Man, I wish I had a father or a father figure to spend time and show me stuff like you do with your son. I'm older than you are now Derek, but you're saving your son from possible years of problems in his life by spending time with him like this. I have to applaud you.
Exactly. He`s focused, engaged and has a great life ahead of him whatever path he chooses. Never had kids myself but had friends and customers that raised some amazing kids that went on and did amazing things. There is hope,as it turns out.
its been said already, but the sight of that old chevy pullin that old boat was priceless. so was the sight of a man workin side by side with his child. great episode, Deeke. I love this channel.
I have a 4door '55 Bellaire myself that I would love to see the video of him getting that one to help me get mine back on the road after 30 years of storage.
Derek it is a 1960 performer islander, it was a clipper style boat I had one just like it!! Hope you all enjoy it!!!! They are hard to find but very easy to work on and from what I can see the common updates like steering cable were done already to your boat!!
"Dover White Hull, with your choice of molded-in deck colors. Laguna Coral, Balboa Blue, Newport Green, Ensenada Brown, Catalina Red." There's a brochure!
Love the fact you are including your son on projects. We need more parents like you spending quality time and teaching things like troubleshooting to their kids. It's skills that they will carry forever.
I do the same thing with my Son. Parents don't teach their Sons skills to help them in the future. My Son helps me work on my old GM OBS trucks on my channel.
Old boats are always full of surprises! Rats, roaches, spiders, and a running motor! One major concern that may have to do with the water pump that you mentioned is that I didn't see any water stream from the powerhead. If the pump is working you should have warm water streaming from a hole on the backside of the powerhead. No warm water coming out means no heat is coming out. Leads to an overheated motor.
Yep. Thinking same. No tell tale. Pump needs to be replaced along with the lower gear case oil. Should be good for the pontoon then. Bring the paddles…just in case.
Water pump should be replaced regardless if it's good or not. Sitting that long I'm sure the impeller is dry rot and the impeller arms become ridged and hold that bent form. It's still possible that it is pumping though and you don't see the tell tale stream because it's plugged up. Many times bugs and spiders will actually make a nest in the tell tale tube and plug it right up. Run a coat hanger or wire in the tell tale tube and you might be surprised that it's just plugged up..... but for sure, replace the pump and housing anyhow. Lol That's a long time sitting. Should of also checked the gear lube in the lower unit before starting as well. It may have leaked out o er the years and throwing it in gear without lube would be no good. As far as revving the engine on the muffs, it's not a problem. You actually get better water flow with the muffs than you do in the water. The muffs are actually pushing water in the pump and up to the engine and many times even if your pump is going bad will still push water to the engine. I will say I was surprised how well that old Johnson ran after sitting all those years. It sounded like a good strong engine yet. It will make for a good engine on the back of something for sure. 75 horses is a good size too.
It just always brings me pure simplicity of the definition of joyful when I tune in. It feels like home, like being an adult and walking into your parents house and grabbing a soda pop out of their fridge and plopping down on their couch, just like ya did 30+ years ago as a child, thats what VGG is to me. Thank you! ❤
It is surprisingly easy to replace the transom. 2, 3/8 inch plywood glued together is the exact thickness to replace. Try to get as much of the old one out in as much of one piece to trace out the new. I did it myself on my dads old boat that had the same 70 hp Johnson. I had zero experience doing that kind of thing but I never let that stop me.
Some boats are simple to replace it, and others are TOUGH to do. I had an 18' fiberglass "ski boat" with a 150h.p. Force outboard on it, and my kids forgot to put the tilt-lock pin in the outboard before they took it out once, and the pointy end of the fin on the lower unit was banging a hole in the transom of the boat as the boat rocked with the waves and motor tilted forward and back as they sped up and slowed down. They weren't aware that they had done this, and ended up putting the boat away with the transom all wet inside from water entering the hole that was created. Yep, the transom rotted out and got all soft and flexy not too long after this incident. It was an EXPENSIVE repair at a boat dealership, and it was way too involved for me to try and get in there to beef it back up or replace it the correct way. So, I ended up cutting a 3/8 thick aluminum plate to the size of the whole back of the boat, and through bolting it with hockey pucks wherever I could reach inside the fiberglass, and more smaller plates on the inner side of the transom inside the boat. It worked well for many years after that, and after that I lost track of the boat because I sold it.
@@gqp4800too expensive for a project like this. You can get away with pressure treated for 1/3 of the price and it’s just as good for this. If you were spending the money on a full-out restoration, then you could go marine grade.
Very nice work brought back memories. I was always pulling the darn anchor out , never ever dropped it in the right spot Daddy would say boy puller up let’s move back where I said: (drop it now at)
Like other commenters say repairing the boat shouldn't be too hard. Seemed more like the guy isn't the type to give up like he did. Bet there's more to come on this.
I think either the water pump impeller is shot or the drain hole is blocked off with a dirt dauber or something, should be peeing a stream of water from the top of the lower unit. Looks like you turned it the right way by hand, but you can't ever turn an outboard backwards because that impeller can only go one way without breaking the blades off if they are older.
I was about to say the same thing. Could also be bugs have crawled up in the tube and blocked it, I've had it happen, I usually put a toothpick in it to keep anything from making a home up there.
Yup, was saying to myself don't run it too long, the pump ain't pumpin! I wrapped some screen around my 25 Merc to keep the dirt dobbers out of my spout hose. Them little devils always get up in there if ya don't do something!
Was about to say that there doesn't seem to be any water coming out of the tell tale (if it has one) or out the exhaust. Deffo check all the waterways for blockages (maybe salt water deposits?)
Derek, your boys will cherish all you do for them and with them for the rest of their lives. You are everything a father should be and more. Cheers and cold snacks to you,Ty for all the content!
I'm just would like to see more of your boys involved not just Bentley but the other ones to seems like they're shining away from you what's going on there if that's not too personal
Old outboard mechanic here. Your motor is the descendent of a long line of 3-cylinder loop-charged OMC engines, starting with the old 1960's 55hp models with Motorola Ignitions and maker points (involuntary shudder). They are not great idling engines due to their extensive piston porting, but make good power for their weight. Proper winterization is a must, as they are know to rip the top piston rings off the pistons on first crank with rusty cylinders, and beat the pistons and cylinder head to bits. The main jets are in the bottom of the carb bowl and plug up if the carbs are not run dry. The ignitions are alternator-driven, with the stator and charge coil providing the power, the triggers delivering timing, and the external coils stepping up the voltage to the plugs. Water pump impellors should be changed occasionally, an easy job once the shift connector under the bottom carb is unhooked. Have fun!
