A new little project

[Boat211]

So I bought this 10' Schiada last year after seeing one other one that had been redone. I never even knew about these til I saw that one. Well anyway I had to have one so here are a few pics of my projectThis was it how I got It was pretty hammeredhttp://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/2964various_home_photos_164-med.jpg http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/2964various_home_photos_158-med.jpg http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/2964various_home_photos_161-med.jpg

[Boat211]

I have had a little bit of glass repair and paint done by a great shop in Riverbank called " Smooth as Glass "http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/2964various_home_photos_276-med.jpgI just told him that I wanted it to be a clean slate to work with

[Boat211]

He filled all the holes, New floor, Fixed all the cracks, new transom and some paint.http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/2964various_home_photos_355-med.jpg http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/2964boats021005_397_Medium_-med.jpg

[Boat211]

That was getting the new White Gel coat on it after a primer coat.

[Boat211]

Cant really tell in the other pics but we decided to venture out a bit and grind the deck smooth to give some more graphic spacehttp://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/2964boats021005_501-med.jpg http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/2964boats021005_505-med.jpg

[Boat211]

http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/2964boat1.jpg
This guy is a frickin Genius

[Boat211]

It is going kinda slow right now but I am working on some Alum. parts for the inside. I am not a machinist so it takes me a while. I will post more as I get some stuff done.

[soupersonic]

What kind of HP is that rated for, and what are you going to put on it? Interesting lil boat :)

[Boat211]

Well I have seen 50hp motor on them but I talked to Lee at Schiada boats and he said that the 30hp nissan/tohatsu seemed to be the best.

[NEWMAN28]

lets get that thing rigged so we can go play, lookin good 211

[JetBoatRich]

Looks like a fun project :cool:

[slink]

Hit up RD, he built one last year with a bunch of "one off" custom billet hardware. His turned out bitchin and yours is well on it's way

[Boat211]

RD was my inspiration on this project. When I saw his I had to have one. I am Trying to be original and not copy too many of his ideas so we will just have to see how it goes.

[DCBob]

Sweeeeet 211 :D Have you entertained the notion you may have too much time on your hands :rollside:

[Boat211]

If that were the case it would be done already.

[victorfb]

its looking real nice. great job. i bet its a kick to play around on too. are the graphics paint, or gel?

[72 Hondo]

Are these exactly to scale of an original? except the transom of course...
I think a big kid like me whould like one of those as a stocking stuffer this year :D
Start throwing hints to my wife guys :idea: Mrs72hondo :D
By the way 211, It looks great!

[DCBob]

If that were the case it would be done already.
:D :D :D

[superdave013]

It is going kinda slow right now but I am working on some Alum. parts for the inside. I am not a machinist so it takes me a while. I will post more as I get some stuff done.
If you need any help on that end let me know.
Love the colors!

[Big Kahunaa]

Add 11 feet to that and i'll buy it

[Boat211]

Thanks everyone. Superdave, I built a Cyclone outboard a couple of years ago and decided that there isnt any real hard parts to make on these outboards unless you try to build one of those transom assemblies like RD did so I picked up an old Bridgeport mill and a small benchtop lathe. We will see how it goes. I made the battery box and bilge pump brackets already, I will try to get some pics up later today. It is similar to RD's so I wasn't real excited about showing it off since it isnt original. It certainly doesnt have the trick machine work that his had but it will do the job. If I have any questions though I will direct them towards you.
Thanks Again

[Boat211]

its looking real nice. great job. i bet its a kick to play around on too. are the graphics paint, or gel?
The graphics are paint.

[phuggit]

Cool little project. I also like the color choices. Keep us posted in the buildup.

[BADAXE]

Cant really tell in the other pics but we decided to venture out a bit and grind the deck smooth to give some more graphic space
What?!! a Schiada without a non-skid deck, that's sacrilegious! :hammer2:
j/k, it looks great :D

[Boatmaster]

I've seen this boat in person and the pics don't do the paint justice. The other thing left out is the trick trailer work since the first photos. Can't wait to see it done.

[P P R]

That thing looks great, my wife has one and we really enjoy it. Keep us up dated.http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/2576DSCF0060.JPG

[C-2]

Jeff at Smooth as Glass is top notch.
He still have that bad-ass Sanger - that thing is like a museum piece?. Too damn purdy to put in the water.

