How many boats do you currently own?

[Chris]

Alright gang,

Here's the "come clean" poll.

How many floating vessels do you currently own?

I don't know if we have enough options for Coop. :D

[Cooperider]

"floating"? I'll have to wait a while to play on this thread.

[Chris]

LOL! :p

[Chris E]

86 sea ray - 3.0l mercruiser
79 predictor - no power
80 sterling tin w/7.5 merc electric start

[LAPLANT]

JUST ONE BOAT AND ABOUT 3/4 OF A MOTOR

[Chris]

I've got....

-The Check Pulse
-14' Naden Laker with 25 HP Merc
-12' Tin Boat with '65 Merc 9.8 H.P. or whatever the heck I throw on the back that's laying around in the shed. :p
-Pedalboat
-Sailboat

[Boston Predictor]

Ive got
1988 Rallysport 300GT
1989 Checkmate Predictor 90 OMC
1960's 15' Dorsett Belmont w/ 40 seahorse
1988 Kawasaki 650sx Jetski (not a boat:eyes:)

And....comming soon!!!!....1980 something Baja 18' with 110 Evinrude:bounce:

[John A]

I'm heading towards out of control.

- 1995 Maxum 2400 SCR
- 1988 Spectra 171
- 12' tin boat with 1999 Johnson 9.9
- 12' tin boat with 1959 Johnson 10
- 3 canoes
- 2 kayaks
- near 0 time to use them - workin' too much :yell:

John

[Chris]

Let's see some pics boys!

John, I'd like to see some pics of that old Johnny 10. :thumb:

[Chris]

Here are a couple of my oldies in action. :)

The Merc is a '65 9.8 H.P. and the 'Rude is a '59, 5.5 H.P. Fisherman

[BRIAN S]

1972 14' SEARS ALUMINUM 15 HP RUDE
1974 16' STAR CRAFT (FIBERGLASS) 100 HP JOHNSON
1984 21' CHECKMATE ENCHANTER 200 HP RUDE :thumb: (THIS IS MY BABY)

[175checkmate]

Just the one. Don't think I could handle anymore.

[Chris]

Gus, it's too bad you don't have a second boat to enjoy.

Something that isn't too great but runs and gets you out on the water.

That's why I like my old tin boats. :)

[Boston Predictor]

I hear that Chris. I am happy to be in any boat no matter how fast.:thumb:

[John A]

Let's see some pics boys!

John, I'd like to see some pics of that old Johnny 10. :thumb:

I'll have to take one of it and post it here. This motor is a couple of years older than digital cameras!

[Chris]

I'll have to take one of it and post it here. This motor is a couple of years older than digital cameras!I'll see if I can get a few pics of my oldies. They're a labour of love for the most part. I have a few and switch them around on the old tin boat. I'll run one for a half a tank or so and then take it off and put on another. They seemingly always need something done to them too, so when they're off I'm usually messin' with 'em. :yell: :) :D

[JW]

Six as of this weekend :bigthumb:

2 kayaks (Perception)
1 paddle boat (Playmate!)
1 pontoon boat (20'+ San Pan/Aqua Patio, powered by 15 Honda)
1 row boat (Alumacraft T-14V, now missing it's 15 Honda)
1 tubing boat (Four Winns Freedom 180 with 150 BRP)

Looking for my next Checkmate.........:brickwall:

[Chris]

What's the plan for the 'toon JW?

Going to rig it up with something bigger and put the 15 back on the tinboat?

[JW]

No, I think the 15 Honda is ideal on that pontoon boat. Talk about a cheap ride! I'm still using the small 3-gallon gas tank, and I rarely have to fill it. The aluminum boat can use my 30 lb trolling motor.

[Chris]

Yesterday I got myself a 1971 Merc 9.8 for free from our local marina. It was sitting on a back stand and I inquired about it and they said it needed too much work so the owner gave it to them. So inquired as to how much they wanted for it and they said take it and get it out of our hair. Needless to say, I've known the people forever, so I told them I'd give them 50 bucks as I didn't feel right taking it for nothing.

Anyhoo, it needs a bit of work of course, but I'm already rippin' into it.

This model is the one that is black and has the red (late 60's early 70's) Merc Graphics.

It's a pretty kewl old thing, so hopefully I can get it runnin' again. :)

[JW]

Those are going for a LOT of money on EBAY

[Chris]

Those are going for a LOT of money on EBAYI started a dedicated thread over here and posted a few pics...

http://forums.endlessboating.com/forums/showthread.php?p=320#post320

[poppasmurff]

I got ....
'74 Sea-Ray w/188hp OMC I/O
'61 Thunderbolt w/60Hp GALE Soveriegn OB
'79 Celebrity no power or drive
'78 Cobia Sportster w/120hp OMC I/O
'74 Tri-hull (UNK make) w/188hp Mercusier I/O
'79 230 Cortez w/220 Mercuiser I/O
'68 Thompson w/188hp Mercuiser, no outdrive
'88 Paddle boat
'84 Galaxie w140hp Mercuiser I/O
'69 Evinrude Explorer w/155 OMC & electric shift.
Plus a few more I'm slowly getting in the water or out to pasture as it were...

