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Old 05-20-2009, 11:37 PM
avian22 avian22 is offline
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First of all, I just want to say that this site is very inspiring for me.

I bought my Seacraft like 2 yrs ago from my brothers next door neighbor, who had it abandonded under a tree collecting algea and foliage. He was using it literally as a storage container. I remember for the first six months after I first laid eyes on it, I use to sneak over the fence to go look at her to make sure that he hasn't completely destroyed it. I couldn't believe that it was a 30 year old boat. I finally got to the point where I couldn't take it anymore and started making offers. I think I kind of awoke the guy to what he had rotting in his back yard because he put it on the corner down the street and put a for sale sign on it after I told I wanted it. Thankfully, no one offered and I got it for $500.00.

I now have finally got it to the point where I will actually be able to start enjoying it this summer.

I am having trouble positively identifying the hull. It's a cc. 1976 (I think). I'm lookin forward to postin some pics to see if any of the incredibly skilled and knowledgable people on this site can help pin it down.

Just one last thing / I'm extremely exited to read about some of the restorations and knowledge that oozes from this site. I'm going up to Marine Mechanics institute on Friday to apply for financing so that I can start my training in Nov. and I hope that I will ever acquire the skills that are displayed here. I realized now that I should have done this 10 yrs ago. Boating is in my blood and I've been distracted by the "easy road" for far too long.

BTW - If anyone has an opinion about Marine Mechanics institute in Florida. I'm all ears. This will be a big career change for me. Hope I'm making the right decision.

Thanks!
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Old 05-21-2009, 12:48 AM
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Good luck with the new yacht and new career. It won't be long and folks will be thanking you for all of the wisdom you have to offer us non-skilled guys.
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Old 05-21-2009, 09:55 AM
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Just read your post with question concerning MMI.
My son went to MMI and really did learn a LOT. He is presently employed full time as a cert Merc Tech. and enjoys his new profession.
He still refers to his education there as the best he's ever had, that includes high school and college. It's interesting to hear him and his friends talk about their jobs and to see how many of his friends are unhappy with their choices.
Good Luck.
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Old 05-21-2009, 10:20 AM
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Man. . . you just allowed to exhale a little.

Thanks for the reply. It has been near impossible to find any reviews about MMI. The only

Hearing about your son, makes me feel a whole lot better. I will be away from my wife, 2yr old son, and new born for 14 months. It's nerve racking not being able to find reviews, because I'm doing this for our future, and I don't want to miss 14 months of my family for nothing.

Anyways!

Thanks again!
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Old 05-21-2009, 10:59 AM
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Welcome Avian to CSC

Use the 'Search' function and you will find help on your hull ID and many other questions or post the number (off the title or on the transom starboard side above the lifting pad eye and I'll help you
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Old 05-22-2009, 11:53 AM
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My son is a MMI graduate and was employeed 8 years at a reputable dealership. He has gone into business for himself and is doing extremely well. He still does alot of work for the dealer he used to work for as a sub contractor all their marina jobs. After you get out of MMI go to work for a dealer that will send you to all the schools to be certified in the different brand motors it is well worth it. I wish I had done this when I was younger. My second son is now working at a dealership as a tech and following his brothers lead.
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