Bayliner Ciera 2450 Project Boat Restoration for the Great Loop, Part 1 Purchase/Clean up Update
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- Welcome to the first video in our new series! I've purchased a 1988 Bayliner 2455 for $600, which will be the vessel for the next leg of our journey on the Great Loop.
The boat was in rough shape, but in this video, we begin the cleanup process. You'll be amazed at how much a thorough cleaning can transform this boat. Join us as we dive into the restoration, which will include installing new carpet, an engine, cabinets, a hard top, solar panels, and much more.
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thanks for all involvement, but we have a winner. I paid $600.00 dollars cash!
Wow…. What a deal
A boat like that in the UK ,with an engine (even not running) would be going for a country mile more than $600, that's the one thing I miss about living in Florida, cheap, well-made, bulky boats
Looking forward to following along!
At least they threw in the street sign😂
Man. I'm looking at one of these now. How tall are you. I'm 6'4". Will I be able to stand below deck?
Lookin good Mike! Very excited to see the transformation. I think you should name it “Good’r Times” if you ever need a hand let me know!
Thanks bro, I really like the name. I have been wondering what it was going to be. I was planning a video to get input for the new name. We could always do a collaboration on a vid. Maybe when I go pick up the new engine.
I have the same exact boat. I redid the interior and some of the exterior paint. LOVE IT!
Very cool!
Looks great Mike, when I was a kid living in Florida, it was always my dream to buy a fixer upper, one of those bulky big ol 32 foot pacemakers. Never came to fruition, maybe in another life. But I understand your passion for doing TLC on a boat, very satisfying
Right on, you know what I am thinking.
@@CaptainMike1965 Yes sir
Very happy for you and looking forward to the continuation of the journey!
Thanks Shawn, me too!
Mike, I had stopped following you and Zoff after your split on the Loop, but saw a couple of your recent videos and am back aboard now. I hope your health is improving every day. The new boat project is gonna be a fun watch. Good times!
Thanks Panacea, welcome back aboard. Yes I am loving this one already!
Looks like a great project! I hope you have good time fixing her up!
Thanks Frank, I will.
Its so good to see you back doing life and it looks like you're having a blast. Ben a while since i heard you say..."It's gonna be a Good Time!". Cant wait to see the outcome. Keep on keepin" on! 👊
Thanks Mike, the sickness took it out of me but it is back!
Fantastic!! Can't wait to see how this develops. Great Loop here we come!
Absolutely
$600 that’s awesome!
I know you’re great at figuring things out and making it work.
We have a 2001 2655 5.7 Mercruiser Bravo 3 and it is an amazing running boat. I like that it’s the biggest thing I can trailer. I did have to put in a new long block, but it was totally worth it. Cheap too.
Good luck Mike!
Thanks bro. I was definitely looking for something in that range but didn't find one needing the work like this one. The project is half the fun.
Congrats on the boat, this is exactly what I have done on Long Island. I got my boat dirt cheap and worked on it, cleaned it up, etc.. One of my friends was convinced that I had bought another boat when he saw mine at the dock a couple years later, he thought I was pulling his leg because I painted and polished the boat, it looked new. I also have the same outdrive, OMC Cobra. I know a lot about those outdrives so just shoot me a message if you need help with it. I have the damn king cobra, they are super rare now with the 7.5l ford. 350 cobra version still has most parts available. The whole reason these boats are sold cheap when the hull is perfectly good, the damn owners are too dumb to maintain them.. It costs over 200 grand to get a boat like mine brand new, completely insane..
Yes I agree, I will have effectively a new boat when complete. Although I am switching out the 305 for a 350 and converting the outdrive to SEI similar to Mercruiser.
I purchased a 1987 Bayliner Ciera 2150 for $700.00 in 2018 and it runs good
Awesome. I also purchased the same boat for parts among other things. So many things I have pulled off her. I should have this one running very soon.
Good looking boat and trailer for $600.00. I would imagine you will go over the engine and outdrive before you restart your great loop trip.I shall look forwards on seeing the videos of you getting it back into shape. I also like that you are keeping the name GOOD TIME and adding a 11 behind it.
That's the plan! New rebuilt motor and brand new outdrive.
