Kunena Site Syndication http://www.fiberglassics.com/ Mon, 20 May 2013 00:43:27 -0400 Kunena 1.5.7 http://www.fiberglassics.com/components/com_kunena/template/200907_the_lips/images/english/emoticons/rss.gif http://www.fiberglassics.com/ Kunena Site Syndication http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/homelite-bearcat-4-cycle-outboards/new-to-glassics/page-4#77780 I'm assuming you've now went with a coil with an internal resistor? You say you have eliminated the orange wire, is this the wire from terminal strip to the coil? Eliminated completely or replaced with a regular non resistor wire? Mon, 20 May 2013 00:24:50 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/just-awesome-boat-pictures/page-10#77779 Last one, hope you enjoyed. http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/P1010013_boat_13.JPG Mon, 20 May 2013 00:19:41 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/alumi-classics/what-is-this#77773 LOL what a hoot, looks like someone stole their wife's picnic table cloth on that one boat!;) Sun, 19 May 2013 23:41:48 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/member-projects/1964-fabuglas-fury#77772 Better view of the dash Sun, 19 May 2013 23:13:29 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/sealing-my-temporary-drain-tubes#77771 ok guys you all have created a monster in me and my boat. the question of the day is i bought copper tubing to plug my drain tubes in my transom until the seacast sets up then i can form my permanent tubes in. i got the 5200 sealer to hold the tubes in place, the Question is will i be able to remove the sealer and tubes when the time comes or should i use another sealer for temporary jobs. ??????????? i am going to use wax on the tubes so i can remove them , i thought about plain duct tape, the seacast is not really runny so that might work and then use the 5200 for the final tube installation . any ideas billy http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/PICT0023.jpg http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/drain_tubes.jpg Sun, 19 May 2013 23:08:06 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/jamestown-distributors-videos#77770 thanks mark i am fiber glassing the transom now and i need a little learning . i went to youtube and there are a few but nothing on my subject . but i learned one thing your gonna screw up that is what is so nice about fiberglass you can fix it eventually.. emphasis on eventually thanks for the tip bud.. i will be pouring next weekend if i can get a few dry days. billy Sun, 19 May 2013 22:42:42 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/hauling-a-boat-long-distance-wheel-bearing-advice#77769 Thanks so much to everyone for all of the tips! I just got back this evening. Here's what I did: Replaced all eight bearing and race sets. Replaced the 4 seals. I was able to get them from a local auto parts store for about $25 per hub. Packed with grease. Had welded the fitting that holds the swing arm from the front axle to the rear axle. Inspected closely all 4 springs and mounting hardware and had the two rear springs off for the weld repair. Checked every nut and bolt for integrity and tightness. In other words I had most of the trailer apart. The axles looked good. Replace the (4) 4.80x8 tires, wheels and lug bolts with new 5.70x8 tires and wheels. Inflated the 4 new tires to 40psi (rated 50psi max). Kept speed on trip to 65mph and under with a few 70's but very few. Got real lucky and made it the 2,400 miles home without incident! Thanks for all of the great tips including those that said 'Don't even think about it!'. Sun, 19 May 2013 22:05:01 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/aristocraft-nineteen-and-funliner-windshield-swap#77768 Not sure, but believe the nineteen is wider than the funliner. A bud has a 1975 nineteen. Could measure against my 63 funliner. Sun, 19 May 2013 21:46:27 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/dixie#77767 MarkS wrote: Some folks do have a narrower set of parameters as to what qualifies as a true "Glassic", and that's okay. (Labels are just other people's opinions IMHO, everyone is entitled to their own right!?) Good looking runabout, please do share some more pics and reports on your Dixie. (The 70's section is one of my favorite hangouts, even though I've NEVER been a fan of DISCO anything! LOL ) :) Mark, the reason for my above statement of "I don't know about "fiberglassic" comes from the original premise of this site calling 50s-early 60s fined/syled boats "fiberglassics". Before this site, they were all just old boats to me lol. Heck,70s and some 80s boats will prolly be the newer glassics someday if not already IMHO. Sun, 19 May 2013 21:38:07 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/rustoluem-boat-paint-job#77766 Waterwings wrote: Tractor Supply Co. also carries it, if there's one near you. The Valspar hardener anyway. Bob TSC changed all the Valspar products out for their own private label Majic paint products. The hardener too. Applies & performs