re: Boat restoration/refurb advice

you can definitely do it
all the rigging etc runs thru a chase under a removable panel centerline on the deck

Very easy to get to and replace
Also if yours is like mine the fuel tank sits on the rear deck under the seat... Easy to remove and clean

The rear cap and transom well comes right off as well

Serious about classicmako
Post your pix there and those guys will have you a materials list and a tutorial in an hour

Good luck!