@@CaptainMike1965 When you go on your trip carry a spare impeller for the outdrive,on OMC they can be changed with the boat in the water.
Mike, if anyone can get that old girl up and running, it’s you. I’m so excited to see the progress. It already looks so much better!
Thanks Thomas, it is amazing how just cleaning does.
Mr Clean doing his utmost to make the Good Times look amazing!!!
haha, yes it will.
Just getting caught up on your channel. Very happy to see you in better health. But I must say your crazy! This is a huge project to take on. Anyway now I'm going to watch the next video.
Haha, you are not the first person to think that. I am blessed to be feeling as good as I am.
Glad your health got better. Wow even for $600 I would of passed on that Bayliner. Better boats and deals out there esp better condition.
Yes you are Correct Dennis. But this will be a great project boat and I hope to help other with the same boat to see what is possible.
Look forward to watching the journey, captain Mike. Very exciting.
Thanks John, that makes 2 of us.
Good to see you back and working on good times 2.0. I have also just brought a project boat and started a TH-cam channel on the hope to get lots of advice. Good luck on this adventure I can’t wait to see the progress
Hi Steven, shoot me a email with the details. We might be able to do a livestream together. mike@michaeljaysteen.com
Does this mean if it is good times 2.0 I win a t-shirt 😂
Glad to see you feeling better to take on a new challenge. I'll be watching your progress. U hang in there
Thanks Bruce, I plan on doing just that.
Love this direction! Inspiring and addicting to see the next one!
Thanks for following along.
I wanted to travel the loop back north in a smaller fixer upper boat too but the Admiral isn’t having it,,lol
haha, you let here see the gold, she ain't going backward lol
Bayliner 25 ft 1990 454 motor good shape ,$9,000 craigslist tri-cities tn . GOOD LUCK WITH THAT ONE .
Hey Joe, yes I wouldn't trust any other motor on the loop. You seen what happened when you attempt a trip like that on a unknown motor.
Lookin forward to the renovation Mike.Follow that dream.
I am going to, God willing.
I have a red 1986 2455, so super excited to see you fix it up.
Thanks, I will laying out next video what all my intentions are.
Bro..I love your determination and vision. I’m thinking of finding a “hurricane boat”. Something I can fix up and throw a new motor on… a year project! 🤙🏼
Yes, that would be great. When finished, you will know what you got and it would be a great project.
Amazing what a little pressure washing can do. Looking forward to following your project Mike ! Best regards from Deep Creek, Va. !
Thanks USN. Love me some Deep Creek area. You will enjoy when I get the Loop videos caught up and come through there.
Looking foward to seeing you up around Great Lakes
Yes sir, me too.
I like Bayliner good boat and that one will make a nice weekender
Yes sir. However, I am turning it into a cruiser. Adding frig, shower, solar panels, etc. Stick around, it will be cool.
Super excited to see the progress on this project. Great to see you having a Good Time again!! Keep it up!
Thanks Kendall, it fires me back up for sure.
$350. Man it was good to hear, "it's gonna be a good time" again! Can't wait for the restoration videos!
Close on the price. I paid $600.00.
I had a Bayliner 246 Discovery - roughly the same layout. It had limitations for a solo looper so I sold it. The things that bothered me were solo anchoring - no quick access to the bow, and I couldn’t reach the mid cleat from the helm for solo docking / locks. Good luck. I’ve had three Bayliners.
Yes I am going to enlarge the hatch forward and new windless.
for that price pretty nice, definitely will be a fun journey ahead, ones things for sure.... good times are ahead!
Good Times ahead for sure.
I’m excited to see how this turns out. The only issue I see is that it’s a single engine and both you and Marty had engine troubles during your previous stint on the Great Loop.
yes that is possible, I may have a kicker on it tho. This is a very good point and will use this question in a upcoming live.
Awesome and exciting Mike. The layout looks perfect and a great boat for the loop. Can’t wait to see the progress on this.
My guess is $500 (probably way to low of a guess)
Regards
Mark
Mark you were close, I paid $500.00
Hek yeah Mike, First and foremost, you are looking good! Thank you Jesus! I am so excited to see what's around the next corner? Good Times II will be there, cant wait!
