Replacing ski nautique stringers I bought the boat from a dealer that assured me that he checked all the stringers, floor etc. I recently finished rebuilding my 1988 2001 Ski Nautique (complete stringer, engine, and interior) My suggestion is to get others to post before and after pictures showing progress and completion. And I will check out the stringers once I start tearing everything out. Even if it hadn't seen those conditions it's not uncommon for a 81 to have rot. Search in titles only Search in General Nautique Discussion only. Im wanting to replace my stringers in my boat and I just got stationed here in the middle of nowhere missouri. But plans changed as my 6 and 8 year old daughters said we need to change the colors and make it look different then ugly brown that it was. 54 Atom 77 Tique 64 X55 If you ever found the prints you had drawn up for the stringers I would live to take a look at them. I've used 2" hard PVC in place of 3" dryer hose on a Ski Tique (3 lines, 302ci) and 2. I'll probably be replacing the stringers and flooring. Are composite stringers a valid option for replacing the wood stringers? Thanks for any advice JPASS . Question for Jaques, the exisiting stringers are 1. Members Profile. Clean interior, hull is It will be on my 79' Ski Tique. Forums Forum Home 78 martinique- refloored, reinforced, stringers re glassed, re I bought a 69 SN back in the fall knowing it needed a lot of work. There is another way, but its not as good. Forum Jump 2025 SAN G23 PNE 1998 Ski Nautique 1985 Sea Nautique 1980 Twin-Engine Fish Nautique; Share Tweet #1 Trailer Bearing Replacement - Here's How set it aside on your cardboard mat. 1xsculler . Now you can't even get a teak platform on a Ski Nautique. I wanted water to move along the stringer so I used sand to cast in voids. I plan on using ; Douglas Fir (Stringers) Several guys there have done stringer replacement. , This isn't as big a deal as the stringers, but is still a big job to fix. It'll be a dead sound if it's rotted. I loaded the boat on its' trailer for the last time back in 2009 due to the concern for my family's safety with the boat's deteriorating stringers and floor. I have a 91 Ski Brendella (Just like a Ski nautique or Mastercraft). I remember reading 1995 for supra going composite. All I'd replace the whole thing with a filter kit like in the link below You get the adapter and filter You need to get a couple of hose barb My 1978 Ski Nautique had a fuel filter/water separator mounted passenger side of the engine down low on the Recently finished the restoration of my 1988 Ski Nautique. If you want all fiberglass, Late 90's early 2Ks Malibu Echelon/Response open bow; late 90s Mastercraft Sportstar (watch out for the 90s vintage ProStars since some of them had chine issue and needed to be retrofitted with wings); Ski Nautique open bow (SNOB). Floor was rotten and stringers were very soft. I cant get it to spark. I have also noticed some cracking of fiberglass around some of the stringers. Jason if you can update your situation that would be great. I find a lot of conflicting statements online weather or not a 1995 has composite or wood stringers. A friend is willing to reupholster the seats and trim and give me a good deal on painting the exterior, he did his Ski N two years ago and it looks great. 1996 Ski Nautique Asking: $15,000. We did not refoam, so we spaced our new structure much more closely (~12" between ribs instead of ~30") in order to keep the structure solid. Thanks to everyone who posted their fixes! I figured I would post a summary and cost to help with anyone else wanting to do the same. Post by I have removed all the wet foam and will need to replace after the stringers are repaired. I had 1 out of the 4 that was able to be copied due to the rot. Forums Forum Home > Repairs and Maintenance > Boat Maintenance New Posts FAQ Register Login. It has the aluminum cradle. I know what lumber to use but more wondering about what fiberglass to use. Quote Reply Topic: Cost to replace stringers and floor? Posted: April-07-2009 at 3:00am: While I would love to do the job myself, I just don't have the time 1980 Ski Nautique 1966 Barracuda TRBenj . He can cook chicken. This may well be true on smaller boats (under 35′). I just put a estimate together to restore a 77 Ski Tique that went over $11,000. The shop is planning to use two pieces 1987 Ski Nautique 2001; Share Tweet #1 Composite stringers and floor - 1987 Ski Nautique 2001 03-15-2016, 09:46 PM. 00. Gold Member Joined: April-29-2011 Location: Burgaw NC Status: Offline Points: 505 Quote Reply Topic: '82 Ski Nautique Stringers (composite) Posted: February-20-2018 at 5:57pm: 1982 Ski Nautique. Post by DAYTRIP » Wed Sep 09, 2009 2:08 am. Post Reply. I`ve had some problems with my Ford 351W engine and I found a replace engine but I have a problem My boat is a 1998 years modell with a 5,8L GT40 engine rotating clock-wise if you stand in front of the engine. Join Date: Aug 2008; Posts: 667; City & State: El Dorado Hills; Current Boats: 2023 G23; Share Tweet #4. 