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dhcomp
09-18-2017, 11:06 PM
Some of you may have seen my post in another thread.

I recently purchased a 1996 Donzi Classic 22 out of Illinois, and its on it's way back to California for a new life on Lake Tahoe.

I've loved Donzi classics for a long as I can remember. I need to track down the photo of me in a Donzi shirt when I was 5.

Been seriously searching for a 22 Classic for Tahoe for the last 6 months, and found a deal outside Chicago that was too good to pass up.

1996 Classic 22
454 EFI, Bravo 1
400 ish hours
Fire Suppression
Newer Sony Bluetooth Head Unit
Switchable exhaust
Red/White.

Sides were repainted at one point, but it is chipping along the water line. I'll run it for a few years and let it prove it's worth before I spend they money to repaint.

Current plan is to get it in the water as soon as it's delivered, and see how it does. Want to get a few days in before the season ends, but it's been sub freezing at my house in Truckee, so winterization will happen before it comes home.

From there, goal is to mostly run as is. Want to add the middle cleats by the front of the windshield, as close to the stock location on the new ones as possible.
Next step will be stereo. I love a good boat stereo for idling in, hanging out in the middle of the lake, etc. Big wetsounds fan on wake/ski boats, but we'll see what I end up doing here.

Tracked down a small Sony remote that was discontinued (RM-X11M), and planning to reuse one of the smaller dash holes by the driver. May hide the exhaust switch under the dash and steal that hole for the remote. Need to measure and see if a 10" or a 12" sub fits best under the bow, and get new speakers with an Alpine PDXV9. 4x100 and 500x1 RMS will do great, and be an efficient amp for this configuration. Second battery in stock configuration is also in the plans. Other than that, working on fender storage plan, as well as some cupholders and accessory storage pockets, all while trying to maintain a stock looking apperance.

When looking for detail pics of these boats, i found the internet lacking, so here's all i've got.
https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B6EAl9ePEdv9ejVvbW1fWm1udlU


I'll add underseat storage, ski locker, and under bow pics when i get them.

Enjoy!

Capevettes
09-19-2017, 07:07 AM
Great looking boat. You will feel like that kid when you're running that big block on Tahoe. Enjoy the new toy.

Carl C
09-19-2017, 07:46 AM
Looks good. You're freezing already? We're enjoying weather in the 80s in Michigan.

dhcomp
09-19-2017, 10:48 AM
Still nice during the days, but Truckee is regularly the coldest place in the west. Mid to low 20's at night this week.

So, better safe than sorry. Will do some block drains a few times before I give up and do the full winterization

Pat McPherson
09-19-2017, 11:58 AM
Finishing up my 5 season of owning my 22C. I've not ever had a boat for 6 seasons but looks like this one may stick around.
Any questions fire away.
You'll Love the boat!

TBroccoli
09-19-2017, 01:06 PM
Nice find. I looked at all your pictures. Thanks for posting.

Did you run the boat for very long without a water hookup?

SKnies
09-19-2017, 01:09 PM
I have a '96 22 and live in Grass Valley...actually closer to Colfax. You're more than welcome to come by and see my setup if you'd like. I hope to be launching in Tahoe for a couple days next week if the weather cooperates. When are you expecting delivery?
Scott
530-949-7226

dhcomp
09-19-2017, 01:10 PM
Nice find. I looked at all your pictures. Thanks for posting.

Did you run the boat for very long without a water hookup?

A friend ran it just long enough for that video. The boat will only get used a time or 2 before impeller replacement, so not too concerned.
Have proper flushing setup on its way so I can run it on the hose in the future.

dhcomp
10-09-2017, 02:15 PM
Having a hell of a time Shipping this thing.

It was held hostage by a shipper for a few weeks. Back in “my” possession now. Hoping to get it on the road this week.

45171
10-10-2017, 12:07 PM
Having a hell of a time Shipping this thing.

It was held hostage by a shipper for a few weeks. Back in “my” possession now. Hoping to get it on the road this week.

I know a lot about fright shipping, if you have any questions get in touch and I'll be happy to help any way that I can. 937.618.0699

dhcomp
10-10-2017, 02:02 PM
Thanks! Think I have it figured out now, but will be in touch if I have any other issues. Thanks!

dhcomp
10-20-2017, 07:28 PM
Finally got this thing on the road. Will update when I get to see it for the first time!

dhcomp
10-23-2017, 11:25 AM
It’s here!!!!