Man your kiddo is so well behaved, intelligent, and hard working - excellent work! I could watch you guys work on stuff all day 😂 like hanging out with my uncle Brent again
Good on ya for saving that old cruiser!!! A good friend of mine found one in similar condition. The transom was shot (just like yours). We pulled the whole top off of the boat, removed the old transom, did some fiberglass work, built a new transom, did a little reinforcing, and dropped the top back on. A few tubes of sealer and she was back on the water!!! Looking forward to see where you guys go with it from here! Thanks for another great video, Bieri Family!
I repaired a rotten transom once. It was essentially a "fiberglass and wood juice sandwich." Scooped out the old wood and filled it with resin mixed with several pounds of finely ground old fiberglass boat hulls. The random fiber makes it strong yet pourable. I don't remember what that stuff was called, but that transom has survived many years of very hard use.
be sure to check the water pump. Every old outboard I have worked on/gotten started has always had a messed up water pump or corroded out housing. Great work :)
Bentley is definitely your right hand man. Always jumping right in to help out. You’re a very lucky man to have a family that enjoys your passion for getting old vehicles (and boats) running.
Derek.. I am currently living in Thailand. I found your channel about 3 months ago. Man... you bring me back home. I've youtube binged on your channel since. I love your episodes with you and your boys. My sons were always welcome when I was wrenching. Your boy is awesome. Reminds me of my son. He is now in his early 30s and way better at wrenching than I ever was. It's been so much fun watching all your videos past to currently. You and your family are ace's Thznns for giving so much joy. I look forward to every new video each week now. My son also watches back in the States. Your channel is something we can share even if we are apart. "I'll be dipped in "%$#/"... was something he heard often out of my mouth... you give us a lot of laughs. What a quality program you have created. Thanks from the bottom of my heart. Much love
I had a friend of mine that had a boat exactly like that i don't know much about it but I do know it was one of the best riding boats I've ever been in it definitely takes waves pretty good it was just a good all around boat
This reminds me of my father working on boat motors 45 or so years ago in my youth. He'd put them in a 55 gallon drum and fill with water. He is 86 now and in hospice. All kind of fond memories have been replaying through my mind the last couple of weeks.
Dies give good memories. Had piloted a '77 Chrysler Tri-Hull with a 55 hp Chrysler engine and it was so nice guiding it on the bay off of Fayette harbor. It was my Uncle Ernie's boat.
Make sure you check the water pump impeller, I didn't see it squirting water out like it should, they are usually rubber so sitting would make them rot out. Love the videos, I've been watching a long time, would love to see you wrench on an old international pickup!
It is heartwarming to se the smile on Bentlys face when you get that old motor running. I wish i´ve had a dad like you, when i grew up. I´m trying my best to do stuff like this with my kids, and learn them to apreciate the thing we have, and also learn them if you take old stuff and repair it, you will ha nice stuff that you can use. Also if we do it together, we will probably have a great time together and we will ha a fun memory. Keep up the good work Derek ! We love watching your videos. / E.P , Östergötland, Sweden.
In my shop class back in the day we had an ancient ignition system simulator that plugged into 110. It had a setup to mimic a distributor cap and rotor and you could control the speed and spark intensity. Of course is was from the days when safety wasn't a thing so it was all out in the open. We mainly used it to play jokes and shock the crap out of each other.... Yep good times.
Man this so cool!!! My first revival was a bass boat that was sitting for 10 years. Couldn’t have gotten her running without your videos. You’re awesome man!
Awesome to see you doing another boat Derek! My first restoration about 5 years ago was a boat, a 1985 Concord Mach II with a blown engine, holes in the hull, trashed interior etc. It was in such terrible shape that I honestly think I would have passed on it had it not been for your channel. However, seeing some of these old girls that you brought back to life inspired me to go for it and am I ever glad I did, turned out better than I could have imagined. Love the channel bud, keep up the great work.
Derek those old Johnsons are usually 2-stroke. Looks like the impeller needs replacement as the “pee” of the engine is weak. I usually run the motors out of a cut up drum to ensure that the water supply is more than sufficient. For the prop you might want to look at “Solas” for an OEM replacement. But its usually best to buy d prop when you know what pitch you need to match the hull so that its a buy once kind of scenario.
If it runs, whatever you do, pull the leg off and put a new water pump impeller on, otherwise you will cook it , only a cheap small rubber thing, but makes a big difference to cooling. By the look of the speed holes in the cover, someone has already had overheating issues . Great to see you work with the boys again 😁
How cool is that. You've got a vintage car pulling a vintage boat and the same collar at that. It's doesn't get any better than that. Looks as though your boys are coming along just fine in helping out... great video 😀
I love your channel . The involvement of your entire family is awesome. I tell some of the younger guys at work who are also gear heads like me, that have kids to watch your channel. I tell them you are a great example of how a real Dad should be. You are truly inspirational. Thank You.
That boat is super cool, don't give up on it! I know replacing stringers and floors and a transom can be daunting, but how cool would that boat be when restored?! I helped my old boss restore an old '60's two seater speed boat years ago, the interior looked just like a mid-'60's Corvette!
My local builder's thrift store had this old 1960's or 1950's wooden speedboat dumped in their lot, I regret not asking if I could have it. It was in their trash pile. It looked like one of those old school racing boats that they did slalom races with on Lake Mead, they are really flat like a pancake and kind of shaped like a UFO. She was in awful shape, looked like termites had a snack on it for a bit, no motor, the hull had some kind of special plaque on the dashboard area but I didn't read it well enough to see what it was.
I love how you get your kids involved, and teach them to work with their hands. I work in the oil industry it's amazing to me the number of young men that don't know how to use tools and work with their hands. The world needs more people like you.
It is either a 1960 or 1961 17' islander made by performer boat co. They went bankrupt in January 1962 and was purchased by US Fiberglass. Co. It originally came through sears roebuck with a johnson 40 engine.
Sir, I’m relying on my memories, not expertise. But that’s 60s to early 70s based upon the boat and the engine. Of course, it would have been made over many years. First restoration I did with my dad was an old boat. First engine I ever helped rebuild as well. Looking forward to this - thank you for all you do! ~ Chuck
Definitely early 80s outboard. The color and the very late 50s font. Wooden transom. Probably wouldn't see that on a boat from the 70s. Looks about the same vintage as the car.
My buddy and I redid my 1971 Alumicraft. It was a purple fiberglass ski boat we lovingly named Barney. You can replace the transom. Definitely takes some work but can be done. Then PL9000 adhesive secures 1/4” marine grade plywood extremely well to the floor. Those old boats look good on the water just like a classic car looks good rolling down the road. Don’t give up on it! She’s just waiting for someone to love her! 😁
I had a Johnson 70 like that. It was on a Lakeland boat. (The company that built truck caps). Might think about dropping the lower unit and checking out the rubber spider water pump dodad. It's probably dried out and cracked. I think you should consult the boys about the next boat.
