1988 Ranger 364V Boat Restoration!

[@lydiapawlak8564]

I love older rangers. Great boat restoration. I want to add my thoughts. I would have added an extended deck right down the middle to almost the consoles. with an added compartment like the new rangers have. Second, I would put Bob's machine works jack plate and raise that motor up to best performance and lock it down. Next, Fury, or Tempest prop 3-blade: get a pitch that gives most speed out of this girl. Next, one can fix that fuel issue and put new higher performance carbs and reeds on it; porting exhaust as well. I also would have got the newer ranger seats with middle step that folds up as an extra seat. Thats it. Boat would likely run about 62 mph, with load, and 2 adults. 67 mph with one person, 1/4 tank of gas, no gear. Getting higher performance parts for that motor is a plus as mentioned before. One other thing, change that impellor. But since this is a budget build; great job. My suggestions would add another let's say 4k additions to it, but would perform better as long as the motor is NOT too worn out....

[@rustishaklford5422]

Great job. Looks nice. I love the look of those 80’s ranger boats.

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Thank you Rus

[@jasoncain346]

I recently bought a 1994 Ranger 374v and I'm in the process of bringing it back to life. It was also well kept. The first thing I did was install a new Ultrex. Now I'm working on shinning up the gel coat. It's about the same color as your dad's just more white. I'm going to enjoy this project about as much as your dad did.

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Awesome!

[@johnodenbaugh31]

I have 90 model ranger 363v kenny rodgers classic I'm fixin to restore. My dad bought off a guy and put in the shed 10 years ago. I contacted ranger and they sent me the original invoice for the boat. It is #2 of the production of that special edition. Your brother looks great you can't beat the ride of those old rangers.

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Thats so cool!

[@williamriley2528]

I just bought a lightly used '91 Ranger 375V with an XP150 on it last week... I plan on doing the same thing as your dad...! Awesome Video.

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

You wont regret it! Thanks William

I got a 1992 482v bass master classic boat had almost its whole life and she been garaged its whole life . Love it and try to keep it up to date like new ones

[@jerrywalker2699]

Awesome job.. my boat is a 90 and didn't cost much but the fish don't seem to care!!! Your dad is very handy with his talent..

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Thank you Jerry!

[@user-ym9wb2mk5e]

Redoing a ‘91 361v with a Johnson 150 Fast Strike. Ranger makes solid boats, way better than my ‘98 Nitro I restored and just sold. Sad part is Ranger factory stopped selling original parts since covid started. Deck lids had stickers for all electronics and wiring was simple to redo. Now tackling the Johnson since they removed the VRO…. Almost done, then will focus on detailing gel coat. Your dads boat is motivating me to finish!

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Sounds like you have plenty to get looking good. Take your time and be creative she will come out great. Thanks for the kinds words.

[@kww1966]

Great looking boat! I miss my 73' Ranger

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Thanks Kendall.

[@brongthao6802]

Nice!! Just got me a 1982 375 ranger.. Love these old boats..

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

They are timeless boats for sure.

[@Richard31781]

Awesome job, I hope mine turns out like it

[@timothymilam732]

I had that very model down to the color of trailer, but had gray carpet throughout boat, and had the factory overstuffed bench seat. 1989 model with 175 black max with 12" jackplate, custom as prop, and overhauled with all the tricks done to it, with muffler deleted, it move across like no ones business. Ran extremely well, and with the ranger hull design and flotation system from back then, you couldn't ask for a better ride at any speed, in any type of water conditions. Smooth as any elite champion, are bass cat ever made. Makes me wish I never let it go, but something's are just beyond our control in life. But you've done excellent job refreshing her, but find the old bench seat for her. Then you'll know what riding in luxury is all about in a bass boat. Enjoy her, she's a great boat, and she'll never let you down either.

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Thanks Tim. I will let him know!

[@FreeWill-is-Love]

That’s the shit! Just bought one. Good shape.....not as good as your dads,but my buddy used it 4 times in 5 years. Got a Damn good deal on it. Carpet new, seats new.....gotta get it clear coated. Awesome project. Thanks for inspirational video. Your dad is of like mind. That is cool !