[Boat211]

Jeff at Smooth as Glass is top notch.
He still have that bad-ass Sanger - that thing is like a museum piece?. Too damn purdy to put in the water.
Yes Jeff does still have the Sanger and it can be yours for the right price!

[Boat211]

So here is the battery/bilge bracket. The bottom is 1/2" that is milled down 1/4" where the battery and bilge pumps are. Note the round area in front of the battery, amini ski race boat needs a ski tow, right?http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/2964various_home_photos_034_Medium_.jpg http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/2964various_home_photos_035_Medium_.jpg

[Boat211]

As far as the trailer goes, it was your standard Zeiman trailer. Nothin fancy AT ALL.Now it has 4 bunks, LED lights, new coupler, and dolly wheels. I know these things are going to spin a million miles per hour but what the hell, it looks cool. This is a single axle trailer that now looks like a tandem. You can see in one pic what I did. Took a piece of steel, machined it to bolt to excisting hub, and welded two new spindles on it. Had to shorten the axle a bit so everything didnt stick out so far. Had fenders made but have not attatched them yet nor have I done anything with the Bow area of the trailer.http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/2964various_home_photos_106_Medium_.jpg http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/2964various_home_photos_105_Medium_.jpg http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/2964various_home_photos_104_Medium_.jpg http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/2964various_home_photos_107_Medium_.jpg http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/2964boat.jpg

[Boat211]

One other thing that we did with the trailer was flattened out the area where it crinkles up at the bend in the frame. Lots of cutting and welding. I can not take much credit on the welding. I have had alot of help from Boat124(on the boards) with all of that. The trailer is still a work in progress as well.http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/2964various_home_photos_251.jpg

[victorfb]

bar none, that thing is looking real cool man. i especially like the single axle with duel wheels set up. very trick. is that your own design? the graphics are amazing, i hope i get a chance to see this thing in person some day.

[72 Hondo]

[QUOTE=Boat211]As far as the trailer goes, it was your standard Zeiman trailer. Nothin fancy AT ALL.Now it has 4 bunks, LED lights, new coupler, and dolly wheels. I know these things are going to spin a million miles per hour but what the hell, it looks cool. This is a single axle trailer that now looks like a tandem. You can see in one pic what I did. Took a piece of steel, machined it to bolt to excisting hub, and welded two new spindles on it. Had to shorten the axle a bit so everything didnt stick out so far. Had fenders made but have not attatched them yet nor have I done anything with the Bow area of thetrailer
http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/2964various_home_photos_104_Medium_.jpg[/IMG]
I have to say that this was a good Idea. Maybe not for a normal size boat but for this it looks perfect...
Now I really want one!!!
The picture would´nt come up, The one with the spindles.

[superdave013]

that's looking killer
love the "out of the box" thinking that went into the trailer.

[victorfb]

who is going to be throwing up the roosters with that double boot ski hangin on thew wall? back when i could ski, that little boat would come out the water if i turned hard enough. lol actually, the old style ski brackets with that ski hangin on the side of that little rocket would be a nice touch. ;)

[pebo]

There's one in the Trader if someone want a new toy.
http://adcache.boattraderonline.com/6/8/3/81230783.htm

[hbpdub]

Dude, that thing is bad ass!!!! :crossx:

[BADBLOWN572]

Looks killer!!! I was the one that went through and rigged RD's little 10'er and trust me, it is fun, but be ready to put in some VERY long nights. ;) :D
If I can answer any questions for you let me know. Been there done that.
:)

[superdave013]

who is going to be throwing up the roosters with that double boot ski hangin on thew wall? back when i could ski, that little boat would come out the water if i turned hard enough. lol actually, the old style ski brackets with that ski hangin on the side of that little rocket would be a nice touch. ;)
did you notice the ski at the very top? someone has done some ski racing it looks like.

[Boat211]

Ok first , yes that is my own design on the trailer. Second yes we still ski race, how bout you? And no I dont think that the design on the trailer would work on a big boat, I was just trying to retain the spring rate of the single axle. Hope it all works. Hey and BB572, thanks for the offer I may have a few questions come up. By the way, Bubbles was BAD ASS!

