drive would be black). You could also stop by your local Sea Ray dealer with the HIN (like a car's VIN). I *think* it's in the normal spot on a 1976. If so, it's typically just below the rubrail - stern, starboard corner.

You might be best served to ask around - locally - for recommendations on a good mechanic. However, if you're comfortable doing things like compression tests, R&R'ing starters/alternators etc, changing engine and drive fluids, bleeding brakes... well, then you might have just found something to bide your time! :smt001
 
My HIN no is on a plate rivited to the helm. You have a 1976 so on that you could have a merc or OMC. Now I have learned much about OMC but your year could have both. Electric shift went to 1976 and the 400/800 started in 77'. You could hace a late 76' Post a pic od your drive and engine. That will tell all. Mine is a 73' and just resaeled my upper unit. I posted my job on this site.
The fact it runs is good, but you need it to run well so there is tons of maint still to be done. If it did "half sink" there may be some damage done to the engine. Running it will tell you that. I would worry about why it "half sunk" and go from there. Bear in mind, and boat ar anything its age can give you years of good use. But the wrenck time will be up there.
Good luck, Steve
 
First of all...your motor is the same as that in a mid-70's car. However.....there are some very important differences.

I am assuming you want to approach this "on the cheap"...but you gotta know what ya don't know.

First, I would use the Internet to learn about marine engine cooling systems: this is the weakest point, upon which many novices ruin their I/O engines. You should assume you will need need new exhaust risers....and possibly more...in this area. If this proves to an issue, then you should assume you need to rebuild the engine (big bucks).

Next, I'd recommend you take the lower sterndrive unit to a qualified marine mechanic for inspection...you should assume you need seals and assorted other minor work at the very least.

Finally, I'd pop a 12V battery into her and see what her electricals (lights, etc) behave...that'll tell you if varmints (or the sea) have messed w/her wiring.

Sadly, that's just the starting point.
 
Forget the engine right now, look at the floor, stringers, and transom. If rotted the boat needs stripped and redone, or parted out. Then move onto the engine from there.

Can you do woodworking / fiberglass work?
 
The best advise I can give you is to run from this project. Without basic skills you will be spending much more than the boat is worth. Sell the thing for what you can, add the money you received from the sell to what you saved by not doing all this work and buy a great first boat for yourself.
Just my opinion.
 
Guys, I think he already ran... this thread is from about a year ago.
 
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