Wow. This crew is super active. I'm on a few forums for boats and one for my campers but only one other that isnt brand specific(WakeGarage). Its neat how many people are here with a common interest.
Dont need to overshare or "gush" bit figured since some expressed interest I'd respond and elaborate.
Farm dog, the difference between what I can afford and what I would consider is vastly different as a mechanic. If $ was no object I'd be looking at a Bean Marine, Riddle, or Hells Canyon Marine aluminum jet. What I can afford is a wrecked, sunk, flood damaged, copart, or otherwise "mechanic special".
Jjmparsons, that's one of my favorites. That's the confluence of the Snake and Salmon River. It's a meeting of two different boat clubs on the river(some came up, some came down).
I made good friends with a mechanic at the jetboat shop in town last year and that kicked this whole jet boat thing off. Last winter he did the welding and fabrication(and was his idea) and I just helped with engine/electrical/bilge/trailer work on a mini jet. I attached some pics and some may recognize the hull as a kit. It is and credit where it's due, JetStream is the bees knees.
Thanks for the warm and friendly welcome. Will lurk around, try to help with stuff I know about, and sit back and learn for a lot that I dont. This forum seems to rock!!
Not to be that guy AT ALL but my buddy who is the brains behind the mini idea wants to build some more and sell them. Not trying to be the guy that shows up an solicits, but wanted to throw it out there if anyone is jonesing for a mini. I'm just here to talk about boats.