Wicked 223 winter project

[opsdave]

I just picked this boat up last weekend. 22'3" and approximately 650lb hull weight. My plans are to cut out the deck starting at the rear of the existing cutout and go 6' forward. That will still leave me 11' of front deck and 5' in the rear including the wings. As of now the plans are to put 2 buckets up front behind a center console and either 2 buckets in the rear with a fold down center step/seat or just a simple bench with a fold down center. I want to keep it as light as possible without breaking the bank. I have a few ideas in my head on how to make this happen. I'm looking for some opinions and tips as far as construction and materials.

[Liberator*21]

Congrats Dave, I'm sure it'll be kick a$$ when all is said and done. Subscribed for the long run.............

[opsdave]

Thanks Gary! Hopefully this wont be as long as the Checkmate.... It shouldn't be too labor intensive to do what I want. The console should be the only time consuming part. I want to make it similar to the new dual center console Gambler/Sterling.

[scawd the dog]

Dave any updates on how this project is going?

[phragle]

Making center consoles is cake...

[opsdave]

Dave any updates on how this project is going?

Brent

Unfortunately not..... I got way too busy this winter. I managed to get the motor rigged. I'll be able to run it as is this summer. I'll try to get back at it again in the fall. The most work I did was keeping the snow off of it.

[opsdave]

Making center consoles is cake...

The console looks good. Can't wait to get back on mine. I'm gonna do some fishing with it this summer then start back to work on it in the fall.

[scawd the dog]

Keep it going and keep us posted ! That hull is FAST!

[opsdave]

Got a little work done this weekend.... Rear bench is built and floor is fitted. Resin and glass will be delivered tomorrow.

[Hot Rod]

What kind of hull is that???

[opsdave]

2013 Wicked Custom Boats 223 Pad Vee Race Model. It's a one off custom build by Todd D in Florida. It's a very light and fast hull.

http://www.screamandfly.com/showthre...ghlight=wicked

[Hot Rod]

What boat did he copy off of to make his pad??

[opsdave]

What boat did he copy off of to make his pad??

Not too sure. You'd have to ask Todd.

[Hot Rod]

What do you have left to do to it, I would like to see it when your done.

[opsdave]

What do you have left to do to it, I would like to see it when your done.

I have a lot of glassing to do yet. Still need to build the console. Hopefully it will be done in a few weeks.