My first revival was in 2016 and was a 1967 Larson 18 footer I brought back with my father in law and my brother. This video brings back some memories!
Wow. I had this same boat. 15' 10" with a Johnson 60 v quad. Wing tanks were long gone. Freshly painted darker blue and white. Got rid of the 60 after a few trips on San Diego bay. What a fuel pig. Cross flow dumps a lot of fuel out the exhaust. Swapped on a '86 evinrude 40 two stroke. 30 mph and one 6 gal tank to to fish the kelp beds. Bimini top added. It was so reliable. That 70 is a keeper. Mine was a 1960. Good luck!
I'd put the boat at around the very early '60s (I recognize the Ride Guide steering wheel). The engine looks newer than that, Johnsons in the early '60s had much differently shaped engine hoods than the hood on yours.
a hint from a long time outboard guy, start feeling for engine temp with your hand soon after startup. great video. Yeah, a great engine. Started as a 55 HP and went up from there. You should save that boat, it's worth it.
Starting the weekend out right!! Great vid. Funnily enough, My Gal grew up in none other than Bellflower CA. She was tickled to no end when she saw you point out the emblem of where the boat was made. Thank you Derek and the little humans you are responsible for.
I am sure a Million People said this already, but it looks like the pisser hose is clogged... I had the same Problem on my Boat... also my transom was just as bad and i hollowed it out with a chain saw then picked up some deep pour resin and poured me a new one! worked great!
This brings back memories of my Dad and I. We bought and old boat fixed it up. I really miss him we loved fishing . We liked to just get out there didn't matter if fish were biting or not. May God bless all!
@Derek you have an early 1970's Performer "Islander series" boat. on the right (starboard) side stern; there should be a series of numbers stamped into the hull Identification Number, the last 2 digits will be the hull year. It might also be on a plate riveted to the transom it'll look like this ABC (manufacture code) 12345 (Hull Identification number) 1234 (Hull year of manufacture) First 2 numbers are the month, last 2 are the year. 37:36 the black rubber hose coming from the head, to the back of the engine is your water line, from the impeller, and its not spitting water, which means the impeller is either FUBAR< ot there is blockage.
I didn't dig too deep on research, but found an Islander Performer boat for sale that looked a lot like that. It was billed as a 1979 model, but agree that it has a 1960s appearance. I imagine the company was building them for years with little changes. Heck, if it floats, what can you improve on. As many others have said, you are doing a great job with the boys. Teaching a kid how to use their hands to handle tools is a lot better than having them use them for pushing buttons on a mindless game.
Great boat project you got yourself into, but your tow rig , she must be the twin sister of mine, ´55 210 4dr /235/3 on the tree with OD, same color and since I put a hitch on it´s not only been hauling me, but family and /or a trailer filled with car parts since 2015 and more than 80000 miles. She´s referred to as "Granny" within our family cause she ´s just so cozy, humble, nice and quiet as a Grandma would be (and just as slow moving hahahaha). Thanks for doing what you´re doing , you are a huge role model for being a good person , a good dad, just a great feller. Thanks for that!
There’s a thermostat internally that opens once heated. It opens and heated water flows right above the cavitation plate. Stick a paper clip wire in the pee hole to dislodge dirt dobber debris and should start flowing. But water pump needs replacing anyway.Looks like you got a good motor. Get a better cowl without holes and maybe update to a power trim and tilt. Those are good boys. Pontoon swap is easy, rebuilding transom and stringers a core, but cool.
hi derek just a question aint there a water spout out the side at the top as a telltale to make sure water pup is pumping ?? keep up the great content man
Yep, you can see the hose that runs from the lower side of the block under the lowest cylinder around to the right side. And I did not see any water either.
I love that Bentley is right there every time it’s just about spending quality time with dad and dad teaching him everything he can as far as the boat goes. If I were you, I would strip out the inside of that boat and the transom and redo it, really not that hard to do as long as the fiberglass is in good shape Would be a great boat for the boys.
Great content, as always, Derrick. More father/son projects are great. You have a wonderful family and I like seeing family involvement. Blessings y’all.
Derek, send the boat out for a new floor, stringers and transom. You can buy a pontoon boat and be just like every other middle age dad on the lake, or you can be Vice Grip Garage Cool in a restored 1960 Performer Islander! These old boat get scrapped to often. It doesn’t take much to fix them.
It's painted red, the stripe was white It was eighteen feet, from the bow to stern light Secondhand, from a dealer in Atlanta I rode up with daddy, when he went there to get her Put on a shine, put on a motor Built out of love, made for the water Ran her for years, 'til the transom got rotten A piece of my childhood, will never be forgoten It was, just an old plywood boat A '75 Johnson with electric choke A young boy two hands on the wheel I can't replace the way it made me feel And I would turn her sharp And I would make it whine He'd say, You can't beat the way an old wood boat rides…
I had one just like it but 14'. It served me great. I had a 1969 Merc 20 horse 2-stroke on the back. Seemed good in the Puget Sound. I dumped oil in the cylinders 18 years ago and stored it in Oregon. It will run. The boat looks just like yours. It was '67 ish I think. When I moved out of USA I sold the boat and trailer to a friend for a dollar. But the engine is still in storage in Oregon.
@kevincarlson-ii1zz Take yourself to the Dr's and get a chest x-ray and probably some antibiotics, my friend! Many years as a Paramedic and a p-monia surviver!!
always make sure you polish those carbs before every season. especially multi cylinder two stroke. by the time you reallize a carb is plugged it will spit alum powder out the exhaust and the corrisponding pistons are melted
Derek, word to the wise, best check out to make sure the impeller in the water pump is working, because the engine is supposed to be spitting water out whilst running and it doesn't look like it was.
The year of the boat is determined by the last 2 digits of the hull I.D # which is usually located on the top starboard side of the transom or on a day boat like this on the coastguard certification plate somewhere in the boat usually in the bow. Also if you reseal the gearcase be sure to pressure test it between 12-15 PSI and when running make sure there is a thin water steam (tell-tail) coming from the back of the engine
All boats manufactured or imported on or after November 1, 1972 must bear a HIN boat hull number. Just a wild guess but I think this may be older than that. Certainly would work on a newer boat or to confirm this one is older.
I could be wrong but I don't think a lot of the older engines had tell-tails. My old 50hp Johnson didn't at least. I think it started to be a lot more common in the late 80's early 90's
@@Lauterec this one has a tell tale, in some shots you can see the hose and fitting are coming off the exhaust housing. Could be a crapped out pump, could be a bug in the hose.... both are probable.....
