Love the dash update.
Love the dash update.
Great looking restoration and excellent use of materials. That dash update has got me inspired!
Looking great! On the speedometer range, I always get a kick out of speedometers for go-fast boats, when I'm used to working in the 5-40mph range:
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I know...right?! I've been looking for something with a lower range. I've been told (but haven't confirmed) that the pitots don't read accurately under 10mph. The shop says I need to go to a gps based or paddlewheel if I want the lower range. I just haven't found anything that fits the look yet. In the meantime, I just use my speedometer app on my phone.Quote:
Originally Posted by SquamInboards
That is what I've found, too. The vacuum-based speedos just don't work very well below 10mph. Paddlewheels do work well and they are probably a cheaper option than GPS. However, you do have to drill a big hole in the bottom of the boat. They do make transom-mount paddlewheels but every inboard I've seen uses the through-hull type.Quote:
Originally Posted by flipz96
Just in case...I bought a 50lb thrust Minn Kota transom mount trolling motor for backup. I know that I can probably ask someone on the lake to tow me back to the ramp if needed but I don't like to rely on anyone. I'm going to build a platform/storage on the starboard side of the engine box. The platform will extend under the helm seat and aft of the helm seat will have a hinged hatch to access the stored trolling motor. It should be about the same height at the coaming step. Hopefully I'll never have to use it. There were 3 times I could have used this last summer. It sure beats rowing!
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Interesting idea! An electric "kicker" for the Supra. Seems like a lot of weight and bulk to carry around for the off chance you might need it though.
Good thing my stringers and floors are light! I know its only a 50lb thrust and looks a little cheesy when it on, but I just need something to get me across the lake if one of the hundred things that can go wrong, does...I'm building a small platform that goes on top of it when its stored...so that I don't loose any floor space.Quote:
Originally Posted by SquamInboards
That's a pretty good idea so you don't get stranded. While using my boat the past few weekends, I have come to the conclusion that the space behind the drivers seat is good for one thing : storage. I haven't finished my tower just yet so its a nice place for all of our gear. Boat's looking great man. Cant wait to see it on the water, you've got to be dying of heat and ready to use that thing!
I was finally able to get the boat out this weekend. What a great feeling! I just have to get my audio system put back in which I will do this week and my upholstery which will be done after this season!
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Like this?Quote:
Originally Posted by flipz96
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I built that to put my wake board pylon under so people don't have to worry about stepping on it when getting in the boat from the dock. The front is open so the pylon slides up under the driver seat and helm. It works great as I can put my "lake bag" under it to get it out of the way. Also, one of the benefits of it was helping people get into the boat. There is a now a nice step instead of having to drop all the way to the floor.
That is it! That is pretty crazy! That was the vision that I had for it and functions exactly the same! Thanks for the pictures! Now since you already have one, is there anything that you would change on it?Quote:
Originally Posted by jasun
Marvin, the boat looks sick! Give me the rundown on your tablet setup for the dash. What tablet, what programs/apps are you running and using it for? Any diagnostics, or just MPH? Very similar to what I want to do this winter.
Also what brand is your mirror, and what size? I have been looking for a new mirror but I can only find "stock" photos...I want to see the real thing on a boat. Yours is exactly what I am looking for!
I would have given myself more tolerance for the carpet. I didn't think the stack up on it would be that much but made everything a much tighter fit (too tight in some areas). I did not mount it to the floor. it stays in place just fine. Built it out of 2x2's and 3/4" marine ply on both steps and 1/2 ply on the faces. I did not face the starboard side of it nor the side the butts up against the back seat. I have some LED's on the inside also which have proven to be handy. I keep a plastic tool box in the boat that just so happens (and I didn't plan it this way) to tuck nicely right under the short step on the inside. So you might be able to design it to function with something you already have too. Other then that, I have been very happy with how it turned out. I am planning on putting a gas strut on it to keep it open and keep it from over extending. Good luck! should be a piece of cake!Quote:
Originally Posted by flipz96
Hahaha cracking up at your myspace hat
Thanks Luke! Because my pitot speedometer starts at 15 mph, it really is not useful for surfing. I am strictly using it for speed right now. I am eventually going to integrate it with a transom mount sonar for depth. It actually more expensive to take that route than it is to just get a Hawk Eye standalone depth finder for $100 but that is the cost for aesthetics. The app I'm using is GPS HUD Speedometer. I like that that app goes to 1/100. Most of them round to nearest whole. I am not using data or wireless. In order to use it without those, I chose to use GNS 2000 which allows you to send and receive GPS/GLONASS data. I'm not sure if its taking advantage of GLONASS or not. Depending on if you are using and Android or iOS, there may be an additional app you have to download to allow it to use the external GPS. There are others on the market as well, but from my research, it seemed to be the one I needed to get. I haven't decided if I'm going to do away with the analog speedometers yet and integrate into the dash. For now, it works and looks just fine.Quote:
Originally Posted by lmnelson86
As far as the mirror, I bought it from Marine Surplus in Sarasota. It didn't come with the mounting bracket, but it fit on my previous mirror mounting bracket. I'll stop by there tomorrow to see if they have anymore and measure the size. I'm sure you can fabricate a bracket to work with it.
