OK guys...More questions about the 550 I just picked up this weekend...There are a few stress cracks in the hull, it still looks good but as long as its not running yet I might as well do the job right. I want to reinforce areas on the hull, but I dont know where to do it! are there any specific problem areas that I should start with? also, whats the best way to do it? Next step, I remove the intake and plate...there was a bunch of silicone sealant lining the edges, should I reseal those areas? does this seal the pump and help with the holeshot like ont he GPR's? Once done this ski is gonig to be sweet...black with custom yellow flames....and has just been sitting for the past couple of years....Thanks for the help, also if anyone has a starter for this model shoot me an email..Thanks, Scott

one more thing..I need to touch the paint up a bit..Very small scratches and chips here and there..I need gloss black and canary yellow..Anyone got good recomendations for type of paint? Again, not repainting whole components by any means..truly just for touch up..I dont care if the yellow doesnt match perfectly either...just looking for brand suggestions..I dont know much about marine paint...S