Cale's 1986 osprey 200 rebuild 140 suzuki with bracket

[Fish Head]

Sweet! Zoomed in on your last pic and looks like you have 2 inches from scupper to waterline. That’s awesome. Hope mine turns out the same. 

[Crives92]

I tried to find your build post but couldnt fish head. Thanks guys. I actually think it's even more than that, it's hard to tell in pictures. I get in the water one day and measure it when I get it all done. I am off to miami for more covid work. At least 2 weeks, so here's my last pic for a few weeks. Today I mounted the side boards and put the console and leaning post in. I cut out spots for my insert and door on my console. When I get back I will secure those and paint some non skid. See ya in a couple weeks!!

[Jeff904]

Your AS looks great and I appreciate all of the pictures in your post's. I apologize if you already said this but, can you give me the dimensions on your bracket? Width, set back and height from top of platform to bottom of bracket where it attaches to the boat. I looking at purchasing one for my 19-6 and just wanted to make sure it would fit. Lastly how far forward did you move your gas tank to off set the weight of the new motor? Thanks in advance.

[Crives92]

I will pull some measurements when I get back jeff. Thanks for the comments. If I remember right it's about a 27 inch setback (somewhere close). I will get measurements when I am back home in a couple weeks. I can tell you I love the bracket. It really makes the boat feel a little bigger.  Its handy when having a beach day or even to sit or stand on while fishing. I dont know the exact measurement but I moved the tank forward right at 1 foot. I went as far forward as possible while still leaving some room for life jacket storage ect just in front of the tank.

[Blue Agave]

Nice job on the rebuild!  Like to see the 19’6” getting some love. Enjoy it.

[Crives92]

Thanks blue. I think your build is one of the originals everyone refers to. I am ready to be on the water!!

[Crives92]

Hey guys. I got a couple days off work so I was able to mount the console and leaning post. I plumbed in the livwell portion of the leaning post as well. Here are a couple pics. I'm not sure how much longer I'll be in Miami but I'll be full throttle trying to finish this thing up when I get back. I am thinking about adding a second axle to the trailer as well. The single axle is maxed out and doesn't love the weight (its brand new as well, just replaced 6 mon ago). I would feel better with long hauls. Non skid and wiring is on deck. Will post as I do it.

[Tampa Bay Mike]

Youve done a really nice job. Nice to see it almost done.

[RickK]

Beautiful! I know you will feel better with a 2nd axle - if you are over 3000-3500 lbs I would agree on a 2nd plus brakes.

[Capt. Bob]

 

[TooLoose]

looks awesome!

[Crives92]

Thanks fellas. Yeah I haven't weighed it Rick, but its gotta be close full of fuel. Anyone have recommendations for someone to make a windshield. I may give it a shot myself, but would prefer it to look professional.

[Capt. Bob]

https://www.updplastics.com/windshield-manufacturers/aqua-sport-boat-windshields-osprey-models/

[Crives92]

Hey guys!! Long time no talk. Hope everyone has been good. I was in miami for longer than expected. I have only been back a week or so. I've been super busy so I haven't had a chance to do much. I did do some things though. My whole goal with this boat was to make ot comfortable, simple and useful. I opted for a simple clean console with a simple clean layout. I have a helix 7, a USB charger port, tach, fuel gauge, switch panel, a fusion radio and thats about it. I laid it out on paper then cut it all out. It turned out great and im happy with it. I also wired up my ttop (what a pain in the a$$). It has a vhf, 1 adjustable rear spreader light and the anchor light. It has an extra switch in case I ever wanted to add something else. I also attached how the bracket and steering lines will look going into it. Its not hard mounted yet but i will do that last to make sure I dont have to pull it up again. Have a great weekend. I hope to make progress in the next few weeks. Wiring is on board.

[Capt. Bob]