1973 Uniflite 34 sport sedan. PickPocket #2 old boat restoration

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3 жыл бұрын

Second half 1973 Uniflite 34 sport sedan restoration.
Be sure to see part one for previous work.
bridge install welding transom door interior install kiwi grip deck kiwi grip bridge engine run paint removal shrink wrap load and launch putting last minute finishes on the boat to launch still some details remain.

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@brendangustafson7389 Жыл бұрын

Loved watching the progress videos! Been waiting for some boating videos and a walk through!

@jamesr.epstein 3 жыл бұрын

My family and I did our 65' Owens total restoration. I must say you and yours have done a Masters restoration on your Uniflite. Congratulations are applied to all who worked on this project. Excellence in everything you did. You brought a tear to my eye in my rembering the days. Thank you. Now go enjoy.

@GT2Racer 3 жыл бұрын

Hi James. Thanks so much for the kind words. It was definitely a labor of love, and a family affair. Though often times frustrating, the time spent together and the experience was priceless. She is a part of the family now and we will enjoy her for years to come.

@keithmcdonald2571 3 жыл бұрын

And it’s in the water! What a great job you’ve done on it.

@GT2Racer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Keith! definitely looking forward to putting her to use. Shakedown in a week or two!

@keithmcdonald2571 3 жыл бұрын

GT2Racer you make it look easy and your videos do not show the massive amount of time that went into the restoration. Enjoy!

@derekmmmm 3 жыл бұрын

This is really very impressive. It looks like a brand new boat. Well done to you all.

@GT2Racer 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@aah4587 3 жыл бұрын

Watching this while sitting in my office ... man if I could go back 20 years and learn useful skills like this I would ... all i know to do is run excel sheets!

@shawnmann9491 2 жыл бұрын

It’s NEVER too late my friend, just start with a smaller project so you don’t get overwhelmed for your first time out!

@johndavies8590 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant. Looks lovely. John.

@GT2Racer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks John! 👍

@brettendter4332 3 жыл бұрын

Wow thanks again! Can’t wait for the next video!

@GT2Racer 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! hope to have something soon. Want to get the details wrapped up then maybe a video walkthrough and description of the boat.

@tna-- 2 жыл бұрын

HUGE work 👍👍

@garykemple1827 3 жыл бұрын

Wow nice work!!

@MrJeep75 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome job

@GT2Racer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@affcalamfamilyfishingchann3226 3 жыл бұрын

Very good 👍 video......l am from Malaysia

@GT2Racer 3 жыл бұрын

Hello in Malaysia! Thanks for the 👍 and thanks for watching.

@Diabeeetus1 3 жыл бұрын

You were saying something like a walk through would happen? 😉 Love the project man!

@ussweeneyd 3 жыл бұрын

Fabulous!

@GT2Racer 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@michaelhill9555 3 жыл бұрын

I'm absolutely amazed!! Truly stunning. Incredible work and workmanship!! And I'm a bit jealous as well......as I have this very same boat. 1973 Uniflite 34 Sports Sedan with the Chrysler 330's. Lake Erie boat since new. Near as I can tell mine is identical with the exception that I do not have the dinette- I have the factory sleeper sofa on the starboard side of the salon. My Uniflite hull number is 34S133. I would love to contact you as I have sooooooo many questions. But until then, Bravo!!

@GT2Racer 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Michael, Thanks for the kind words. 👍 34 is a great boat and great size. She has been a fun project and will be put to use this summer. 😁 I need to check my hull # They could be sister ships. Or very close on production. I would be happy to answer any questions or help wherever I can. I am attempting to put together a video walk and talk through as soon as I can dedicate some time to do a good job. If you have a specific question or area you would like details on please let me know. Also you can PM me if you would like. Thanks again!

@translatespeed9151 3 жыл бұрын

this is so cool

@GT2Racer 3 жыл бұрын

Thank You Wyatt13

@garykemple1827 3 жыл бұрын

I'm starting to work on a1973 Saratoga. I think I want to build a flybridge now!

@sewell6564 3 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed watching your vid. I'm really impressed with the speed in which you completed the work !!(Ha, Ha) I have the exact same boat , located on the Chesapeake Bay in Virginia. I was going to ask you about the non-skid, but I now see the brand in the description. I like the "Logo" detail on the transom board. Where did you find the logo stencil ? Really nice job. I have worked on a lot of boats over the years, I often wonder , that people don't realize all the tedious and time consuming work that goes into a project like yours. Every time I open up my hatch and see the rat nest of old wiring running in the main compartment, I close it and go drink a beer! Kudos to your hard and wonderful work !!!

@GT2Racer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much. She was a fun project actual time spent was 3 years. Yes, very many details one tends to forget about until your into it. Pocket book determined speed of project though lol. Hope you are enjoying yours as much as we are. The 34' was one of my favorite models of Uniflite, had a balanced usable layout, adequate cockpit and that nice drop shear look. The logo stencil is just something I had our local vinyl shop make up, nothing fancy as it was discarded after use. It served as the negative space and removed immediately after kiwi was applied. Thanks again, and oh yeah there was much beer involved. :-)

@masdbo 3 жыл бұрын

Great job! You didn’t restore it, you made it better than original! Build a trailer and boat house for it instead of watching it depreciate at the marina!

