1977 SEA RAY SR V220- pics online

[Spidybot]

Congrats! Nice vessel...<br /><br />You have the fortune of knowing someone who did one like it, before you. He is going to be your source of information if/when needed. <br /><br />The story is sad in more ways but the boat should survive. Seems you've set your mind for it and as you can from plenty fellow restorers' posts in the Project Boat forum, amazing results can be achieved.<br /><br />Keep us informed..<br /><br />PS! Can highly recommend a boat cover. Tailored or universal fit, those really help protecting your boat against the weather: Example<br />Shop around, there are several designs & prices - I found my 'Silver Polyester Boat Cover' at Cabelas, appearantly a type that can't be found at iBoats' cover-shop

 

[dkwalker]

Re: 1977 SEA RAY SR V220- pics online

Thanks for the good words. I'm please with the bargain I struck, while the lines and overall condition of the boat speak for themselves. My first step is going to be getting that carpet out of there, then taking the boat to the river and getting it wet. I want see just how well it does mechanically and of course experience the performance it offers.<br /><br /> All ready I've had comments that it looks fast... if fast was my objective, I'd chased down an 18-20 footer with the same engine.<br />This boat will move, but I bought it to be roomy and comfortable.<br /><br />After an outing or two just to enjoy it, I'll address the jobs that lie before me.<br /><br />I'm not taking the floor situation as a total overhaul. I have B+/A- carpentry skills so I can deal with spot problems.<br />The bigger headache in my mind is how to revamp that rear area from a Euro sundeck engine lid to a more familiar and usefull engine box and transom. Maybe some storage or even cooler compartments. This will be a general fun boat, but fishing is going to be a big part of that fun. That setup right now just stinks for any practical application, not to mention lost floor area. I want those corners free'd up, and an engine box that can be a seat, or at least some sort of quasi table surface with drink holders in the aft end of the boat.<br />Just getting that deck lid and bench arrangement out of there will lighten my load. That engine cover/settee pad is quite heavy. It's **** sturdy, but the whole concept is not where I plan to be with this boat.<br /><br />The Sunbrella top is going to offer full rain cover... also the boat will be in moorage most of the time, covered moorage as soon as a spot comes open for me.<br />I'll pull it now and then to work on it, but I mean to run it through out the winter months. <br />Also, in the cold damp of the NW, I've been told a tight cover often leads to mold and such in the boat. (shrug) I think that may be subject to debate. I'm hoping fresh air, regular use, keeping it clean and even disinfected will keep the mold spores and fungus at bay.

 

[dkwalker]

1977 SEA RAY SR V220- pics online

Took possession today. Pardon me, but I'm stoked.<br /><br />I took lots of pics- I tried to cover the detail. <br /><br />BTW- it trailers very nice. I-5 south out of Seattle was no problem. There was a lot of damp and leafy debris <br />so the two hour trip in 65 degree weather helped a lot. 90% of the debris is gone and much of the damp cleared up. <br /><br />The floor left of center and just outside the cuudy is definitely hosed. Once I get that nasty carpet up, I'll know more, but it seems to be very localized.<br /><br />I pick it up Monday evening- with the new Sunbrella top. More pics to follow.<br /><br />These pics very dialup freindly, but beware- geocities does weird stuff if you're not java enabled.<br /> http://www.geocities.com/dkwalker/boat2/page1.html

 

[Spidybot]

Re: 1977 SEA RAY SR V220- pics online

I'm mostly for keeping original - as far as it goes. I'd suggest you check the different Sea Ray internal layouts and aim for something that gets close.<br /><br />The cover in my case is a universal fit - which isn't completely tight allover. It follows the wind to some extent hence breathes in and out. Another solution would be to fit vents made for it. <br /><br />I used to leave it out with the Sunbrella cover that covered the cockpit and windows but left the deck out. Must say the full cover is way better. Getting it out in the spring is so much easier now, cleaning and polishing the deck is no worry at all.<br /><br />Remember to winterize the powerplant and drive if out of use for some time, those items are no fun ($$) to repair/replace (especially not if it could have been avoided).

 

[Texan_Ron]

Re: 1977 SEA RAY SR V220- pics online

Glad for ya DK looks like we both have a bit of work but like that saying it's paid for lock stock and barrel huh do as we have and want to the weater dipped into the mid 50's this weekend and the weater man says will be really cool this week so may not get much done this week keep me informed how your 220 is coming along ( fyi texas Is going state on j-card now )

 

[bubbakat]

Re: 1977 SEA RAY SR V220- pics online

I wish I could find me a project like that. From the grin on your face I would venture to say she will look better the ever in a few months.<br /> I am with you on,checking out the mechanics first and air that momma out and proceed from there.<br /> Keep us posted. For one of these days,I will indeed run across me a cuddy restor project.<br /> Good luck to yea.

 

[dkwalker]

Re: 1977 SEA RAY SR V220- pics online

hey, Katt/Tennessee... boattraderonline.com (boat trader magazine online) is the place to look. Use their search engine - it lets you search regionally, you pick size, brand, price... and type in key word "cuddy".<br /><br />I don't know much 'bout Tennessee but I'd search the Atlantic coast region closest to me (more boats on the coast) or perhaps along the Mississippi corridor.<br /><br />They also show up on Ebay, but you're subject to geographic limitations.<br /><br />For my part, my boat is as much of a project as I'd care to take on. It needs some TLC but is usefull as is. There are others in my region that are much further along the road to distress.