Pilothouse built by Ryan at Off the Hook Boat works is here!! Install will happen on Saturday. Looks great. Will post pics after install
Very cool ! Looking forward to hear how the install went and what you think about it, don't forget to take some pictures !
It is exciting to see more the Pilothouses coming out of the mold.
The build quality is pretty amazing. He is a total craftsman. Looks like it came from the factory.
how heavy is it in that configuration? can you stand on the roof?
I'll get you a nice SS emblem to go on there. :jester: :jester: :jester:
Quote from: Chevyeater707 on November 24, 2021, 04:12:35 PM
The build quality is pretty amazing. He is a total craftsman. Looks like it came from the factory.
Cant wait to come do the install with you Saturday!
This is gonna be Gooood ! Can't wait for the pictures :popcorn: :flagwave:
This is gonna be Gooood ! Can't wait for the pictures :popcorn: :flagwave:
Quote from: Chevyeater707 on November 24, 2021, 12:04:37 PM
Pilothouse built by Ryan at Off the Hook Boat works is here!! Install will happen on Saturday. Looks great. Will post pics after install
Very nice looking pilot house. Do you plan on reinforcing or bracing it down somehow to prevent any sway when going over chop? Only if you are comfortable with sharing the info, how much did it cost to get that done in case a fellow 19SR wants to do something similar? While I like my HT, I have always wanted more head clearance and bigger side windows and possibly a sturdy enough frame that would allow me to stack some things on top like a cooler or prawn or crab pots.
I am fortunate that Ryan who built the pilothouse is down here and going to help install this Saturday. Don't think it needs any bracing, it's super solid. Weight is not bad, maybe 125-150 lbs. I don't know about standing on the roof. Certainly seems like it will be fine but I would have to ask Ryan about that. Pilothouse was $5200. Not sure if price has changed since I ordered
Pics of the boat and pilot house are definitely a must. But, if you managed to sneak in more of the car, it might be a nice "bonus".
Quote from: mariner on November 24, 2021, 08:02:07 PM
Quote from: Chevyeater707 on November 24, 2021, 12:04:37 PM
Pilothouse built by Ryan at Off the Hook Boat works is here!! Install will happen on Saturday. Looks great. Will post pics after install
Very nice looking pilot house. Do you plan on reinforcing or bracing it down somehow to prevent any sway when going over chop? Only if you are comfortable with sharing the info, how much did it cost to get that done in case a fellow 19SR wants to do something similar? While I like my HT, I have always wanted more head clearance and bigger side windows and possibly a sturdy enough frame that would allow me to stack some things on top like a cooler or prawn or crab pots.
19ht is a different helm/cockpit than sr19.
That's like leaving the fish to find more fish...
A better pic of that red rocket please. :beerchug:
Here is a better picture of my car
I thought it was an SS. Now it makes sense "Chevyeater707" my Duh ! She's a beauty. 455 Wildcat ???
Yeah, sweet car (and hardtop). My dad had my grandpas 67 riviera GS with 430 fully restored to be his work car. We were actually just talking about muscle cars and I commented on the 67 Buick grand sport. Great looking vehicle and 67 might be the best single year for muscle cars.
How close is this one?
(http://www.arimaowners.com/gallery/15/92-251121191918-159051656.jpeg)
Quote from: Wiley on November 25, 2021, 06:57:02 PM
I thought it was an SS. Now it makes sense "Chevyeater707" my Duh ! She's a beauty. 455 Wildcat ???
I thought it was a Ranchero. Love the Buick, the Grand Nationals are pretty slick too. I have nothing against any make for the record, all in jest..
SS is for salmon slayer on my ride. :fishing:
This one has the baby V8, original 300. Always wanted a Skylark. First car was a 65 Lemans. Just wanted something to cruise around in until I drop a nailhead in it. Have to do that when it's not fishing season. 65-67 were all pretty close, just small differences that make finding parts a challenge
:clap: Nice looking car. Thanks for the pics.
Quote from: Chevyeater707 on November 26, 2021, 07:01:22 AM
This one has the baby V8, original 300. Always wanted a Skylark. First car was a 65 Lemans. Just wanted something to cruise around in until I drop a nailhead in it. Have to do that when it's not fishing season. 65-67 were all pretty close, just small differences that make finding parts a challenge
It's always fishing season around here ! :fishing:
QuoteCant wait to come do the install with you Saturday!
Well? Is it done yet? Where are the pictures? :jester: Can you tell I'm Jonesing for a pilot house!
Here are a couple of pictures of our pilot house on the Sea Ranger model. Came really close to fitting, but they have a slightly different top cap than the Sea Chaser model. Nothing we cant fix! With a couple of little modifications they are sure to fit nicely!
You can see the issue we had in the last pic... not to bad!
Looks good and having a pilot house on the SR looks great! Sucks there was a minor hiccup, but glad to hear it's something that can be easily addressed.
