boat repair

[slab slayer]

Does anybody know of a good boat repair shop around Kato? The decking in the boat is developing a big mushy mess towards the back of the boat and I am looking for a shop to do it. I heard of a place somewhere around hear but do you think I can remember where I heard. If anybody would like to refer a place I would have huge appreciation!

[Dotch]

It's a little ways away but there's a place near New Richland that works on stuff like that called Bakken's Boat Shop. Know the owner well and have done business with him. Does good work & he's a nice guy. Depending on which side of Mankato you live on, the place is 35 - 40 miles. Phone number is 507-465-8337.

[Mike Walerak]

My boat is at Pemperton Power Sports in Pemperton right now. Andy is a great guy that will not screw you!

I had my boat at a nameless dealer in Souix Falls and they told me I needed a new powerhead. Andy says all I need is a new head gasket. I like the looks of his bill better. I am always willing to give the small guy business. Tell him you heard it from me. Email me and I can give you his number

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[Valv]

I second Steve Bakken in New Richland, he's an expert on this kind of work.

Mike W. I heard too that in S.F. and central S.D. there is no dealer or mechanic worth their money....

[slab slayer]

THANKS DOTCH AND VALV THAT WAS THE ONE I WAS TRYING TO THINK OF! THE NUMBER IS WHAT I DID NOT KNOW, NOW I DO! AND AGAIN THANKX!!!!

[dougger222]

I've met Steve at the Bakken boat shop and he's a really nice guy to deal with. Brought a fiberglass car part for him to repair and he was very helpfull.

Go to his shop and look at his display boat.

[Dotch]

You're welcome. Actually Bakken's are our neighbors to the north. Richard still owns the boat shop (I think) and Steve is his son. I consider them good friends, the kind you can count on when the chips are down because we have. We are very lucky to live by them.