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Now that my boat runs perfect it’s time for some cosmetic upgrades.
1. Bought a nice used trailer and will be converting it to a tri axle
2. Replacing stbd. Side windshield
3. Repair my stereo system
4. Relocated the 2nd battery from the port side next to the existing stbd. Battery removed some ugly bullshit battery relay
5. New trim rams
6. Reseal trim tab cylinders
7. New powder coat on the swim steps
8. Sent lower unit over to a paint shop to have it painted satin silver with clear coat.
9. Changing the bow seat backs in front of the passenger and driver console
10. Gelcoat repairs
11. Make a stainless guard for the blower belt
 

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Before and after pictures? Sounds like a lot of work which should have nice results.
 

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Sure it will be beautiful. Nice trailer by the way.


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I would suggest rethinking the battery relocation. It's always best to have one on each side for balance of the boat, it's amazing how much of a list 2 batts on the same side can cause.
 

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I would suggest rethinking the battery relocation. It's always best to have one on each side for balance of the boat, it's amazing how much of a list 2 batts on the same side can cause.
I moved the battery to help with a list problem it already has that’s why I moved it.
 

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Wicky..

So no upgrades for you....looks like that boat needs nothing....Might need a squatty potty or tushy for that porta potty....you really want that TOTO experience! :)
 

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Got the windshield over to Finneys got lower off over to the paint shop got the seat backs to the upholstery shop got the new trim rams installed got the battery moved got the impeller changed stereo fixed all the task are coming along nicely!
 

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I want to get new gauges put in my sled when I have Nordic do the service.
 

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No upgrades for me, I just need to replace the windshield on my 28 Heat which is pretty pricey.
 

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I am contemplating having my Hallett regelled to a slightly different scheme. It's a ton of work but I think would be worth it. I need to finish my cooler top which I never finished.. Might have Alexi freshen the motors and add some HP during the regel process.

RD
 

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I am contemplating having my Hallett regelled to a slightly different scheme. It's a ton of work but I think would be worth it. I need to finish my cooler top which I never finished.. Might have Alexi freshen the motors and add some HP during the regel process.

RD
Those scorpion intakes will support quite a few more ponies... :D

Park a couple of 406" motors under em and thatd wake that hallett right up. :cool:
 

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Those scorpion intakes will support quite a few more ponies... :D

Park a couple of 406" motors under em and thatd wake that hallett right up. :cool:

The way the boat is setup right now with the extended lowers, it's more for cruising and pulling kids etc.. I could probably gain another 7-10 mph by raising the lowers up, but I know why Steve put them down and I'm not willing to deal with the trade off.

RD
 

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The way the boat is setup right now with the extended lowers, it's more for cruising and pulling kids etc.. I could probably gain another 7-10 mph by raising the lowers up, but I know why Steve put them down and I'm not willing to deal with the trade off.

RD

What’s it do right now top end wise?


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I'm hoping to add hydraulic steering and have Alexi freshen the motor up. We'll see what the budget holds once I find out tax refund and bonus amounts.
 
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After doing a repower and trailer rebuild last year on the pontoon it really just needs a badass sound system this season to complete it. Is Ron's In You Ear Audio a good place to go?
 

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New interior and screen.

Last year I did a new trailer from extreme.
 

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After doing a repower and trailer rebuild last year on the pontoon it really just needs a badass sound system this season to complete it. Is Ron's In You Ear Audio a good place to go?
I really like Michael at Speed of Sound.
 

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After doing a repower and trailer rebuild last year on the pontoon it really just needs a badass sound system this season to complete it. Is Ron's In You Ear Audio a good place to go?
Yes! Ron and crew are awesome from beginning to end!
 

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I am contemplating having my Hallett regelled to a slightly different scheme. It's a ton of work but I think would be worth it. I need to finish my cooler top which I never finished.. Might have Alexi freshen the motors and add some HP during the regel process.

RD
Exactly my wishlist if the budget allowed. I’m getting closer to 300hrs than I’d like to be. The last estimate i got for the refresh was pricey.
Unlimited budget I’d do a version with r this using the current colors. That or all white and a refresh was f the black on top.

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