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Completed FS17
Posted: Thu Nov 13, 2008 10:26 am
by tech_support
I received pictures of a completed FS17 built in Crystal River area of FL.
Finish is first rate. Paint is sterling, all the supplies came from us. Hopefully the builder will chime in a share more on his build.
ENGINE IS MORE THAN WE RECOMMEND
Here is a link to the gallery of 40 images
http://gallery.bateau2.com/thumbnails.php?album=914
Posted: Thu Nov 13, 2008 10:51 am
by Knottybuoyz
Very nice looking boat indeed. Needs a T-top maybe. Performance must be good with that much HP.
Posted: Thu Nov 13, 2008 10:56 am
by donk
Another beautiful boat from out of nowhere. He sure did a nice job. Get on board and take some well deserved bows!!
don
Posted: Thu Nov 13, 2008 11:21 am
by jgroves
Great looking boat. I love being supprised with a new boat built! Please tell the builder he/she should do some braggin' so we can get performance numbers with the 60.
Posted: Thu Nov 13, 2008 11:24 am
by Spokaloo
eek.... following seas with that much engine.....
E
Posted: Thu Nov 13, 2008 12:47 pm
by KRE
Thanks for all of the complements. The proof of the build will be this weekend. I hope to have the rub rail installed and the Fl regestration by then. Let's hope the waterline is somewhere below the new rubrail!
I'm also a little concerned about the remaining freeboard aft with the larger engine. I kinda used jgroves FS17 as a mobel. He didnt appear to have any issue with the weight of his Honda. The Yamaha weighs about 32 pounds more. I just hope the 19 gallons of fuel weight in the bow will compensate for it.
Posted: Thu Nov 13, 2008 12:56 pm
by jgroves
KRE,
Certainly a beautiful boat! I think you will be fine with the 60's 32 extra pounds. I like the additions to the motorwell and the bow. Make sure you post some info and PICTURES once you get her on the water! Very exciting time. Congrats.
Posted: Thu Nov 13, 2008 2:24 pm
by TomW
Pretty boat KRE. Any idea of hull weight. Look forward to your numbers and handling when you get on the water. Since your in CR guess you'll have to bring her to the Meeting in April.
Tom
Posted: Thu Nov 13, 2008 3:26 pm
by topwater
nice job
there are some very nice details on youre boat.
Posted: Thu Nov 13, 2008 3:30 pm
by Lower
Beautiful job KRE! Very nice boat...you should be proud.
I think the part I love best about seeing new boats built is how the builder modifies the boat to his/her particular needs. You don't really see too many identical boats. These FS17's are sure a great example. Jeremy's vs KRE's vs. Steve's high sides vs. Joels low sheer etc.
Again...very nice boat!