Thanks Ken and I thank him every day! This boat will be a lot of fun both on the rebuild and when we get underway.
I admire your courage lol. You are looking great Mike!!! I like how you found that old boat and can see the hidden potential. Looking forward to following your progress. Cheers!!
Thanks KTR. I will be interesting for sure. Can't wait to get her out there for the shake down cruise.
WOW , good luck
Stick around and watch how I transform it.
You were right! I didn't think there was a 2455 worse than where mine started. lol Like ya said though little by little it will come back to life. There were a few times on mine I thought what a mess I got into but as things come together you get more driven. And when its done you will know it from top to bottom and know its done right. I love the design but the only thing I really wish it had was the wet head. I wish I had tried to install one when I had it torn apart. It looks rough but there is so much potential I'm sure you will turn it into an amazing boat If you have any questions let me know ill be glad to help.
He bro, hope all is well with you. I have an idea about the shower situation, basically adding the hot water and shower at the washdown. I thought a lot about the wet head route but decided it was to much work. Shoot me a email so we can chat a bit and maybe do a live together. mike@michaeljaysteen.com
Of all boats had to choose a Bayliner!!
There is some thought behind it. Bayliner is a very popular boat. They produced a ton of them. I really like the lines and was looking for the 26 with the hardtop but couldn't find one for the right price. Second is that boat is very searchable in google. When I complete all the project planned, this series will be great for my channel. :}
Good to see you around and kicking ass
thanks, I am doing my best.
Hey Mike, new subscriber here! Loving your motivation and desire! You've got a lot of work ahead of you but judging by what your other subs are saying, I think you're the man for the job!! Good luck and looking forward to following along with your progress! CHEERS from Prince Edward Island, Canada! 🍻
Welcome aboard Tom, glad to have you. Yes I have done several project boats but this one probably will be my best. With age comes experience and some mistakes I made in the past I will point out and not do again.
I’m looking forward to this!! Can’t wait to see you back on the loop!
thanks, me too. This summer is going to drive me crazy as I couldn't get her ready in time for this summer. Summer of 2024 look out!
$2000 Really looking forward to seeing your new project series! Thanks for having us along!
thanks, it should be a great series. I paid $600.00
Going to be a great project. Can’t wait to see its back up here Va!
Man you got that right!
I can't wait to see the progress on your boat. I'm going to guess around 700 bucks. As always thanks for bringing us along with you Mike!
close Kevin, it was $600.00
@@CaptainMike1965 😁👍
750 my guess wow did that clean up or what!! i had an 86 2150 for 18 years glad to see your looking good capt mike!!
thanks, I am feeling good, sorry but I paid $600.00
Hi Mike, I've watched your channel since you started the great loop with good times. I also have a Bayliner its 19 years old, and I love it. If you need any info I've done some videos of my experience and maintenance and repairs that may help you. Great Video Bro! Peace!
Hey bro, shoot me a email and let's chat. Maybe we can get together and collaborate on some vids. I am sure I will have some questions for you. Mike@michaeljaysteen.com
Hey Mike, looks like the makings of a nice boat there, but it's sure gonna take a whole bunch of work. Looking forward to future updates. Sray safe & well - Dave. 👍👍
Thanks Dave, yes it will be some work but I am up to the task.
You need a 454 chevy in that bad boy with a mercruiser stern drive!
Mike you are right on. I am going to see what it takes to upgrade to the 5.7 as it had the 5.0 now. I am definitely putting on a new SE1 conversion from OMC. It will be great.
This is great! Congrats! Can’t wait to see the transformation! Best wishes!
Thank you!! 😊 Just got in some new goodies for the boat, vids to come.
Smaller boat is nice...no need to winterize, drop the trailer in the water and tow her home.
absolutely %100. I may some day do another larger boat but I may be over them as well. Something nice about not paying that monthly marina cost :)
I'm going to say $750 but it's going to be priceless when it's done 👍 can't wait to see it progressed
It will be when I am finished. I may never sell this one as when I get done, everything on it will be new. Also I paid $600.00
Pull the engine and drive, glass and support the transom and mount an outboard bracket with swim platform on it. Get a good used outboard and controls and move on. The engine compartment becomes a huge locker.
