Makaw

If there ever was the need for a case to fix up an old boat, this one pretty much seals the deal!

Here's an encouragement to everyone on here fixing up an old tin floater, or thinking of fixing one up. The work of restoring can be...

Aw, that makes sense. Best not have the TM bouncing around while towing the boat. I made a TM stabilizer out of a piece of PVC pipe...

I just noticed that I never follow up regarding the "notch" in the side console. I don't have a good picture of it, but that notch holds...

Thanks LDUBS! It's not the easiest motor to replace, being short-shaft, electric start, and remote steering (for an early Johnson...

I definitely keep an eye out on a few online marketplaces. I have looked at, and found, inexpensive parts motors from years close to...

I think that lower unit was pretty much the same from the late 1950's till the late 70's or so. It shouldn't be too hard to find a good...

Glad you circled back to share the results. That was a pretty impressive (and encouraging) patch you made.

I haven't posted in a while...the outboard fix has been working great! No leaks.

Thanks! Yes, any grey carpet you see has sealed wood underneath.

Is that carpeted wood? This looks amazing!!!