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Recent content by rickvi

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    Where do I get a Transom Brace/Plate like the ones that often come on a Checkmate

    After searching and searching and searching I found a T&R TP30 open box. I'm waiting for that to arrive. Thanks for the tip on the rectangle piece, will do.
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    Where do I get a Transom Brace/Plate like the ones that often come on a Checkmate

    Hello Checkmate theusiasts, Does anyone know where I can purchase the Checkmate style transom bracket/plate, they come in two pieces and go over the transom. The back part covers a large part of the back of the boat. Thanks to anyone who knows where can get one.
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    Should Checkmate Design a Wakeboard boat?

    I kind of agree, I'd like to see something new from Checkmate here too. Offer something unique. You are never going to be a straight out wake boarding boat, but why not be an all around pretty fun boat, while maintaining some high performance. Not everyone is going to be a semi-pro...
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    Polishing plastic windshield

    Yup, what this guy said. With a wool bonnet. Will look brand new.
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    "Wanted" Checkmate Eluder Outboard Project < $1000

    Thanks for responding PM sent
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    "Wanted" Checkmate Eluder Outboard Project < $1000

    Hi Guys, I'm looking for a boat to restore. Really want an Eluder project. All conditions considered, priority to boats with decent gel and all parts included.
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    V-Mate I restore

    New Rub Rail We are having a hard time finding a nice replacement rub rail. Anyone have any ideas? We tried Taco, Eagle aluminum and RubRails.com Any other places I can try? We have aluminum 1 1/4 " high rub rail with a vinyl insert.
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    V-Mate I restore

    Update So last fall we tried to get a jump on the restoration of my V-Mate. We took the motor off and separated the boat. This spring we hope to put it all back together and we have been trying to get as much done as we can but it's not quite warm here in Ontario enough to do epoxy yet. We...
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    V-Mate I restore

    DropTop! Nothing but good memories of bombing though Muskoka. Ya that tank looks like exactly what i need. Battery box on one side and the trim pump on the other side. 14 Gallons? that sounds pretty good. Did you still have room for a bilge pump behind it?
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    V-Mate I restore

    Gas Tank Currently I have been using portable gas tanks and they are a huge pain. I was wondering if I could somehow install a internal tank now that I have it all apart. Does anyone have any experience in what tanks work best? I would be great if I could find a bow tank that would work...
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    V-Mate I restore

    Hey Guys So my V-Mate had to be redone. Floor was coming out and there was about a quarter inch play in the transom. Day one we took the motor off and separated the cap from the bottom. Today is day two and we removed the gunnels, bracing and transom. We just have to grind down the whole...
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    2016 Muskoka Checkmate Rally

    You in Canada??
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    Mercury Ride Guide Rack and Pinion Cable

    My brother just went to Seastar on his Exciter, what a great system and a great upgrade. What length are your cables? Do you know?
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    Mercury Ride Guide Rack and Pinion Cable

    Thanks for the replies everyone, people on this site are so helpful. That eBay ad came up after my request so it wasn't originally there. I ordered one cable and i will make sure its right before ordering more. It does say new from old stock, hopefully they are in good condition from just...
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    Mercury Ride Guide Rack and Pinion Cable

    This made me nervous... and with my fabrication skills, i'd be dead for sure when it comes apart @58mph brutal though, can't believe we can't get these parts.. i'd even be happy replacing the whole thing if i could keep my helm and steering wheel.
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