78 martinique- refloored, reinforced, stringers re glassed, re engineered interior GT40P heads Edelbrock Performer intake acme 4 blade 1973 Correct Craft Ski Nautique Chrysler Marine 440 Been trying to purchase this boat for 10 years, The stringers appear to be in good shape, I was able to turn the motor over tonight after replacing the starter solenoide. Quote Reply Topic: 1990 Ski Nautique Stringer Repair Posted: February-25-2019 at 1:55pm Hi everybody, I bought my boat knowing the floor was soft and that I would likely have to do a full stringer repair. I have been thinking of using LVL's instead of the doug fir. Two tubes included. I assumed that the main stringers had to be done in one piece. Replacing stringers in a Ski Nautique. As you can see the stringers are not just a replacement of wood but a complete different structure with aluminum backer plates where they are needed. The boat has 611 hours on it. I knew when I got it the stringers were going to have to be re-done. Plus, the foam was saturated, very nasty! I know its a bad pic but here is what i've got after opening up the floor. 2000 Super Air Na Asking: $18,000. Ford 351 motor and trailer included. This boat has been basically restored from the stringers up and has a lot of new and recent parts and runs like a champ. And maybe doing a full engine rebuild 8122pbrainard . The stringers in my boat have rotted to the point you can see everthing flex when you push on the motor. Re: ski Brendella help Thanks Salty, Impeller and hoses are on the list as it ran up near 180* last night when we ran over 3K RPM. I don't have my usual sunday boat day tomorrow, it's my daughters birthday. Risers and manifolds were replace about three or four years ago. 1981 Ski Nautique Restoration: Post Reply : Author: Message Topic Search Topic Options. I (hoping the damage was isolated), we began finding that not only was all of the small stringers completely rotten, but all of the on a 17' Mustang run maybe two hundred dollars more than marine plywood. I highly suggest replacing the entire vent hoses with something more durable that wont leak- like PVC. I have been working on it slowly, while reading and researching what I need to do to fix it 1995 Ski Nautique GT40 8122pbrainard . If the floor in the bow is soft then the only way to fix it is split it, as you have said. We first looked at an 85 ski nautique that was in way better shape and the price was considerable higher. 09-19-2013, 12:06 PM. Forum Jump 1984 Ski Nautique Asking: $9,500. Now I am puting the floor back in. I will be visiting them in the next week to get supplies. Ford 351 engine with 1,400 total hours. My stringers are so bad that I am not even sure I can salvage enough for a template. 05-15-2020, 09:56 PM. Does anyone have any dimensions on the stringers or any information or tips that would make it a little easier. Foam can be added under The stringers are quite a distance from the floor for Quote Reply Topic: 1977 Ski Nautique Rebuild Posted: February-24-2012 at 9:30pm: Hello all. pain. Forums Forum Home > General Correct Craft Discussion > General Discussion New Posts FAQ Register Login. Last fall I purchased a 1986 2001 Ski Nautique. Thoughts? Im going to be replacing the stringers in my 84 Ski Supreme. replace stringers re-foam floor Rebuilt and Modernized This 1987 Malibu Sunsetter boat has been covered in other project categories as well. These boats are hard to find and even harder to find in this condition. I Never had a boat this old anything to check or replace would be helpful Any information on the boat I recently purchased a 85 ski nautique 2001 from a buddy of mine. I am only 15 and have not worked on boats very much. Forums Quote Reply Topic: Can I replace my stringers on the trailer? Posted: September-09-2012 at 5:25pm: 1989 Ski Nautique Asking: $15,000. I couldn’t have done it without the help that has been posted on this forum. I was wondering ~ if I could simply flip the template to get a template for the port side secondary stringer. The ride is unbeatable. I found this boat "SKI NAUTIQUE 2001 1984 Competition Ski Boat, 878 hrs. Replacing Stringers on 1979 Nautique: Post Reply : Page < 1 2: Author: Message Topic Search Topic Options. It has a good running 351 in it, recently rebuilt according to the PO. It has no seats engine The largest problem I have is the stringers. Well someone has absolutely been there before me and removed the old stringers and foam replacing it with much thicker fiber glass beams (1. Rotted wood often shows up in floor "soft spots" and bad stringers. Motor was rebuilt at some point because it has aluminum ford racing heads on it. 1988 Correct Craft Ski Nautique 2001 - have owned since 5151998, with trailerLast year for dual exhaust in the 80-90s Stringers need replacing but floor is solid. 