Float testing restoration without complete reassembly

[seikeinlemming]

I am in the process of rebuilding (new deck, engine compartment etc) an 18' bow rider. The engine runs on land, but I would like to float test the boat and run at a no-wake speed in a lake environment. My question is, does anyone know if I am required to reassemble the engine compartment before putting it on the water for legal reasons? The pieces are all cut, but I was hoping to not have to put it all together yet just to get it on the water and make sure there are no leaks. I will be doing this in the state of Pennsylvania if that makes any difference.

Thanks for any insight you may have!

 

[Cadwelder]

Re: Float testing restoration without complete reassembly

Call the local authorities to make sure, but I can't see where the engine covers off would be a problem for a test run.

 

[oops!]

Re: Float testing restoration without complete reassembly

im in canada.....our laws are different....you can run any boat any way you want.....but you are not allowed pedestal seats


just make sure you have all the necceasy goodies on board......pfd/s oars...bailing bucket...fire extinguishers....ect