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Thanks bud!

[@slingnstixscrappiefishing8859]

Love your dads boat what a awesome job he done. Tightlines pal.

[@dbender3644]

I've got a 88 374v and mine looks almost exactly like your dads. I've got a full bench seat for the driver/passenger but I like the 2 separate chairs with the side storage on his. Mine was also sitting in a garage for 12 years and still has the original carpet, similar color to your dads and the gel coat still looks great. Mine has a 98 Rude 150hp on it and pushes me 61mph by myself. I've got 3 14gal fuel tanks though but I'm gonna tear out the Aux tank. I have no need for 3 fuel tanks and would love to get rid of the weight. Nice job!!!

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Thanks for watching bud! 61 is good!

[@philschueller767]

I have a 89 364v that I've had for 16 years. It's my 1st boat and we still enjoy it.

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

They are Great Boats Phil! Thanks for the comment.

[@dusty265]

Have restored a couple older Tuffy’s great multi species boats, but now in the Hunt for a early model Ranger. Looking forward to it! Great to see this boat!

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Good Luck Forrest! Thanks for watching

[@michellefrench1834]

Kevin’s boat looks awesome!! I saw the boat prior to upgrades. Wonderful job!!

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Thank you aunt Shell

[@ocbdaveocb1]

Awesome job on the restoration. I just bought an 89’ Ranger 350v with a 2000 yamaha 200hp on it. I’m about to do a full restoration on it as well.

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Thank you!

[@ocbdaveocb1]

Wanted to post again, I completed my remodel. They are good boats.

[@tomted62]

After watching this video, I decided to give a 1988 Kingfisher 19hpv a shot. Was worth the $$. Maybe I’ll see you out on one of the Ohio lakes this year.

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Thanks for the kind words Tom! Hope to see you!

[@shawndean8358]

You can't beat a 300 series ranger for ride , wish I still had my 89 , 354 with that mariner mag 2 on it . It would run low 70s and was the smoothest riding boat I've owned .

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Like an ol cadillac!

[@thedutchfisherman7078]

Man, that boat looks awesome! 😍😍👍 Only a petty you didn't show us any before footage.

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Yea I dropped the ball there 😛

[@gregwilliams4201]

Great looking boat your dad did a really good job on it love them older rangers you no it's bad when today a boat coast more than my house did every things going up but damn wages ....

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Thank you

[@mikz86ta1]

She's a beautiful boat. Still looks better than most newer ones. I'm looking at a 390v right now that's in good shape and a Winner Tournament. The Winner I want and is dual console but it's overpriced.

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Prices are tough anymore!

[@timg185]

Love those old Rangers!

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

He sure loves it!

[@wh1203]

Great boat! I did the exact same diamond plating on the trailer of my 1989 Ranger 396V, not to mention installing the Ultrex and NOCO charger as well. Very familiar restoring a similar old Ranger, and what a solid boat it has been.

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Thank you! He is excited!

[@truckdriver974]

Wow he did a beautiful Job

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Thank you!

[@jokinjoe9447]

Boat looks good I got a 1986 ranger 350v that looks and runs like brand new

[@thomasjml82]

I’m trying to restore a mid 80’s ranger 330v my grandpa gave it to me. After taking a shop vac to it I realized it needs new carpet. I wanna bring that sparkle shine back too. It’s all oxidized too

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Just takes some elbow grease!

[@CTRadventures]

Just got the 88 393v. Having a bear of a time tryinf to find a good place for the lowrance eagle 9. W the V haul and stepped back, its been difficult tryinf to find the place where i dont get turbulence or interference on it.

[@CTRadventures]

Recently replaced the fuel lines in the motor and upgraded the sparks and she runs like a champ it has the v6 150

[@lesclark257]

I just bought a 1985 350v real solid but im going to have to do some wet sanding and buffing put a 112lb fortrex on it and getting ready to put a couple of humminbird helix 7 on it

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Awesome!

