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2004 Triton TX-186 Intercoastal Restoration Project w/pics (COMPLETED)
Posted on 7/12/17 at 11:31 pm
Posted on 7/12/17 at 11:31 pm
I have decided to restore a rare Triton saltwater bass boat. This project will take me quite some time, but I will try to update with pics as I go if anyone is interested.
If no one cares, then I will update anyways
If no one cares, then I will update anyways
This post was edited on 1/25/19 at 8:03 pm
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Posted on 7/12/17 at 11:34 pm to ChexMix
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This project will take me quite some time
You can say that again.
I'll be following. Good luck
Posted on 7/12/17 at 11:52 pm to ChexMix
Are the bottom two pics after a good power wash? Looks a helluva lot better already.
Got an engine for it?
Got an engine for it?
Posted on 7/12/17 at 11:53 pm to SportTiger1
That's a good start.....
Posted on 7/12/17 at 11:53 pm to ChexMix
Good luck! You've got some work ahead of you.
Posted on 7/13/17 at 12:34 am to SportTiger1
quote:Havent purchased it yet, but have been doing some research on motors. The hull is rated for a 175 HP, but am considering going with a 115 or 150.
Got an engine for it?
Posted on 7/13/17 at 1:12 am to ChexMix
Going to be a badass project. Keep us updated!
Posted on 7/13/17 at 5:46 am to ChexMix
Time is a good substitute for money, Money is a good substitute for time.
Good luck
Good luck
Posted on 7/13/17 at 6:31 am to ChexMix
Good luck.
Contact Triton and let them know what you're doing. Maybe they can offer some advice or even some free stuff or at least some stuff discounted.
Contact Triton and let them know what you're doing. Maybe they can offer some advice or even some free stuff or at least some stuff discounted.
Posted on 7/13/17 at 6:41 am to ChexMix
Who were the previous owners?
Posted on 7/13/17 at 7:05 am to ChexMix
I don't think you will be happy with a 115.
Keep the pics coming. Cool thread.
Keep the pics coming. Cool thread.
Posted on 7/13/17 at 7:19 am to AlxTgr
quote:Agree with Alx. At least put it what it's rated for.
115
Love an intercoastal. Get after it OP. Ready for updated pics.
Posted on 7/13/17 at 7:20 am to ChexMix
Man that thing looks like its soggy on the inside. Hopefully being a "saltwater" boat they used composite in place of wood in some places. Good luck and take lots of pics.
Posted on 7/13/17 at 7:28 am to TheDrunkenTigah
Definitely have your work cut out for you, good luck! I love watching restoration/build threads looking forward to progress.
Posted on 7/13/17 at 7:48 am to ChexMix
Can't wait to see this project progress, boat already looks way better cleaned up.
And I'd also say dont go with the 115, it'll be way underpowered.
And I'd also say dont go with the 115, it'll be way underpowered.
Posted on 7/13/17 at 8:23 am to CootDisCootDat
quote:My Skeeter was rated for a 175, and I had a 150 EFI. It did fine. I think that jump from 115 is bigger.
At least put it what it's rated for.
Posted on 7/13/17 at 8:51 am to AlxTgr
I'd say 150hp minimum (but it's not my $)....
Posted on 7/13/17 at 9:46 am to Redlos
That's a fine boat. I'm guessing you got it for a steal in the shape it was in. If it's solid, a little fiber glass work and a new motor/steering will get you going.
Put me down as another vote for the 150.
115's are for 17 foot boats rated for 140 or 150 hp's.
Put me down as another vote for the 150.
115's are for 17 foot boats rated for 140 or 150 hp's.
Posted on 7/13/17 at 10:32 am to Clyde Tipton
quote:
I'm guessing you got it for a steal in the shape it was in.
I'm hoping it was free.
Posted on 7/13/17 at 10:40 am to Aubie Spr96
quote:
I'm hoping it was free.
The trailer and hull are worth something. I'd have given something for it if I was looking for a project.
If it was a "haul it off and it's free" situation, even better.
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