the same. Sun, 19 May 2013 21:14:25 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/jim-savage#77765 Jim, your in our prayers buddy! Bob Sun, 19 May 2013 21:13:06 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/just-joined#77764 Erik, Welcome aboard, beautiful cruiser you have! Bob Sun, 19 May 2013 21:05:53 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/tach-position#77762 The plywood jig sounds like a great idea! A hole saw wallowing around on the dash would be a very bad day lol. Thanks for the boat comment. Robert, my dash has texture on it I couldn't repair so I'm going to VERY careful lol. thanks Sun, 19 May 2013 20:54:13 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/rear-view-camera#77761 Hey frank, sorry I'm late to this, was in Baltimore all weekend for my daughters graduation,master's in Speech Pathology. Woo Hoo I get a pay raise! Well anyway I made a couple of polls with earth magnets on the bottoms. Actually cut an old 1/2" metal pipe "cheap badmitton pole" about 45" or so I think (did it a while ago), attached two earth magnets from an old hard drive and put an old tennis ball on top of each one. Stick one to the top of the receiver and one on the hitch and presto, look in the rear view mirror and line up the balls as you back up and when they're about an inch apart stop and check, should be able to crank right down on the ball and good to go. Same as the telescoping ones at Harbor Freight and saved $20 or so. I have a backup camera on the Equinox and it really does come in handy. Thought about one for the truck. I'll have to keep this one in mind looks great! Bob Sun, 19 May 2013 20:49:08 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/help-tuning-my-flying-scott-60#77759 well according to my parts book it says the PN for the condenser is a 332B-115 ill look around tomorrow to see what I can scrounge up I also need to replace all my ignition components I cleaned my cap as good as possible but would still like to have another spare on hand. The cap PN is 332-255 the rotor PN is 332-256 and the points number is 332b-135 keep in mind these are all the original numbers I will see if I can find some new numbers like I said tomorrow Sincerely Chance Sun, 19 May 2013 20:41:40 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/outboard-bbq#77757 I've heard a few stories about doing them but I know one thing. Trying to fish downwind of a anchored houseboat in the process of cooking on one makes it hard to fish. One fellow told me about making a smoker and using wood pellets for a wood heater in it. Sun, 19 May 2013 20:27:50 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/member-projects/1961-dorsett-catalina-sacramento#77756 Have fun w/ your daughter. The time you spend will be priceless. Mine's a Belmont ad is all there but the 1960 Flying Scott Motor wasn't running. I bought it a year ago had the upholstery redone, took it to a mechanic who just wanted to sell me another motor and never got it running. It sat it over the winter and last weekend we went through it and got it to fire up. Hopefully have it in the water soon. Here's a pic: http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/1960_Dorsett_Belmont_001-20130519.jpg Sun, 19 May 2013 20:06:50 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/classic-boats-foss-waterway-seaport-tacoma-wa#77754 deanlofall wrote: Its still sitting in my boat shop. I'm procrastinating... I want it on, but at the same time, I like the lines of the boat without it (sigh). I will think about it some more after Bandit comes back home. ------------------------ I hear you Dean. If our 1960 G-3 had not had the original windshield on it I would probably think the same way you do. If only somebody could make one that looked EXACTLY like the original! Sun, 19 May 2013 19:54:26 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/wilker-galaxy#77751 I don't know anything about the Wilker in particular but there sure are a bunch of them for sale on KIJIJI right now. The Galaxy 17' and up looks like it would be an excellent boat for midsize lakes with a nice deep V and a high gunwale. One thing I did notice is there isn't much price difference between mid 70's and mid 80's boats currently listed and they look about the same. This one seems to be a fair deal and it's a 1986 http://ontario.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-boats-watercraft-powerboats-motorboats-1986-Wilker-Galaxie-17-I-O-W0QQAdIdZ377711636 and a 1978 http://ontario.