Just Trying my first pic!

[Konabud]

Here it is!!!
http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/3112Kona1.jpg
Can't wait for summer to come back! :D :D

[BigBlockOldsJet]

what's up with the backwards windshield :rollside:

[Konabud]

My guess is that if it doesn't do shiat it doesn't matter which way it points!

[Konabud]

Also it kind of goes with the other boat
http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/3112seasport.JPG

[victorfb]

very cool. i like the backwards windshield actually. classic look. leave it and before you know it they will all want em again. the windshieldless fad will die just like the tribal flames. as far as the other boat, LETS GO ATTACK SOME FISH. :shift:

[BigBlockOldsJet]

Not that there is anything wrong with it, but IMO, it looks like a huge aerodynamic brake.

[AZKC]

Adds downforce to the bow, keeps ya from blowing over. :D
Most the larger daycruisers in the late 70's & early 80's that had windshields ran them backwards.

[Havasu Hangin']

Keeps the water from running over the deck and into the cockpit.

[Konabud]

very cool. i like the backwards windshield actually. classic look. leave it and before you know it they will all want em again. the windshieldless fad will die just like the tribal flames. as far as the other boat, LETS GO ATTACK SOME FISH.
OK!!!!!!!!!!
http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/3112Cregs_Halibut.JPG
But we don't attack them..... We kill em!
Bloood on the boat RIGHT ON!!!!! :D :D :D

[Sangster]

Not that there is anything wrong with it, but IMO, it looks like a huge aerodynamic brake.
Like it would matter on a 60 mph Jet boat....... :cool: :cool: :cool:

[Konabud]

Like it would matter on a 60 mph Jet boat.......
WHATS WRONG WITH 60 MPH JET BOAT??? (just kidding!!)
It's just what I wanted, a classic looking daycruiser for the family. If I want to go faster I'll get a ride with someone else. :D

[BigBlockOldsJet]

Like it would matter on a 60 mph Jet boat....... :cool: :cool: :cool:
I forgot, all V-Drives go 100 mph

[Caribbean Jet]

good job on the pics, I'm still working on it.

[Taylorman]

OK!!!!!!!!!!
http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/3112Cregs_Halibut.JPG
But we don't attack them..... We kill em!
Bloood on the boat RIGHT ON!!!!! :D :D :D
Is that a Halibut(spelling?)

[malcolm]

Hey, I've seen that boat before! :D
Did you get your starter fixed?

[victorfb]

Is that a Halibut(spelling?)
yep, AKA "Flattie" . and no that doesnt mean its a v-drive. :shift:
nice fish Konabud. and looks like it was caught on some light tackle too. i bet your replacing the drag washers on that 500 now. :D

[BUSBY]

I like the old school look of the windshield ... reminds me of early morning water skiing w/ my Dad ... good memories ... thanks Kona!

[Konabud]

nice fish Konabud. and looks like it was caught on some light tackle too. i bet your replacing the drag washers on that 500 now.
If you look to the left side of the pic you 'll see an electric reel that's slightly larger. (we're fishing in about 600 feet of water) It doesn't make it any easier to pull up, just cranks the handle for you.

[Konabud]

Hey, I've seen that boat before! Did you get your starter fixed?
Hey Malcolm!!!
Got the whole interior and motor out right now just to address that problem (and fix everything else I don't like) It's a winter project now!

[Konabud]

Another one just for fun! (my buddys boat)
Couple of 40's
http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/3112creg_02.jpg
50+
http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/3112creg_aug_2004.jpg

[1978 Rogers]

This is a jet boat forum. Shouldn't the fish pictures go under the Bikini Archive. :eek:

[napabob]

what's up with the backwards windshield :rollside:
http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/1662Berryessa05.jpg
The windshield is a classic '70's Venturi style windshield.
You can still aquire them at:
http://www.wayneearl.com/
Average cost for replacement: $450.00

[Konabud]

This is a jet boat forum. Shouldn't the fish pictures go under the Bikini Archive.
Hey Chris!!!!
Well I guess that depends..... wonder if there's a spot to mount downriggers on the Kona :idea: .......Might be OK for tuna!!! :D

[1978 Rogers]

How is your grass coming in? You should be mowing.

[Konabud]

How is your grass coming in? You should be mowing.
Kinda like watching paint dry. It's 2-3 inches now they told me to mow at 4. The topsoil is so soft and wet right now I don't dare walk on it!!

[1978 Rogers]

Kinda like watching paint dry. It's 2-3 inches now they told me to mow at 4. The topsoil is so soft and wet right now I don't dare walk on it!!
The worst thing you could do is "rut it up". They never go away. If your soil is that mushey, you have to much organic/silt in the soil. Doesn't drain well.

[Konabud]

The worst thing you could do is "rut it up". They never go away. If your soil is that mushey, you have to much organic/silt in the soil. Doesn't drain well.
It might not be as bad as I think it is but I think we had at least a couple of inches of rain yesterday. I know it doesn't drain as well as the raw dirt did, turned part of the yard into a lake for awhile. At least it didn't ruin anything.

[Konabud]

By the way, how do you capture the originally posted by and pics in the quote section of replys (hate to show my ignorance but inquiring minds want to know)

[purrfecttremor]

My 1st boat was a 1978 21 ft day cruser.looked alot like that.I loved that boat.

[Konabud]

My 1st boat was a 1978 21 ft day cruser.looked alot like that.I loved that boat.
Thats what this is (or at least what it was advertised as) the title says 1978 20', (kinda confused about that). As far as loving the boat, this is my first jet boat also and I couldn't be happier with it. WELL after I fix the starter, steering, controls, water leak, battery system, etc. Guess it goes with a new (old) boat.

[myoung]

Hey Konabud, had a question for ya, sent you a PM.
Nice boat! :cool:
<------ Mine is a '73 21', but looks a little different.

[AZKC]

Boats, grass, jet boat bashing, v-drive bashing, fishing, quote tutorials, windsheilds, fishing equipment lessons :D The dam near perfect thread :rollside:

[BUSBY]

By the way, how do you capture the originally posted by and pics in the quote section of replys (hate to show my ignorance but inquiring minds want to know)
do not get rid of the area of the quote that says {IMG}http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/3112Kona1.jpg{/IMG} when you quote someone ...
replacing my { & }'s with [ & ] ... (they al already that way ... but I had to change them to tell you how to do it ...
Brian

[BUSBY]

By the way, how do you capture the originally posted by and pics in the quote section of replys (hate to show my ignorance but inquiring minds want to know)
oh yeah ... and don't get rid of the name in the opening quote, should be like this:{QUOTE=Konabud}
of course ... ignore the {&} and keep the [&]'s

[BUSBY]

quote tutorials
they sucked me in Kevin!

[Konabud]

they sucked me in Kevin!
Thanks! the real answer was too stupid (you have to push the quote button instead of the post reply button)

[BUSBY]

Thanks! the real answer was too stupid (you have to push the quote button instead of the post reply button)
yeah ... it does make it easier ... :wink:

[1978 Rogers]

http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/3112Kona1.jpg
and delete the stuff you don't want.

[Konabud]

and delete the stuff you don't want.
you mean like this?
http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/31121662Berryessa05.jpg

[1978 Rogers]

you mean like this?
http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/31121662Berryessa05.jpg
no, you did that in MS Paint didn't you?

[Konabud]

no, you did that in MS Paint didn't you?
How'd you know?

[1978 Rogers]

Every computer comes with Paint. Just a guess, I guess.

[myoung]

you mean like this?
http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/31121662Berryessa05.jpg
Now that's funny. :D