1973 Tsunami 23' - New Buy - Work Started

[johnnywalker]

Hi Guys,
New owner's of first Seacraft a 1973 Tsunami - 23' WA. The boat has been out of the water for close to 20 years. We plan on re-powering her and updating and adding several additions with the plan on splashing her next Spring.
Any help, suggestions and past experiences is much appreciated. We will post up as many photos and updates throughout the process.
Original OMC Motor and Drive to be replaced, Going thru the options currently. Any past experiences or thoughts on best power for her? We want to keep the power a I/O as first choice.

1st question for you guys?
Tried to pull the Fuel Tank today and she seems to be epoxied to the stringers and we cannot get her to budge, she is snug in her spot and there is no way to get underneath her without cutting the deck or Ply fore and aft.
Any ideas or past experiences on pulling a tank?