Got carried away today, SSLXI Interior Rehab

[RTS]

My SSLXI is in storage, so I can't be 100% sure, but I think your trunk latch is mounted 180 degrees 'backwards'. If you put the threaded rod towards the rear of the trunk, I think the latch will hook the catch from the side. Does that make any sense?

And thanks for posting such a detailed description of this project. You are going to have one sweet boat when you are done.

EDIT: Nevermind. If what I thought was correct, it would preclude the handle from being able to spin 360 degrees, which I am pretty sure mine does.

Edited February 3, 2013 by RTS

[Bozboat]

My SSLXI is in storage, so I can't be 100% sure, but I think your trunk latch is mounted 180 degrees 'backwards'. If you put the threaded rod towards the rear of the trunk, I think the latch will hook the catch from the side. Does that make any sense?

And thanks for posting such a detailed description of this project. You are going to have one sweet boat when you are done.

EDIT: Nevermind. If what I thought was correct, it would preclude the handle from being able to spin 360 degrees, which I am pretty sure mine does.

It's possible the latch is installed wrong, I will look. It's also possible that the trunk lid should mounted a half inch closer to the couch seat back or I have the wrong latch. Chee put the latch hole in so that must be right.

[shawndoggy]

This is going to be the boat that your grandchildren argue over after you go... Take lots of pics and put them in a shoebox for the family to ponder 40 years from now. Bonus points for family members in the shots.

[Bozboat]

Installed the starboard side trim panels today

Still have bow, observer seat door and bolster, and doghouse to do.

[Steve B.]

That is gorgeous work boz !

Steve B.

[REW]

That looks wonderful,

[Bozboat]

That is gorgeous work boz !

Steve B.

That looks wonderful,

Thanks, it's coming together nicely.

[jk13]

Nicely chosen spot for that perforated vinyl Boz. Really, really classy and goes with the new carpet perfectly.

Edited February 18, 2013 by jk13

[martinarcher]

Looking fantastic. I love the DIY project threads.......favorite part of the crew for me.

[Bozboat]

During the crew outage, I picked up the last load of interior pieces

and a few shots of what I think maybe a 58 Buick

with gun sights on each fender

and a trunk that would make any mobster happy

[martinarcher]

Looking awesome man!! No it will really start looking like a new boat!!

[Levi900RR]

NICE!

[Michigan boarder]

VERY nice!

I need my football back.

[Slayer]

Beautiful! Not only do you have what is arguably one of the best bu's ever, but it's going to look new!!

[Bozboat]

Thanks for the ups, I am happy with way it's coming together

[jetskipro550]

Your boat is looking great! Beautiful looking interior. Looks so new I bet it has that new boat smell

[Steve B.]

Oh, I think that car may be some kind of hybrid, called a Malibuick !

Steve B.

[Bozboat]

Oh, I think that car may be some kind of hybrid, called a Malibuick !

Steve B.

The Malibuick was enormous, it was all I could do to walk away from that project .

[shawndoggy]

Oh, I think that car may be some kind of hybrid, called a Malibuick !

Steve B.

The Malibuick was enormous, it was all I could do to walk away from that project .

I'm pretty sure you could fit your boat in the trunk of that car!

[ADDICTED2WAKE]

Impressive

[Bozboat]

Put the bow back in today. I have been using some ratcheting box wrenches, much easier than a socket when reaching up under or back behind.

Edited February 24, 2013 by Bozboat

[nemalibu]

Wow! That looks brand new.

You are really a craftsman.

[Bozboat]

Wow! That looks brand new.

You are really a craftsman.

Thanks, but I am hardly the craftsman. Chee did the skins and I had professional help putting the skins on the panels and cushions, but I am developing my skills as a take apart and put back together engineer.

Edited February 24, 2013 by Bozboat

[Rmattajr]

Nice!

[REW]

Well done. You have me convienced that mine will be redone in the next couple of winters. Already planing out the upgrades while the interior is out.