[Chris]

Hey Poppa,

Welcome to the forums, I appreciate you joining up and joining us.

That's a nice and sizeable collection you've got there. :thumb:

If you like, perhaps you can load some pictures up into our gallery and then you can post them here on the forums.

You'll have to load your pics into the categorized brand section. Not all the sections of the photo gallery are open for uploads. IF you need additional brand categories added, just let me know which ones you'll need for your boats and I'll create them for you.

:needpics:

-Chris

[Enticer1]

1988 HydroStream Vegas with 200 Black Motor
1998 Avon 10.3 RIB with 9.9 JohnnyRude
Ocean Kayak Malibu II

[Old Hickory]

I said I have 2 boats, but I actually have 4, for got about my hobie and a jointly owned Grumman/sears canoe.

83 Checkmate Enforcer
Wareagle 848
Hobie cat 75
16ft Grumman/sears canoe


Hick

[JUPITER PULSARE]

I've got my beloved 1995 Pulsare 2100/Merc 225 Xri and
my 1988 mint Hydrostream Valero YT bowrider/Merc 175 blackmax. I keep thinking about selling one or the other the way the economy is:shakehead:...but it's hard to part with either one!!!

[CHECK16]

I've have a 2007 Checkmate 1600 BR/ 2005 125 Merc. turning a 26p Laser II.:surf:

[Old Hickory]

I've got my beloved 1995 Pulsare 2100/Merc 225 Xri and
my 1988 mint Hydrostream Valero YT bowrider/Merc 175 blackmax. I keep thinking about selling one or the other the way the economy is:shakehead:...but it's hard to part with either one!!!

I know we talked about this on the checkmate forum; but, your Valero is a sweet boat. I saw one just like it on Percy Priest(nashville) and thats when my wife and I fell in love with performance boats. Was actually looking to buy a Valero when I discovered checkmate and the Enforcer specifically. If it was me I'd have trouble parting with it as well.

[Chris]

I know we talked about this on the checkmate forum; but, your Valero is a sweet boat. I saw one just like it on Percy Priest(nashville) and thats when my wife and I fell in love with performance boats. Was actually looking to buy a Valero when I discovered checkmate and the Enforcer specifically. If it was me I'd have trouble parting with it as well.Well Hick,

You seem to like getting all itchy with the glass and such, so maybe a vintage 'Stream can be your next project. ;)

Gawd knows many, if not most of the vintage 'Streams, not only need a new transom, floor and stringers, but many also need a new core too!

So who knows? Maybe after you finish up the Enforcer, you can start on a vintage 'Stream. :yell: :D

-Chris

[eaglejim]

15ft tri-hull and jet flea

[Chris]

Welcome aboard eaglejim! :)

-Chris

[seamus30]

2008 starcraft starfire 1600 DC
2008 60 hp Evinrude E-TEC

[Chris]

Welcome aboard Seamus. :)

Nice to have you with us. :thumb:

-Chris

[FlipFlopFly]

Just the one. Don't think I could handle anymore.

Neither could I..................at the same time.;)

[FBL]

OK i kinda cheat since i run a boat rental company but here is the list

1: Wellcraft excell 27ft
2: Cruisers yacht 33ft
3: Trophy 2502 walkaround 25ft
4: Hydra sport 230 23ft
5: Pro fline 21 walkaround
6: Wellcraft v20 ( out of commission waiting on new engine )

[boatnuts]

I have 2.... and a half

1. 2007 Four Winns Horizon 180/ 3.0 VP SX

http://i205.photobucket.com/albums/bb65/chrisvs/180atcampisland2-1.jpg

2. Old Sea Nymph 14' tin boat with 1978 7.5hp Johnson
3. 1/2 finished Sea Flea.... still trying to get finished

I also have a 1967 Chrysler 3.5 hp outboard in fine running condition.

[Lipps]

1979 16' Lund 35hp evinrude, 40 lb minnkota

2001 1850 fishhawk sc 150 Johnson

[204 Escape]

One payment a month is too much !!!!!!!!

[john lamon]

89' Checkmate Eluder w 220 EFI Mariner
00' Polaris Virage 700 sea doo
09' 2180 Sweetwater pontoon w 90 E-TEC
85' Lund w/b w 25 Yamaha
85' pelican paddleboat
09' pelican paddleboat
88' canoe

[Chris]

89' Checkmate Eluder w 220 EFI Mariner
00' Polaris Virage 700 sea doo
09' 2180 Sweetwater pontoon w 90 E-TEC
85' Lund w/b w 25 Yamaha
85' pelican paddleboat
09' pelican paddleboat
88' canoeWelcome aboard John - nice to have you as a member over here as well.