[BADBLOWN572]

By the way, Bubbles was BAD ASS!
Thanks. Definitely a fun little project. :)

[Jordy]

That thing is bad ass!!!! I like the trailer too. Nice work. :D

[myoung]

That thing is pretty sweet. What other power plants could be squeezed in besides the outboard? Could you use something from one of the big jet skis?
That trailer axle design has been around forever and works pretty good. We built a car trailer for a guy that needed something really low to the ground and we went with the same articulating set-up to keep the ride height up when going in and out of driveways. Built properly, this would actually hold the weight of a smaller @16-22ft boat just fine but would have to be built pretty heavy duty to go beyond that. The one we built was set up for about 5000 lbs(trailer and car) and we were able to keep it pretty low profile. The only thing I can see you could possibly have a problem with on yours is the plate flexing. It turned out good though and should look pretty sweet when it's done. :cool:

[Jbb]

Very cool lookin little boat....Looks like a fun project....

[DeltaSigBoater]

That thing is pretty sweet. What other power plants could be squeezed in besides the outboard? Could you use something from one of the big jet skis?
i dont see how it would fit, unless you extended the hull about 2-3 feet in the transom. But it might make for a neat set up if done right. Personally thats more headaches, work and $$$ than I'd commit to.

[myoung]

What did they use in those old Fun Jet boats?

[72 Hondo]

Hey 211, what size wheels and tires did you use?

[carreraelite]

Nice Work!!! That's really nice!!

[RiverDave]

Boat211, that thing is coming out Sweet!!! :) I love the paint Job. Trailer looks like it's coming out very nice as well!! :eek: When is it going to be done?
RD

[48OFF]

Who else thinks there should be a mini boat race between these two? Both are very awesome . Hey RD could you show the pictures of yours also? I had a Boston Whaler 13 that I pimped out but had to sell it to pay a divorce lawyer.

[carreraelite]

did you notice the ski at the very top? someone has done some ski racing it looks like.
Did you notice how close the fuel jugs are to the electric motor?? I hope it's a sealed explosion proof motor!! :idea:

[carreraelite]

That thing looks great, my wife has one and we really enjoy it. Keep us up dated.http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/2576DSCF0060.JPG
Pretty nice!!
http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/2576DSCF0060.JPG

[RiverDave]

Who else thinks there should be a mini boat race between these two? Both are very awesome . Hey RD could you show the pictures of yours also? I had a Boston Whaler 13 that I pimped out but had to sell it to pay a divorce lawyer.
Hey I'm up for it... Mines slow getting out of the hole, but all those hydraulics pay off on the top end. ;)
I'm in the midst of re-doing the jack plate system for the new owner.. I figure I have the boat until jan / feb (at the latest) after that it's going back to the midwest. I'm kind of going a little overboard on it on the second time around becuase the guy that bought it, is a pretty cool cat. Bought it for his daughter from what I understand.
RD

[Boat211]

Hey 211, what size wheels and tires did you use?
They are an ITP wheel for a golf cart. The tires are 205/50-10 and DOT rated to 65 MPH. I figure that puts the bearings at about 800000000 rpm. LOL

[Boat211]

Boat211, that thing is coming out Sweet!!! :) I love the paint Job. Trailer looks like it's coming out very nice as well!! :eek: When is it going to be done?
RD
Who frickin knows. There always seems to be 12 other things that needs to be done. You know how it is.

[Boat211]

Who else thinks there should be a mini boat race between these two? Both are very awesome . Hey RD could you show the pictures of yours also? I had a Boston Whaler 13 that I pimped out but had to sell it to pay a divorce lawyer.
Im game. Let me see if I can get it done in time. But even more than that I would love to get Afew pics of the two of them together since that was my reason for evan knowing about these things. Totally different but both pretty awesome, at least in my mind. Guess I should get to work now.

[Boat211]

That thing looks great, my wife has one and we really enjoy it. Keep us up dated.http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/2576DSCF0060.JPG
I really like your boat too! I dig the polished lower unit. Did you do that resto to the boat or buy it like that. Looks sweet.

[72 Hondo]

They are an ITP wheel for a golf cart. The tires are 205/50-10 and DOT rated to 65 MPH. I figure that puts the bearings at about 800000000 rpm. LOL
Thats about 163 mph :D

[Boat211]

Ok here is my latest progress. These are fully bushed with no metel to metal at any moving points.http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/2964various_home_photos_103_Medium_.jpg

[BigBlockBaja]

Wow...Reminds me of a little boat I had awhile ago... I sure do miss it...
http://img505.imageshack.us/img505/804/boatside7sm.jpg

[Boat211]

Well with the Holidays, progress has been slow but here is the latest.http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/2964mini_dash.jpg http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/2964mini_console.jpg

[RiverDave]