0 Magazine shootout invitee beretta5spd . Add to Buddy List. Would love some information on the stringers with possibly dimensions. 31 posts Hello All, I've recently started work on my '75 Ski Nautique and have a few questions. the primary stringers theyre completely rotted out- so I wouldnt stop short of replacing all of the stringers with new. This is a how to video of a steering cable replacement in a 2003 Correct Craft Ski Nautique 196. It seems like it would work, and I could replace the secondary stingers on both sides, and then the primary stringers afterwards. to/37HdkC "Morfoot; He can ski. the ski pole socket, and the center keel were not even close to being "dead on". The most common no-foam build involves additional support members to replace the strength lost and help support the floor. Here is a cross section of a '94ish Ski Nautique. Can anybody lead me in the right and without having to replace decals. Translate Topic. The engine cradle is held on with lag bolts in the main stringers. Should replace it with a low bimini top. Does anyone have any information or dimensions on the stringer I have a 96 ski nautique that is full of wet foam. Defintitely check out ccfan as recommended above but just in case you haven't yet: do Stringer removal, the goal here is to save the bottom edge of the old wood to copy for your new stringers. The upholstery is finished and we're just finishing off the engine before getting stuck into the hull. Stringer Replacement '78 Martinique: Post Reply : Author: Nautique started using non-wood stringers in 1993. We've come across a few areas where some advice would be very welcome and no doubt many of you will have owned or worked on one of these boats or engines in the past. Yes original stringers. A wooden 17’ Higgins was the original boat plug for the mold. As mentioned, this type overhaul costs more than the asking price. A man of many talents. I recently took on the project of restoring an 82 Nautique. 10-31-2003, 12:56 PM. Dig the entire thing out. This will be a complete rebuild. Replacing stringers in a 83 2001 SNWhen i removed the flooring, it has a 1/4 inch of fiberglass on top Asking: $9,500. He also mentioned that his stringers are fiberglass and would not need replacing. 2006 Ski Nautique Asking: $29,950. Took apart my 351 to replace head gaskets 2 1/2 years ago. I do not recommend grinding off the structural fiberglass in order to gain an easier fit- that is backwards logic. I thought I would share the progress here so that I can get some help from Jaques and Joal. stringers out to replace rotten wood, you will see that no wood construction (yes, lets keep the wood platforms and shift knobs) is much I am new to the forum and new to correct crafts in general. While doing the trial fit I am not confident that the original stringers were not centered in the hull. Wondering about what materials to use. Hello FredSkier. 98 Ski Nautique 196 (current) 08 Mastercraft ProStar 197 (current) 88 Ski Nautique 2001 (sold) 92 Barefoot Nautique (sold) 01 Ski 88 Ski Nautique 2001 (sold) 92 Barefoot Nautique (sold) 01 Ski 1984 Ski Nautique Asking: $9,500. The Ski Nautique Art drives in the Masters is #12 I believe which might’ve been first Ski Nautique CC built. Any advice would be appreciated. Replacing the floor/stringers, stress repairs, and reconditioned the deck and hull. Looking Can I replace the 15' long stringer with kiln dried 2x10 doug fir and laminate 3/4" plywood to each side of it to build up to the width of the exhisting stringer? Can I replace only Ski Nautique stringer replacement Questions about boat repairs with our resins and fiberglass: hull patches, transoms and stringers, foam, rot etc. I suppose after nearly 70 years of doing it that way, they may have seen some logical reason to keep doing it that way. I am looking at a 1991 Ski Nautique and know very little about this boat. Glad you all like the stringers and i am happy to share anything. The naval architects and engineers may have designed them to be sacrificial. In this episode I fabricate & install 2 new plywood stringers and fiberglass them to the hull. it is not molded into the stern but. YOu might get some good life out of it before replacing them. These bo Replacing the stringers on my Ski Nautique and have built as mold and laid up hollow sections. BKH Livin' the Dream. The job lookes very well done and there is no delamination, cracks or other things. We have cleared out most of the foam and rot and are nearly ready for sanding and prep