Thanks for joining up. :)

-Chris

[Old Hickory]

Well Hick,

You seem to like getting all itchy with the glass and such, so maybe a vintage 'Stream can be your next project. ;)

Gawd knows many, if not most of the vintage 'Streams, not only need a new transom, floor and stringers, but many also need a new core too!

So who knows? Maybe after you finish up the Enforcer, you can start on a vintage 'Stream. :yell: :D

-Chris

Don't know how I missed this post:pissed: If I start another project boat my wife will probably throw me and the boats out.LOL. Restoring an old Stream would be sweet! Hopefully I'll make some progress on the Enforcer this year; after that who knows? I do have some work to do on the the Crownie this winter; I need to replace the rear deck support stucture and a couple of seat backs(rear lounge and the anchor compartment). I'll be sure to post the repairs here on EB w/ pics once I get started. We are also going to add a WB tower and replace the convertible top as well. Should make for a nice facelift thread.:D

I'm at work now, but I'll update my profile and include a link in my signature, so that those here on EB can follow my Enforcer resto.

Hick

[the_mayor]

2000 Wellcraft 3300 marinique "Fitzy's Girl"
1980 Wellcraft 310 Suncruiser "FUNBUNNS III" (for sale)

[Wet-Willy]

I have only one boat,an early 70s Sidewinder w/72 1150 Merc.But I have 3 more outboards in my shop.61 Flying Scott 75.2,69 Chrysler 45L and 71 Merc 500.Do they count?(LOL)

[grandpaclint]

1973 24 foot Sea Camper house boat

19?? 16 ft lund,25 merc,sears kicker

1962 16 ft wellcraft,65 hp merc, 3hp kicker

1962 powercat 17s,merc 900

all running
:surf:

[fritzmerde]

It is hard to say how many I have now-12 or so. Let me explain before the red bs flag gets thrown. My eldest son has been involved with Cub and boy scouts for 5 years. Being dad I try to help out as much as I can. We do the camping trips ect. so the boys can earn their merit badges & belt loops. Living on & sometimes almost in the NE river I go out every chance I get-not nearly enough for me & way to much for my wifes tastes-anyway-I was shocked to find that most of the kids had little or no knowledge about boating, sailing, fishing, and most other outdoor fun. I'm thinking geez these kids live on the bay and its just water. I looked in to some things, talked to some parents & made my pitch-it was simple-we teach the kids to respect nature-how can they respect things that they don't know exhist. The word got out-I was looking for anything that floated, could be fished, whatever. My neighbor is the Pres. of the local MSSA (MD. Saltwater Sportsman Ass.). I told him what I wanted to do-they stepped up, supplied the kids with rods,reels,lures and a BBQ. I'd come home and find a rowboat ect. Thats how I got my fleet of boats-now if I could just get these kids out of my yard-

[leaken42]

Hey all,

I should raise my vote to 6, I didn't think we were going to include Kayaks
so: 85 Wellcraft 2800 Monte Carlo w/ one 4.3 w/ alpha 1 gen 1 od (need the mate to it) 87 Bonito w/ 88 johnson/SPL old town canoe, 2person island kayak, 1person waves kayak, 12 ft sears gamecraft which is paddle power.

[meboatermike]

17' Checkmate 115 hp merc outboard
27' dory 35 hp Johnson
2 kayaks
1 paddleboat
and a 12 sailboat that almost killed me :mad:

[smilemaker]

i have bought 3 this summer , have 5 in my yard, 2 at super daves, & he has 10. weve got from the smallest little racers like they ride on their knees at sharptown md every year, on up to 28 superboat. 16 mate, 15 tunnel, 16 hydro, 18 v king, 2-21 v bottoms like mates, 24 super boat mirage, 28 superboat, my 21 enchanter, my 23 sangar, 22 w/ cabin, 22 chapperall w cabin 200 merk & good trailer, & i just bought a 17 ariva w 200, 2 spare 200s, & getting ready buy an 18 allison. just found a lefthand case for the sangar, & dont have any time to work on all this stuff because im too busy fixing heat. me & daves woods are a boat grave yard full of multi colored tarps. im building the garage now too. only boating i did this summer was when i went to work on tangeir.

[smilemaker]

anybody looking for something unique?

[Chris]

Let's see 'em captain! :)

-Chris

[claupie]

09 Checkmate pulsare 2100 LD W/250 xs
And just bought new princecraft youkon w/25 merc.

[Chris]

Sounds like a fun boat Claupie. :thumb:

I love my old Tinboats. They're so simple, yet so fun.

What's the plan for this one? :)

-Chris

[claupie]

What's the plan for this one? :)

-Chris
I quit fishing years ago.But my son never did.So we are going to revive them good old times . :surf:

Pierre