@@Lauterec Certain outboards from the time of the hull didnt, but with this outboard being a 1980 it definitely should have a tell tail. It should also have water coming from the two exhaust ports under the powerhead as well as the exhaust on the lower unit and from the center of the prop. @tbirdracefan most likely to confirm its older lol. looks early 60's. This video got me extremely excited as I'm a marine mechanic by trade. Made my day seeing Derek work on a boat
there is a product that 3M makes that you fill the transom with. I think it's called 5100. You route out the transom and fill it with it. It will be the toughest part of the entire boat also, the boat VIN is located on the outer starboard corner of the transom. It is embossed into the glass in order to see it. You'll probably have to remove that makeshift transom brace.
I got my hands on a '71 Evinrude with the electronic shift off a salvaged saltwater boat. After some research it was a two year production run and surprisingly enough that lower unit is impossible to find parts for. After more investigation it had no compression after I got it freed up. I got lucky when a guy showed up to buy it and offered $125 because I had the throttle/gear selector and the decorative plate. The motor was scrap, but he was restoring an old boat and wanted those parts that literally cannot be found anymore. He was super excited over that little plastic plate and it worked out well for both of us. My point is the guys that do revivals for a living have way more luck than I do getting stuff going. It must be a seventh sense. Currently working on a 98' Ski Nautique with the Pro Boss GT-40 for a friend that got run over by a yacht. We still have glasswork to do but it'll hold water probably so we're trying to get to the lake before the season ends. Waiting on a prop, strut bushing, and packing and we might have a chance. Another enjoyable video from VGG. Especially seeing the boys working alongside dad. These kids are growing up right and learning what most kids don't. I taught myself how to work on vehicles and my dad taught me carpentry, plumbing, and a tiny bit of household electrical. This is great stuff to see.
Totally awesome to switch it up on the fellers and fellets! Totally water worthy APPOVED✔️! Good going to pond rig for sure!!😊 Derek I’m sure all the fans would like to see you on skeees and some TAN LINES! Give what the fan want! LOL! Bring the thunder! @vicegripgarage
Them old Johnson / Evinrudes are almost impossible to kill completely. The impeller and seals in the lower end are likely shot to hell. I’d do that, rebuild the carbs and pop off the flywheel and change the coils because the wires are probably all rotted, but then you’d have a good old motor that will last for a while. Good find.
Well, for me it was probably when I was floating around in the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay watching a meteor shower and a couple of Right wales circled around me for a while. A little later a military RIB flew past me running very fast and completely dark. On the way back to the marina, a dolphin followed right next to me most of the way in. That was a pretty good one. Come to think of it, I've had a LOT of really good days (and nights) on my boat. Maybe you're just doing it wrong. 😉
Dad bought one, those old 70's had an issue where they would lose power when cruizing. It turned out that the short ;iece of fuel line inside the cowl, between the cowl and fuel pump would colapse and suck flat shutting of the fuel. They fixed the problem later by installing a spring in the line, that prevented it from sucking flat. I am sure that they probably installed a stiffer fuel line later.
Would be awesome if you and your family would do a boat rebuild. That boat definitely needs a second life. It's still an old hotrod just runs on water lol
Man, I wish I had a father or a father figure to spend time and show me stuff like you do with your son. I'm older than you are now Derek, but you're saving your son from possible years of problems in his life by spending time with him like this. I have to applaud you.
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I agree. Never raise kids that are terrified and ignorant.
My friend Dave grew up without a dad, my dad mentored him and he calls me his brother. I consider him mine as well.
Bentley is quite the hard worker, a man of few words and it always looks like he knows what he's doing.
I agree.👍
Exactly. He`s focused, engaged and has a great life ahead of him whatever path he chooses. Never had kids myself but had friends and customers that raised some amazing kids that went on and did amazing things. There is hope,as it turns out.
He takes after uncle krang lol, a man of few words
Agreed!! And teaching his son all these skills that boy will be a man will many skills by highschool
the next generation in training. No doubt he has the mechanical bug, and will take it far
Toolbox before the x-box...kids of today need more of this...he's a lucky boy to have you showing him..!
its been said already, but the sight of that old chevy pullin that old boat was priceless. so was the sight of a man workin side by side with his child. great episode, Deeke. I love this channel.
It is nice to come home after a hard day's work and find something wholesome and fun to watch! Love this channel as well, I always learn something!
I have a 4door '55 Bellaire myself that I would love to see the video of him getting that one to help me get mine back on the road after 30 years of storage.
Derek it is a 1960 performer islander, it was a clipper style boat I had one just like it!!
Hope you all enjoy it!!!! They are hard to find but very easy to work on and from what I can see the common updates like steering cable were done already to your boat!!
Cool comment:) do you still have your old islander?
I had a toy boat that looked like this when I was a kid
Unfortunately mine didn’t have the updates , IE still had the cable steering and so on I decided to move to a more usable boat
"Dover White Hull, with your choice of molded-in deck colors.
Laguna Coral, Balboa Blue, Newport Green, Ensenada Brown, Catalina Red."
There's a brochure!
@@joshuaraymond1532 nice
Love the fact you are including your son on projects. We need more parents like you spending quality time and teaching things like troubleshooting to their kids. It's skills that they will carry forever.
I do the same thing with my Son. Parents don't teach their Sons skills to help them in the future. My Son helps me work on my old GM OBS trucks on my channel.
I salute you as a Father, you do such a great job with the boys. Much respect.
Old boats are always full of surprises! Rats, roaches, spiders, and a running motor! One major concern that may have to do with the water pump that you mentioned is that I didn't see any water stream from the powerhead. If the pump is working you should have warm water streaming from a hole on the backside of the powerhead. No warm water coming out means no heat is coming out. Leads to an overheated motor.
Yep. Thinking same. No tell tale.
Pump needs to be replaced along with the lower gear case oil. Should be good for the pontoon then.
Bring the paddles…just in case.
Water pump should be replaced regardless if it's good or not. Sitting that long I'm sure the impeller is dry rot and the impeller arms become ridged and hold that bent form. It's still possible that it is pumping though and you don't see the tell tale stream because it's plugged up. Many times bugs and spiders will actually make a nest in the tell tale tube and plug it right up. Run a coat hanger or wire in the tell tale tube and you might be surprised that it's just plugged up..... but for sure, replace the pump and housing anyhow. Lol
That's a long time sitting. Should of also checked the gear lube in the lower unit before starting as well. It may have leaked out o er the years and throwing it in gear without lube would be no good. As far as revving the engine on the muffs, it's not a problem. You actually get better water flow with the muffs than you do in the water. The muffs are actually pushing water in the pump and up to the engine and many times even if your pump is going bad will still push water to the engine.
I will say I was surprised how well that old Johnson ran after sitting all those years. It sounded like a good strong engine yet. It will make for a good engine on the back of something for sure. 75 horses is a good size too.
Yep. Impeller is shot after so many years
Yep that water pump is shot
Old timers used to call that water stream the pisser!
