Re: [omc-boats] Re: omc-boats-digest V1 #245

 
Hi Tom,
 
Thanks so much for taking the time to write. Any contact phone numbers you
might have for these people you mentioned would be appreciated.
 
To address some of the things you brought up: The original seats were not
included with the boat so I don't even have the frames to start with. Some
inexpensive obvious replacements were used. The rear covers (cowlings) are
missing entirely. I believe they were fiberglass and hinged up to the outsides.
I found some pictures on the Internet that seem to show them connecting to
the exact places where the covers are missing on my boat.
 
Another question. I have removed the carpeting because it was in very bad
shape. Before replacing it I would like to do something about the floor. It
is soft in spots, particularly the middle. Is there a recommended way of
taking care of this? I'm sure I can figure out something, but I don't want to
have to "reinvent the wheel."
 
I would really like to have the opportunity to talk with you and "pick your
brain" if you wouldn't mind. If you are amenable to this, please email your
number to me along with the best time to call so that I won't run up your
phone bill.
 
Thanks,
 
Skip Redman
714-523-5676 - home
714-403-4469 - cell
 
In a message dated 3/9/2005 7:14:02 P.M. Pacific Standard Time,
tklauber@... writes:

You may try Dave Losvar in Seattle at SeaWay Marine - the boat parts are
very hard to come by and you have to be creative and patient. I do a lot of
shopping on ebay. You might try getting a parts list for your boat - Ken
Cook and Co might can dig one up for you. It helps to have the part numbers
in your searches. Seats should be recovered or replaced. Keep the frames
though.Tops are not available so go to a marine canvas shop and get one made
or install a bimini top if thats what you want. I am not sure of the
steering wheel and the lights. The gauges you probably can get with some
time and luck. The rear covers? are they fiberglass cowlings or canvas - you
might get some from salvage, there is no good boat salvage yard for these
Johnson boats to my knowledge. Its not easy but it is worth the effort. Good
luck, Tom K.
Received on Thursday, 10 March 2005