Quote from: AJFishin on November 28, 2021, 10:09:04 AM
Looks good and having a pilot house on the SR looks great! Sucks there was a minor hiccup, but glad to hear it's something that can be easily addressed.
Ya, the top cap is the same shape, just a little flatter from front to back.
Install went good thanks to Ryan. Boat rides way better with the pilothouse on. Ran out the gate today. I think the little bit of added weight up front helps. Handles the chop great now.
What was added to fill the gap under the windows?
Also, any plans on how you are going to finish the bottom rear edge? Looks like there's a big gap in the sloping section.
Other than that, the PH looks great on the Sea Ranger!
When stanley and I built ours we figured out very quickly theyre not the same with a few measurements
Ryan is going to fab some new pieces out of Coosa board and gel coat to match. Should fit and look good when done
Quote from: Chevyeater707 on November 29, 2021, 04:54:50 AM
Ryan is going to fab some new pieces out of Coosa board and gel coat to match. Should fit and look good when done
a shim?
Can anyone installed windshield wipers on one of these yet? I'm curious how & where the motors would mount.
Quote from: Chevyeater707 on November 26, 2021, 07:01:22 AM
This one has the baby V8, original 300. Always wanted a Skylark. First car was a 65 Lemans. Just wanted something to cruise around in until I drop a nailhead in it. Have to do that when it's not fishing season. 65-67 were all pretty close, just small differences that make finding parts a challenge
I had a '70 GS455 from 73-79. With a TH400 trans, posi, AirLift bags in the rear springs, Koni shocks, a welded hitch and endless torque, probably the best tow car I ever had for my race boats. One of several cars I should have kept. Yours looks really sweet.
Quote from: christianbrat on November 29, 2021, 09:43:35 AM
Quote from: Chevyeater707 on November 29, 2021, 04:54:50 AM
Ryan is going to fab some new pieces out of Coosa board and gel coat to match. Should fit and look good when done
a shim?
Ya, something like that....
Quote from: kriznol on November 29, 2021, 12:27:53 PM
Can anyone installed windshield wipers on one of these yet? I'm curious how & where the motors would mount.
I will be mounting mine when I get back in town, I will post pics for sure.
Can you see out the window when seated? More than just the sky obviously.?
I can just barely see out. Easier to stand and drive. Going to get higher seat boxes for both sides for sitting on long rides
Looks great, nice addition for sure. Getting out of the elements makes for so much less wear &tear on during a day fishing. Well done !
Just a quick update. Have taken the boat out a few times since the pilothouse install. Love the way the boat rides now. Lost a little off top end speed but the ride quality makes up for it. Still waiting for Ryan to make the filler piece for the front bottom. Was hoping to have it when he was down here but not sure of that will happy now
Does anyone have an update on installing windshield wipers? I'm also wondering how these fiberglass pilothouses (or other aluminum pilothouses) do with condensation? It seems like condensation/dripping could be an issue here in Coastal Oregon without some sort of interior insulation.
I don't know how helpful this is as my own house is different from Ryan's... but as a point of reference or trivia:
My PH has near zero condensation. The wood core might be working as an insulator...? On some very wet nights at sea I've had a little bit on the inside of the windows though...
And my wipers fit just fine, I could take measurements if it helps...
Quote from: kriznol on December 15, 2021, 12:25:03 PM
Does anyone have an update on installing windshield wipers? I'm also wondering how these fiberglass pilothouses (or other aluminum pilothouses) do with condensation? It seems like condensation/dripping could be an issue here in Coastal Oregon without some sort of interior insulation.
You will need glass windows if you plan to run wipers otherwise you'll destroy the windows surface pretty quickly
Hoping Ryan gets his wipers installed so we can get some ideas. If you could take some measurements on your install that would help. I have gotten very minimal condensation on the inside. Will try and install some sort of defroster/blower to help if needed
Quote from: Chevyeater707 on December 15, 2021, 03:11:37 PM
Hoping Ryan gets his wipers installed so we can get some ideas. If you could take some measurements on your install that would help. I have gotten very minimal condensation on the inside. Will try and install some sort of defroster/blower to help if needed
If you tell me the dimensions of the windows I will do the trig for ya, but it should be pretty simple to calculate. most are 80 degree wiper motors. You can use the arc length plus wiper arm length and wiper blade size to calculate the required mounting location and arm length for the window. pantographic wiper arms will be optimal
Awesome, thanks. I will measure tonight. Thanks for the help
Quote from: Chevyeater707 on December 15, 2021, 04:38:23 PM
Awesome, thanks. I will measure tonight. Thanks for the help
not to condescend, but don't forget the angles
Quote from: disposable on December 15, 2021, 04:41:05 PM
Quote from: Chevyeater707 on December 15, 2021, 04:38:23 PM
Awesome, thanks. I will measure tonight. Thanks for the help
not to condescend, but don't forget the angles
True that's an important part. Too bad they cannot be mounted above the window. that would be best