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88 Skeeter with rotten floor sound motor
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05/28/15 12:42 AM
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Notnufboat
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So I have a 1988 Skeeter that has a partially rotten floor and the transom appears to have weakened. The motor can be flexed ever so slightly. The motor, however, is sound and runs like a top. Lots of good times in this boat, but I know its time to part ways. I will respect your opinion. Should I sell as is, being honest about the issues, or sell the motor separate and try to get what I can for the rest of the gear then get rid of the hull. Also I haven't figured out the getting rid of the hull part yet. Help is much appreciated.
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Re: 88 Skeeter with rotten floor sound motor
[Re: Notnufboat]
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05/28/15 03:19 AM
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lakeforkfisherman
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You'll probably spend much more on it than its worth, if you don't do this work your self. unfortunately. If it were me, I wouldn't sell it, just figure out how to dispose of it. One thing about putting your blood, sweat, tears, and money into a project like this is that if you di a good job, you'll be forever proud of your work. Good luck.
LET’S GO BRANDON!!!
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Re: 88 Skeeter with rotten floor sound motor
[Re: Notnufboat]
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05/28/15 03:34 AM
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Bobby Milam
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Easiest way would be to sell it for the motor but they take all or find you a boat with a bad motor and transfer yours over.
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Re: 88 Skeeter with rotten floor sound motor
[Re: Notnufboat]
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05/31/15 09:51 PM
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David75
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Green Horn
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What size engine does it have
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Re: 88 Skeeter with rotten floor sound motor
[Re: Notnufboat]
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05/31/15 09:55 PM
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Notnufboat
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Thanks for the replies. I really don't want the added project, but your right LFF, . I would rather find a boat without motor just haven't found one that doesn't exhibit potential for the same issues. I am definately interested if anyone has a lead on one. Where can you unload a useless boat anyways?
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Re: 88 Skeeter with rotten floor sound motor
[Re: David75]
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06/01/15 05:50 PM
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Notnufboat
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It is a 1988 Evinrude 88 HP. Rockwall Marine worked their magic a few years back. She purrs.
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Re: 88 Skeeter with rotten floor sound motor
[Re: Notnufboat]
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06/02/15 02:43 PM
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Mulkey
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I would just part it out.
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