Tomahawk Ski-Mate

Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 11 months ago #109159

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This weekend we bought what we believe is a '60 or 61 Tomahawk Ski-Mate. The fiberglass seems to be in good shape, but that's about all there is to her. We're hoping to do a quick fix up and have her in the lake by mid June. We've already gathered a lot of good info from this forum. Wish us luck.

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Re: Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 11 months ago #109162

HandyAndy Offline Moderator Posts: 1107 Karma: 102 Thank you received: 12	Congratulations and best of luck on your project! Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 10 months ago #110407

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My son and I are itching to get going on this, but we've had to wait on title work. In the mean time we're at least making a little progress on prep work. Last night I ordered tires for the trailer, and thanks to MarkS we have fenders and trailer brackets coming. Today we stopped by a local clearance store just to see what they had and we found a random orbit sander for $10, and an outdoor carpet remnant big enough to do the entire boat floor for another $10. I like bargains.

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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 10 months ago #110423

MarkS Offline Moderator Posts: 5348 Karma: 118 Thank you received: 5	Your trailer parts should go out Thursday or Friday Dave, I'll drop you an email to let you know when they ship. Nice score on the sander and the carpet, "frugal shopper of the week" award goes to you! Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 10 months ago #110468

VintageDave Topic Author Offline Senior Boarder Posts: 212 Karma: 3 Thank you received: 0	Thanks Mark, I'm sure glad you decided to save the trailer hardware. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 10 months ago #110862

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So, after four weeks of paperwork and phone calls I took the Ski-Mate to Division of Watercraft for a title inspection. Turns out I don't need a title, they measured it 2" short of the length requiring a title. Still a worthwhile trip, they're mailing new hull ID numbers so I can get it registered.

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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 8 months ago #112969

VintageDave Topic Author Offline Senior Boarder Posts: 212 Karma: 3 Thank you received: 0	Making progress on our Ski-Mate. The white house paint that the PO had coated it with was a bear to get off, otherwise it's gone smoothly. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 8 months ago #112970

VintageDave Topic Author Offline Senior Boarder Posts: 212 Karma: 3 Thank you received: 0	Making progress on our Ski-Mate. The white house paint that the PO had coated it with was a bear to get off, otherwise it's gone smoothly. Attachments: Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 8 months ago #112972

VintageDave Topic Author Offline Senior Boarder Posts: 212 Karma: 3 Thank you received: 0	Doing roll and tip with Rustoleum Topcoat. First coat was drying to fast. Added a little thinner to the second coat and it smoothed out much better. Attachments: Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 8 months ago #112978

satx78247 Offline Contributing Member Posts: 2688 Karma: 66 Thank you received: 3	VintageDave, PURTY that is. yours, satx Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 8 months ago #113043

badger bob Offline Junior Boarder Posts: 99 Karma: 8 Thank you received: 2	Dave that look nice your doing a good job. your steering wheel looks like the one that was on my span America you can do wonders with a little paint and bondo. good luck and keep us up on you work. Bob Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 8 months ago #113072

VintageDave Topic Author Offline Senior Boarder Posts: 212 Karma: 3 Thank you received: 0	We probably should have spent more time on surface prep, but getting it in the water before summer ends trumped having a show quality finish. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 8 months ago #113133

Waterwings Offline Contributing Member Posts: 4885 Karma: 107 Thank you received: 99	Looks great Dave she's coming along nicely. Bob Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 8 months ago #113425

VintageDave Topic Author Offline Senior Boarder Posts: 212 Karma: 3 Thank you received: 0	Trial fit of the back seat. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 8 months ago #113426

VintageDave Topic Author Offline Senior Boarder Posts: 212 Karma: 3 Thank you received: 0	Trial fit of the back seat. Attachments: Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 6 months ago #115164

VintageDave Topic Author Offline Senior Boarder Posts: 212 Karma: 3 Thank you received: 0	Finally got her in the water! Attachments: Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 6 months ago #115165

VintageDave Topic Author Offline Senior Boarder Posts: 212 Karma: 3 Thank you received: 0	49 Champion 7.9hp A little small but a start. Attachments: Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 6 months ago #115166

VintageDave Topic Author Offline Senior Boarder Posts: 212 Karma: 3 Thank you received: 0	Another view Attachments: Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 6 months ago #115167

VintageDave Topic Author Offline Senior Boarder Posts: 212 Karma: 3 Thank you received: 0	And with tow vehicle. Attachments: Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 6 months ago #115179

MarkS Offline Moderator Posts: 5348 Karma: 118 Thank you received: 5	Good goin' Dave, she looks great out on the water! I know where there is a nice '59 Johnson 35HP you could probably buy right!? www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/j-e-g-o-s-place/super-seahorse-35 Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 6 months ago #115198

