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tuned · #61 Post by **tuned** » Fri Mar 21, 2014 9:37 pm

+1 X10

Bryden24shp · #62 Post by **Bryden24shp** » Wed Mar 26, 2014 8:35 am

Ty, you are getting me all fired up to get a new project going! Been a long freakin winter!
Sure is looking good! If you need anything, give me a yell!
Bryan

ToonGuy · #63 Post by **ToonGuy** » Wed Mar 26, 2014 12:17 pm

Thanks. I did end up coming out OK last weekend, and even worked on it a bit, but I'm having one of those "every thing hits the fan" kinda months and I'm swamped. But I have gotten a few more things done, just too busy to do the pic thing

Here's a teaser

fergusmj · #64 Post by **fergusmj** » Wed Mar 26, 2014 12:24 pm

Oh now that is sexy!

curtiscapk · #65 Post by **curtiscapk** » Wed Mar 26, 2014 1:02 pm

wow.

ROLAND · #66 Post by **ROLAND** » Thu Mar 27, 2014 2:43 am

now that is BAD ASS!!!

tuned · #67 Post by **tuned** » Fri Mar 28, 2014 6:38 am

Ooo double your fun! Giving me a boinger. As Austin Powers would put it, "Twins Basill. TWINS!"

Cabinetman · #68 Post by **Cabinetman** » Fri Mar 28, 2014 3:18 pm

Ty
Did you use any special primer & paints when you painted your helm

Thanks Cabinetman

ToonGuy · #69 Post by **ToonGuy** » Sat Mar 29, 2014 6:21 am

Nope. It's fiberglass, no different then painting auto body parts. If the gel is good you don't even need to prime. I didn't have access to a gun when I did this one, I just rattle canned it

It looks OK, but it could be better.

ToonGuy · #70 Post by **ToonGuy** » Mon May 12, 2014 5:51 pm

I've been working on this project here and there, really I have! I even plan on posting some pics to prove it by the end of the weekend

I do need some input, if any one has any experience with Seastar Power Steering. What pump should I get? I have every thing but the power assist pump (I'm sure I'll need some lines but that's no big deal). I'm seeing so many different ones not sure what I need....

tuned · #71 Post by **tuned** » Mon May 12, 2014 7:32 pm

ToonGuy wrote:I've been working on this project here and there, really I have! I even plan on posting some pics to prove it by the end of the weekend

I do need some input, if any one has any experience with Seastar Power Steering. What pump should I get? I have every thing but the power assist pump (I'm sure I'll need some lines but that's no big deal). I'm seeing so many different ones not sure what I need....

This is the normal pump for your system, Ty, unless you are using a some monster helm:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Tele-Seastar-Po ... fa&vxp=mtr
I can't remember what the difference is between the 1200 and the 1200-2. I took a chance last year and bought a used one for about $700 and lucked out. Working great (so far)
It was slightly older and won't take a direct mount auto-pilot, although I still can hose one up separately. As I recall the newer ones can bolt a pilot directly to them.
I know they also make them in 24V. I'm sure other brands would work equally well.
They are a bit noisy, so try to mount it in the rear if possible. I read quotes from a few people that mounted them by the helm and didn't like the noise.
Thas gonna be a sweet ride when you fire up!

ToonGuy · #72 Post by **ToonGuy** » Tue May 13, 2014 3:39 am

No need for auto pilot here. My buddy had it on his, I never even heard the pump. My spot is in the back so no worries here. I'm just not liking the $1200+ price tag

I was shopping for used ones but the only thing I saw discounted was the 24V units. Still have to get a few things before my next marathon work session, so perhaps some thing will pop up.

fergusmj · #73 Post by **fergusmj** » Tue May 13, 2014 5:20 am

Anxiously awaiting pics

curtiscapk · #74 Post by **curtiscapk** » Tue May 13, 2014 11:11 am

Can't wait Ty!

ToonGuy · #75 Post by **ToonGuy** » Sun May 18, 2014 2:55 pm

Taking a break from yard work to post the pics I promised. Here ya go:

Helm done.

Under seat lighting in the rear L.

Custom sun deck.

Rear remote for stereo.

iPod/iPhone mount/connection on helm.

Remote fills for my fuel and oil.

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