15 year old boat

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15 year old boat

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My XF20 is about to turn 15. She’s a little rough around the edges but is still very seaworthy. No regrets with building a plywood boat …
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Re: 15 year old boat

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You going to bring her back to new?
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Great to hear from you AA!!! I hope you and the family are doing well!!! Jeff

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Won’t be too difficult. The hull, stringers and deck are sound. Need cosmetics on the topside, a little wiring upgrade and a new ptt motor on the outboard.
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Yes Jeff, doing well. Hanging out and fishing in Whitewater Bay for a week..,
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Re: 15 year old boat

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Based on the last time I saw that boat calling it a little rough is being way harsh. I spent a lot of time looking it over and failed to find a flaw.

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Her girlfriend Clara is jealous of that picture. Enjoy brother!
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Good to hear from you AA, sounds like it won't take much to take her back to new, just time and some money. :lol: Those Yamaha's just keep on ticking don't they.

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I hope you catch some fish AA!! Good luck!! Jeff

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Hello Richard-good luck, would love to have you post more. I need to get going on the door jambs you told me about.
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