It just always brings me pure simplicity of the definition of joyful when I tune in. It feels like home, like being an adult and walking into your parents house and grabbing a soda pop out of their fridge and plopping down on their couch, just like ya did 30+ years ago as a child, thats what VGG is to me. Thank you! ❤
It is surprisingly easy to replace the transom. 2, 3/8 inch plywood glued together is the exact thickness to replace. Try to get as much of the old one out in as much of one piece to trace out the new. I did it myself on my dads old boat that had the same 70 hp Johnson. I had zero experience doing that kind of thing but I never let that stop me.
Some boats are simple to replace it, and others are TOUGH to do.
I had an 18' fiberglass "ski boat" with a 150h.p. Force outboard on it, and my kids forgot to put the tilt-lock pin in the outboard before they took it out once, and the pointy end of the fin on the lower unit was banging a hole in the transom of the boat as the boat rocked with the waves and motor tilted forward and back as they sped up and slowed down. They weren't aware that they had done this, and ended up putting the boat away with the transom all wet inside from water entering the hole that was created. Yep, the transom rotted out and got all soft and flexy not too long after this incident. It was an EXPENSIVE repair at a boat dealership, and it was way too involved for me to try and get in there to beef it back up or replace it the correct way.
So, I ended up cutting a 3/8 thick aluminum plate to the size of the whole back of the boat, and through bolting it with hockey pucks wherever I could reach inside the fiberglass, and more smaller plates on the inner side of the transom inside the boat.
It worked well for many years after that, and after that I lost track of the boat because I sold it.
Marine plywood
@@gqp4800too expensive for a project like this. You can get away with pressure treated for 1/3 of the price and it’s just as good for this.
If you were spending the money on a full-out restoration, then you could go marine grade.
Very nice work brought back memories. I was always pulling the darn anchor out , never ever dropped it in the right spot Daddy would say boy puller up let’s move back where I said: (drop it now at)
Like other commenters say repairing the boat shouldn't be too hard. Seemed more like the guy isn't the type to give up like he did. Bet there's more to come on this.
I think either the water pump impeller is shot or the drain hole is blocked off with a dirt dauber or something, should be peeing a stream of water from the top of the lower unit.
Looks like you turned it the right way by hand, but you can't ever turn an outboard backwards because that impeller can only go one way without breaking the blades off if they are older.
No water was coming out of the upper hose, so the Impeller is shot for sure. Bit of a pain to drop the lower unit, but parts don't cost much.
I was about to say the same thing. Could also be bugs have crawled up in the tube and blocked it, I've had it happen, I usually put a toothpick in it to keep anything from making a home up there.
Yup, was saying to myself don't run it too long, the pump ain't pumpin! I wrapped some screen around my 25 Merc to keep the dirt dobbers out of my spout hose. Them little devils always get up in there if ya don't do something!
Was about to say that there doesn't seem to be any water coming out of the tell tale (if it has one) or out the exhaust. Deffo check all the waterways for blockages (maybe salt water deposits?)
Those old Johnsons didn't have a telltale. Two small holes straight back will spit some water when she warms up.
It’s not pissing water out of the tell- tale. It needs a impeller or poppit valve.
Derek, your boys will cherish all you do for them and with them for the rest of their lives. You are everything a father should be and more. Cheers and cold snacks to you,Ty for all the content!
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I'm just would like to see more of your boys involved not just Bentley but the other ones to seems like they're shining away from you what's going on there if that's not too personal
Hopefully they'll remember all this time spent with them as they change your diapers in 30 years.
Old outboard mechanic here. Your motor is the descendent of a long line of 3-cylinder loop-charged OMC engines, starting with the old 1960's 55hp models with Motorola Ignitions and maker points (involuntary shudder). They are not great idling engines due to their extensive piston porting, but make good power for their weight. Proper winterization is a must, as they are know to rip the top piston rings off the pistons on first crank with rusty cylinders, and beat the pistons and cylinder head to bits. The main jets are in the bottom of the carb bowl and plug up if the carbs are not run dry. The ignitions are alternator-driven, with the stator and charge coil providing the power, the triggers delivering timing, and the external coils stepping up the voltage to the plugs. Water pump impellors should be changed occasionally, an easy job once the shift connector under the bottom carb is unhooked. Have fun!
" Water pump impellors should be changed "... every 300 hrs or 3 years.
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Man your kiddo is so well behaved, intelligent, and hard working - excellent work! I could watch you guys work on stuff all day 😂 like hanging out with my uncle Brent again
Thank you
@maruiacancer6 I’ll subscribe and can even recommend you in my own channel bud. Sending good vibes your way!
when they say role model, thats what they mean
Good on ya for saving that old cruiser!!! A good friend of mine found one in similar condition. The transom was shot (just like yours). We pulled the whole top off of the boat, removed the old transom, did some fiberglass work, built a new transom, did a little reinforcing, and dropped the top back on. A few tubes of sealer and she was back on the water!!! Looking forward to see where you guys go with it from here! Thanks for another great video, Bieri Family!
I repaired a rotten transom once. It was essentially a "fiberglass and wood juice sandwich." Scooped out the old wood and filled it with resin mixed with several pounds of finely ground old fiberglass boat hulls. The random fiber makes it strong yet pourable. I don't remember what that stuff was called, but that transom has survived many years of very hard use.
@@StubbyPhillips there is a product called Seacast that is far superior to plywood...
@@LazyJacres Yep!
That's what it was called, thanks.
It's crazy strong.
be sure to check the water pump. Every old outboard I have worked on/gotten started has always had a messed up water pump or corroded out housing. Great work :)
New water pump every 3 years or 300 hours, whichever comes first.
Definitely check that water pump I've had to replace them in every boat I've had
Yes, most likely bad.
Didn't see it peeing. So I betting bad pump
Hope you all can swim..
You can replace that transom. It’s not as hard as it seems :) it would be good content. And the boat matches the car. It would make an awesome set
Bentley is definitely your right hand man. Always jumping right in to help out. You’re a very lucky man to have a family that enjoys your passion for getting old vehicles (and boats) running.
Derek.. I am currently living in Thailand. I found your channel about 3 months ago. Man... you bring me back home. I've youtube binged on your channel since. I love your episodes with you and your boys. My sons were always welcome when I was wrenching. Your boy is awesome. Reminds me of my son. He is now in his early 30s and way better at wrenching than I ever was. It's been so much fun watching all your videos past to currently. You and your family are ace's Thznns for giving so much joy. I look forward to every new video each week now. My son also watches back in the States. Your channel is something we can share even if we are apart. "I'll be dipped in "%$#/"... was something he heard often out of my mouth... you give us a lot of laughs.
What a quality program you have created.