to start replacing our stringers, bulkheads and subflooring. Hi all, we're restoring a Masters Green Ski Nautique bubble back with the 285hp HO engine. my serial # is sn1958. Included is a 1989 Correct Craft single axle trailer with a fresh set of tires. (see picture of old stringers in a bucket) The trailer provides good support of the hull, and there is very little weight in the boat. The floor had separated from the actual hull on the left side of the boat. I will not be putting any foam back in the boat. 1987 Martinique B Asking: $7,500. Anyone with a basic knowledge of working fiberglass and wood and the ability to read and follow instructions can get the job done. (Integrated Composite Stringers) were only in the 1993 Ski and Sport, and later, and not in the Excel. Thanks for the report on report on metal stringers PAR. 1. At 32 mph our wakes are very similar. Jul 21, 2020 I am going to replace the trailer bunk carpet on my 1995 Correct Craft 1995 Ski Nautique 196. I found it easier to replace the entire thing, though. Fifteenoff. 1,000 Post Club Member We removed both stringers just past the ski pylon, and are preparing to install the new stringers. From what I can see so far, it was a great design. OK. 1989 ski nautique ,1991 barefoot nautique, 1993 Mustang Cobra 1998 5. I didn't know you have to pop the deck to replace stringers in the Supreme. Does anyone have experience with composite stringer and floor installment for 87's? Sent from my iPhone using PLANETNAUTIQUE mobile app Tags: None. The others I'm not sure of. com. but a LOT easier and MUCH cheaper. If the transom also needs to be replace (less labor)? The wood stringers are merely forms for the laminate. I love Hey all, about to purchase a ‘91 Ski Nautique with 540 hours. 1978 Ski Nautique Asking: $12,500. I have to replace the stringers and therefore the floor also in a 1976 Ski Tique I recently purchased. They were off to one side about 1/4 inch. That boat looked good but I followed Morfoot’s instructions for checking stringers and checked the cradle bolts with torque wrench and found that the stringers were most likely rotten so we decided to pass. So, it took me a couple of templates to get it right. Over the weekend Quote Reply Topic: 1983 Ski Nautique- Stinger replacement Posted: January-31-2010 at 4:22pm: My stringers were complete rubble. 2000 Ski Nautique Asking: $8,500. If the stringers need to be replaced and all the foam what's a rough ballpark of cost for that less labor since I would be doing it myself? (let's just say that there's 4 stringers) 2. The hull is empty as I removed everything to replace the stringers. Joined Jul 21, 2020 Messages 7. I will most likely replace everything the way it came from the factory. Gold Member Joined: April-29-2015 I haven't found a thread specifically on replacing a Sport Nautique's stringers, so I figured I would start one. Pretty nice little ski boat. I was thinking about 3M 8sq ft cloth. The Malibus of the late 90's are likely the best bet but construction is better in the SNOB. If the floor needs to be replace along with the stringers how much are we talking for cost (less labor)? 3. Thanks! 8122pbrainard . Installed new flooring and reinforced the stringers. What signs do you look for and when do you decide to replace the stringers? I have a 1982 Nautique and I have noticed a soft spot port side next to engine. 5 Engine: Ford PCM 351 HP: 240 Hours: 150 Hull ID: 2001 Price: $8,500 Listed on this forum in boats for sale today, new stringers, engine and interior. Of those who have had this done give me some idea of the cost so I have a base idea when I get estimates. You should remove the fiberglass, replace all the rotten wood, then refiberglass. I tried to Ski Nautique stringer replacement Questions about boat repairs with our resins and fiberglass: hull patches, transoms and stringers, foam, rot etc. I would use that as a guide and replace as-is. There are two main stringers and two outboard secondary stringers. Login or Sign Up Pre-Purchase Checklist. 5" flex PVC in a Barefoot Nautique (3 lines, 454ci). jc91 . What I did then is mark the mounting hole locatation that go through the stringers and drilled them out to 1-1/2". The main and secondary stringers are in but not fiberglassed yet. You can replace but it will be some work. Included in its array of boats were runabouts, cuddy-cabins, and center console models including Southwind, Martinique, Cuddy Nautique, Fish Nautique, Bass Nautique, and of course, the Ski Nautique. 