VintageDave Topic Author Offline Senior Boarder Posts: 212 Karma: 3 Thank you received: 0	It's exactly what I'm looking for, Mark. But I have a feeling shipping is going to be a little more than it was for the roller brackets. I'll send you an email, I am curious. The roller brackets worked out great, thanks again. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 6 months ago #115214

Shelby18 Offline Contributing Member Posts: 436 Karma: 18 Thank you received: 0	Very nice combo. The boat looks fantastic! Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 6 months ago #115266

VintageDave Topic Author Offline Senior Boarder Posts: 212 Karma: 3 Thank you received: 0	Thanks, Rick. It made a great summer project for my son and I. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 6 months ago #115286

Eduardo Offline Expert Boarder Posts: 309 Karma: 35 Thank you received: 5	VintageDave wrote: Thanks, Rick. It made a great summer project for my son and I. Dave, even better that you did this very cool and nice project with your son. He'll remember this summer always. Eduardo Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 6 months ago #115330

VintageDave Topic Author Offline Senior Boarder Posts: 212 Karma: 3 Thank you received: 0	So will I. He's 16 and time is going way too fast. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 6 months ago #115331

VintageDave Topic Author Offline Senior Boarder Posts: 212 Karma: 3 Thank you received: 0	Picked up a 35hp Super Seahorse last night. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 6 months ago #115336

63 Sabre Offline Contributing Member Posts: 4676 Karma: 147 Thank you received: 167	Mark are you saying you still haven't done anything with that project? Sold the '58 super seahorse last month hanging on the '64 Lone Star. Cal Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 6 months ago #115337

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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 6 months ago #115338

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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 6 months ago #115344

73Crestliner Offline Senior Boarder Posts: 228 Karma: 9 Thank you received: 0	Really looking good. My 16 year old son has no interest in helping me work on my boat. I was hoping he would get the bug, but so far he hasn't. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 6 months ago #115366

MarkS Offline Moderator Posts: 5348 Karma: 118 Thank you received: 5	VintageDave wrote: Picked up a 35hp Super Seahorse last night. Glad to hear you found something closer Dave, great little motors IMHO. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 6 months ago #115367

MarkS Offline Moderator Posts: 5348 Karma: 118 Thank you received: 5	63 Sabre wrote: Mark are you saying you still haven't done anything with that project? Sold the '58 super seahorse last month hanging on the '64 Lone Star. Cal Not yet Cal, I'm ashamed to say! Everything is kinda on hold right now, don't want to clutter up this thread with my "issues". Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 6 months ago #115369

VintageDave Topic Author Offline Senior Boarder Posts: 212 Karma: 3 Thank you received: 0	Just wanted to say thanks to the members and moderators of this forum. This is our first boat and without all of the information and opinions that we've been able to gather here we would have been lost. Special thanks to MarkS. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 6 months ago #115372

MarkS Offline Moderator Posts: 5348 Karma: 118 Thank you received: 5	You're more than welcome Dave, glad to help! Having the gang here to help us out is what makes most of our projects possible. I know I'd have given up long ago without their support - the best in the business IMHO. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 5 months ago #116452

VintageDave Topic Author Offline Senior Boarder Posts: 212 Karma: 3 Thank you received: 0	Found a ShipMaster contoller on Ebay, bought new cables, tracked down a missing cable end. Getting everything connected, and hoping the weather holds for one run with the Johnson before we put it away for the winter. Attachments: Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 5 months ago #116517

VintageDave Topic Author Offline Senior Boarder Posts: 212 Karma: 3 Thank you received: 0	The weather was good enough today to try the Johnson. Ran pretty good for a little while, then the carb got a little cantakerous. Now the boat goes into storage and we spend the winter tuning up the motor. Attachments: Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 5 months ago #116549

Waterwings Offline Contributing Member Posts: 4885 Karma: 107 Thank you received: 99	Great Dave! Bob Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 5 months ago #116611

MarkS Offline Moderator Posts: 5348 Karma: 118 Thank you received: 5	She sure looks great on the water Dave, you should be proud. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 8 years 5 months ago #116614

VintageDave Topic Author Offline Senior Boarder Posts: 212 Karma: 3 Thank you received: 0	Thanks, Mark and Bob. She won't win any shows, but we're pleased with how far she's come. Hopefully, next summer will be all about enjoying the fruits of our labor. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:Tomahawk Ski-Mate 7 years 1 month ago #130469

MetallHed Offline Junior Boarder Posts: 64 Karma: 1 Thank you received: 2	How much paint did you use? I'm looking to use the same stuff for my spirit. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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