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-boats-watercraft-powerboats-motorboats-Wilker-Galaxy-17-W0QQAdIdZ470353583 for the price and condition the 86 to me looks like a better deal Sun, 19 May 2013 19:34:18 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/mercury-outpost/merc-1250-high-idle#77748 you are not adjusting with the timing but when you adjust the idle stop it also retards the timing.the butterflies close first. Sun, 19 May 2013 16:37:26 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/1959-magnolia-project-boat-250#77747 http://sacramento.craigslist.org/boa/3792707233.html http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/1375.jpg Sun, 19 May 2013 15:51:57 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/40hp-scott-atwater-free-to-good-home#77734 Absolutely beautiful hope that they go to someone who can put it to a good home!!!! Sun, 19 May 2013 11:36:16 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/1972-glastron-gt-140-with-teenee-putnam-ct#77732 http:/ ewlondon.craigslist.org/boa/3794743294.html Sun, 19 May 2013 09:39:29 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/dorsett-el-ray-near-new-london-ct#77731 http:/ ewlondon.craigslist.org/boa/3768946580.html Sun, 19 May 2013 09:18:41 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/14-ft-spped-ray-near-new-london-ct#77730 http:/ ewlondon.craigslist.org/boa/3801851164.html Sun, 19 May 2013 09:06:51 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/j-e-g-o-s-place/ski-twin-40hp-running-issues#77729 Sounds like you still have an ignition problem, take the mag plate off, replace the spark plug wires with new copper core wire, and clean or replace the plugs again. Check all the wires coming off the coils you wouldn't believe how often I see a just tuned up motor with the wire going to the points either rubbing on the crank which wears it through in short order or pinched under the coil and shorting to ground. Make sure that the kill switch wires are not worn through and touching the mag plate they are normally run under the coils and will be flattened but they have a protective sleeve to keep them from shorting just check them while you have it apart. Next up is to re-clean the points and make sure they are in good alignment then set the gap. Once all is good put the mag plate back on then check for good spark. Once you have established that it is firing on both it's time to set up the carb. Disconnect any levers that allow for adjustment with the cowl on and make sure that the needles move smoothly with some resistance, if they move too easily snug up the packing nut a tad and check again if it is better fine, if not replace the packing and try again. Once it is determined that the packings are OK turn the low speed needle in until it gently seats then turn it out 1 1/4 turns, next seat the hi speed and turn it back about 3/4 to 1 turn, these setting will get just about any old OMC to run. Now that we know we have good spark and basic carb settings move onto the lake (fun) portion of the exercise. With a helper to steer and throttle the boat fire up the engine let it warm up for a min or 2 then head out gradually moving to wide open, once the throttle is fully against the stop start to adjust the high speed needle towards lean and it should speed up when you pass the sweet spot it will start to slow down, move back towards rich until best speed is achieved. Next up is the low speed, gradually slow down until idle and adjust the low for best smoothness and lowest speed without coughing, this is best done at the dock as it will probably stall several times during this process. Once the low is set take it back out for another run to make sure it is running well at all boat speeds, once you are happy reinstall any adjustment levers put the cowl back on and call it done!!! If possible avoid ethanol polluted gas most marinas offer regular grade ethanol free on the dock and depending on where you live Shell may offer Vpower fuel without ethanol at their street pumps Al Sun, 19 May 2013 08:19:20 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/how-post#77727 Right now Ken (kensikora) is the only one who can post to the calendar Chris, send him a PM with the info and I'm sure he'll be glad to post it. (Normally anyone can post events on the calendar, but we seem to be having some "technical difficulties".) Sun, 19 May 2013 07:27:33 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/boat-trailer-trailer-is-worth-the-starting-bid#77725 http://www.ebay.com/itm/vintage-fiberglass-boat-Runabout-BIG-FIN-Just-like-Flos-SAVE-ME-/111074629020?pt=Boat_Parts_Accessories_Gear&hash=item19dc90559c&vxp=mtr Sun, 19 May 2013 02:16:22 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/mercury-outpost/testing-coil-in-mark-35a#77724 i have a good used one if needed.1 914 310 7086 Sat, 18 May 2013 23:25:45 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/mercury-outpost/mark-35a-runs#77721 I did some work on the motor a few weeks ago and figured I would share. Since getting the motor freed up I wanted to do a compression test to see what the overall health of the engine was. Since my motor is manual start only I knew pulling it would not give good results. My solution was chucking up a 15/16 socket to my 1/2 drill with a few adapters. Results were good expect number 2, all 135 PSI, 58 PSI in number 2, oops! I pulled off the transfer ports for the top two cylinders and found the problem. The first two piston rings were stuck, no spring action. The third ring was free. I placed that cylinder on TDC and filled it with my favorite penetrating