86 Ski Nautique Restoration (Part 8 New Carpet)

In this video, we install all new carpet on the sides and main floor of the boat.

[@nafod32]

As a commercial floor cover I will say you did a fine job on carpet sir! As for those vinyl transitions (you call them tracks). You should be able to find those at a flooring supply house. Maybe try tools 4 flooring or Fishmans flooring.

[@purse60]

I just watched this on my tv. A lot of hard work, but it’s beautiful!

[@SweetMagnoliaHomeDecor]

Thank you for your videos! We are doing a ski boat restoration now. Hopefully we will put carpet down soon.

[@garyjanzig8500]

Love the Channel! I have 1994 with 2150 hours on it. Just replaced the whole steering system on mine. May replace my carpet next winter while in storage. My driver seat has a different base than you 1992 so I am still trying to figure out how to remove it. I am going to try making a pattern out of contractor paper before tearing mine out. Hope you are not missing out on any ski time!

[@MakeSkiBoatsGreatAgain]

Man, I didn’t ski one time last summer. Will definitely change that this year.

[@garyjanzig8500]

@@MakeSkiBoatsGreatAgain The 1992 looks great! The '86 is looking real good so far. Can't wait to see it when it is done.

[@ruddyditch2157]

I’m restoring a 1979 and really like how this turned out, how has it held up and where did you order your carpet from?

[@MakeSkiBoatsGreatAgain]

It held up great. My wife ordered it and can’t remember where she got it from. Sorry.

[@dylandennis3976]

what is the color of the carpet?

[@Rwalter0729]

Doing my 176 soon. Where did you order your carpet from and which weight? Thanks for the informative videos!

[@MakeSkiBoatsGreatAgain]

I’ve had a couple people ask and am not sure. My wife is going to look up the order and I’ll let folks know.

[@MakeSkiBoatsGreatAgain]

She ordered it from boatcarpetoutlet.com Deluxe 20 oz Got a 6X18 for the two sides and a 8X21 for the floor.

[@jamesahr2634]

Was curious if you replaced, any decals if so where did you get them looking for rainbow decals for my 86 Thanks

[@MakeSkiBoatsGreatAgain]

I replaced all decals (there’s a video of it on my channel). You can buy them at nautiqueparts.com. However, they don’t give color options anymore.

[@jamesahr2634]

@@MakeSkiBoatsGreatAgain thanks for information

[@jkotchey]

Do you have a link of where you purchased the carpet from?

[@MakeSkiBoatsGreatAgain]

Don’t, so sorry

[@robertryan1965]

Approximately how much time did the entire process take? Want to do my 1990 Supra Mariah but want to get an idea of what I’m getting myself into first. Either way, great work and I’m enjoying following along on your projects.

[@MakeSkiBoatsGreatAgain]

I'm about to put out the next carpet video which will consume about half the time. I'm not really leaving a lot out of these videos so... Maybe 6-8 Hours total???

[@colbyedwards9217]

What kind of wire brush did you use to remove old carpet remains and glue? I stared with a flapper disc and I think I’m going to deep.

[@MakeSkiBoatsGreatAgain]

I’m not exactly sure what to call it. The wires are pretty heavy duty and look like they are in individual braids going around. I could have easily gone to far into the fiberglass with too much pressure or time in one spot. Very much a quick and dirty feel job.

[@jimmycrayton9254]

Did you replace the pylon? Any experience taking one out? Having issues with mine and looking for guidance.

[@MakeSkiBoatsGreatAgain]

I did not have to do anything to it. I’ve never messed with one but hear it’s a pain. Sorry, and good luck.

[@claytonknowles4160]

how many gallons of glue did it take you to do the whole boat?

[@MakeSkiBoatsGreatAgain]

Just a 1 gallon bucket should do the trick.