[indykoch]

Thought maybe we should compile "to do" lists we all have over the winter. Maybe we can gain some experience from others that have already done it or remind others they should do it. Get your lists together and lets compare!! I don't want any laughing from you Southern Hemisphere-ians or pictures of you actually enjoying your boats (unless of course there are women).

• Winterize
• Remove Bottom Paint (from the boat!!)
• Clean EVERYTHING
• Repair/Replace Shift Cables That The Previous Mechanic Jacked Up
• Adjust Windshield So Walk-Thru Window Closes Easier
• Replace Broken Walk-Thru Tabs That Lock Window Shut
• Replace Support For Walk-Thru Window When Open
• Repair/Replace Plastic Surround Of Radio, Etc.
• Drill Holes In Cupholders
• Add Support Assist Strut To Ski Locker Door
• Adjust/Replace Fuel Sending Unit For Accuracy
• New Battery/Batteries
• Replace Engine Compartment Lights With Brighter LED's
• Repair/Replace Engine Cover Hatch (Seems Waterlogged - It's HEAVY and causing the hinge to twist)
• Repair Snap In Carpet In Bow Area
• Get Quotes For New Full Cover
• Get Quotes/Justify Cost Of Extended Swim Platform
• Repair Rear Bench Seat Vinyl (ripping at seam)
• Build Enclosure Around Subwoofer
• Obtain New Graphics On Side Or Repair Bad Areas
• Replace Horn (sounds like a cow in pain)
• Reinstall Defogger Hose That Somehow Came Loose

Let's hope the bank account can withstand it, and the wife can go 3 months without seeing me...

[mikeyt]

hmmm...

Replace battery
Re-upholster both rear jump seats
Repair a couple of minor gel coat nicks
Remove interior & replace carpet. (maybe)
Find used stereo console out of a Z model?? (fat chance)
Get my boaters licence (becomes mandatory here in 2009)
Install a couple of docking lights.
Buy a 2nd prop (4 blade, 20p)
Completely clean the interior.
Find a used front bucket seat to replace my fold down unit. (again, fat chance)
Find a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow (to pay for the above).....

[KSP181]

Already winterized.
New Prop.
Smart tabs.
Rebuild Carb.
Replace tire due to flat on last trip of the season.
Replace power outlet (lighter plug)
That's about it. Not too bad.

Mikeyt what docking lights are you going with?

[mikeyt]

I was looking at 2 different units. The Barnegat mini docking lights at Overtons ($164) come with a 55w Halogen light. The Aqua-Signal lights at West Marine come with a 35w Halogen light at $185. It's a little less amp draw with the Aqua Signals but i like the idea of more light for less money with the Barnegats. I know the Aqua-Signals make it easy to change the bulb so i need to have a look at the Barnegats to see if it's easy with them also. If so, the Barnegat's will be the best option for me.

[ShabahZ250]

here's my list!

-Snap-In Carpet Installation, cockpit & cuddy
-Epoxy Repair Hull (2 new small dings)
-Re-tighten Molding, Side Panels & Hinge Screws
-Resistor on Fuel Sender (waiting on rjobe's writeup!)
-Dash Gauge Cluster replacement/refinish
-GPS & VHF 12v hookup to fuse block
-Depth finder, remove existing transducer, sand bilge, & remount new,
-Docking lights, clean & seal contacts
-Engine Warning Alarm, locate & test
-Trim Tabs - Lenco
-Battery Monitor gauge
-New Interior Fan for cuddy
-Replace damaged checkered flag decals starboard side
-Repaint Skeg
-Mount Sirius Antenna
-Replace Wiper Blade
-Figure out drainage system, inspect transom drain/bilge area

Yep, i've got my work cut out for me! Most of them are simple projects, some may prove to be a challenge. I'll keep everyone updated!

[Mark Anderson]

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I have an extensive list of projects for my boat and I am using as much info from this site as I can find
I have to fix the docking lights on the bow-previous owner managed to jam the cover down and strip the shaft on the motor-not a biggie but I like everything to work.
I have to trouble shoot my drivers seat- the motor functions when I hook up 12 volts directly but the switch on the dash is not doing anything
The same can be said for the electric screw jack to lift the engine cover( I cannot understand why they made the cover so heavy- its got to weigh 250 pounds
I also want to refinish the teak locker covers-I should have brought them home when we hauled out at the marina- but it gives me a reason to go see my baby in the dead of winter.
Boat show in Toronto on this weekend- can't wait to smell the fibreglass
I will post a picture soon- its this technology thing-I still get a thrill when I am able to actually download pictures from my camera so be patient with me -I will figure it out soon
Mark Anderson

[z275st]

Shabah Z250,
When I replaced my depth-sounder two yr ago FARIA sent one free! The sender transducer worked fine.You might call them 1-800-473-2742.
I also had Auto trim design cut me a new Indy graphics package (It was still in their computer) they must cut both sides at one time. It was $500 + $200 to have them put on (a guy who does Crownline in Benton. IL did it for me).
For $75 I got the matching trailer graphics also (it needs repainted).

My list is:
Put in a inverter
Repack trailer bearings
Repaint trailer and replace graphics
Re-upholster rear seat
Pay off gas credit card!

[ewcjoro]

been away from the board this winter...here are a few projects that I am finishing up this spring...

• Add second battery
• Add ACR battery isolater
• Add two position battery swith
• Add ProSport Battery Charger
• Replace broken radio bezel with machined aluminum bezel
• Install Sony H905iP Radio
• Install transom remote for radio
• Install 6.4" speakers in boat (4)
• Install JBL amp to power 6.5" speakers
• Install 2 10" subs
• Install JBL amp to power subs
• Install MB Quart iPod dock (mounted where the CD trays were.)
• Replace Throttle control

[Kitto]

My list as a work in progress:
Polish and wax
replace cockpit speakers
replaced gas shocks on engine cover
shampooed carpet
fixing walk through windshield
replaced upolstry on bow cushions and backseat
need to replace graphics (maybe next year's project)
Detailed all storage compartments and cockpit

Attention mikeyt: when browsing the site mash "site" that was refered to in the "For Sale" section of the forum, I ran across a guy who had an original Captain's Chair for sale. He also had some old original Mariah decals he sold me. You might send him a message and see if he still has the chair. His email was jlsboats@aol.com. He was prompt in sending the decals so it might be worth a shot. Let me know what you find out. Kitto

[ewcjoro]

•Replace broken radio bezel with machined aluminum bezel COMPLETE!
•Install Sony H905iP Radio COMPLETE!
•Install 6.4" speakers in boat (4) COMPLETE!
•Replace Throttle control COMPLETE!


Remaining items will be started next weekend...need to get my baby on the water Easter weekend, it's tradition!