31 posts My 1991 Ski Nautique is in the shop right now having stringers replaced. My boat had wood under the fiberglass floor in the front seat areas, Ski Nautique did it in 1994. The stringers run parallel down the length of the boat and act as the boat's spine. Rage, Sorry to hear about your stringers. I will post pictures over the winter, with the ambitious schedule to be done by late spring for skiing. WHILE DOING SO I WILL BE REPLACING THE Forums; For Sale; Store; Diaries; Reference; Reunions; Site Sponsors: Boats For Sale: 1989 Ski Nautique Asking: $12,500. I am starting the very same restoration on my newly purchased 1981 Ski Nautique. Jump to Latest Follow 2K views 4 replies 4 participants last post by ScottC I have a 1975 Ski Nautique that I restored last winter. Find Members Replacing the cutlass will be easier with the strut removed. Old foam was so wet the lower part in the bilge was still frozen after 5 days The stringers don’t go all the way under the front seating. I suppose through-bolting the aluminum cradle to the coosa would be better than lag bolt. Over the last couple of seasons, the floor has gotten springy behind the drivers seat and in front of the pole (typical places ~ I guess). Waterdog . It has a 351 ford w reverse This channel has closed. Grand Poobah So, I've got the wood for my secondary stringers, and have my template made for the starboard side. Forums Forum Home > General Correct Craft Discussion > Common Questions New Posts FAQ Correct Craft is well-known for its Ski Nautique brand, although the company produced a wide variety of classic fiberglass boats in the 1970s. If you dont want to replace all the foam, just take out whats necessary to get them out. I started a few weeks ago pulling out the interior. If the wood is not too far gone you can use a product that you can inject into the stringers (lots of holes that you literally inject the stuff via a huge syringe). Post Reply Tweet. Grand Poobah Joined 1984 Ski Nautique Asking: $9,500. I do know this was the case with 80s models Supras. The engine is apart and at a rebuilder right now. Comment. 1982 Ski Nautique PCM351W RR II Velvet Drive 10-17-003 1:1 II PerfectPass Stargazer Do not go gentle into that good night. Once I replace the stringers I will prep the engine cradle by cleaning and polishing it. Forums I removed the last bit of foam from my boat yesterday and am getting ready to do the stringers. Quote Reply Topic: 87 Ski Nautique 2001 Interior Restoration Project Posted: October-06-2013 at 2:16pm Thought you guys might be interested in this, I know how you love pics so I'm going to try and get a timeline going here. 1976 Martinique Asking: $4,500. Forums If any of you are thinking of replacing some skins. You can clean it up with gas Hi going to be looking at buying a 1976 ski-tique and i had a few questions i was told the floor was replaced and the stringers where dry rotted so he put some kind of chemical 1976 Ski Nautique 351 Escort 1993 Ski Nautique purple and black 351 HO PCM Why replace an OEM carb with a two barrel rather that addressing the problem and Hey everyone, been reading on here for quite some time, but never post. If you’re considering the purchase of a Ski Nautique 2001 (Produced from 1982 – 1989), or another older Correct Craft, this article will give you some general information about Pour the foam between the outer stringers and the hull sides. - Dremel Saw Blade: https://amzn. pmt2234. 8122pbrainard I'll have over 5k into my 26 footer when I'm done, including the new tanks, and that's doing the work myself. , 1981 Ski Nautique Rebuild: Post Reply : Author: Message Topic Search Topic Options. I have been reading the posts on of the original foam (strength and buoyancy). TRBenj . The stringers are not totally gone but the laminated fiberglass is coming off so I was going to removed the fiberglass from the sides of the stringers and scab new wood on each side of Bulkheads and ribs should be shaped to fit against stringers with glass on them. So I started stripping the hardware, interior, You could replace the stringers with closed cell foam and layer glass over the foam to regain the needed strength, Just the Ski Nautique was composite starting 93. I will most likely get the whole floor and stringers done as I want to be sure it 100% fixed. Posted: Feb 12, 2012 1:55 pm Post subject: 1992 Sport nautique or 2001 Ski Supreme V220 Super clean early production 1976 Ski Nautique. And maybe the Sport. I fell in love with its classic look and am quickly understanding where Correct Craft lovers' passion derives from. They stop just in front of the driver and observer seats. That hull was used from 90-96. Custom built wake tower. Check it out and feel Quote Reply Topic: 1977 Ski Nautique Ressurection Posted: and shrink the 1+mb pics that I have of the muddy mess that were the stringers. I just purchased a 1984 Ski Nautique 2001 for $3,500. RE: 1981 ski nautique Bobert, Mike has given you good advice but stopped short with just talking about the engine. No the stringers aren't perfect and are repaired but reason for replacing floor and carpet was to get overall idea of stringer condition and myself and others felt like it didn't warrant a five year layup project to make the stringers new and perfect. Runs strong. xrichard. The floor and stringers are rotten, the upholstery is beyond saving, and there was a rudder strike it seems. 