Brad I thought a good bit about that but the price of new engine is around 10 to 12 thousand. I wouldn't trust buying a used engine on that long of a trip and that is to much for just the engine. I won't have much more than that in the project and I will have a new rebuilt engine I can trust. I am also putting in a new I/O. Good points tho, I will add these statements in on the next livestream.
$425. Looks like fun! Think about a transom bracket for a big outboard. Use the engine bay for a generator. Fun times on Good Times Too
Thanks Christopher, it actually already had a bracket. I t appears it came from the factory like that. I will show it better in the next video.
Good to see you back buddy
Hey, thanks
1800 dollars lol I have the same boat and love working on it , it going to be my loop boat
Excellent, are you documenting the build.
@@CaptainMike1965 no it in the storage yard in tell next month when I get a spot in the work yard hear in green cove springs
1,000 bucks. No less no more! Good luck!
Thanks Robert, I paid $600.00
1500.00! cant wait to see it done and your back on the water!
Thanks Tony, I paid $600.00
I super excited for you capt. Can't wait to see how this is going to turn out. 1250 is my guess...
Thanks Haden, it will be great, I paid $600.00
Yall got it good in Florida, boats a plenty. Someone would ask $3000 or more for that in Texas lol
I hear ya. We do have many.
Hello from New Zealand, loving the Bayliner rebuild, I've just picked up a Rinker 265, with leaking tank and lots of TLC needed, your DIY is great. Are you still on track for the loop in April?
Welcome aboard, I decided to do so much more than I originally thought that I many not even maike the Northern section of the loop this year. I will however do the section of Florida I didn't do last time. From Ft. Myers, down around the tip back up to Port St. Lucie.
$5.600. Great platform to start with Mike.....she's a Gem Clark. 💎 lol.
I'm excited to see you work your carpentry magic inside.
Lol i hope he didn't pay that much she has seen a lot better days
@Dean Fulford idk about Florida but boats are expensive in any shape up here. In NC that float lol
I paid $600.00. All that was really important to me was a solid hull, best I can tell she has that.
@@CaptainMike1965 well I was close...minus the 5k. Lol
Awesome deal.
I think the name of the boat should be “No Outlet”.
That's what my wife said.
That's what she said 😆 🤣 😂
I did actually think about it but I love the Good Times name and there are other reason. I am going to do a video on naming the boat. Chime in on that video.
Hey Mike! I'm betting you got the boat for free. I'm stoked to see you work on it. I've got a similar one that needs a little TLC, so looking forward to seeing how you recondition her.
Well pretty close to free. $600.00. I am stoked as well. Waiting on the windless to get here later this week. I need it to determine where the new chain locker will go.
Congrats on the Bayliner! I have a 2560 Trophy Flybridge that I paid 2K for. I say you paid 800 for that what looks like a 26 foot Cierra.
Very close James, I paid $600.00
i wanna be like you, loved it
No way I'd do the Great Loop in this boat. I've had a '87 2450 for over 20 years so I know the boat well. Great weekend boat for 2 people, but just too small for extended stays. No hot water and the cold has hand pumped faucets. Tough to wash your hands when one of them has to pump the water. I replaced the 2 faucets and installed an electric pump just for that reason. You will run out of water pretty quickly as it only has an 11 gallon tank. Same size for the waste tank which fills up even quicker. There's virtually no counter space, the kitchen is very cramped. No generator so creature comforts like A/C are out of the question. Fuel tank is only 55 gallons which limits your range considerably. I'd launch mine in Calumet Harbor (southern tip of Lake Michigan on Illinois side), run around the tip of the lake and back up the east coast to the warm water beach around the Indiana/Michigan border. Hang out for the day at the dunes then cut across to downtown Chicago for the July 3rd firework show. I would have to fuel the boat up @ Burnham Harbor to assure I had a reasonable amount of reserve fuel to make the run back down to Calumet Harbor. The weather on the Great Lakes can change very quickly, and in the summertime storms will build without being forecast. If you get caught up in bad weather and high waves, you'll go thru a LOT of fuel. Another problem that plagued me on that boat (and most boats for that matter) was a decent vacuum. I probably tried close to a dozen 12V vacuums and they were all pretty useless. They don't pick up heavy stuff like sand very well and you spend way too much time trying to use them. Probably the biggest issue was the OMC Cobra outdrive. Mine failed, had a very difficult time finding rebuilt units. Finally found one out of Florida for $4000, installed it, and it's leaked water into the gearbox ever since. Rebuilder would warranty it but required me to ship it back to him at my cost. It was cheaper for me to buy the gaskets/seals and do it myself. Never got around to it, decided to go a different route. Still have the boat, shame, way better condition than this one sitting on a good trailer, and I'd of sold it for $2000. Only real issues with it is the coons got into the cockpit and tore-up the L-lounge seat and the interior cushions are dry-rotting. I fixed all the leaks on it so the interior isn't too bad. The side windows and front hatch are notorious leakers on these boats. After the coons got the lounge I started getting some leaking into the aft cabin area from around the mounting screws so they got sealed. The bow pulpit was rotted so I pulled that off and replaced the bad wood.
