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I am looking for a couple things to complete the restoration of my 1985 alumacraft lunker. I need to paint it and I am looking to paint it a flat color similiar to that of the ducker boats, does anyone know who is in the market for painting boats, Ideally not the high priced dealers. I am also in the market for a trolling motor but I am looking for any dealers who sell used motors. Any information would help guys, just want to hopefully get things done in time, open water is coming soon. Unfortunately I am on a budget

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Most auto-body guys can paint it if you want a professional look. I have tried painting my duck boat; you need to etch the aluminum and I haven't been successful with the paint staying for a long time. That isn't a problem with a duck boat, but you may not want a fishing boat that has a pealed paint look.

I was fortunate to find my electric trolling motor at a garage sale. Guys who upgrade their motors will sell their older models at times.

Good Luck.

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For the motor...there is a marine electronics business in Fridley/Columbia Heights that sells factory reconditioned units at a very good price. Many are simply damaged during shipping and allow you to save hundreds. I got one that never saw water, looked brand new, with one year waranty for $200 off retail. Flawless for the last four years.

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As for the trolling motor, not sure if you are interested in rigging it yourself but its not that big a deal.

Plenty of places to find a used motor... Craig List, the big online auction house, etc.

I took my time and shopped well. When I pulled the trigger, I found a couple year old Minn-Kota PowerDrive V2 70lb 24v AP for $250. I had to drive 3 hours to get it but I thought it was worth it. So far so good!

I mounted it, wired it, and added a 3 bank on-board charger all myself. Wires are easy.

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For the motor...there is a marine electronics business in Fridley/Columbia Heights that sells factory reconditioned units at a very good price. Many are simply damaged during shipping and allow you to save hundreds. I got one that never saw water, looked brand new, with one year waranty for $200 off retail. Flawless for the last four years.

It's called Fishlectronics and it's on University and about 50th. NE.

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