That thing is coming out SWWWEEEETTTT!!!!
what's the deal with 2 RPM guages? As well how do the cables connect up to the handles?
RD

[Liquid Courage]

That thing is SICK!!!
I used to work for a dealer/rental when I was a kid. We had Schiada's and Addictor's. When I was in my early 20's I bought an Addictor to play with then sold it. I always liked the Schiadas more. That thing will handle the 50hp motor no prob.
Have you seen the mini cats too? Sweet little boats!
Can't wait to see the finished product.
Tank

[NorCalCat]

Well with the Holidays, progress has been slow but here is the latest.http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/2964mini_dash.jpg http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/2964mini_console.jpg
Jason, that thing is coming along nicely. Can't wait to see ya rip across Clear Lake in that thing!
Let there be sun!

[Boat211]

Thanks for the kind words everyone! As for the cables, they will be attched with stainless ball and socket cable ends. I will post pics of that soon. Still need to drill and tap the holes for that. As for the 2 tachs, did I forget to mention the twins? :) :) http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/2964mini_twins.jpg

[superdave013]

Thanks for the kind words everyone! As for the cables, they will be attched with stainless ball and socket cable ends. I will post pics of that soon. Still need to drill and tap the holes for that. As for the 2 tachs, did I forget to mention the twins? :) :) http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/2964mini_twins.jpg
RD, if this boat will float I think you have been "one upped". lol

[gatordog007]

nice twinns !! whoe"s the daddy????undefined

[dmontzsta]

That thing is bitchen! Cant wait to see some pics of vids of it, once it hits the water.

[Washed Ashore]

Hey,I think I know the guy that painted that boat :rollside: Looks great,spring is not that far away,GET ER DONE :)
Jeff

[Boat211]

Hey,I think I know the guy that painted that boat :rollside: Looks great,spring is not that far away,GET ER DONE :)
Jeff
Im tryin Im tryin. How bout you? You ready to do the next one yet?

[RiverDave]

RD, if this boat will float I think you have been "one upped". lol
I think you might be right... LOL Jesus.
RD

[sam pioske]

My son bought a 20'5 Bahner some years ago. The guy had i think your little boat for sale also. A matched pair, did not have the money to get both. They sure looked cute together. Sam

[Liquid Courage]

HOLY SH!T!! That is the ish right there!! I can't wait to see that thing finished....and hear how it runs :jawdrop:

[Boat211]

HOLY SH!T!! That is the ish right there!! I can't wait to see that thing finished....and hear how it runs :jawdrop:
You and me both!

[HALLETT240]

Had One Of Those Years Ago With The 25 Hp. Until One Windy Day With The Bimini Top Up And Jumping A Large Wake Flipped Over And Landed Upside Down. Quite The Experience I Must Say. I Swam To Shore Flipped In Upright, Got Rid Of The Water And Fired The Motor Up And Drove Off. Be A Little Carefull With Jumping Large Wakes.

[NICE PAIR]

Thanks for the kind words everyone! As for the cables, they will be attched with stainless ball and socket cable ends. I will post pics of that soon. Still need to drill and tap the holes for that. As for the 2 tachs, did I forget to mention the twins? :) :) http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/2964mini_twins.jpg
HEY JASON, "NICE PAIR" :D keep up the great work.

[Miss BK]

Did someone say Mini Boat Race??
Let's go!! :D :eek: :D
This race had them all....Addictors, Shiadas, Kober Kats, Gran Prix's, even a mini Eliminator! Over 60 of them here - great fun.
http://members.aol.com/wettomcat/BoatRacing3/minimadness.gif

[ELIMINAT THIS]

Did someone say Mini Boat Race??
Let's go!! :D :eek: :D
This race had them all....Addictors, Shiadas, Kober Kats, Gran Prix's, even a mini Eliminator! Over 60 of them here - great fun.
http://members.aol.com/wettomcat/BoatRacing3/minimadness.gif
I have a $20 spot that says Boat211 would hand out some asswuppins. :crossx:

[Garrddogg]

I looks like an awsome little toy! I want one!!

[DCBob]

I have a $20 spot that says Boat211 would hand out some asswuppins. :crossx:
You got 20 bucks?? Can I borrow it :D

[Cole1313]

Thanks for the kind words everyone! As for the cables, they will be attched with stainless ball and socket cable ends. I will post pics of that soon. Still need to drill and tap the holes for that. As for the 2 tachs, did I forget to mention the twins? :) :) http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/2964mini_twins.jpg
That has to be one of the coolest things I have ever seen. I can not wait to hear how she does on the water.
"Oh did I forget to mention twins" That was great.

