Another 240 fixer upper

[gran398]

Just reviewed the pics, and you're right. But sure would be better if he could....

Scott,
Flipping is not an option for me
I will see if I can make up 2 tripods and with 2 chain blocks maybe I can get 1 side almost vertical
If successfully that makes it a little easier to work
I'm surprised that there so little treads about blistering on CAS while on the web it is almost common issue with older fiber glass boats
That tells you how much I know about Fiber glass boats (Not much)
Will see how this go's
Any idea,comment or solution is welcome pro or con

There ya go, good idea

[orb]

Is this the same hull design as the 22.2 from the 70's just 2 foot bigger?
What I mean is: Are the degrees and lines all the same?

I hope that question came out right.  

The 240 has a 14 degree deadrise at the transom. The 222 has a 12 degree deadrise at the transom.  The beam on the 240 is a little wider than the 222 and the sides are a little deeper. So, no it is not just a stretched 22, although the hulls are the same basic, modified vee design.

[xo4001]

Hi Guys,

An update on the rebuild
I think the pictures show it all
It is not finished but we have to get some fishing done
Decided to get her first dancing lessons and must say was feeling good even with a heavy chop after some bad weather passed through









will update as we go

[RickK]

Looks great  

[love2fish]

looks awesome! any more pics of the build?

[xo4001]

looks awesome! any more pics of the build?

Thanks

Sorry but I'm not much as a photographer have to rely on the admiral for that and when that dust is flying or the smell of resin she is nowhere

[orb]

WOW. Very nice looking 240. I am very impressed. I love the tower. I just picked up a hardtop/tower off of a mako 285 for my 240. I will have to cut it down on the width, but it should really just end up being a little longer than yours.
Man, I really like that boat.
How do you like that higher console?   I have considered using a higher console that would allow easy standing, or leaning on a leaning post.  The steering wheel is also mounted much more vertically than most wheels on boats like ours. Why did you mount yours so vertical?

[xo4001]

Thanks Orb

I hope this will give you some motivation to finish your 240
That's what JimCT did to me unfortunately he never finished
The original console was to low for me and to create a Little more space decided to build it as it is now and I must say it is very comfortable to me also the steering is in good place when standing up
Want to ad a small leaning post and have to figure out a place for the admiral
I have no running numbers yet forya the waters where to ruff to run full open
Will let you know when I have them
Also still working on my trim tab issue and a solution is nearby I hope

Best
Martin

[gran398]

Martin,

She turned out beautifully. Many things to notice. The bow pulpit...the taller console....the powder coated tower...the teak. You've updated her, but kept her classic.

That job in the Bahamas is three times as difficult as it is here in the states. Expense, importation duty, logistics....

Re the trim tabs. Run her some and experiment with the twins. See how they cock her side to side, one engine trimmed slightly above the other depending upon passenger load, seating, weight distribution, etc. Think you'll be really surprised testing the results of individual engine trim.

Congrats on a beautiful boat and a great job

On the OT....Where is your port?

Thanks

[xo4001]

Thanks Scott,
You got that right that it is a little more difficult overhere
But that's the price to pay when you want to live on a Island

I think the tabs will bring her faster out on plane especially she is a little heavy on her bungy (slang for backside)
And since I have them want to mount them

i will start another thread because found already trouble with the Yammies
I hope we have some yammie masters

[Palmetto]

Martin,

Awesome rebuild on your 24' Sea Hunter! I'm very impressed. More upgrades on the way.....Custom Ipe  louvered cuddy cabin doors!!




Jim C.

[Palmetto]

Did you get the Yammies straightened out? Or go with twin 4 stroke Merc's?

[xo4001]

Installed the leaning post and very happy with it
Thanks Donald

[gran398]

Glad you're back...she's beautiful!!

See you've changed to Mercs....any differences in performance/economy?

[xo4001]

Gran thanks,

I had the yammies to short to make a good log about speed and economics
The only thing I can say is that I'm very happy with the Merc
They quiet and perform very well
It is not a boat for speed only fun and fishing
Just ordered my down riggers and looking at some out riggers
As time and money permits we get it together