Thread: Ranger 373v Restore Project

Reaper, if you haven't been over there, BassBoat central. Those guys have a lot of info on restoring boats and have lots of Insite on on how and where to get stuff. Probably several Ranger restores over there. Makes me sick every time I see a great piece like that just left to rot. Saw a Champion rot to the ground over here and guy wouldn't even talk to you about buying it. Got your work cut out but will be worth it in the long run. On your trim, the brushes are probably stuck from setting so long. Might try putting power to motor and tapping the end of motor with something like a large plastic screwdriver handle. Would be best to take motor apart and clean armature and make sure brushes are sliding back and forth in holders good. That front switch shouldn't have anything to do with it.

Originally Posted by cray

On your trim, the brushes are probably stuck from setting so long. Might try putting power to motor and tapping the end of motor with something like a large plastic screwdriver handle. Would be best to take motor apart and clean armature and make sure brushes are sliding back and forth in holders good. That front switch shouldn't have anything to do with it.

There is a good chance that I might get the entire motor on Saturday after the guy sells the cowling and the Carb cover to someone else. Think of the spare parts I'll have.

fishorgolf, you just have to shop, advertise what you're looking for, keep your eye open in your travels and don't be afraid to stop and discuss it. Some folks will sign over the titles and let you drag them off!