ML Boatworks GSX470

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I bought an ML Boatworks GSX470, and had a chance to do a quick test fit assembly of the kit, and then disassembled it, Mike makes a high quality kit! I started gathering parts for the build. The mailman delivered my CP Mods 29.5 engine over the Christmas break. I picked up some West systems 206 and 207 hardener for the build. I am getting a list ready of the parts I’ll need for the build, and gonna start to order. Once I get the parts gathered up, I’ll start a build thread. The posts maybe a little slow.
 

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No time like the present !!!
Get after that sucker,, would make a great winter project to be ready for racing later this year... 😉 🍿

Chris, did you make the move from Florida to where the ponds turn solid this time of year?
 
No time like the present !!!
Get after that sucker,, would make a great winter project to be ready for racing later this year... 😉 🍿

Chris, did you make the move from Florida to where the ponds turn solid this time of year?
We are still looking, I’m working in Texas right now, so I’m kinda gathering parts. Then I’ll have everything to complete, once I start it. Got the important part out of the way, the cpp mods 29.5, can’t wait to run it.
 
I was back in Florida for a few days, and I decided to work on my GSX470. I got the framing done of the sponsons, and framed up the hull. I wanted to assemble using G-Flex 650 epoxy, but it was not available at the West Marine locations near me in Florida. I bought some of the West Systems G-Flex 655-8 thickened epoxy for the build. Everything went together nice, and with some clamping and sanding, all is square and straight. I will be leaving for another 6 weeks, for work, and will continue once I get back to Florida. 834CA241-7909-4F1E-A38C-CA7B55EB150D.jpeg59579333-856E-4FA4-8AF8-1889D026CD24.jpeg62F5F6DB-6FF7-4439-87A8-1708F593B437.jpeg96C5B2EF-B538-4B5C-8C17-DACA05568B12.jpegA416F92D-D267-457E-BCFE-661C1CB6F194.jpeg3139D923-5119-4A2C-A4EE-544550553200.jpeg9F2ABD64-DACE-480C-A0CC-A2BEAEB59F89.jpeg
 
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I bought an ML Boatworks GSX470, and had a chance to do a quick test fit assembly of the kit, and then disassembled it, Mike makes a high quality kit! I started gathering parts for the build. The mailman delivered my CP Mods 29.5 engine over the Christmas break. I picked up some West systems 206 and 207 hardener for the build. I am getting a list ready of the parts I’ll need for the build, and gonna start to order. Once I get the parts gathered up, I’ll start a build thread. The posts maybe a little slow.
How can I get in touch with Mike I've tried everything. Trying to buy a 48" mono.
 
I wanted to post some pictures of the progress on my GSX470.
 

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I know it’s been some time since my last post. We have moved back to PA, and have a little more time to work on the hydro, here are some updated photos of the build. Just need to clear it and start the assembly process, and then maiden.
 

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Well I finished up my route in Iowa and was able to get some more work completed on the GSX470, I got it cleared and started to do final assembly. I will post more as I have time to work on it on the weekends.
 

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Was able to work on the 470 this weekend, and the got the magnet mounts complete in the hull and on the cowl. Other than painting the cowl, putting a nyloc nut on the turn fin, and a few odd n ends she is finished and ready for maiden
 

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