[Biglue]

Excellent graphics work.

[Boat211]

Excellent graphics work.
The graphics are the work of Jeff Glow at "Smooth as Glass" in Riverbank Ca.
209-869-3545. He may not be the cheapest, but in my opinion one of the best, and you know the old saying, "YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR".

[diggler]

The graphics are the work of Jeff Glow at "Smooth as Glass" in Riverbank Ca.
209-869-3545. He may not be the cheapest, but in my opinion one of the best, and you know the old saying, "YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR".
Jeff did some awesome work for me on my boat. Excellent glass work. I highly recommend his shop "Smooth as Glass" as well. Kudos to him!

[Liquid Courage]

Did someone say Mini Boat Race??
Let's go!! :D :eek: :D
This race had them all....Addictors, Shiadas, Kober Kats, Gran Prix's, even a mini Eliminator! Over 60 of them here - great fun.
http://members.aol.com/wettomcat/BoatRacing3/minimadness.gif
Do they still do that race? Where did they run too?? Was it a course or what? Great pic!

[mbrown2]

Wow....that is pretty trick.

[Boat211]

Here is a few steering shots.http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/2964mini_steering_3.jpg http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/2964mini_steering_1.jpg http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/2964mini_steering_2.jpg

[Liquid Courage]

Any updated pics??

[TUNNEL T]

OFF THE HOOK DOG! hey what's up with your neighbor we don't see him anymore !TUNNEL T

[spectras only]

Are you going to name it Bubbles 2 ? :rollside:

[ParkerSteve]

Can you put a inboard in that boat. Went to OC boat show and a guy is building a marine version of the rotary engine used in the RX8 . it is supercharged, put out 250hp weighs 700lbs. And is really tiny.

[Boat211]

I have been laggin on this project. Been working on getting my newest boat done. I should be back on this project VERY soon. Hey TUNNEL T, my neighbor is workin some crazy hours. Where does he find these jobs anyway?

[BROADMINDED]

hey 211, that thing is lookin sweet. you bringing the newest project down to parker next weekend? we'll be there with the SS and the cracker box. hope you guy's make it.

[BADBLOWN572]

Can you put a inboard in that boat. Went to OC boat show and a guy is building a marine version of the rotary engine used in the RX8 . it is supercharged, put out 250hp weighs 700lbs. And is really tiny.
Nope. There is not enough room. When I was rigging RD's mini boat (Bubbles) you realize how small the boat actually is. What I wanted to do was to find a couple of wrecked Sea Doo's and rip out the jet pump assembly. Put in a Suzuki GSXR-750 engine with a drive shaft that goes to a splitter then to the pumps. The motor would have to go up into the bow and the drive shaft run down to the back. No way could you ever fit any type of inboard engine behind the drivers seat. it would not work.
Also, you will have to be very careful about weight on these boats. They are very weight sensitive. Bubbles floats with 1/2" worth of freeboard on the rear when sitting in the water. The outboard alone makes it tail heavy much less a bigger engine.

[Tom Brown]

Very, very nice. :cool:

[Boat211]

hey 211, that thing is lookin sweet. you bringing the newest project down to parker next weekend? we'll be there with the SS and the cracker box. hope you guy's make it.
We are not going to make it down next week. Its the baby's 1st B-day. I have a race the following weekend up here too. Hope all is well. By the way, I still want a shirt.

[BROADMINDED]

i will save you a couple of shirts. cant wait to see that thing.

[Boat211]

i will save you a couple of shirts. cant wait to see that thing.
Thanks!

[TUNNEL T]

I have been laggin on this project. Been working on getting my newest boat done. I should be back on this project VERY soon. Hey TUNNEL T, my neighbor is workin some crazy hours. Where does he find these jobs anyway?
yea i know , go figure he starts at higher pay then me ,and i got a portion of the co. :cool:

[Say10]

That looks like it will be a blast.....It looks like it will have alot of pucker factor....

[Boat211]

That looks like it will be a blast.....It looks like it will have alot of pucker factor....
Yea!!!!! I love that stuff

[NorCalCat]

Yea!!!!! I love that stuff
Jason, when are you gonna be in Clear Lake?