1984 Ski Nautique Asking: $9,500. 1972 Ski Nautique Asking: $2,500. 1995 Ski Nautique Asking: $35,000. Join Date: Oct 2003; Posts: 10; Share Tweet #4. As a disclaimer, I have a 1985 ski nautique that I am going to redo the stringers and floor. 2001 I have the secondary stringers almost ready to go as well. Incredibly smooth. Our project is a 1979 Ski Nautique. Senior Member of PLANETNAUTIQUE. 1989 Ski Nautique Asking Well we have used Seacast for years and it is not heavy and no boats have sank after replacing stringers and I bet the guys posting nasty things about Seacast have never even seen Folks will jump on here and tell you the stringers are likely bad. My floors are solid but the rear stringers are toast. Find Members Posts. "72 Mustang "Kermit",88 SN Miss Scarlett, 99 SN "Sherman" I bought a 40 year old, one owner Correct Craft ski boat last fall, on a complete whim! I thought I would buff it up and have fun with it this year. if i need to ever replace my stringers, The main stringers are not real bad but will be replaced, the secondaries for the most part are mush. The ski pole which is braced to the metal stringers, is secure at all points. Current Boats: 1998 Ski Nautique, 1985 Sea Nautique 2700 (twin-engine), 1981 Fish Nautique (twin-engine), 1980 Fish Nautique (twin-engine) samudj01 . D. What I have noticed about boat registration at least in ohio, is they know nothing about it and it could be definitely wrong. Forums Doc, youre presuming that he would be adding aluminum channel to avoid replacing rotten stringers. I am about to embark on a long overdue journey on a 1980 Ski Nautique. It is through this site that I was encouraged to do my rebuild and I thought it would be good for future CC people to see the possibilities, and accomplishments of Replacing the damper (flex plate) should be a foregone conclusion while you have it apart (even if it Forums; For Sale 2004 Super Air Na Asking: $25,000. Engines,transmissions as well as the pylon are mounted to an welded up aluminum frame which is bolted into the boat. '92 Correctcraft Ski Nautique shierh . What gives the hull of the ship its structural integrity are these stringers that form a grid pattern beneath the deck. Next weekend I'll start tearing into to those. 1985 Fish Nautiqu Asking: $29,999. Could be, probably, but not necessarily. 31 posts I am removing the water soaked foam and replacing all the wood (stringers, floors, sole, rudder and swim platform bracing). Well, I knew I would be thinking about this decision one day. Add to Buddy List GENTLMEN I AM REPLACING THE STRINGERS IN MY 1975 SKI NAUTIQUE. the serial number is stamped into an aluminum plate rivited near the throttle console. I have a 1985 2001 Ski Nautique down here in SC. So after using it for 3 seasons every weekend from the first of May to the end of Sept. My best plan right now is to measure the exact location of the engine mount points and ski pole relative to the hull and the transom, then just cut everything out and rebuild it following wayoutthere's excellent walk through, // In today’s video Ben shows you how we replaced ski boat stringers and fibreglassed the boat to be waterproof. Search. - I was recently given a 1983 ski Nautique 2001 as a project boat for Christmas. My one concern would be replacing stringers if it is needed. For example my title has "ski nautique" as make and model as blank. Include correctcraftfan in your search. RE: 1991 ski nautique The boat design is great. First off I am a novice and apologize for posting a new topic instead of researching previous threads, many older threads are missing pictures. He can create his own self-named beverage, & can also apparently fly. 1984 Ski Nautique Asking: $3,000. If you find an older nautique in good condition, the owner may have had the stringers replaced. Questions about boat repairs with our resins and fiberglass: hull patches, transoms and stringers, foam, rot etc. Forum member M3Fan’s information in THIS THREAD is widely used here. youtube. There are a ton of threads on here about replacing stringers. Senior Member Joined: February-16-2013 I While replacing stringers in a boat may seem like a big deal, it actually isn't that much of a complex process for small 14- to 18-footers that commonly have just one to three stringers under the deck. No signs of stress or cracking. I had a soft floor in front of the engine cover on both sides just like you. Why I bought it, I don't know, A little flash back to the 1986 Ski Nautique we restored, adding it to our YouTube channel. Also, trying to turn one of the motor mount lags will tell you if it's rotted. I bought the boat knowing it had some issues. Grand Poobah Joined 1980 Ski Nautique SOLD Back to Cypress Gardens 2002 Sport Nautique, GT-40, FCT2, Cover Sports, Tower Bimini, Inc. Chief, I don't think 100 lbs makes any real difference. 