Runabout Renovation: How to Find and Fix Up and Old Fiberglass Speedboat

Whether you're fishing, waterskiing, or just enjoying a lazy day out on the water, nothing beats a runabout. These boats were just built for fun.

If you're one of those lucky speedboat owners looking for maintenance tips, or even if you're a first-time buyer with an eye on an older model in need of some TLC, expert runabout renovator Jim Anderson has the answers to all of your questions.

In this informative and easy-to-follow guide, Jim takes you through the entire process of fixing up your roundabout; from locating and purchasing to the last coat of paint. Jim's trademark sense of humor and ability to cut straight to the simplest solutions make it seem like you're working alongside an old friend. Topics include:

  • Choosing and surveying your boat
  • Cosmetic repairs and touch-ups
  • Replacing the floors, carpets, and interior
  • Building a new transom
  • Upgrading electrical and mechanical systems
  • For a more economical Echo Point Paperback edition please search ISBN 162654400X.

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    Runabout Renovation: How to Find and Fix Up and Old Fiberglass Speedboat

    Whether you're fishing, waterskiing, or just enjoying a lazy day out on the water, nothing beats a runabout. These boats were just built for fun.

    If you're one of those lucky speedboat owners looking for maintenance tips, or even if you're a first-time buyer with an eye on an older model in need of some TLC, expert runabout renovator Jim Anderson has the answers to all of your questions.

    In this informative and easy-to-follow guide, Jim takes you through the entire process of fixing up your roundabout; from locating and purchasing to the last coat of paint. Jim's trademark sense of humor and ability to cut straight to the simplest solutions make it seem like you're working alongside an old friend. Topics include:

  • Choosing and surveying your boat
  • Cosmetic repairs and touch-ups
  • Replacing the floors, carpets, and interior
  • Building a new transom
  • Upgrading electrical and mechanical systems
  • For a more economical Echo Point Paperback edition please search ISBN 162654400X.

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    Runabout Renovation: How to Find and Fix Up and Old Fiberglass Speedboat

    Runabout Renovation: How to Find and Fix Up and Old Fiberglass Speedboat

    by Jim Anderson
    Runabout Renovation: How to Find and Fix Up and Old Fiberglass Speedboat

    Runabout Renovation: How to Find and Fix Up and Old Fiberglass Speedboat

    by Jim Anderson

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    Overview

    Whether you're fishing, waterskiing, or just enjoying a lazy day out on the water, nothing beats a runabout. These boats were just built for fun.

    If you're one of those lucky speedboat owners looking for maintenance tips, or even if you're a first-time buyer with an eye on an older model in need of some TLC, expert runabout renovator Jim Anderson has the answers to all of your questions.

    In this informative and easy-to-follow guide, Jim takes you through the entire process of fixing up your roundabout; from locating and purchasing to the last coat of paint. Jim's trademark sense of humor and ability to cut straight to the simplest solutions make it seem like you're working alongside an old friend. Topics include:

  • Choosing and surveying your boat
  • Cosmetic repairs and touch-ups
  • Replacing the floors, carpets, and interior
  • Building a new transom
  • Upgrading electrical and mechanical systems
  • For a more economical Echo Point Paperback edition please search ISBN 162654400X.


    Product Details

    ISBN-13: 9781635618334
    Publisher: Echo Point Books & Media
    Publication date: 02/04/2019
    Edition description: Reprint ed.
    Pages: 162
    Product dimensions: 7.50(w) x 9.25(h) x 0.44(d)

    Table of Contents

    Contents

    Acknowledgments ... iv

    Preface ... v

    Chapter 1 The Birth and Evolution of the Runabout ... 1

    Chapter 2 The Dark Art of Surveying ... 15

    Chapter 3 Planning: The Key to a Successful Renovation ... 33

    Chapter 4 Out with the Old Floor, In with the New ... 47

    Chapter 5 Build a New Improved Transom ... 71

    Chapter 6 The Narrow Path to a Gleaming Finish ... 95

    Chapter 7 New Life for Old Interiors ... 113

    Chapter 8 Accessories, Improvements, and Tips ... 123

    Appendix A Renovating Aluminum Boats ... 145

    Appendix B Suppliers ... 149

    Index ... 150

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