[BROADMINDED]

We Need Updates!!!!!!!!!! How Is That Thing Looking Now? Are You Going To Red Bluff? We Will Be There.

[Boat211]

So weve been making some good progress lately. Got the aluminum coated or polished. Still need to make the ski pole but that is pretty minor. Cowlings are at paint.
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/Schiada_Float_030_Medium_.jpg
Trailer back from paint.
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/Schiada_Float_018_Medium_.jpg
Motor bolted on.
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/Schiada_Float_024_Medium_.jpg
Nice hose bezel thanks to River Dave.
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/Schiada_Float_015_Medium_.jpg
Control panel. It was engraved but they put way too much powder on.
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/Schiada_Float_013_Medium_.jpg
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/Schiada_Float_002_Medium_.jpg
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[Boat211]

http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/Schiada_Float_014_Medium_.jpg
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So I still need a seat and props. Havent fired it yet but probably this week. Cant wait to drive it.

[Boat211]

Thanks for the headlights at the launch ramp Tunnel T!

[Boatmaster]

Thanks for the headlights at the launch ramp Tunnel T!
Wish I could have made it over to see this last night!!!:( I have been fighting a bad cold for a few days now. Hope your message of another blown powerhead was just a joke 211? I got T's drunkered message soon after:D . Boat looks great by the way, glad to see it floats that level.

[Boat211]

I was also surprised how well it floated. Yes, I was just messing around... So far this 280 is good. I think it has about 5 hours on it but 4 of them were the Parker 300. I thought I would try a new break in procedure 30 min. pretty easy. The next 4 hours around 7000 to 7500 rpm.

[NICE PAIR]

"LOOKIN GOOD" When are you going to run it?

[DCBob]

"LOOKIN GOOD" When are you going to run it?
What he said!!!!!

[Boat211]

Hopefully within the week. I need to get some props.

[707dog]

that lil buddy is bad azz..good luck with the rest..

[acatitude]

that is sweet now if you can put a bbc in it and not sink ya got it made....
J/K looks awesome:)

[DMOORE]

That is one cool boat! The twins on the back of it is just over-the-top! Great job.
Darrell.

[BIGJOEDUCKSLAYER]

Aww great another boat that will be faster than me, j/k great looking boat
BIG JOE SSMF:D

[RiverDave]

That boat is coming out Siiicccckkkk!!! Are the props counter rotating? I'm not 100 % but I think you could just run one of those motors in reverse and get a backwards prop for one side?
I think I'd consider raising the motors up a hair as well or if they make a shorter shaft version getting new lowers?
I love the trailer, it came out killer! How does it tow?
RD

[Liquid Courage]

Dam, this thing is coming out sweet! One of the coolest projects I've seen. Of course I'm partial since I worked for a mini Schiada dealer when I was a kid.
Is it me or is that thing sitting REALLY low in the back because of the extra weight of the second motor?

[Den Isle]

WOW!:)

[Boat211]

That boat is coming out Siiicccckkkk!!! Are the props counter rotating? I'm not 100 % but I think you could just run one of those motors in reverse and get a backwards prop for one side?
I think I'd consider raising the motors up a hair as well or if they make a shorter shaft version getting new lowers?
I love the trailer, it came out killer! How does it tow?
RD
Thanks Dave,
The motors are not counter rotating. I checked into that a little only to find that apparently nobody offers left hand props for these 30's.The trailer tows nice. We raised the transom from stock and called that good. I cant run them as high as your were due to the fact I have no set back.

[Boat211]

Dam, this thing is coming out sweet! One of the coolest projects I've seen. Of course I'm partial since I worked for a mini Schiada dealer when I was a kid.
Is it me or is that thing sitting REALLY low in the back because of the extra weight of the second motor?
Ya, its a little low.

[Sunburnt]

Awesome Project 211.
I just finished one myself last summer. Twins are in!!
Jeff
http://www.powercatboat.com/Group/JBowman/jb309.jpg

[Boat211]

Well I fired it today. Started right up. One motor not pumping water. I worked on it for a while. I will try it again tomorrow.

