1975 Checkmate Vmate restoration

Will Switzer · 03-05-2011, 03:51 AM

I got a good deal on the boat and trailer package so I dicided to go ahead and buy it and rebuild it and keep it on the water . This boat is going to be for me only . No water sking,tubing or anything like that . Just for me to get out and tear up the lake . My trimate will be my ski boat ....

Will Switzer · 03-05-2011, 03:57 AM

I have most of my parts . Still looking for a 15 ft Mercury ride guide cable . I have my gauges etc. Im going to hang a 150hp Merc Inline six on the back too . That will be getting sent out here to Wayne in s.c. for him to rebuild for me. Everything for the transom to the floor and stringer to sanding and repainting . Its getting it all .

My new wheels for the trailer

Will Switzer · 03-05-2011, 04:04 AM

Was able to save the bucket seats too and a big plus . Not really sure if I am going to re-install the rear seat bench or not . might just have a cover made for the back to close off the bilge area . That will free up a little more weight and give me a little more speed . Every ounce counts lol .

All that was left of the old wood

Will Switzer · 03-05-2011, 04:10 AM

Now I just have to wait for some warmer weather so I can head up to the lake and get to the boat . Cant wait to get started . Would like to have it finished this year

**Chris** · 03-05-2011, 07:22 PM

Looking good Will!

Thanks for sharing that.

Spring is just around the corner, so hopefully you can get working on it soon.

-Chris

Will Switzer · 03-08-2011, 02:11 AM

Picked up a few Mercury chopper props . A 24 p Chopper and a 26 p Chopper . Cant wait to try them both out and see what prop is better .Its gunna be a fun Summer

Will Switzer · 03-21-2011, 11:29 PM

My New 15ft Mercury Ride guide cable came today Along with a few other things Like New set of Moly piston rings . I also have new plugs on the way and brand new upper and lower motor mounts . There are still just a few little things I still need but other than that I have most my parts .

Will Switzer · 08-18-2011, 11:13 PM

Its been quite some time since I have posted but I do have some up dates . I have the motor and boat finally home and gunna start working on her here soon .

Will Switzer · 08-18-2011, 11:16 PM

Here are a few pictures of the motor and the engine stand . Had my uncle make a plate for me to hang the outboard on a car engine stand ...

Will Switzer · 08-18-2011, 11:28 PM

Also picked up a new external wire harnes that goes from the control box to the motor . The old one is a real piece of junk And today was the last time it will be used ...