My solution: I bought a bigger boat! None of that 2 foot-itis, I got 6 foot-itis and bought a 30' Doral Prestancia that solved all my issues (but added a few). Holds just over 130 gallons of fuel, I think the water tank is 34 gallons with an 11 gallon hot water heater, 26 gallon waste tank, twin 4.3L Chevy's driving Mercruiser outdrives, 3.3kW generator, Heat/AC, microwave, and the best feature: a Central Vacuum!!!! It's made by Tiger-Vac which specializes in industrial vacuums. It also has a dedicated front berth so you don't have to break down the table to make up the front berth which was always a PITA. I added a couple of 100w solar panels that help keep the house batteries up. I have 2 refrigerators running all the time. One panel wasn't enough to keep them running and put a bit of charge in the batteries so I added a 2nd which keeps up nicely on sunny days. I boat a bit different, I try to spend 1-2 weeks on the boat for the 3 big summer holidays anchored in a cove. My sister has an 18' SeaRay that we use for playing, fishing, and as a taxi to shuttle visitors back and forth to the ramp. Downside is the maintenance of all the additional systems and winterizing all of it. I'm like you, fully capable of doing all maintenance/repairs myself so it isn't that bad. If I actually had to pay somebody to do it all, it would be cost prohibitive. I still wouldn't want to try the Great Loop in my Prestancia, I think even it's too small for that trip.
Hey Marc, thanks for the response. If you like, lets chat offline about the things you bring up. Many people have some of the same questions or concerns. A lot of the items you bring up have already been addressed on the boat, I just haven't put out the videos. That being said, maybe we can do a video about them. Since I have a lot of new subscribers, it will help bring them up to speed also. Shoot me a email at mike@michaeljaysteen.com and we can get together on a time to chat.
Name it "NO OUTLET"😅👍 It's sweet!
Good Times 2.0
Good to see you up and around again for sure!!!
How are the stringers and transum? Also. parts for those OMC's are getting hard to find
Thanks Will, I am feeling great. The stringers appear to be solid as well as the transom. I checked that pretty close. You are correct on the OMC and that is why I am upgrading to the SEI which is basicly a Mercruiser outdrive.
@@CaptainMike1965 yea, I had one of those Cobra's and it was great when it was adjusted right and I liked how the water pump could be replaced easily. But getting that shifter adjusted correctly was a real pain and they had that damm dog clutch in there.
The Boat was FREE !
That would have been nice but it did cost $600.00
Go brother go
Thanks Harold.
So what is up with the Bayliner?? We haven't heard much about it for a while. Love your videos!! THanks
I have an update video coming soon.
Oh, man, you are a glutton for punishment!😂
haha, I enjoy this stuff, crazy I know.
OMG Mike!! What were you thinking?
haha Joseph, judge me at the end. If you would have seen some of my past projects, you would understand. I just didn't have a TH-cam channel then.
I have no clue what you paid,but it’s already looking great!👍
Thanks Jules, it is amazing what a good cleaning does. I already have a few things ordered to start the rebuild.