Thanks from the bottom of my heart. Much love
I had a friend of mine that had a boat exactly like that i don't know much about it but I do know it was one of the best riding boats I've ever been in it definitely takes waves pretty good it was just a good all around boat
This reminds me of my father working on boat motors 45 or so years ago in my youth. He'd put them in a 55 gallon drum and fill with water. He is 86 now and in hospice. All kind of fond memories have been replaying through my mind the last couple of weeks.
Good memories
Dies give good memories. Had piloted a '77 Chrysler Tri-Hull with a 55 hp Chrysler engine and it was so nice guiding it on the bay off of Fayette harbor. It was my Uncle Ernie's boat.
And if you don’t have a 55 gallon drum, sometimes a resin trash can can suffice.
Make sure you check the water pump impeller, I didn't see it squirting water out like it should, they are usually rubber so sitting would make them rot out. Love the videos, I've been watching a long time, would love to see you wrench on an old international pickup!
First thing I would check for is water in the lower unit.
ya water pump needs replaced for sure, fresh gear oil, etc.
Came to comment the same thing, very likely needs an impeller
Used to be a tech. Also run a torch tip cleaner up little pisser hose. Wasp activity clogs hose
I know a feller knows about the water indicator line but I didn’t see him check it. Impeller is certainly shot.
It is heartwarming to se the smile on Bentlys face when you get that old motor running. I wish i´ve had a dad like you, when i grew up. I´m trying my best to do stuff like this with my kids, and learn them to apreciate the thing we have, and also learn them if you take old stuff and repair it, you will ha nice stuff that you can use. Also if we do it together, we will probably have a great time together and we will ha a fun memory. Keep up the good work Derek ! We love watching your videos. / E.P , Östergötland, Sweden.
In my shop class back in the day we had an ancient ignition system simulator that plugged into 110. It had a setup to mimic a distributor cap and rotor and you could control the speed and spark intensity. Of course is was from the days when safety wasn't a thing so it was all out in the open. We mainly used it to play jokes and shock the crap out of each other.... Yep good times.
redo transom on old gale
Probably a Sun distributor analyzer.
@@benztech2262 I actually a picture of one. Dyna Vision ignition simulator
Man this so cool!!! My first revival was a bass boat that was sitting for 10 years. Couldn’t have gotten her running without your videos. You’re awesome man!
That is awesome!
1990 bass cat with at 2 stroke 150 on the back. It absolutely screams.
Billy Jean is not my lover .😂
I used to think it said “at my door” when I was a kid so I know where your coming from 👍
Looks like you about to eat the tool box 😊
I spent a lot of time with my dad restoring old boats. They were the best years of my life. He gone now, and how I miss him!
Awesome to see you doing another boat Derek! My first restoration about 5 years ago was a boat, a 1985 Concord Mach II with a blown engine, holes in the hull, trashed interior etc. It was in such terrible shape that I honestly think I would have passed on it had it not been for your channel. However, seeing some of these old girls that you brought back to life inspired me to go for it and am I ever glad I did, turned out better than I could have imagined. Love the channel bud, keep up the great work.
Derek those old Johnsons are usually 2-stroke. Looks like the impeller needs replacement as the “pee” of the engine is weak. I usually run the motors out of a cut up drum to ensure that the water supply is more than sufficient. For the prop you might want to look at “Solas” for an OEM replacement. But its usually best to buy d prop when you know what pitch you need to match the hull so that its a buy once kind of scenario.
I have had several 70's Johnson outboards that never quit. They run forever.
If it runs, whatever you do, pull the leg off and put a new water pump impeller on, otherwise you will cook it , only a cheap small rubber thing, but makes a big difference to cooling. By the look of the speed holes in the cover, someone has already had overheating issues . Great to see you work with the boys again 😁
How cool is that. You've got a vintage car pulling a vintage boat and the same collar at that. It's doesn't get any better than that. Looks as though your boys are coming along just fine in helping out... great video 😀
I love your channel . The involvement of your entire family is awesome. I tell some of the younger guys at work who are also gear heads like me, that have kids to watch your channel. I tell them you are a great example of how a real Dad should be. You are truly inspirational. Thank You.
That boat is super cool, don't give up on it! I know replacing stringers and floors and a transom can be daunting, but how cool would that boat be when restored?! I helped my old boss restore an old '60's two seater speed boat years ago, the interior looked just like a mid-'60's Corvette!
My local builder's thrift store had this old 1960's or 1950's wooden speedboat dumped in their lot, I regret not asking if I could have it. It was in their trash pile. It looked like one of those old school racing boats that they did slalom races with on Lake Mead, they are really flat like a pancake and kind of shaped like a UFO. She was in awful shape, looked like termites had a snack on it for a bit, no motor, the hull had some kind of special plaque on the dashboard area but I didn't read it well enough to see what it was.
That’s one of the coolest things I’ve seen, pulling the old boat with the old car!! Love it!!
You DESERVE your beautiful family!! You're Raising those young men right!!
Boat revival, nice!! The revivals are my favorite. I know they’re expensive and take time, so thank you. 🍻🤙🏻
Glad you like them!
I love how you get your kids involved, and teach them to work with their hands. I work in the oil industry it's amazing to me the number of young men that don't know how to use tools and work with their hands. The world needs more people like you.
I Agree totally. 😊
It is either a 1960 or 1961 17' islander made by performer boat co. They went bankrupt in January 1962 and was purchased by US Fiberglass. Co. It originally came through sears roebuck with a johnson 40 engine.
Sir, I’m relying on my memories, not expertise. But that’s 60s to early 70s based upon the boat and the engine. Of course, it would have been made over many years. First restoration I did with my dad was an old boat. First engine I ever helped rebuild as well. Looking forward to this - thank you for all you do! ~ Chuck
Id say with all the styling its a 1957 premier design for ski towing of that era on back u will find the the hooks for the ropes
@@everettkoppen7527 Definitely could be late 50s. One thing is for sure, it looked perfect behind that 55 Chevy. I could imagine both brand new.
The outboard motor isn't original to the boat. The boat looks to be 60s era, while the motor is 80s.
It's a 1959 Performer Havoc.
Definitely early 80s outboard. The color and the very late 50s font. Wooden transom. Probably wouldn't see that on a boat from the 70s. Looks about the same vintage as the car.
Excellent content, your little fellas are growing up fast, every video they grow a foot. Nice to see old school values with your family.
When I joined the Army I grew another foot, so Mum send me 3 shoes.
My buddy and I redid my 1971 Alumicraft. It was a purple fiberglass ski boat we lovingly named Barney. You can replace the transom. Definitely takes some work but can be done. Then PL9000 adhesive secures 1/4” marine grade plywood extremely well to the floor. Those old boats look good on the water just like a classic car looks good rolling down the road. Don’t give up on it! She’s just waiting for someone to love her! 😁
I had a Johnson 70 like that. It was on a Lakeland boat. (The company that built truck caps). Might think about dropping the lower unit and checking out the rubber spider water pump dodad. It's probably dried out and cracked. I think you should consult the boys about the next boat.
