After I posted this I saw the other thread you have commented on and think your position makes better sense. Except that cruiserparts.net says they can get NEW 3F short blocks as opposed to an older 2F. I have an 85 FJ60 with a dead 2F. So I'm torn on going SBC or staying Toyota. Cost is a huge...
SCOOOOOOOOOORE!!!! Happy for you! It's in great shape. And for $150 you must have worn a ski mask. That should work for you and your son or just you by yourself.
The Grummans are very heavy but extremely long lasting with zero care plus cheap to buy used. The usual price for a used Grumman is about $500. The Grumman can be left outside in direct sun with no problem at all. I have the 17' and with another person, we can put it on the rooftop easily. I...
Australian tinnies are so COOL! I've looked at a lot of US boats and can't seem find similar. It seems the Aussie boats have higher sides (not sure what the correct term is) that makes them more seaworthy (again not sure if that's the right term). Aussie off road vehicles and watercraft seem...