800 all in
Close Trevor, $600.00
How much did he pay you to haul it off? (Just kidding) I recall the proverbial definition of the term BOAT… Break Out Another Thousand. You got this. Looks good!
Invest in a gallon of E-Vap-O-Rust. That stuff is the BOMB on cleaning up rust, and it’s reusable. I’m following a guy in BC who’s restoring a Monk Cabin Cruiser. He has a wish page on Amazon & followers buy the stuff on the list for him. Odds & ends.
$1200
haha, I hear ya. I paid $600.00 She will be sweet when I get done with her.
Well I hope I am Wrong but I think you have lost your mind we will see that is going to be 100% rebuild other than the chell I hope the stringers and the transition is in good shape and the outside part that prop go on the rest is just time an hard work and a lot of elbow Greece. To me for that big of a trip myself I would say that boat is little too small
Size wise, it could be a litter bigger. The section of the loop from Tampa to Chesapeake I have already completed was done on a 32' Carver. A boat like that is right at the limit of single handling. This size boat is easy to dock and manage a locks as there will be a lot of them on the next leg of the loop. As far as me loosing my mind, you wouldn't be the first person who thought that lol My ex would agree with that! :)
Congratulations on the new to you boat, you seem to be having fun and you look happy and that's the bottom line! I look forward as always to the upcoming videos. Do you have a guesstimate on the splash down. To be honest while you were sweeping you sped up the video and I thought something was after you, maybe the creature fro
haha, I just wished I could work that fast. That's a good question. I will add that in on the next Live Event.
what do you think about OMC i am from Ontario Canada and they say they are junk
You have great vision to buy this boat. How did you know it’s seaworthy?Looking forward to this project.
Mike I did inspect the hull a good bit. That was the most thing I was concerned about. Sometime soon, I will put the plug in and run it down to the lake just to be sure.
Glad you have started your project.. looking forward to watching the build.. gonna guess you paid.. $7500 for her
Thanks Clyde but I paid $600.00
Nice!
Thanks!
$1850.00 is what you paid. Looking good!!
Thanks Gary, but I paid $600.00
Who is your engine guy? I have a need for some engine work, thanks Will
They ship rebuilt engines if that is what you need. They are in Ft. Lauderdale. The guys name is Angel 954-966-6440.
Nice to see you Mike. $1000
Thanks Rick, close but I paid $600.00
$0.00.....its gonna be a GOOD TIME....
wished I got her for that but I did only pay $600.00
At least a Regal or Sea Ray
Didn't want to put that much money in one that I would replace the motor and drive in. Also I was looking for the boat with many projects. I enjoy doing these. I have done several boat very similar.
600$
Dean I think you were the first person to get it right. Shoot me a email to mike@michaeljaysteen.com. I will confirm with you and get the shirt out.
@@CaptainMike1965 i sent you a email yesterday
😅great boat 2600
I paid $600.00. Now I can put in a lot of money to fix her up.
Free
I wish.
Oh no an old Bayliner. Worst quality control out of any boat manufacturer in the 80s. Found that out the hard way after I bought a Bayliner trophy for restoration. I would almost guarantee every bit of wood in that boat is rotted. Good luck!!
Sorry to hear that but so far just where someone installed the windless and didn't do it properly. I took good care making sure the hull was solid. I think you will be impressed once the project is complete.
fun project mike, $700.00
Close Triple, I paid $600.00
Hopefully it floats 🤭🤭
Yes!, hull seems to be in really good shape.
Why do 2023 Bayliner boats have a glass bottom?? So they can see the 2022 models!!
I hope not with this one.
@@CaptainMike1965 I'm sure it'll be fine Mike especially if you're doing the work
Are the floors solid Mike??
Yes Tom they seem to be. The hull is what I paid the most attention to when purchasing it. I walked and sounded the entire boat. The floors in the cabin also seem to be solid.
@@CaptainMike1965 thanks for replying Mike I will keep watching and hoping everything works out perfectly
You think you had problems before
Martin this boat will be almost completely new when I finish. I think I will have less.
2 grand!
$600.00 John.
$435 If you didn't pay more than $2k you got a deal!
I got a deal Kirk, I paid $600.00