oil. Reassembled the engine and left it sit. I noticed I had no spark when turning the engine over. I pulled the mag and found the points clouded over. I cleaned them up and regapped them. I used a drill again to turn over just the mag and tested for spark, it was good, but not great. I think a proper cleaning and new condenser would correct the problem. I however, had another idea. I have some spare ignition driver set ups for my 500 models and wanted to try it on this engine. I attached everything, but I don't think the large horseshoe coil would fit under the wrap with the switchbox. I believe the newer coil would fit great. I put the motor in the test tank and it fired right up. Fuel pump worked and the carbs performed great. The water pump was a bit weak. After running it awhile I pulled the transfer ports again and found my two sticking rings were unstuck. This engine still has the lead seal and I believe its a good one! Watch it run http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7zokmFx9JO8&feature=em-upload_owner Sat, 18 May 2013 21:13:34 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/j-e-g-o-s-place/electramatic-75hp-stuck-in-reverse#77710 Wow, thanks for the info, I can feel the wheels a turnin... Sat, 18 May 2013 17:41:30 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/fiberglassics-forums/regional-forums/fgse/working-on-engines-in-va#77707 I see its been a while since this thread was started. But on the off chance you still need guidance or just some one to talk boat techie stuff with, I am in VA between Lynchburg and Smith Mountain Lake. Shoot me a PM. Sat, 18 May 2013 16:01:44 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/j-e-g-o-s-place/using-another-motor-s-transom-bracket-for-a-motor#77704 The transom brackets are very different from each other and will not interchange. If your dad had lots of problems with the old engine it was not because of faulty design. The old OMC (johnson - Evinrude) engines are very rugged and reliable if they are properly treated and maintained. All motors must be properly maintained, and most will eventually develop issues that have to be corrected. These engines are easy to find and to maintain - if you have mechanical skills. The newer 2 cylinder OMC engines are very good engines. But keep in mind that a motor from 1979 is 34 years old - hardly new by any standard. If the 40 on the boat is a pile of junk - get another one - they are very easy to find. Just remember that these old engines will need some work to be put back into reliable service. If you have already purchased the 1979 engine, and it's a good runner, it probably would be a good upgrade from the old "40". The 79 engine is "loop charged" which means it makes more horsepower than the old engine - while using LESS gasoline. I can promise you that the boat will be faster, handle better, and use less fuel with the newer engine on it. Don't worry about drilling the transom for the bracket - just use plenty of caulking on the holes to keep water out. The old "clamp on" motors were never a good idea for motors above 25 horsepower. The "clamp on" motors sometimes fall off transoms. It's way more common than you might think. The "bolt on" motor is far safer. You can make the old rope & pulley steering work with the new motor - or better yet - upgrade to a modern and far safer push-pull cable system of steering. I can show you how to keep your original steering wheel so it looks original. Sat, 18 May 2013 15:00:30 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/mercury-outpost/trim-on-70-hp-merc-slowly-lowers#77703 Good morning Been a long time away from this group,got some catchin up to do. I have a 70 hp merc with tilt and trim and it slowley lowers all the way to the transom in about 5 minuts.There is no oil leaking out anyplace.Is this something an outboard hobbist should not attempt to repair? Any help will be greatly appreciated. Thanks , Jack in AZ Sat, 18 May 2013 14:57:26 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/g3-owners-association/g-3-takes-best-antique-of-show#77700 no worries. Sat, 18 May 2013 13:49:30 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/wood-boats/new-to-this-board#77699 I took these photos in CT. Sat, 18 May 2013 13:48:41 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/1956-tomahawk#77698 http://miami.craigslist.org/pbc/boa/3741201288.html Sat, 18 May 2013 11:57:40 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/14-classic-built-in-1959#77694 http://miami.craigslist.org/mdc/boa/3811560780.html http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/14_classic_built_in_1959.jpg Sat, 18 May 2013 10:47:19 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/1975-aircat#77693 http://miami.craigslist.org/brw/boa/3772331714.html http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/1975_AIRCAT.jpg Sat, 18 May 2013 10:45:48 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/1981-allison-boat#77692 http://miami.craigslist.org/mdc/boa/3755086795.html http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/1981_Allison_Boat.jpg