Smokin_Joe

What's up Guys/Gals,

Has anyone installed mirrors on the engine hatches of a 2008 or newer 35 lightning with the bumper holders?

VoodooRob

I just did this on my 07 38 Lightning, good amount of info in the 6 pages of this thread http://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/g...ions-tips.html

ALL_IN!

Had them on my older 35' with single hatch. It was mirrored plex.

Smokin_Joe

Thanks Rob,

That thread was very useful. How did it go re-installing the fenders? Also where did you get the vinyl decals, looks great.

Smokin_Joe

Thanks Rob,

That thread was very useful. How did it go re-installing the fenders? Also where did you get the vinyl decals, looks great.

VoodooRob

Thanks for the compliments, it was a fun project.
For the fenders I made a template out of construction paper and transferred to the stainless. Drilled the holes with a uni-bit, slow revolutions, and a block of wood underneath to support the stainless from punch out. Went 2 sizes oversize to guarantee I would get it right and have some room. I also fitted the stainless before permanent mount and made location marks to achieve the best fit around the the factory fender mount points. Use the 3M activator on the stainless to bond the tape, then activator on the fiberglass, remove the protective film and warm everything with a hair dryer or heating element. Just warm, not hot. Then apply from one side to another. I recommend putting some felt, thin rubber, even thin soft velcro on the back of the fender mounting bars to eliminate any metal on metal rubbing, squeaks, etc.
Graphics from ADM Services, Adam Mackey. I'll send you a PM with contact info. He has all the right graphics that a Fountain owner would want and he knows boats, so easy to work with, very fast and priced very good.