EclipseGST
08-02-2008, 12:47 AM
Thanks guys, its turning out better than I expected and after a few days with it I am more than happy with my purchase.
The boat was far from finished and I knew this when I got it. The following things I've done so far were all included with the boat, just needed to be completed in order for it to be how it was intended.
Trailer lights and wiring I installed, all brand new included with the sale along with new wood planks along the trailer, including a lifetime registration sticker.
Brand new throttle cable and Hot foot Throttle pedal installed and is pretty sweet as I can rev the boat just like you would rev a car.
Rebuilt the Jack Plate pump as that was not in working order when I got the boat. The hydraulic fluid was in rough shape so I decided to just replace all the seals as well instead of having it break later. All parts supplied and works flawlessly now.
Ran the boat in the parking lot (with water coupler and hose) yesterday for about 5mins until the temp alarm went off stating it was not getting any water and about to overheat. Pulled the lower unit off and the water pump wasnt pretty. The owner of the boat said it was replaced before he last used the boat. Understandable and I wanted to replace it anyways seeing its a big part of keeping the motor running good, so I ordered it up and the guy ended up buying it for me, never even asked. It will be here tomorrow.
Steering needed some work, the cables were froze up which I knew before I got it. Found out they are discontinued, so I ordered a brand new steering setup today. Its a dual cable setup rated up to 300hp, so I'll be good for awhile on that. Comes with new cables and steering column. Will be here Tuesday and supposedly its better than the one I already had so that makes me happy. It better for $325. Woohoo my first mod! Damn thing is almost like a DSM. Hasnt left me stranded yet, knock on wood.
Now I just need to get a gauge type depth finder to match the other gauges and mount in the dash and I'll be set.
More pictures and vids coming Tuesday when the steering gets here! :D
The boat was far from finished and I knew this when I got it. The following things I've done so far were all included with the boat, just needed to be completed in order for it to be how it was intended.
Trailer lights and wiring I installed, all brand new included with the sale along with new wood planks along the trailer, including a lifetime registration sticker.
Brand new throttle cable and Hot foot Throttle pedal installed and is pretty sweet as I can rev the boat just like you would rev a car.
Rebuilt the Jack Plate pump as that was not in working order when I got the boat. The hydraulic fluid was in rough shape so I decided to just replace all the seals as well instead of having it break later. All parts supplied and works flawlessly now.
Ran the boat in the parking lot (with water coupler and hose) yesterday for about 5mins until the temp alarm went off stating it was not getting any water and about to overheat. Pulled the lower unit off and the water pump wasnt pretty. The owner of the boat said it was replaced before he last used the boat. Understandable and I wanted to replace it anyways seeing its a big part of keeping the motor running good, so I ordered it up and the guy ended up buying it for me, never even asked. It will be here tomorrow.
Steering needed some work, the cables were froze up which I knew before I got it. Found out they are discontinued, so I ordered a brand new steering setup today. Its a dual cable setup rated up to 300hp, so I'll be good for awhile on that. Comes with new cables and steering column. Will be here Tuesday and supposedly its better than the one I already had so that makes me happy. It better for $325. Woohoo my first mod! Damn thing is almost like a DSM. Hasnt left me stranded yet, knock on wood.
Now I just need to get a gauge type depth finder to match the other gauges and mount in the dash and I'll be set.
More pictures and vids coming Tuesday when the steering gets here! :D