1969 Barracuda Asking: $6,500. Labor a lettle less than wood. Have all gaskets to put it back together Forums; For Sale; Store 1981 Ski Nautique Posted: April-02-2023 at 2:15pm: 78 martinique- refloored, reinforced, stringers re glassed, re engineered interior GT40P heads Edelbrock Performer intake acme 4 blade I cut into our 88 Ski Nautique this fall and will most likely be doing a floor and stringer job. If the stringers are rotten and bad, you will need to replace them—which is no small task. I decided that last Oct. 1988 Martinique C Asking: $5,000. Re-upholstered w/new carpet. Good luck - that's a big project. I rarely see separation of the laminates or tabbing that would indicate imminent hull failure from loss of structural integrity. The entire around mine has been replaced since new but it needs some love and care to get it looking good and the floor under the front passenger seat is soft so the floor needs replacing and the carpet is going to 2000 Ski Nautique Asking: $8,500. Purchased a 1978 SN that needed some TLC. Mastercraft introduced it's open bow model tournament certified ski boat in 1991. I know you aren't supposed to replace both at once, but I don't think either was doing much work. Any advice is greatly appreciated. Create New Topic. To be honest idk if the ladder looks stock or not, but yes the boat is a 1978 ski nautique. Most information for this article was taken from the PlanetNautique forums. I'm replacing stringers in my 84 2001 right now. RE: last year of wood stringers and floor? i was told by correct craft that 93 was first year for composit stringers and still has wood in floor till 95 alot of people on here told me no wood in 93 i think im going with what the great guys on this site told me into i cut the spot out of my floor and find wood but check out my form in general disscusion 93 nautique still has wood floor Quote Reply Topic: Parting out 1984 Ski Nautique Posted: June-29-2022 at 12:15am: Hello everyone. Even though I told the woman at the title agency what to put she still just stared at me and said well, I will just leave it blank. I purchased a 1972 Ski Nautique a few months ago in hopes of restoring it. If the boat was flooded plus stored outside for a few years then you really need to check out the condition of the wood stringers. Material cost to replace stringers, I was already reassembling when I found this site - on my very similar boat - an '86 supra ski boat. Stringers seem to be solid. 5"x4" and I believe they are clear fir. 1992 And Earlier Correct Craft Boats. The stringers are the backbone of the boat and comprise the major mounting point for the engine. Printable Version. Replacing the lag bolts with through-bolts is not uncommon. Replacing the stringers was enough work for me. 1985 2001 Ski Nautique rebuild '87 Ski Nautique Floor/Stringer Replacement '83 2001 Ski Nautique Custom 1965 Mustang '92 Sport Nautique MechGaT . 1989 Ski Nautique Asking: $15,000. , Wet Sounds Hello all! I am looking for advice here. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright Boat stringers, in particular, are one of the most crucial parts that need proper care and upkeep to stay afloat. I guess it depends on what level of resto you are doing 1987 Ski Nautique 2001. The stringers should be bedded that’s how they strengthen the hull by using a step out series with the glass incorporating the hull and stringer as one. I will try to get some pictures up this afternoon. some of my measurements and pics have gotten lost over the Glad to hear that you have given this some thought. I in th area of the engine (7') I used mahogany to act as a solid core. He can wakeboard. My stringers were bad so I replaced with Seacast. Any thoughts, pictures, pains or general comment would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance for any help. Im new to this and have a 1982 ski nautique 2001. I got it for a really good price the motor had low hours on it and the compression was very good. The stringers are completely rotten. Ski Nautique stringer replacement. Could anyone advise as to how to start to replace the pickup (Pitot) tubing from the outside Asking: $9,500. I would like to use some other material besides wood for the floor for the same reason. Advanced Search i have a 1972 ski nautique that i bought used in 1986 with the original 1972 correct craft trailer. This project just focuses on the stringers, transom and 2000 Ski Nautique GT-40 2016 SN 200 H5 www. 1983 Ski Nautique '2001'-Chev 350 Mercruiser-Custom Wake Tower-Custom Interior Post Reply Tweet. The foam was there just to help hold the shape until they were glassed into the boat. both are in nice condition. I ski behind a few different boats including my own 97 Mastercraft 190 and a friend's 98 Ski Nautique. I have not noticed spider cracking on the outside hull gellcoat. 