[RiverDave]

I'm really looking forward to seeing this thing run!! I'll bet I can find a left handed prop if your interested.. I'm almost possitive I've seen them before?
The guy that bought mine is putting a lightweight little race motor on it pretty quick. :) I wish I could have the motor and that boat to put it together for him. After building mine there was so many things I wanted to change about the way the motor was mounted on my boat.. That was honestly the only thing I didn't like about my old program. Mounting off the king pin was not the way to go.
On a side note, how come you rigged the shifters externally vs internal?
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/Schiada_Float_018_Medium_.jpg
RD

[BarryMac]

WOW, I didn't think that RD's could have been topped, this is just over the top killer, great job, thanks for sharing the pics with us... :)

[DCBob]

Awesome Project 211.
I just finished one myself last summer. Twins are in!!
Jeff
http://www.powercatboat.com/Group/JBowman/jb309.jpg
We used to have one of those little PowerCats/Merc 58A's back in the day! It hauled azz pretty good

[Boat211]

I'm really looking forward to seeing this thing run!! I'll bet I can find a left handed prop if your interested.. I'm almost possitive I've seen them before?
The guy that bought mine is putting a lightweight little race motor on it pretty quick. :) I wish I could have the motor and that boat to put it together for him. After building mine there was so many things I wanted to change about the way the motor was mounted on my boat.. That was honestly the only thing I didn't like about my old program. Mounting off the king pin was not the way to go.
On a side note, how come you rigged the shifters externally vs internal?
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/Schiada_Float_018_Medium_.jpg
RD
These are remote control motors and that is the way they are set up. I think the 40's are different.

[RiverDave]

Took me a minute to figure out what you were talking about but I got it now.
Yes the 40 was different.. The linkage was inside the cowling, right behind the starter. Point in fact looking at those motors they almost look identical to the 40 I had?
RD

[Boat211]

Took me a minute to figure out what you were talking about but I got it now.
Yes the 40 was different.. The linkage was inside the cowling, right behind the starter. Point in fact looking at those motors they almost look identical to the 40 I had?
RD
Should be close to the same HP but a little lighter and short shaft mids. We'll see if it really works or not though.

[RiverDave]

Should be close to the same HP but a little lighter and short shaft mids. We'll see if it really works or not though.
I don't see any reason why it shouldn't work? The only concern I had about this boat was whether or not it'd float with that much weight on the back. It floats, the rest is all "dial in." ;)
I'm betting this thing is gonna flat hual ass when your done with it!
This boat is REALLY coming out nice!
RD

[Liquid Courage]

This thread makes me wish I still had my little Addictor:(
Might have to go buy another:D

[MRS FLYIN VEE]

where do you all find these little boats. :D

[Boat211]

where do you all find these little boats. :D
I'll tell ya, it's not easy. I am always looking. Every now and then one will pop up. Look on e-bay. I know somebody who recently picked one up from there. There is a nice looking 13' Schiada in the spam section. Good Luck.

[MRS FLYIN VEE]

I'll tell ya, it's not easy. I am always looking. Every now and then one will pop up. Look on e-bay. I know somebody who recently picked one up from there. There is a nice looking 13' Schiada in the spam section. Good Luck.
COOL.. Thanks honey :D looking for the kids..:)

[RiverDave]

COOL.. Thanks honey :D looking for the kids..:)
Squeezing Spectra has a 13' Schiada that's pretty well dialed in if your looking for one. The boat is clean which is a rare for a mini..
http://members.aol.com:/dealerschoicehw/lina
http://members.aol.com:/dealerschoicehw/lina2
http://members.aol.com:/dealerschoicehw/lina3
Kinda pricey, but it is a nice 13'er which is rare.
There's another 10'er in the boat trader right now.
http://adcache.boattraderonline.com/6/5/8/87411058.htm
RD

[MRS FLYIN VEE]

Squeezing Spectra has a 13' Schiada that's pretty well dialed in if your looking for one. The boat is clean which is a rare for a mini..
http://members.aol.com:/dealerschoicehw/lina
http://members.aol.com:/dealerschoicehw/lina2
http://members.aol.com:/dealerschoicehw/lina3
Kinda pricey, but it is a nice 13'er which is rare.
There's another 10'er in the boat trader right now.
http://adcache.boattraderonline.com/6/5/8/87411058.htm
RD
Did I ever tell you how much I love you.. :D :devil:

[Liquid Courage]

Here's a story for you.....
I worked at a place in Channel Islands Harbor in the mid 80's (I was about 13) filling up Schiada 13' and Addictor 10'ers for a rental company. They had 4 Schiada's and 6 Addictors. They went belly up for insurance reasons (the reason was, everyone that rented one, wrecked it in the surf outside of the harbor!) I also worked at the local Scarab (Wellcraft) dealership washing scarabs (remember this is during the height of Miami Vice, I was in HEAVEN!!).
Anyway, this is the last remnance of my job at the rental company, when they went out of business, I took this poster, and happened to have a key to the various boats that were locked at the dock, tied up in litigation. Great poster, hangs in my garage still.
Little blast from the past. Sorry to thread hijack, I just love these little boats.
Tank
http://www.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=28258&stc=1&d=1176011239

