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[RickK]

  aboard Joe.  Our site is loaded with great info and as of late, a steady stream of new members with the 205 model.  A pretty popular model for sure.

[Capt. Bob]

Welcome aboard Joe.

[ftac03]

Hey Guys,

I've been a member and lurker for a while. I live just outside of Beaumont Texas. A few weeks ago I saw a post for a 1978 aquasport on a local FB group. Turns out the boat was less than a mile from my house and I ended up with it for $100. I think I'll call it the C-Note, or Sea Note. Anyway, I plan to take this hull down to the stringers and go back with a center console setup. I'm not sure what to do with the transom. I do alot of wade fishing and would like the ease of entry with an open transom but have a feeling that a full transom is the way to go.

All the glass is good and will be for sale along with the associated hardware and hatches. If you need any parts let me know.

[Capt. Bob]

Welcome aboard again then, ftac.

[RickK]

Welcome FT - I'll be learning from your rebuild for sure.

[VAL22-2]

good morning to all, I am writing from italy Aas avid American boats, I'm buying a aquasport 222 cc of 87 stops for 3 years, I'll have to do some work to put it back in the water, I will certainly post some pictures before and after the work, a greetings to full throttle

[Capt. Bob]

Welcome aboard Val.

[RickK]

Another member from Italy - 

[jgrear]

I am a new member and second owner of a well-loved 1969 flat back in Narragansett, RI.  I am trying to make an honest assessment of what this boat needs, what kinds of modifications would make her more suitable for the waters in this area (Narragansett and Point Judith), versus trying to sell her so I can get something else for my son and me before another fishing season goes by.  This forum has been a treasure trove thus far!

So, here is the story and description of the quandary about this boat, for those with interest:

I got this boat from the original owner, who used her primarily in the calm waters of the Point Judith salt pond and kept meticulous records of maintenance, including some work under the sole by a well-reputed shop in Narragansett.  I've had her for about five years, keeping her on a trailer between outings around Point Judith and the lower bay.  Seems to be a very solid boat, including the unmodified transom. 

She's got a center console, foredeck with fish well, batteries forward, nav lights, two twelve gallon tanks and oil tank in the console (for the VRO), teak trim, rod holders, pillows and deck pads, and dodger with good frame but worn out canvas.  She's got a smooth-running 90 HP OMC V4 (same block as the 115) that has been fine in the salt pond, up in the bay, and in light seas.  However, it's a lot of boat for regular trailering with the kind of truck I am willing to own.  Whether by modifying this one or swapping her out, I need to end up with a boat that can handle the chop around Point Judith and the lower bay but can also be easily trailered.

I have boat building experience and do a fair amount of fiberglass work, so I am not afraid of small to medium projects.  Bigger projects scare me only because of the time involved. 

Feel free to offer opinions or point me to other threads.  For example, I can't find clear info on whether a transom mod is necessary if I want to keep green water out and/or if I want to go with a 4-stroke in the 115-150 hp range. 

I promise not to be so long-winded in future posts.

[jgrear]

Oops, jumped too quick on a couple details.  From the original purchase paperwork, I am now unsure whether this is a 1969 or 1970 boat (not sure it matters a lot).  Also, I found the original invoice for the 1998 deck rebuild, which appears to include a new transom with added height.

[RickK]

Welcome JG.  Start a new thread and show us some pics.

[PC.KNOT]

Hi,
Thanks for letting me join your forum and learn from all the members knowledge. We have a home in Port Charlotte FL that we vacation to as often as we can without being fired from my job. We currently still live in Austin TX can't wait to hang up the tools and pickup some fishing poles.
Patrick

[RickK]

Welcome aboard Patrick.

[Capt. Bob]

Welcome aboard PC.

[KZim]

Hey everyone,

     New owner of a 1972 170. First boat and first rebuild. This site looks very helpful for my winter project.