[@horacelee880]

Great Rest video! I have a 361V i`m doing but I can`t find the opm fuel gage like on you boat .Wher can I find the original type gage?

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Thank you. I would say to watch e bay!

[@thermallkill]

I just bought a 330 v 1989 doin the same to her now--she need a lot of tlc gettn there

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

One thing at a time! She will come around.

[@Richard31781]

I just bought the exact same boat to restore.

[@cooksoutdooradventures3908]

Nice old boat man 🤙🏼

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Thank you!

[@acerayhill9790]

Got the same boat back in feb mines an 88 to mine is orange it’s finish is still amazing I’m fixing to put a deck extension in

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Awesome! He loves it!

[@odellpoff5762]

Found a 374V last week

[@odellpoff5762]

Looks great!

[@ohoutdoors5563]

Looks great!👍

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Thanks!

[@benbutlerfishing]

How large of rod can you fit on the rod locker? Can you do a 7ft 7in?

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Im not 100% i will have him measure.

[@bryanray2856]

I got a 1993 481v I love it

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Nice! Thanks for watching

[@stevenkirby7478]

Great job, had one myself and rue the day I traded it in for a Skeeter.

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Nothin wrong with a skeeter!

[@jamielawson3706]

I just bought a 86 ranger needs front deck replaced what is a good website to order stuff for this old of a ranger boat can’t really find much

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

It is tough for sure!

[@gabrielblair6553]

Hell of an old boat

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

I agree!

[@gabrielblair6553]

Blue Rock Custom Tackle I was in his class lol I graduated this year

[@damienschmersal1262]

I just bought a 1988 354V. How hard was putting the recessed pedal in and did he have any issues?

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

It was pretty easy! Just trace it drill a cpl pilot holes and use a jig saw. Thanks!

[@basssindylan]

Nice i have a 390v 19 love it i also have some upated goodys on her mine needs carpet and an seat skins i have the bench seat that im definitely keeping my carbs also leak alittle but they say they are supposed to do that its gonna be a lil work but best thing about it its paid off. Love it to death

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Heck yea. He ended up putting a newer motor on it runs awesome!

[@kensvideos5303]

Great looking old Ranger, he did a great job on it. Im curious about what those screws were going down each side of the boat were for. They are below the rubrail along the ranger stripes.

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Im pretty sure those were snap buttons for a canvas boat cover

[@erichepburn3260]

I just bought the same boat. What model seat pedestal fits this boat? Any help would be appreciated! Nice boat!

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Hey Eric. I will try amd find out!

[@mromar355]

Hello. I have a similar boat a 375v 1882. I have the two fuel tanks on the sides and also have two smaller plastic containers in the center right below the engine filled with blue stuff looks like oil. Does this mean that my Mercury is oil injected and if it is, do i still need to add the oil mixed with my fuel? Sorry, i know nothing about boats or engines im new to this. Thank you guys great video. Omar.

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

I honestly have no clue bud. Sorry!

[@riverratbassn333]

Nice bro!

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Yessir!

[@michealhudson4515]

I have the exact boat. I've run into one issue. Motor runs great once it is warmed up, but it's a booger to keep running cold. My question, is there a way to give it gas at start without engaging prop. A idle adjuster

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

He actually has since put a newer motor on it! Im sorry I wish I could help more.

[@witwoa108]

The whole throttle handle should pull out sideways from the side of the boat towards the interior. Then you can throttle it up in neutral.

[@atgtowing4367]

WHATS THE DIFFERENCE FROM THE 363V TO THIS BOAT

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Im honestly not sure bud But im sure google has some info

[@theloveofknife]

I have an 86 340v, I’m gonna do a restoration on it. I might hit you guys up with some questions. I’m not far from you, in jackson Ohio

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

Thanks Darren. Anytime we are here to help!

[@keschman2384]

I have a 393 check out the video I loaded up

[@bluerockcustomtackle]

I will do that!

[@keschman2384]

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