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    1987 Islander

    Very nice! Looks to be just about the same year - 1987, what is your starting condition and plans?
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    1987 Islander

    Everyone needs to be comfortable with their purchase especially if they are the ones paying for it... Best of luck finding what works for you!
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    1987 Islander

    DLN: Not sure what your hesitation is, honestly I wouldn't hesitate if it's Mercruiser four-banger. Like I said previously, doubt I'll ever need the additional power of the 4.3. I had a 190 in a 22' sport boat for many years. Easily got 35 knots with four adults and pulled many a skier. Best...
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    1987 Islander

    LOL...
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    1987 Islander

    My only requirement for a project boat - tin can. So much easier to rehab and tow. If I was shopping for a turnkey, I would most likely seek out a center console 24-26’ with a couple 125’s on the back. But for the price I paid for what I got - I would never even consider bringing a fiberglass...
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    1987 Islander

    Haven't decided if I'm just going to touch up the faded blue and call it good or change things around a little. Have been looking at a couple of color change options.
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    1987 Islander

    I intend on moving the main and aux. batteries forward for sure and will most likely add trim tabs as the wife can get a little nervous. I also plan on mounting the 9.9 on the port side to help balance my weight and keep it easy to view with the transducers on the starboard side to help reduce...
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    1987 Islander

    Yes, it's the 221V. I wouldn't be jealous about having a four-banger... These boats are so light that you really don't need much HP to push them around. I'm sure I will never operate above what you're capable of. What are your thoughts about the boat being a little light in the bow and...
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    1987 Islander

    Thanks
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    1987 Islander

    Thanks for the welcome. The boat is a 1987, 4.3l I/O need a complete rehab. I intend as mentioned above to gut and rebuild to former glory of a Lake Ontario Salmon Catcher...
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    1987 Islander

    No worries... Hopefully, when I need help it won't be so quiet. The boat literally sat in a cow field since 2007. The Interior wood is toast and the motor has set up, but the overall condition seems to be good if you can appreciate that logic. Someone put a full camper top on it and obviously...
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    1987 Islander

    Well, thank you... Started actively working on the project this past weekend. Have about 20 hours into the dismantle and expect to double that before I am down to tin. I have compiled a fairly detailed list of "stuff" to get and realize the cost and labor ahead. I'm budgeting 5-10 hrs a week...
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    1987 Islander

    Another Islander... I picked up this Islander last year, needs a full restoration. Seems like this is a great place to seek help and guidance!
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