1975 Mandella Flatbottom Jet

« **Reply #50 on:** February 18, 2020, 10:46:28 AM »

I still need to repair and paint the transom ring, but the nozzle is on and all the hardware is mocked up. I need a couple random bolts then I can bolt it all together for the last time.

It seems like the little details always take the longest.

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« **Reply #51 on:** February 18, 2020, 11:02:35 AM »

I want to acknowledge a few people that had a hand in this project.

Lee (69Kona) was the first to get involved. He built a badass engine and pump combo that should get this old hull moving!

Wes (Carrera202) worked his magic on the paint and brought the metal flake back to life. This boat had been getting beat up living on a side yard since '05. Also, thanks for the wiring tools that have made life MUCH easier.

Keith (Crewchief) rebuilt the carb. Rebuild is an understatement because it was GROSS inside. Now, it's sanitary and dialed in for the engine combo.

Joe (Flusher) I appreciate you coming by and scoping out the project!

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« **Reply #52 on:** February 18, 2020, 04:48:14 PM »

Quote from: JordanDangerfield on February 18, 2020, 11:02:35 AM

I want to acknowledge a few people that had a hand in this project.

Lee (69Kona) was the first to get involved. He built a badass engine and pump combo that should get this old hull moving!

Wes (Carrera202XR) worked his magic on the paint and brought the metal flake back to life. This boat had been getting beat up living on a side yard since '05. Also, thanks for the wiring tools that have made life MUCH easier.

Keith (Crewchief) rebuilt the carb. Rebuild is an understatement because it was GROSS inside. Now, it's sanitary and dialed in for the engine combo.

Joe (Flusher) I appreciate you coming by and scoping out the project!

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Thanks for having me buddy! We need to get together soon now that im back up and runnin!

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« **Reply #53 on:** February 18, 2020, 06:12:49 PM »

Looks very nice i like the style.....are you going to make it to the season kick off event?

« **Reply #54 on:** February 18, 2020, 10:15:15 PM »

Great job

! The boat looks so cool. That metal flake cleaned up nice.

The little details are the killer. Especially when stuff goes together in order and you forget something and have to take everything back off again. 🤬

Great write up as well. I always enjoy your project threads.

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« **Reply #55 on:** February 19, 2020, 04:02:34 PM »

Love that boat. Looks amazing. Cant wait to see it in the water. Gonna look killer

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« **Reply #56 on:** February 20, 2020, 09:11:32 AM »

I appreciate the kind words!!

Life has been hectic lately so if I make it to the opener it'll be a last minute decision.

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« **Reply #57 on:** April 06, 2020, 07:46:54 PM »

I scored a set of twisties. I feel like they fit the boat much better than the standard Bassetts. I stopped by to drop them off, but HAD to see what they looked like on the engine. Then, I took like eighty pictures. Here's a few...

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« **Reply #58 on:** April 07, 2020, 03:31:30 AM »

Looks killer

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« **Reply #59 on:** April 07, 2020, 07:16:57 AM »

I like the Twisties better. They look faster

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I think I read somewhere they flow a bit better and give a little bump in HP over the regular headers.
Are they closer to the gunnels than the other set?

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« **Reply #60 on:** April 11, 2020, 10:03:02 AM »

Quote from: TrollerDave on April 07, 2020, 07:16:57 AM

I like the Twisties better. They look faster.
I think I read somewhere they flow a bit better and give a little bump in HP over the regular headers.
Are they closer to the gunnels than the other set?

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They're close, but not too bad.

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« **Reply #61 on:** April 11, 2020, 10:04:26 AM »

Finally dug into the interior.

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« **Reply #62 on:** April 17, 2020, 07:34:31 PM »

Need more interior pics from Bradley Bear Customs!

« **Reply #63 on:** April 18, 2020, 07:55:44 AM »

Quote from: Lowcharacter on April 17, 2020, 07:34:31 PM

Need more interior pics from Bradley Bear Customs!

I'll eventually get a build thread going for the Hallett.

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« **Reply #64 on:** April 18, 2020, 10:27:49 AM »

Here's some of Brad's handy work.

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« **Reply #65 on:** April 29, 2020, 08:00:10 PM »

You breaking that motor in yet!! Time to get it wet!

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« **Reply #66 on:** May 05, 2020, 05:00:01 PM »

Snagged a couple pics in the sun. I need to hurry up and finish the interior so I can get on the water!

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« **Reply #67 on:** May 05, 2020, 07:27:47 PM »

Looks great. What color interior are you going to go with?

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« **Reply #68 on:** May 06, 2020, 03:55:38 PM »

I can't wait to see it finished!!! Lots of work about to pay off!

« **Reply #69 on:** May 06, 2020, 04:38:25 PM »

Absolutely love that boat.

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« **Reply #70 on:** May 06, 2020, 08:53:40 PM »

Only 15 more days till the river trip, you got this!!!

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« **Reply #71 on:** May 07, 2020, 04:07:27 PM »

Quote from: TrollerDave on May 05, 2020, 07:27:47 PM

Looks great. What color interior are you going to go with?

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I'm using the original vinyl. It's still in great shape surprisingly. The new seat base is just about finished.

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« **Reply #72 on:** May 08, 2020, 09:30:58 PM »

Let me know when I have some silver bullets for the occasion

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« **Reply #73 on:** September 06, 2020, 07:48:15 AM »

Finally finished up Pumpkin Spice and got her on the water for a shakedown run! Not a single issue or leak. 69Kona built one hell of an engine!

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« **Reply #74 on:** September 06, 2020, 04:26:10 PM »

That boat looks amazing! I love that you kept the original colors. The orange flake turned out great. I had to replace my gel and most of the flake. Talk about a nasty job... Hope you get lots of enjoyment out of your toy.

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