Locomotion wrote: So what are your intentions for this boat?
Will it be to restore and recondition it to be show piece or is it going to be a real functioning recreational toy that's used regularly?
The answer to this question should be your guide during this phase of the project.

Loco..... I have kept your question in my mind. And three years later, I think I finally have an answer. This Vagabond needs to be our "saltwater" craft. We need a beach boat. My beautiful Vagabond II has rust damage from nail holes all over the top. She will never be happy as a matte finish aluminum with acne. She needs a little professional makeup.....And then she will be our beach runner in her full stunning glory! She's coming out!

I keep telling my beautiful bride, "Honey, we need to be working on your Vagabond", but oh no, she has more important things to do.

If not converted your motor takes a two line pressure tank. If you want the correct decal we would need to know the correct year of your motor.

Looking for advice on proper fuel tank for Johnson 18hp on a Feathercraft

Locomotion wrote:

seaforrest wrote: Why thank you Scott! I appreciate the glory but I think you are looking at Dave's boat. HIS boat looks amazing! Mine is slowly progressing in that direction at the pace of a snail..... But I'm enjoying the process!

Even a snail moves enough to leave a trail

ya know what a homeless snail is.................

a slug.........

She can do it, Ray.

Locomotion wrote:

seaforrest wrote: Why thank you Scott! I appreciate the glory but I think you are looking at Dave's boat. HIS boat looks amazing! Mine is slowly progressing in that direction at the pace of a snail..... But I'm enjoying the process!

Even a snail moves enough to leave a trail

LOL! Wow Loco. I forgot where to even find this thread. Yep! The Seaforrest is on my summer snail list!! BTW.... you should see my list. Good grief. Just call me Rosie.

seaforrest wrote: Why thank you Scott! I appreciate the glory but I think you are looking at Dave's boat. HIS boat looks amazing! Mine is slowly progressing in that direction at the pace of a snail..... But I'm enjoying the process!

Even a snail moves enough to leave a trail

Why thank you Scott! I appreciate the glory but I think you are looking at Dave's boat. HIS boat looks amazing! Mine is slowly progressing in that direction at the pace of a snail..... But I'm enjoying the process!

Holley Molly a fella takes a bit of a break and SHEZZAM!!!!!! Your boat looks amazing Carey. What an amazing restoration, I'll have to get caught up. Great job!!!! I always like to see a piece of history saved.