45171
10-23-2017, 12:51 PM
It’s here!!!!

Let the good times begin!

Gerk
10-23-2017, 08:50 PM
Great boat.
My classic 22 is still in the water if you want to take yours out and run her.
I am looking for a reason to go for a cruise. Prob gonna pull it out soon.

Not a lot of boats left in the water these days.

I will have to get you a Lake Tahoe Donzi Club T-shirt



86287

dhcomp
10-24-2017, 01:15 PM
For sure!

Where’s that one live on Tahoe?

Struggling with inspection cost for 1 day. Tahoe may wait til next season. Plus, the bilge is embarrassing. Needs some love before an inspection.

dhcomp
10-24-2017, 01:15 PM
And for those on tahoe, what are you running for props? I’ve got a 21 on there currently, and Ran about 4500 rpms wot at 5000’. Think I need to drop a size or 2

Gerk
10-24-2017, 10:31 PM
We have 3 moorings just outside of Garwoods restaurant and it usually stays there, but since weather was crappy last week, I moved it to a slip at Star Harbor right next to the boat ramp.

When I pull the boat, I will let you know what the prop is. I have a TRS drive, but I am not sure if that makes any difference. All Merc should be the same (I am assuming)
This boat has always been a Tahoe boat.

Inspection for 1 day seems dumb this late in the season. You could always go to Stampede or Boca just to run her

dhcomp
10-27-2017, 01:38 PM
Yep. Stampede is the plan. That blue and gold one is older, correct?

I commented on it and asked what year it was this summer, while shuttling Into garwoods from our Malibu. Small world!

Gerk
10-27-2017, 04:20 PM
Yes it is.
Its a 1982
Quite a lot of fun.
Really bummed that I just had to pull her out for the winter. Time to winterize and get ready for storage.

Pismo
11-27-2017, 10:51 AM
Now you have had it for a few months..How is it going?

dhcomp
12-01-2017, 01:13 PM
It’s good. Finally got it, had it in the water twice. Got what I expected. Needs some love here and there, but I’m happy with it overall.
Put it away for the winter, and gathering parts to get it up to my standards in the spring!

dhcomp
06-11-2018, 01:05 PM
Boat is alive, big stereo install complete, and been out on tahoe a few time!

Who’s in a similar boat? What prop are you running?

What did I hear about a tahoe classics group?

Happy boating!

Pismo
06-13-2018, 09:37 AM
I hve a 96 22 with a stock 502 merc. Bravo 1 drive with MPlus 25. Best with that porp was 74.5mph gps. Labned 27 mplus got me 75.5mph gps. Need tight steering and lots of trim. Fun boat.

RickSE
06-14-2018, 09:54 AM
We also run a Mirage + 25P (lab finished) prop. We have a fairly heavy 22C with a 500EFI and primarily boat on Powell at 3600'-3700' elevation. We bump 75-MPH at around 5000 RPM I believe. I like the Mirage and the way it carries the bow through rough water. You're quite a bit higher at Tahoe aren't you? Depending on you power I'd probably start at a 23P.

dhcomp
06-14-2018, 10:53 AM
Tahoe is 6200'.

Stock MPFI 454.

Currently running hte quicksilver 23P

Gerk
06-14-2018, 10:23 PM
Our 22 will be going in soon.
Just doing some pre summer maintenance.
I have a 454 with TRS drive, so my propping might be different. Maybe not

I will have to get you a Lake Tahoe Donzi Club shirt.
Its just the beginning of a club that is. We do have quite a few Donzi's on this lake. Not enough in my opinion. Too many Cobalts

dhcomp
06-15-2018, 09:25 AM
Sounds like a plan. Let me know when you get thr Boat in!

SKnies
06-15-2018, 12:27 PM
Would like to meet up with you guys sometime. I live in Grass Valley and trailer my 22 up to Tahoe a couple times every summer. Usually launch at the Coast Guard station. Let's do it!
Scott

dhcomp
06-15-2018, 01:44 PM
Sounds good! I live in truckee so I Trailer too, so either launch at coast guard or spend weekends in south Lake.

Headed out tonight for father’s day weekend. First one to garwoods wins.

Gerk
06-15-2018, 02:37 PM
Do you have to go by boat?
I can hit Garwoods with a rock from the cabin.

dhcomp
07-02-2018, 11:14 AM
Who’s classic is moored just west of garwoods? Looks newer.

86660

22classic
07-15-2018, 02:57 PM
I’m in for a meetup, I’m in rubicon bay.