[Boat211]

Well other than some dialing in, ITS DONE.
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/boat19.JPG
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/boat24.JPG
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/boat52.JPG
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/boat71.JPG
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/boat112.JPG
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/boat131.JPG
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/boat141.JPG
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/boat151.JPG
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/boat171.JPG

[Dons_donzi]

That is a KILLER boat... :sqeyes:
How fast have you had it...? I mean its not always about speed when you got that kind of cool points going... ( just curious)
my luck i'd get something like that built and hook up with a fat chick.
:eek:
(... i know... i'm going to hell...) :devil: :D

[Boat211]

Not too fast. Low 30's is all. Need alot more prop. It is a rocket out of the hole though. I will have to start looking for some props now,

[Dons_donzi]

hell.... get some 5 blades for it...
:eek:
it turned out great...

[396_WAYS_TO_SPIT]

This is the first time I have seen this thread and I am floooored!!! That is one siick azz lil boat! You did one hell of a job!. Hell that mini looks nicer than alot of big boats running around;) keep us updated on how she runs;)
SPITTER

[NICE PAIR]

211 --- "Bad to the Bone" :D

[Liquid Courage]

WOW!!! That little focker is bad azz!! Congrats.
Ever consider building them for sale?

[RiverDave]

That thing came out Sweet!!! I'm glad to hear it comes out of the hole strong! That was one area my old mini was lacking pretty heavily. I heard the new owner is putting on a lighter motor with more HP though, so it should be solved.
Looking forward to seeing it run someday!!
RD

[Boat211]

Ever consider building them for sale?
I have thought about it but I dont think there is much of a market for something quite like this. Maybe on a little smaller scale. I have a ridiculous amount of money wrapped up in this thing. I suppose there are those few guys though that have the cash and are willing to pay for something like this.
Thanks for all of the positive feedback. It has been fun.

[bad news travels fast]

Jason,
You are absolutely insane, and I love that about you. You could be the only person that actually beats me in the me in the silly questionably functional toy department. So the thing looks outstanding. I haven't seen your name on the cat attack thread. Are you sticking around the delta or is there a ski race? Shelly and I would love to see you guys. Keep up the good work.
TommyB

[Sherpa]

super nice build up......... the twins make the boat... the paint-work is awesome.....
I am taking some of the design theory from the ran set up and try and use it
for my hydraulic steering dampner for my 55 merc outboard.....
--THanks for sharing the build up and pics.
--Sherpa

[TUNNEL T]

just buy some aluminum and we'll spin a matching set of cleavers up ! TUNNEL T

[Boat211]

just buy some aluminum and we'll spin a matching set of cleavers up ! TUNNEL T
Sounds like fun. I got a fridge full of beer and some machines. Come on over and we will give it a shot.

[DSIDan]

Sounds like fun. I got a fridge full of beer and some machines. Come on over and we will give it a shot.
The fact that it floats and goes is all that matters! More fun will be had in parking lots and garages just, drinking beer and looking/talking about that boat. I wish it was in my garage. Great work!

[Boat211]

The fact that it floats and goes is all that matters! More fun will be had in parking lots and garages just, drinking beer and looking/talking about that boat. I wish it was in my garage. Great work!
You are absolutly right.

[Boat211]

Jason,
I haven't seen your name on the cat attack thread. Are you sticking around the delta or is there a ski race? Shelly and I would love to see you guys. Keep up the good work.
TommyB
We will see you at Shasta. We will be showin up on Friday. My boat wont be there so I will keep my eye out for you.

[Boatmaster]

I forgot to tell you that you were sleeping with Dan did'nt I.:D

[zudnic]

Here's a story for you.....
I worked at a place in Channel Islands Harbor in the mid 80's (I was about 13) filling up Schiada 13' and Addictor 10'ers for a rental company.
The last time I was at Disney World Resorts thats all I did all week renting sim little boats. Think they had the above years and years ago. Fun does come in small packages sometimes........ :D
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/wdw/moreMagic/otherRecDetail?id=OtherRecMarinaDetailPage&bhcp=1