@GT2Racer 3 жыл бұрын

Masdbo Thanks. Looking into some means of storage. Maintaining a boat left outdoors is definitely an ongoing job. 😎

@garykemple1827 3 жыл бұрын

WOW I'm still laughing!!! Just flipping incredible! AA+

@GT2Racer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@antonanton8712 2 жыл бұрын

👍SUPER👍

@GT2Racer 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 👍

@Rubiomechanics 3 жыл бұрын

Wow. Amazing job. I got a 36ft double cabin a couple yrs ago as a freebie with twin Cummins 5.9s and a 9kw gen. I've been wanting to do a restore but pleasure boat type supplies are hard to come by in my small town. I'm slowly getting it. But yours is beautiful. What did she cruise at for sea trials?

@GT2Racer 3 жыл бұрын

They are a labor of love and enjoyment. The sea trials provided about a 22 knot cruise. Worth noting though, she had 240 gallons of fuel on board (full tanks), and she is not yet fully equipped with all her gear though I don't foresee much of a change in the performance once equipped. Also worth noting, the engines transmissions and props have all been upgraded. The lm340's are now 408's producing 330hp, the velvet drives are now 72c and she is spinning 4 blade props. I will be providing more details, specs and performance numbers in the future. Thanks again and best of luck with your 36DC 👍

@Rubiomechanics 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome. My dc hit 24kts wide open. The trim tabs made a 2kt gain after I fixed them. I'm sure mine is heavier. Yours will do better.

@tamaralee4108 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent job! What was the non-skid that you applied on the deck areas?

@GT2Racer 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. The non-skid is Kiwigrip in light gray. www.pyiinc.com/KiwiGrip/

@tamaralee4108 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I have a26 foot fiberglass boat, built in 1966 by a company named Stamas, that I am restoring.

@GT2Racer 3 жыл бұрын

@@tamaralee4108 Stamas 👍 Good luck with your project!

@Karma-fp7ho Жыл бұрын

Can I ask what the secret is to restoring the mahogany paneling ?

@pdereniwski 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! Where did you get the stairs to the bridge?

@GT2Racer 3 жыл бұрын

The stairs are original to the boat, however they needed a lot of help. The stainless tube cleaned up just fine and was reusable but the steps were in pretty bad shape, some needed to be replaced. The only source I could find for a replacement for these steps came from buck algonquin / hydrasearch. catalog.hydrasearchrecreational.com/item/all-categories/aluminum-fly-bridge-ladder-steps-anodized/26st170100

@napoleonpineda7231 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent restoration but get rid of the cameramen, for future videos

@GT2Racer 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I'll work on that. Most of this was an afterthought, but I hope to do better moving forward. Didn't think that many would be interested. lol

@alancarver2511 3 жыл бұрын

Very impressive. Would you come work on my boat?!!

@GT2Racer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Alan Sure, no worries. You supply the beer! 😅

@jabbac56 3 жыл бұрын

@2:14 what’s was being applied to the deck and panels ?

@GT2Racer 3 жыл бұрын

The product being applied to the deck is called kiwi grip. It's a non skid coating used to create or enhance a non skid deck or topside surface. www.pyiinc.com/KiwiGrip/ I was faced with either a re gel coating with textured mold, or applying a product to the existing deck. I chose to go this route as it was economical and fairly straight forward. My deck was in great shape structurally, it was just tired and in need of a refresh. So this was the path I chose. Also should I change my mind in the future, the kiwi can be removed and you can proceed with an alternative product. My goal with this boat was for functionality and ease of maintenance. We'll see, time will tell. Thanks

@doubledprojectsltu4531 3 жыл бұрын

How much time from start to water ?

@GT2Racer 3 жыл бұрын

It took me almost 3 years from date of purchase to relaunch. Time and finance dictating much of the pace. There are still a few minor projects remaining, but they can be addressed as I go. I will try to cover some of them in upcoming videos. Boats like many other things are never truly done. 😁 I hope to have a walkthrough available soon to better describe everything that was done and why. But I am currently in the process of moving and may take a bit longer to get to it. Thanks 👍

@doubledprojectsltu4531 3 жыл бұрын

@@GT2Racer i.m working on my #sunmagicproject and yes time is what i need :) becaise of other projects :).. good luck and happy new year :)

@GT2Racer 3 жыл бұрын

@@doubledprojectsltu4531 Seems you either have the time and no money, or the money and no time. LOL I just checked out your project. Very ambitious and VERY cool! (subscribed) Good luck and Happy New Year to you as well. 👍

@doubledprojectsltu4531 3 жыл бұрын

@@GT2Racer thanks.. my #sunmagicproject i more for knowledge .. work with epoxy.. wood.. etc..

@vntgstks 3 жыл бұрын

Wheres the walk-thru?

@donho5818 3 жыл бұрын

Why all the music,drives a person nuts

@panacea407 3 жыл бұрын

Too many photos, not enough video (this is KZfaq you know), no narration or commentary, overbearing music. Good luck!

@GT2Racer 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I know. Gonna work on it. All new to me, really never intended it to be anything but a video reference for myself. I have been getting request for more information, I understand that. Will try my hand at a detailed narrated walk through soon. Might make for a good laugh. lol

@MegaBluebone 3 жыл бұрын

constantly filming vertically absolutely ruins the video.

@GT2Racer 3 жыл бұрын

yeah, I really need to stop using my phone. 👍

@nickv1021 3 жыл бұрын

I wish you would not have put music in the video it is not like that in real life, I would rather hear the people talking while they work so we could learn more

@GT2Racer 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nick. Much of this was an afterthought. Hindsight I would have done it differently. I hope to do better in the future with more instruction as I go...I didn't realize how many would be interested.