Lucky and Perfect. 10 Meter

**old377guy** · 01-18-2013 03:55 PM

Jim,
If there's any remotely serviceable steering items that you'd be willing to part with cheap let me know by PM, thanks
Jeff

**MOBILEMERCMAN** · 01-18-2013 04:30 PM

Until I get my stuff back I can make no promises. At present my top plates are in great shape, all bolt kits are in good shape and complete. The rod end rotating balls for my tie bar are cracked and need replacement. I have one old style rear plate but, have no match. I can buy a pair of new style rear plates and get the clevis joints and new bar I desire or more simply replace my existing rod ends and save some money.. I have not yet come to a conclusion.

I will keep you posted.

**old377guy** · 01-18-2013 06:59 PM

Thanks Jim

**old377guy** · 02-18-2013 09:25 PM

How's the project coming along?

**MOBILEMERCMAN** · 02-19-2013 09:22 PM

No progress on boat. Been busy with her home. Brought the service in under ground and 200 amp panel installed. Next on the list is installing lights, switches and outlets. Working on finishing the table side. In the process of framing in a storage/ utility closet and half bath, drywall, and peg board walls, need ready for counters and cabinets.

Also numerous projects outside. Mostly landscaping including enlarging the pond.

My busy season is approaching fast.

**old377guy** · 02-19-2013 09:28 PM

Wow, a busy young lad you are.

**MOBILEMERCMAN** · 02-19-2013 09:50 PM

My son of 25 is a young lad. I am getting old fast. Just had a stress test last week. Need to exercise. Just read my Yahoo horoscope for today:

Capricorn
12/22-1/19

You can't seem to get focused on any one person or project -- so don't bother forcing it! Your energy is best spread around, so make sure that everything that catches your eye gets some love.

Seems like the story of my life.

**Ratickle** · 02-20-2013 08:53 PM

Originally Posted by MOBILEMERCMAN

make sure that everything that catches your eye gets some love.

That could get you in trouble!!!!

**MOBILEMERCMAN** · 02-20-2013 09:35 PM

Makes a great business plan.

I show all the boats I work on lots of love.

**Offshore Ginger** · 02-20-2013 09:47 PM

Originally Posted by MOBILEMERCMAN

Makes a great business plan.

I show all the boats I work on lots of love.

Ha Ha Ha ..........really , and have you ever slept with them .......................?

**MOBILEMERCMAN** · 02-20-2013 09:49 PM

I get all in them and all over them while I cover them with sweat.

**old377guy** · 02-20-2013 11:43 PM

HA

**Ratickle** · 02-21-2013 10:34 PM

**MOBILEMERCMAN** · 03-17-2013 09:33 PM

Heads are out getting work. New springs, exhaust valves and what ever else needed. Steering due back soon. Hope to start glass work soon.

No picture necessary.

**Ratickle** · 03-18-2013 08:36 PM

Any water in the lake????

**MOBILEMERCMAN** · 01-01-2015 08:49 PM

A long time has passed. Engines are together, have been run and are bagged and waiting. Steering was returned from Latham long ago. Cylinders reconditioned, new hoses and fittings, new rear plates and bolt kits. All still boxed. Picked up a a pair of drives and another pair of props. The set now includes a pair of 23,24, and 25 Mirages along with the 26 Hydromotives that came with her. Transom is filled, stringers repaired and getting final touches to prepare engine box for paint and outside transom paint scheduled in the coming weeks. Trannies crated and on their way for rebuilds. The end is almost in sight.