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lowcoast

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Rogers project
« on: April 26, 2015, 11:56:24 AM »
Hey guys, I've been studying up and gathering parts for this '75 super cyclone. It's my first jet and I got a late start but hope she floats this summer.
First challenge of many: A previous owner rigged a BBF w/ 3 pt. mount and logs/snails. As you can see in the photo, the snails interfered with the hull cap in front of the transom. I'd like to put them back that way to get me by, any reason I can't cut the rest of that out between their hack job? Just trying to clean things up before paint. Any input is appreciated.


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76 Bonneville

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Re: Rogers project
« Reply #1 on: April 26, 2015, 01:33:54 PM »
I would cut it out and look at it as an opportunity to clean it up. It does help stiffen up the rear deck, but i'd be more concerned with cracking around the left rear corner where its been cut out.
 
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lowcoast

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Re: Rogers project
« Reply #2 on: April 26, 2015, 01:48:51 PM »
Was really trying to keep things original but I think I can make it turn out clean. I will be reinforcing that rear deck from behind if I cut it. That cutout on the rear left will get patched along with the added gauge hole on the far right of the dash.
Thanks for the input!
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lowcoast

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Re: Rogers project
« Reply #3 on: April 27, 2015, 10:37:15 AM »
So I had a pretty bad exhaust leak where the logs meet the heads... A new gasket didnt fix it either. Is safe to say I could get the mating surface decked at a mechine shop insead of filling the gap with RTV?
A lot of rain here lately keeping me from prepping the hull for paint so I figured I'd focus on the motor and pump. Really wish there was more jet boaters where I'm living in the southeast.
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Re: Rogers project
« Reply #4 on: April 27, 2015, 01:09:37 PM »
I've had good luck with a long block and 100 grit sanding belt.
3 X 24 belt cut in half and attached to a block of wood.
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lowcoast

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Re: Rogers project
« Reply #5 on: April 27, 2015, 02:28:07 PM »
Thats an excellent idea 76!! Thank you, I'll try not to overthink all this stuff. I just got thru reading your build thread, amazing craftsmanship and a really beautiful finished product!!!
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