My first revival was in 2016 and was a 1967 Larson 18 footer I brought back with my father in law and my brother. This video brings back some memories!
Wow. I had this same boat. 15' 10" with a Johnson 60 v quad. Wing tanks were long gone. Freshly painted darker blue and white. Got rid of the 60 after a few trips on San Diego bay. What a fuel pig. Cross flow dumps a lot of fuel out the exhaust. Swapped on a '86 evinrude 40 two stroke. 30 mph and one 6 gal tank to to fish the kelp beds. Bimini top added. It was so reliable. That 70 is a keeper. Mine was a 1960. Good luck!
Thank You Derek, you have made working in the shop fun again!
You are very welcome
I'd put the boat at around the very early '60s (I recognize the Ride Guide steering wheel). The engine looks newer than that, Johnsons in the early '60s had much differently shaped engine hoods than the hood on yours.
Seems like he is an Awesome Son that wants to learn all he can from his Dad! Apple doesnt fall far from the tree!! You Go Bentley !!❤
a hint from a long time outboard guy, start feeling for engine temp with your hand soon after startup. great video. Yeah, a great engine. Started as a 55 HP and went up from there. You should save that boat, it's worth it.
Starting the weekend out right!! Great vid. Funnily enough, My Gal grew up in none other than Bellflower CA. She was tickled to no end when she saw you point out the emblem of where the boat was made. Thank you Derek and the little humans you are responsible for.
Thanks!
I am sure a Million People said this already, but it looks like the pisser hose is clogged... I had the same Problem on my Boat... also my transom was just as bad and i hollowed it out with a chain saw then picked up some deep pour resin and poured me a new one! worked great!
Derek, you never fail to amaze me on projects. What's next, a diesel locomotive, Saturn 5 rocket?
This brings back memories of my Dad and I. We bought and old boat fixed it up. I really miss him we loved fishing . We liked to just get out there didn't matter if fish were biting or not.
May God bless all!
That's awesome 👌 its cool that the boys help out. You're a great dad letting them help with your projects
Neat little boat! Love how it matches that ‘55 Chevy. Sky blue always looks classy.
@Derek you have an early 1970's Performer "Islander series" boat. on the right (starboard) side stern; there should be a series of numbers stamped into the hull Identification Number, the last 2 digits will be the hull year. It might also be on a plate riveted to the transom it'll look like this ABC (manufacture code) 12345 (Hull Identification number) 1234 (Hull year of manufacture) First 2 numbers are the month, last 2 are the year. 37:36 the black rubber hose coming from the head, to the back of the engine is your water line, from the impeller, and its not spitting water, which means the impeller is either FUBAR< ot there is blockage.
I didn't dig too deep on research, but found an Islander Performer boat for sale that looked a lot like that. It was billed as a 1979 model, but agree that it has a 1960s appearance. I imagine the company was building them for years with little changes. Heck, if it floats, what can you improve on. As many others have said, you are doing a great job with the boys. Teaching a kid how to use their hands to handle tools is a lot better than having them use them for pushing buttons on a mindless game.
I’ll never forget watching you and your brother with the boat revival and fishing. Such a great episode 🎉
I remember that episode as well.😄
Great boat project you got yourself into, but your tow rig , she must be the twin sister of mine, ´55 210 4dr /235/3 on the tree with OD, same color and since I put a hitch on it´s not only been hauling me, but family and /or a trailer filled with car parts since 2015 and more than 80000 miles. She´s referred to as "Granny" within our family cause she ´s just so cozy, humble, nice and quiet as a Grandma would be (and just as slow moving hahahaha). Thanks for doing what you´re doing , you are a huge role model for being a good person , a good dad, just a great feller. Thanks for that!
I would love to you completely redo the entire boat and make it look like it did when it was new.
I used to say, people would watch Derrick mow grass. Then, came Vice grip lodge! Great job, Derrick! You've, got what it takes!😀 I'm, happy for you!
There’s a thermostat internally that opens once heated. It opens and heated water flows right above the cavitation plate. Stick a paper clip wire in the pee hole to dislodge dirt dobber debris and should start flowing. But water pump needs replacing anyway.Looks like you got a good motor. Get a better cowl without holes and maybe update to a power trim and tilt. Those are good boys. Pontoon swap is easy, rebuilding transom and stringers a core, but cool.
I love the fact you include your sons and teach them about this stuff. Glad it runs. I think the boat would be a fresh water titanic. Great video
hi derek just a question aint there a water spout out the side at the top as a telltale to make sure water pup is pumping ?? keep up the great content man
Yep, you can see the hose that runs from the lower side of the block under the lowest cylinder around to the right side. And I did not see any water either.
I love that Bentley is right there every time it’s just about spending quality time with dad and dad teaching him everything he can as far as the boat goes. If I were you, I would strip out the inside of that boat and the transom and redo it, really not that hard to do as long as the fiberglass is in good shape Would be a great boat for the boys.
Great content, as always, Derrick. More father/son projects are great. You have a wonderful family and I like seeing family involvement. Blessings y’all.
It's great to see your boys on the job with you! Make sure to tell them we recognize and applaud them for their work!
I totally agree.
Mini vice grippers.
@@vinnieleader not mini, just needle nose ;)
Derek, send the boat out for a new floor, stringers and transom. You can buy a pontoon boat and be just like every other middle age dad on the lake, or you can be Vice Grip Garage Cool in a restored 1960 Performer Islander! These old boat get scrapped to often. It doesn’t take much to fix them.
Finally a boat video! :D
Thank you Mr. Derek for all the entertainment through the years!
It's actually the second boat video ;)
You know when I was a kid I thought he said “Billy Jeans at my door”
Billy Jean is not my lover.😂
It's painted red, the stripe was white
It was eighteen feet, from the bow to stern light
Secondhand, from a dealer in Atlanta
I rode up with daddy, when he went there to get her
Put on a shine, put on a motor
Built out of love, made for the water
Ran her for years, 'til the transom got rotten
A piece of my childhood, will never be forgoten
It was, just an old plywood boat
A '75 Johnson with electric choke
A young boy two hands on the wheel
I can't replace the way it made me feel
And I would turn her sharp
And I would make it whine
He'd say, You can't beat the way an old wood boat rides…
I had one just like it but 14'. It served me great. I had a 1969 Merc 20 horse 2-stroke on the back. Seemed good in the Puget Sound. I dumped oil in the cylinders 18 years ago and stored it in Oregon. It will run. The boat looks just like yours. It was '67 ish I think. When I moved out of USA I sold the boat and trailer to a friend for a dollar. But the engine is still in storage in Oregon.
