The Center Console Project #35 Installing the T-Top.

Now that the majority of paint work is behind me it is time to start putting the boat back together. In this video I am installing the swim steps, The T-top, hatches, hose cubbies, and the fuel fill.
I hope you will enjoy watching!

[@arthuredgar8994]

Can’t wait to see her in the water Barry your getting close!

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Arthur When I was making a living in the heavy construction business we used to say that the last 5% of the job used up 50% of the schedule. I hope that doesn't apply to boat renovations! Barry

[@arthuredgar8994]

@@barrylukebuilds7894 I know how that goes far to well buddy I am a GC in Delaware.

[@TylerSchaidt]

If u did not silica/resin n seal off the inside of the cut out for the floor hatches you will be re doing your floor.

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Thanks for the tip! If you a referring to sealing the cut edges of the hole in the deck then great minds think alike. It was done. Thanks for watching also! Barry

[@Crewsy]

It’s great to see when you run into a “roadblock” you quickly find a detour. The white paint is definitely an improvement over the beige. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Thanks Wayne! And thanks for watching and commenting, it means a lot. Barry

[@lawrencefranck9417]

Unbolt it from the sides of the console it get the foot down

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Lawrence You are probably correct on the procedure but maybe a little late in your timing. Thanks for watching! Barry

[@mgav1975]

Hi Barry what did you paint the t top with did it hold up?

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Well it has been a while but this is what I remember. I treated the bare aluminum with a product to pretreat aluminum, not a paint but I guess some sort of acid etch. Don't remember the brand but there are lots of similar products out there. Then primed with a two part primer from the auto paint store and finished coat with the same paint I painted the hull with. Again it was an auto paint. Sorry I don't have many details but the brand you use will most likely depend on the brands your local paint shop handles. And so far it has held up to a lot of non use.

[@victorsantos3779]

Berry nice work im realy impress

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Thank you Victor! Barry

[@danssv8]

Well done mate , been watching a bit of your videos and you done a impressive job . Nice.

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

DPS Thank you for the kind words and thanks for watching! Barry

[@edstimator1]

Dude! You are amazing!

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Please tell my wife!

[@dominiciadicicco8935]

Good work old-timer. Very informative. You're a tinkerer like my old man and it looks like it helps. I love to watch it come together. I am learning a thing or two as well. I can't wait to see the finished product.

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Dominic Thanks! I too am looking forward to launch date. Barry

[@davidholly1579]

I looking at my old formula 233 sitting hard for many years,at 65 I'm a wondering if I have it in me. Barry you have the dream almost done, enjoying the inspiration you have.

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Thanks David Never give up! Start today, what's the worst that can happen? Thanks for watching Barry

[@dvphlps01]

Great videos. Great work. Just came across these and it’s almost identical to my current project. Where did you buy your hatches? And are you happy w quality?

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Thanks David! The hatches are DPI brand, sold on Ebay and other places. And kinda like I was expecting, nothing to brag about. Actually the one over the bait tank is going to need some sort of stiffener added, it is very limber. Barry

[@ricardoreis489]

Barry I must say that I've been enjoying so much your project. That is my dream boat . Perfect for fishing I'm sure there are very few people that would even think of starting a project like that from scratch I'm very impressed. Very good job Can't wait to see it in the water Take care

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Ricardo you are my favorite viewer today! Unfortunately working with one's hands for pleasure has become kind of abnormal these days. Not that I was ever normal, but I have always felt the need to be working on something of fixing something. And how I am in my happy place. Thanks Barry

[@gjordan456]

Coming along very nicely! Enjoying your videos, looking forward to the next one!! Any thoughts on what’s next after this project is finished? Maybe some fishing videos?

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Mr Jordan, thank you. So many really good fishing videos out there I might have to shy away from that. There might be a chicken coop in the future. Barry

[@dkight18]

Barry, thank you for making these video’s, the T-Top turned out great. I think the idea of taken an old tired cabin cruiser and transform it into something useful. Thanks again

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

DK Thanks for the thanks! Barry

[@1bad2wd]

I am impressed is an understatement ! This is coming along great, youve been giving me motivation to keep going on mine. Thank you for the footage

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Get Bit Thank you for the kind words, they keep me going! And go get to work! Barry

[@KnottsFishing]

Great job. Top looks great on the boat!!

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Thanks Man, I am pretty happy about how it is coming together myself. Barry

[@powderhogg01]

you inspired me to rebuild my dad searay. I am at the point im about to glass stringers in. I am curious what paint your using on the stuff like the stringers and deck

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

G.O. Kind words are always apricated! Your wife might not like me very much though. I have used various brands of epoxy because I get them for free. The stringers see no sun so anything that is compatible with your resin should be fine. The deck needs a quality paint of some sorts. Enjoy your build. Thanks again Barry

[@powderhogg01]

@@barrylukebuilds7894 bonus of being single and no kids.. no nagging.. except from the bank account

[@medicmcauley6729]

Fantastic craftsmanship. Looking great!

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Thanks Medic! I apricate the positive comment. Barry

[@kirkpowell6161]

Another great video!

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Kirk, and another kind comment. Thanks Barry

[@saltyhooker5785]

Keep the progress coming! She's looking like a boat again!

[@barrylukebuilds7894]

Yup, looking better all the time. Thanks Norcal Barry