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First of all, your boat looks amazing. Like it just rolled off the line. As to your question, are you saying the new engine option is about 200 heavier than what you have now ? Are you concerned the extra weight is too much ? If so, it seems to me you could move fuel and battery up front (if...

Thanks Gianny. Very helpful. 30hp it is.

Sorry, is actual a QDA model.

I’m refurbishing a 56? Aerocraft ODA and would like to put some badges back the stern gunnels. I’d prefer an actual badge vs the repo stickers if possible. Anybody know if they are reproduced ? You can see it’s general outline in the pic below (it’s the original blue anodize that was...

Thanks for the safety reminder and glad you’re on the mend. How are you tolerating your wired jaw ? We have a vitamix mixer from Costco. Makes better smoothies than any mixer I’ve had - zero grit / chunks. Ground flax seed is a good protein source for blended drinks and totally tasteless and...

Since there was no primer applied underneath the current coat of paint, I’ve decided to remove what’s left (50% there already) and use some aluminum primer (Rustoleum) first. Not looking forward to using stripper around all the rivets 🙁. I’ve used Magic brand paints before with very good...

Just make sure to increase the wire gage to compensate for the longer distance between battery and starter or the voltage drop could be significant. I would guess 2 gage sizes larger than what you have now but there are free wire calculators on the internet that will tell you for sure. Also, I...

Anybody happen to know ? It’s just under 15’ and has front steering so my significant mass is well forward. The transom is freshly rebuilt and solid. There’s a 30 on it now which I think is probably about it’s max. There are no info tags on the boat. Thanks.

Hey Ron. The original color scheme was anodized blue - see attached. I can still see this color on the underside of the bow cover. Would sure love to have it back but I guess paint is the practical solution.

Dale - thanks a lot for the detailed info - very helpful. I will start assembling those rivets and tools (already have a compressor). Ron - what a gorgeous boat ! I plan to polish my non painted sections as well. I read that sharkhide is a good sealer to use to keep the luster. Do you use...

To clarify my request, I’m asking about blind rivets. I’m sure there are stronger ones available than the Home Depot type I have. Is it ok to use stainless rivets in alum boats. I know galvanic corrosion is a concern but can’t recall SS and alum specifically. I seem to recall that as long as...

Hello everyone. Just brought home a 56 aero craft Lark yesterday and am starting to prioritize tasks. Several structural rivets (seats, not water sealing) need to be replaced. I have the typical pop rivet gun but suspect I need something better. As a new alum boat owner, should I invest in a...