1985 250 CCP restore

[NavyCWO]

Hello to all!! I am new to this site and forum, recently purchased a 1985 250 CCP with T 140 loopers (original engines and I noticed that the previous owner was on this site with pics of the boat a couple years ago) boat is still in solid shape but with many surface gel coat and glass dings and cracks, and it needs a paint job, Taking her in tomorrow to a place here in Fernandina to get an estimate on all the cosmetic stuff fixed and a new paint job, My question, I want a full transom to put a bracket on so I will have more room in the back for a live well setup, has anyone done this? it looks like a major job, a lot of cutting, any insight would be helpful to this would be great, I want to make her look nice, I retire from the navy in a few years and she will be my retirement past time!! Thanks for having me on your site!!

[Capt. Bob]

There are a number of rebuilds going on for CCPs. I'll take a look but some do indeed include a closed transom. Bracket mounting with both enclosed and open has also been done.

This is the one that would best illustrate what you are contemplating but is still a work in progress. Extremely well documented and read required for re-builders in general and any length CCP in specific.
http://classicaquasport.com/smf/index.php?topic=7670.0

Just something different but on the same wave.
http://classicaquasport.com/smf/index.php?topic=10197.0

While not a full enclosure or bracket, it removes the "space robbing" transom splash well area turning it into a better usable space.

Good luck. 

[fishinonthebrain]

Welcome...

I have a 22' CCP in progress new enclosed transom with a new custom bracket. Check it out. The title is 1987 CCP222.

Oh by the way make sure you take plenty of pictures during your rebuild.

[Capt. Bob]

Damn. 
Fish, I knew there was another I wanted to link. <!-- s:thumright: --><!-- s:thumright: -->

http://classicaquasport.com/smf/index.php?topic=9164.0

I'm just gettin' old.

[NavyCWO]

Thank you for all of the help, im taking her in tomorrow morn to get an estimate on the work I want done, I will be deploying in jun for 8 months and I expect it to be done upon my return, that is if the price is right, I will let you all know!!!!

[seabob4]

Thank you for all of the help, im taking her in tomorrow morn to get an estimate on the work I want done, I will be deploying in jun for 8 months and I expect it to be done upon my return, that is if the price is right, I will let you all know!!!!

Good luck on your deployment, thank you for your service!  

[wingtime]

I think a 250 CCP with an enclosed transom and a bracket would be the bee knees.  We have seen horror stories on here of rebuilders doing a terrible job on rebuilds... so make sure you ask for pictures of rebuilds he's done and references from past customers.

Thaks for your service and well and good luck!  

[fishinonthebrain]

Damn. 
Fish, I knew there was another I wanted to link.
http://classicaquasport.com/smf/index.php?topic=9164.0

I'm just gettin' old.

I was wondering!! That's ok I will let you off this time.   

[fishinonthebrain]

Thank you for all of the help, im taking her in tomorrow morn to get an estimate on the work I want done, I will be deploying in jun for 8 months and I expect it to be done upon my return, that is if the price is right, I will let you all know!!!!

Thank you for your service and keeping us all safe.

[gran398]

Have experience crewing on a 250 CCP running twin 115  V-4 two stroke Yamahas. Fast, soft-riding, seaworthy hull. Twins are the way to stay on this ride. You'll enjoy!

Regarding the work:

Unless the deck is soft, wouldn't open her up yet. If you want to enclose the transom and add an Armstrong bracket for the twins....you're in for a full  rebuild. Deck, stringers, tank, transom, rewire, console update, etc. 10K turns to 30K quickly.

Would forget the cosmetics for now (new paint) and run her for a season or two. These boats were built stout.....the CCP's don't have the seepage problems of their little sisters.

Check the tank if original...it's 29 years old. Any questionable issues...replace it now. Safety first.

[NavyCWO]

Well, got a couple of estimates for the glass work and paint, one estimate was way out there and the other was much more reasonable, im going with awl grip fighting Lady Yellow, rub rail down and awl grip gloss white cap and inside boat and console, with the FLY in the non skid areas. as far as the bracket goes, still pondering that, might just modify the transom area a little to have a little more room. Engines, the 140 loopers on this boat are original, and I cant believe how good they run, I may just run them till they drop, anyone have any experience with these ?How well will they move  this boat? trying to find a brochure on this boat but no luck yet, and finally fuel tank size? anyone? I will check the tank tag tomorrow, tank looks real good its got to be atleast 120 Gal. Thanks so much for everyone's help!!!!!!

[Capt. Bob]

See if this helps.
http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery ... -9&cat=574

[NavyCWO]

Capt. Bob

thanks for all your info!! it appears that you are the aquasport guru!! it appears that this boat is about 95% original.. will post before and after pics, once again thanks

[Capt. Bob]

Capt. Bob, it appears that you are the aquasport guru!!

Looks can be very deceiving.

I just happen to know my way around the Forum.  8)

By all means, please post pics when you can.

[kaptainkoz]

Welcome Navy.
First off, thank you for your service to this country. I am grateful for your sacrifices.
Capt Bob provided a link to my 246 rebuild. I am going forward with a bracket. Im not quite there yet but I should be picking back up on the project in the next few weeks. Welcome to the Aquasport family and keep us posted on your build. we love pictures!!!!