Update.
The ol riverrat has been revitalized.
50 HP 4 cycle Suzuki motor. Brand new, dunno if that was on there when I posted this thread.
First day it is supposed to be over 60 degrees and not raining were headed to the Mississippi River.
The new grille is on it's way. Once that is secured to the new rear deck it will be complete. Fold out chair in place, my sleeping bag is in the storage compartment. Me and Knitro the bee dog will be FISHIN for days at a time!
Anyone who wants to take a fishin trip is welcome. I have ONE spare bed and a couch, oh, and a roll up queen size foam pad for emergencies.
Cig lighter and 1000 watt inverter to charge phone, plug in laptop etc, etc.. I can't wait to break my current record. 62 3/4 lb Flathead. Looking for 80 plus pounders this summer!
Hope you're ready to go fishin Ted!