Its vintage! LOLQuote:
Originally Posted by lmnelson86
I appreciate that Jasun! Did you build over the coaming step? Or did you not have one? I like that you have different levels which you use for a step. I didn't think about that until I saw yours.Quote:
Originally Posted by jasun
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I did not have a coaming step but there was a piece of trim (just carpeted 3/4" ply) that I just removed. Gave it a lot more room under it. I was going to have it slope down from the hinged lid to make it the same level as the seat base so that anyone sitting there didn't feel confined, but my geometry skills have long since left me. Was much easier just to do a Step down (which I think turned out better then a slope would have). I wanted the storage to be the same height as the seat base. I tried to make the main section as tall as I could because like someone else said, that side is just wasted space behind the driver seat. I have another trim piece on the side that limited the height. Otherwise I would have made it just tall enough so that my cooler could fit under there as well.Quote:
Originally Posted by flipz96
I was worried at one point because I wasn't sure I had enough angle for the pylon to fit in and slide forward so the back of the pole would fit. I clear it by about 2" though. I added just a 45* block to keep the pylon from rolling around.
It better that it didn't slope anyways...especially if you are going to put an extra cooler or anything on top. You don't have to worry about things sliding on top of anyone sitting in the aft seats. Originally, my thought was to build to the same height as my step. Now I'm thinking of building higher and cover it completely to get more storage.
Marvin, I'm little confused, is it bad smoke coming out from the engine dog house on this pic ?
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Thats funny that you mentioned that. That is actually sunscreen transferred from my hand while when I adjusted the mirror after she started. I tried to smear it off, but failed. LOL. She only got one run in so I wasn't able to get a clear picture this time.Quote:
Originally Posted by Sdc77
Luke...here is a picture and dimensions of my mirror:Quote:
Originally Posted by lmnelson86
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Marvin -
You're the man, thanks so much.
I was able to get out on the lake before the storm rolled in. It was really choppy. For as much work we did to get it on the water, we try to squeeze it in every chance we get!
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Here's a short video. I ran out of memory on my phone. https://youtu.be/xKM5l99URgY
So cool you can share this passion with your girlfriend. Mine doesn't ride and work on the boat with me. Fortunatly she likes spending time on it for sun bath.
Your boat is one of my favorite. I definitely like all the mods you did on it. It looks like a modern boat ;)
I'm trying to find ABS faux Carbone sheet here in France, I really would like to rebuild my rear hatch, dash and front hatch like yours. Unfortunatly it seems to be hard to find here. Will search more and more, and maybe order from UK.
What will be next mods you plan to do on your boat ?
I appreciate that man! I am very lucky to have her support and she enjoys and works on the boat with me. I got her into the wakeboarding and wakesurfing and she loves it now. At least the sunbathing brings your girl on the boat!Quote:
Originally Posted by Sdc77
There is always something to mod on the boat. I was thinking about doing the underwater lights, but I don't do any night boating (yet). I've been checking out some of your other threads too (ie tower speakers) and its pretty cool. I am going to make coaming wall panels because mine were missing when I got the boat. I'm still trying to decide what material I am going to use for it.
I've been working on designing some check patterns for a NSS style tabs. The only thing I'm hesitant on is trying to reach down for a backing plate between the transom/coring and the gas tank. I think I may have to remove my gas tank to get access and it will be a PITA. I also want to do lenco tabs but will also consider making it manual. This is when my girl steps in and says "why don't we just enjoy the boat for awhile before we do anything else." =)
Ahaha, that's exactly what my GF said when I show her your faux carbon parts. She just want to enjoy it this way.
Removing the gas tank is not that hard on the Saltare without removing seats, we simply flip it vertically when I have to work under it (for underwater leds and rudder), about 1 hour, not more. Don't know for the Mariah ...
With your access to CNC, a tower speaker can be a cool winter project ;)
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Flipz..or anyone else...
Can you tell me what goes through the two holes in this kick panel? It was already removed by the previous owner when I got the boat. I know where it goes...just not sure what to make of the two holes. Thought it could be for some of the wires or maybe a vent? No idea...
I haven't put that panel back yet, but I believe it for the wires that go to the block and access to the a junction box (I don't know the official name) that connects to the alarm buzzer (overheating, low oil, low gas, etc.). Not a 100% on that though.
That is kind of what I thought...without any trim or anything I thought it looked odd. Oh well, ill figure it out I guess haha!Quote:
Originally Posted by flipz96
Does that go to the left of the driver's feet? I think my steering cable and a whole ton of wires go through a similar hole in that panel on my boat. It's an '89 Bravura, which is basically a closed bow mariah.
It does! That makes sense. Thanks! Haven't had a chance to put mine back in yet. Since I have everything hooked up, it probably won't make it back in the holes...at least this season.Quote:
Originally Posted by SquamInboards
I cant imagine the steering cable runs through it, mine runs towards the outside of the boat...and theres no way the previous owner could have taken it off since the steering was still in tact. But I'm pretty sure you guys are right, just a bunch of wires to go through there.
Hi Marvin, pm sent ;)
Awesome steering wheel. I'm using carbon fiber vinyl around my gauges and the steering wheel would be a nice touch. Did you have to purchase an adaptor or did the wheel fit right up? Great job on the boat!!Quote:
Originally Posted by flipz96
Thanks! If I remember correctly, I bought the adapter.
Nice
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