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Im putting this here because after looking at my pics on the computer vs. the phone I thought Id see if those allen bolt covers were still available, turns out they are! Im not sure I really want to go all out and buy new stuff but I have a bunch from the original install and I think its period...

I have worked on that boat and trailer and have tools in town, cherry picker, floor jacks and jack stands. I know where there's a fork lift and A frame as well, those are a little harder to transport though. If you want a hand getting it on to Danny dp70's dolly I will help

Well, one down! I have the other side all marked up to drill, I'll probably do that tonight. I ended up making these brackets level with the stringers and motor rails. If I feel that I need some forward angle to the driver's seat I can make another set of brackets. I'm trying not to add a...

Yup, that's the 1! That hull and Speedy's are the same I'd bet. Maybe not weight and set up, but they came out of the same mold.

Yes, it's a runner bottom. HIN #'s weren't required until '73 and I believe that your hull is a year or 2 earlier than that, you probably won't find any numbers on the hull. My '71 doesn't have any numbers that I have ever found. My newest boat is an '81 and that HIN is clear as day And yes, I...

You're not going to find the drop chines at the transom like my boat. This one stops at the plate because the plate runs the full width of the hull.

It's definitely an early Hondo runner. It's also a straight deck so likely it's a pre '73 hull. The transom is one level plate but there is a relief behind the strut that accepts the center blast plate that will hang lower than the runners. These hulls didn't have full length outer chines, they...

@Speedyzee I'll get you some pics when the sun comes back out tomorrow, I need to uncover the boat after today's rain anyways. For now, here's a pic of my plates And a link to my project https://www.riverdavesplace.com/forums/threads/81-hondo-runner-bottom-flat-loose.209075/

Thats defiantly the plate that you need! If it were mine, I would machine the cav rod to accept at least the 3 turnbuckles that are there, or make a new plate with 4. I find it hard to believe that it was set up as a fixed plate but it appears that it could be the case with all the holes...

I got tired of opening your pics lol

Im going to say that you have an early Hondo runner bottom, like a '71-72 era. Yes it is missing some plate hardware. I can also tell that the bunks are in the wrong position on that trailer. The center plate is also the blast plate and will fill in that void above the prop. It should come...

what are the base dimensions?

I hadnt even considered that, but you're probably right! Adulting is hard for some in this group

Recently divorced and recently turned 40, I'll say it's the most odd time of life! I've often wondered if we should start an RDP singles thread lol Personally, I have zero desire to look into dating apps. Like I said, odd time to be alive and single

how about the dually?

Not anything huge to report, but I had my chop saw out for another project and decided to also do something for the Hondo. I had bought a metal blade with the intent of being able to easily cut my angle aluminum for some seat brackets and whatnot. The boat came with two sections of 3X5 angle and...

This copper highboy in the background was one of my favorites. The longer I looked around it the more details I saw, it was really impressive. Id like to see it with the top up, the decklid behind the seat opens and the doors have windows and weatherstripping in them. Pretty sure it had a...

I was looking at that the other day, its exactly what I would like if I could buy right now, timing just isnt right yet.....

@poncho Here is the thread where it was posted https://www.riverdavesplace.com/forums/threads/bad-ass-boat.273111/#post-4903014