Thanks for hard work. You never disappoint.
I appreciate that!
Don't forget Bentley, little fellas a chip off the old block..
VGG's next generation is looking good...
Just what i needed. Feel like crap today. Thank you Vgg!!!
Feel better soon
@@ViceGripGarage will do!! Been fighting walking pneumonia for about three months now. 🤦🏻
@@kevincarlson-ii1zz Wow that's rough. Take care and get well soon.
@kevincarlson-ii1zz Take yourself to the Dr's and get a chest x-ray and probably some antibiotics, my friend! Many years as a Paramedic and a p-monia surviver!!
It's Friday cheer up
always make sure you polish those carbs before every season. especially multi cylinder two stroke. by the time you reallize a carb is plugged it will spit alum powder out the exhaust and the corrisponding pistons are melted
My dad always told me the best days of owning a boat are the day you buy it and the day you sell it 🤣
I love when you come out with a video Friday evening just when I thought it was going to turn out to be a boring night❤😂😂
Derek, word to the wise, best check out to make sure the impeller in the water pump is working, because the engine is supposed to be spitting water out whilst running and it doesn't look like it was.
Very cool guys I love seeing a outboard getting saved from the scrap yard 😊
The year of the boat is determined by the last 2 digits of the hull I.D # which is usually located on the top starboard side of the transom or on a day boat like this on the coastguard certification plate somewhere in the boat usually in the bow. Also if you reseal the gearcase be sure to pressure test it between 12-15 PSI and when running make sure there is a thin water steam (tell-tail) coming from the back of the engine
All boats manufactured or imported on or after November 1, 1972 must bear a HIN boat hull number. Just a wild guess but I think this may be older than that. Certainly would work on a newer boat or to confirm this one is older.
I could be wrong but I don't think a lot of the older engines had tell-tails. My old 50hp Johnson didn't at least. I think it started to be a lot more common in the late 80's early 90's
@@Lauterec this one has a tell tale, in some shots you can see the hose and fitting are coming off the exhaust housing. Could be a crapped out pump, could be a bug in the hose.... both are probable.....
@@Lauterec Certain outboards from the time of the hull didnt, but with this outboard being a 1980 it definitely should have a tell tail. It should also have water coming from the two exhaust ports under the powerhead as well as the exhaust on the lower unit and from the center of the prop. @tbirdracefan most likely to confirm its older lol. looks early 60's. This video got me extremely excited as I'm a marine mechanic by trade. Made my day seeing Derek work on a boat
I’m a mechanic in New Zealand I love watching your videos as most of your methods are a dying art. Appreciate you brother 👌🏻
Your choice in tow vehicle is spot on. Carry on
The coolest thing I've seen in a minute. Old school is pulling a boat. How you keep coming up with new ideas to entertain us is amazing 👏 thank you
Nothing like an afternoon hanging out with dad and tinkering on the boat. Wonderful!
Who else remembers the old boat episode with Derek and Chris? Those old episodes are gold!
Whaddayamean OLD? Surely that was last year. Or maybe it's me that's old. Yeah, probably that.
@@professornuke7562 It was like 3 yrs ago lol
@@JonnyKickdrumz1 so that's where all this grey hair came from. Well, shoot!
Love these videos, thank you Derek.
Glad you like them!
there is a product that 3M makes that you fill the transom with. I think it's called 5100.
You route out the transom and fill it with it. It will be the toughest part of the entire boat
also, the boat VIN is located on the outer starboard corner of the transom. It is embossed into the glass in order to see it. You'll probably have to remove that makeshift transom brace.
I think this is your first revival where the brakes worked just as good as they did when she rolled off the assembly line! :)
It has no brakes
@@Jack1366gtoum...that's the joke
The smile on bens face when that motor ran was priceless 😀
I got my hands on a '71 Evinrude with the electronic shift off a salvaged saltwater boat. After some research it was a two year production run and surprisingly enough that lower unit is impossible to find parts for. After more investigation it had no compression after I got it freed up. I got lucky when a guy showed up to buy it and offered $125 because I had the throttle/gear selector and the decorative plate. The motor was scrap, but he was restoring an old boat and wanted those parts that literally cannot be found anymore. He was super excited over that little plastic plate and it worked out well for both of us. My point is the guys that do revivals for a living have way more luck than I do getting stuff going. It must be a seventh sense. Currently working on a 98' Ski Nautique with the Pro Boss GT-40 for a friend that got run over by a yacht. We still have glasswork to do but it'll hold water probably so we're trying to get to the lake before the season ends. Waiting on a prop, strut bushing, and packing and we might have a chance.
Another enjoyable video from VGG. Especially seeing the boys working alongside dad. These kids are growing up right and learning what most kids don't. I taught myself how to work on vehicles and my dad taught me carpentry, plumbing, and a tiny bit of household electrical. This is great stuff to see.
A boat is like a "free" puppy!
There's NOTHING free about it!
Keep up the great work!
We love your videos!
Totally awesome to switch it up on the fellers and fellets! Totally water worthy APPOVED✔️! Good going to pond rig for sure!!😊 Derek I’m sure all the fans would like to see you on skeees and some TAN LINES! Give what the fan want! LOL! Bring the thunder! @vicegripgarage
Them old Johnson / Evinrudes are almost impossible to kill completely. The impeller and seals in the lower end are likely shot to hell. I’d do that, rebuild the carbs and pop off the flywheel and change the coils because the wires are probably all rotted, but then you’d have a good old motor that will last for a while. Good find.
2 best days of owning a boat. The day you buy it and the day you sell it!
Well, for me it was probably when I was floating around in the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay watching a meteor shower and a couple of Right wales circled around me for a while. A little later a military RIB flew past me running very fast and completely dark. On the way back to the marina, a dolphin followed right next to me most of the way in. That was a pretty good one. Come to think of it, I've had a LOT of really good days (and nights) on my boat. Maybe you're just doing it wrong. 😉
Dad bought one, those old 70's had an issue where they would lose power when cruizing. It turned out that the short ;iece of fuel line inside the cowl, between the cowl and fuel pump would colapse and suck flat shutting of the fuel. They fixed the problem later by installing a spring in the line, that prevented it from sucking flat. I am sure that they probably installed a stiffer fuel line later.
A boat is like a pool, you don't want to own one but want to know someone who does!
True and I’ve owned both… The two happiest days of a boat owners life… the day he buys it…. And the day he sells it
Would be awesome if you and your family would do a boat rebuild. That boat definitely needs a second life. It's still an old hotrod just runs on water lol
Cool looking jumping spider at 20:00, it's helping with those little ants and insects. Very beneficial to have around and completely harmless.
I love your videos u got me into restoring cars
Awesome