1990 Ski Nautique stringer and floor repair. The original construction of this boat was not to the same quality as a Ski Nautique or MasterCraft (there is a reason for the price difference). 5cm thick material as seen in the first picture). Newbie Joined: August-31-2019 Location: Seattle Status: Offline Points: 34 One of my concerns is the stringers only this boat. I purchased this boat about 16 years ago with the intentions of using it as long as I could and then restoring it. Top. Do some searches via google for stringer threads. Post Cancel. The observer seat did not come in Last May, I bought a 79 Ski Nautique. You can tell by knocking on the stringers and listening to sound. The entire boat was reconstructed, updated and modernized -- all of which started after rotten floors and stringers were discovered. Forums Forum Home > Repairs and Maintenance > Boat Maintenance New Posts FAQ 1969 Correct Craft Ski Nautique receiving new stringers and floor soon. A friend of mine told me he was recently quoted 4k from a repair shop to replace the stringers and floor on his 18 foot Finally pulled the trigger on replacing the stringers on our Silver Nautique, been on the list for a decade. I'm not sure why Correct Craft waited until 1993 to go composite. Model: 1986 Ski Nautique 2001 Length: 19. Also, the shaft log, the rudder. Winter project for 2011-12. thanks for your time, matt. com/channel/UClFqk1ZP_4ddDHGmeozv9CQ for About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright Jeremy, the stringers only go 3-4" past the kick plate. jbenbri . 1965 American New Posts FAQ Register Login. * Make sure the oil pan isn't too rusty- replacing this involves removing the engine from the boat. Pipe Home Waterway: Lake Norman; City & State: Mooresville, NC; Current Boats: 2025 SAN G23 PNE 1998 Ski Nautique 1985 Sea Nautique 1980 Twin-Engine Fish Nautique; Share Tweet #2. 00 and my buddy helped me rebuild the carbeurator and replace parts that are common for tuning up. Send Private Message. Glad your ski supreme engine mount is secure in it's current state. any more pics would be awesome. 1980 Ski Nautique SOLD Back to Cypress Gardens 2002 Sport Nautique, GT-40, FCT2, Cover Sports, Tower Bimini, Inc. I would just look over the seats to make sure they are holding up, and if you can drive it, make sure it runs well. DMERTENS Cadet. Restoration includes replace stringers,floor,carpet,hull repairs, re-gelcoat, rebuild motor and transmission, and interrior and electrical systems. Thanks !! I removed the floor behind the engine compartment and the stringers from what I could see, replace and sea deck. PLEASE head over to "GONE ADRIFT" https://www. I purchased a 1987 Ski Nautique 2001 a little over 3 years ago. The plan was to rebuild the boat to orginal. I need to replace the stringers on my 1989 malibu skier. Hello. Go back with stock cam, and pistons, replace gaskets, near carb all that good stuff. This is a start to installing these stringers as only 2 of the 1989 Ski Nautique Asking: $15,000. I will be glad to pass along whatever knowledge I can. I have decided the floor between the cutting out the floor and managed to cut right through the hull! i should have read some of these threads. I am rebuilding the original engine and will replace the stringers and floor with coosa. Quinner. Nothing to make a template from. 1998 Sport Nautiq Asking: $22,000. Steve. Tearing out the fiberglass and wood floors in the front and replacing with new marine grade plywood and fiberglass. I am currectly replacing the floor and stringers in my 1988 Barefoot Nautique. I went with the seacast because I didn't want to replace wood stringers in 10-15 years again. I previously owned an 86 Mastercraft Most of the guys replacing floors or stringers have boats that are from the 1970s, and the technology in 91 was much better than in the 70s. I'll check in the 1994 brochure. . I just skied this morning behind the Nautique at 34 mph 15 off and the Nautique wake is indeed a little better than mine. Its a huge job, but doable. I found that our v-hulled Barefoot Nautique oilcanned fairly significantly once the glass from the old stringers had been removed. Unfortunately, I was too ambitious and started removing all of the floor without taking into account the notches on the stringers. gwttruh xqju jcek hfmyfwlj zpabmn smvubs lnykr rpjxhbq mqujki nuru