1987 Pro 16 bass tracker rebuild

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Wow that is a steal for those seats at that price. Looks like they are selling for $90 right now. I need to pull the trigger on some new seats and don't want to spend a fortune.
 
thedude said:
Wow that is a steal for those seats at that price. Looks like they are selling for $90 right now. I need to pull the trigger on some new seats and don't want to spend a fortune.
Yep, they changed the pattern on the seats. Sold the old ones off at about half price.
 
Time to start doing some work on the motor. Get it running smooth and make it look new.
 

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Quick question. If you don't mind could you tell me what type of white paint did you use inside of livewell and bilge area?

Great build!!! I like it!!!!
 
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Quick question. If you don't mind could you tell me what type of white paint did you use inside of livewell and bilge area?

Great build!!! I like it!!!!
Thanks! Here’s a pic of the primer and paint I used. This stuff is strong and is super smooth once dry. I did a good 2 coats of primer. Once that dried I did 3 coats of the paint about 15 min in between each coat.
 

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Working on getting the lower unit freshened up.
 

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Maiden voyage today. Everything worked and we didn’t sink.
 

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Terrific! I would think that is a brand new tracker classic if I didn't follow the rebuild thread...

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The outboard came out looking brand new too...amazing work sir.

What black paint did you use on that cowl? If I ever get to the end of the rainbow on my decking the motor will be the next item in need of TLC.
 
Thank you for sharing this with us and providing such detailed photographic progression, nice work!
 
I have a buyer for the boat. He had me add some stuff. GPS/ Depth finder ,anchor system and inboard charger. Oh yeah, CMC trim/tilt as well(I’ll try and get that installed tomorrow)
 

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Phenomenal work on the rebuild. I have the exact same boat and it is in rough shape, but still gets me fish for now. I need to repair the livewells, fix the console, and re-deck it. Your post is inspiration for me although I won't be able to come close to your build, it gives me some ideas of where to start.
 
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