40' Outlaw Upgrades - Twin 900Sc to 1000hp Duramax Diesels
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We stay in one of the cabins at Captain Rons every year for the shootout. Let me know if you need anything while you are there. Would love to chat with you and soak up some of the knowledge you have stored in that brain of yours.
What boat will you have at LOTO this week?
What boat will you have at LOTO this week?
Unless someone rolling west thru Ohio this week needs a copilot, I'm probably setting this year out. Sold my F350 a few months back, and my daily driver Jeep doesn't even have a hitch.. Would certainly be down to hang out an chat, so if I find a ride, will look ya up.
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I wasn't going to post since we have already talked on the phone but just really want to reach out again and send my condolences.
I have lost a few loved ones including a close friend, but my Dad who I was extremely close to is the hardest. Shoot It's hard to even read this thread without getting very emotional.
Hopefully time will help you. You are a great friend to David. I wish I had someone like you helping me on my toys! I know you brought him so much joy and excitement doesn't matter what update you were giving him, it was genuine gearhead talk that we all love!
Thanks for sharing this thread with us, it's been one of the few things keeping OSO going!
Looking forward to watching you dial in the project. As much as it would be nice for it to be over.....I don't think these kind of builds are ever "done".
I have lost a few loved ones including a close friend, but my Dad who I was extremely close to is the hardest. Shoot It's hard to even read this thread without getting very emotional.
Hopefully time will help you. You are a great friend to David. I wish I had someone like you helping me on my toys! I know you brought him so much joy and excitement doesn't matter what update you were giving him, it was genuine gearhead talk that we all love!
Thanks for sharing this thread with us, it's been one of the few things keeping OSO going!
Looking forward to watching you dial in the project. As much as it would be nice for it to be over.....I don't think these kind of builds are ever "done".
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kidturbo (09-06-2023)
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But hey, there's always Florida...
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Voodoo migrated back into the shop last week from her winter cover. Paid a young buck to spend 4 hours scrubbing the bilge. He handed me out a box of bolts, nuts, washer, and tools. Some of which I haven't seen in a few years. But she's now clean and dry, awaiting a new coat of bilge white.
Speaking of paint, counted 30 chips on the outside that need repaired. So figured that be on my list for next week. Then a good buff job, and she'll be ready to start assembly again. I had nice chat with David's wife, and we decided to finish this project as he would have done it. Then once back on the water, we'll decide how to proceed next.
Also checked the lower units, and after a year of setting out in the weather, they both spin freely, and only gear oil drained out the bottom. That's certainly refreshing, as those are now the only thing I don't need to mess with. Expect to see some roostertails again mid June..
Speaking of paint, counted 30 chips on the outside that need repaired. So figured that be on my list for next week. Then a good buff job, and she'll be ready to start assembly again. I had nice chat with David's wife, and we decided to finish this project as he would have done it. Then once back on the water, we'll decide how to proceed next.
Also checked the lower units, and after a year of setting out in the weather, they both spin freely, and only gear oil drained out the bottom. That's certainly refreshing, as those are now the only thing I don't need to mess with. Expect to see some roostertails again mid June..
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