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The boat got a little loose during testing. The trim switch decided to short out and trim the drive full up during a run. Installed new switch and waiting on the weather for more testing.

It needed the carbs rebuilt, fuel lines replaced and tuneup. So far it starts and runs good. I will probably do a leak down test when I get into the cooling system and detail the engine. I was able to make it to the channel and back on a recent test. The first time out the drive decided to...

Getting a little trailer work done

Complete rebuild on the drive! The old parts are stacking up. This is starting to get interesting.

Thanks, the drive is pretty beat up. I don't think the stock bravo 1 was up to the task. I will have to look into options.

Good to hear that about Cole Boats. I'm looking for a stern drive shop if anyone has any recommendations.

Thanks for the input. I have heard the 20ft Supersport was one of the better Cole hulls. I would like to get it on the water soon for a test run. I am not sure how far to go on the restoration without some time on the water.

I think the gauges are on the top because of the lack of space. There is a short wind screen that came on the boat. The gauges sit right behind the wind screen. Not sure on the gelcoat. I am not a huge fan of the color selection but I am thinking it might be nice to keep the classic Cole...

Thanks for asking. I have had it since 2012. It has been sitting in the garage waiting for a restoration. It was stored for many years prior. I would guess it has been off the water since the early to mid 90s

It looks like the drive is out of the warranty.

Just starting the restoration of a 1988 Cole 20ft Supersport.