Sat, 18 May 2013 10:44:03 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/mercury-outpost/marpac-tachometer-setting-help-76-merc-1150#77690 Lucky dog..... That's my main man there. He actually walked me thru my entire rebuild and I did it all in my backyard with no garage. Now- time to mount seats, cleats, put on reg stickers, kick the tires, and light the fires.... And figure out where I want to splash her for the first time. Sat, 18 May 2013 09:10:26 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/alumi-classics/alumacraft-model-id#77686 vspeedster wrote: I think all FD boats had the Aqueduct transom; including the open hulls. I would guess the boat is an FD, but the HP rating makes me a little unsure. The FD is significantly deeper throughout the boat, and drops a lot more from the gunwales down to the transom short shaft transom. Are you positive of the year and HP rating? I just returned from Michigan, and I did remember to check out the Alumacraft...It is an 'FD' model, and is rated for 25hp, the s is not visible on the ID plate, but stamped into the center keel-transom support is FD-10xx, this is probably the s ... Boy those old boats were really heavy duty... Sat, 18 May 2013 07:50:01 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/59-whitehouse-in-sandiego#77677 They are sweet looking boats Paul - there's no doubt you're looking at classic glass. This one in SD looks like someone has put a lot of work into it. If it was a few feet longer, I'd run down there and buy it myself. Fri, 17 May 2013 21:53:37 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/j-e-g-o-s-place/1959-35-hp-johnson-spark-plug-torque#77676 Well, the original question resulted when I first removed the plugs in the fall after purchasing the boat and motor. When I did, plug, heli-coil and all backed out. So, I purchased a new/used head, which I could finger tighten new plugs very smoothly, installed the head, and thought that I would ask the question since I am used to working on land engines with cast iron blocks instead of aluminum outboard heads, ..... if you know what I mean. I just did not want to go down that same path again, and end up with what the previous owner left me. Thanks for all the help. Regards, StevieB ps - now it is on to the Carb, ............ if anyone has any tips! Fri, 17 May 2013 21:13:51 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/vintage-feathercraft-in-greenville-sc#77675 http://greenville.craigslist.org/boa/3811639478.html Fri, 17 May 2013 21:13:25 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/glastron-jet-boats-are-coming#77671 The full title of the write-up is... Jet Boats, Glastron, Scarab, Chaparral, Four Winns, Sea Ray, Callinectes Boat Works, and Yamaha Fri, 17 May 2013 18:15:22 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/the-70-s-disco-fiber/newbie-with-73-chrysler-conqueror-s-iii#77665 Super looking boat, but I would for sure do some outdrive service, unless done recent. I can't tell from the one pic, but is that a 270 Volvo, maybe 280? They are damn bullet proof, but need maintenance. For SURE replace the pump impeller. Should be a Jabsco/Sherwood mechanical pump either crank or belt driven. Nothing in the leg. Also if you run it on muffs, you will discover (280 at least, had one) about a 5/8th inch hole front bottom the bullet. Toss the muffs on and you will see. I always just shoved a home made plug in it Don't need a great seal, just stop some the water flowing straight out. Just guessing here, as better pix motor and outdrive would help. Also HIGHLY suggest you replace the OD "Bellows". Ya get a crack/pin hole in it, and water will get in, destroy the bearings and U-Joints. Not hard to do, just yank the top "chunk" from the leg. No need to remove the whole leg. And change the oil. And it holds almost 3 or 4 quarts straight motor oil. Think I used 40WT in mine. And use the fill hole, not the dipstick on top..takes forever.. And it takes time to drain on filling anyway. And get a new fill hole plug gasket every time. Get a manual for that leg. Explains all. Good Luck! Fri, 17 May 2013 17:08:33 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/power-cat-15x-in-corning-arkansas#77659 That is awesome! Fri, 17 May 2013 14:34:47 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/first-water-test#77658 ed_mc wrote: Mark, sounds like it's propped perfectly for slalom skiing, but you'd probably get more speed out of it and drop rpm to a slightly-less-insane level by going with a prop with 2" more pitch. The 1250 is a very torquey motor and it'll certainly pull a bigger prop with ease........ed p.s. they are NOT known for their fuel thriftiness! Thanks Ed. I think I'll start looking for a 19 pitch. Regarding the fuel consumption...damn! Thanks, Mark Fri, 17 May 2013 13:58:48 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/j-e-g-o-s-place/1964-johnson-v4a-16d-info-needed#77656 I'm not sure how much difference there is between the '63 and '64 models BF, but Andgott has the -63 model manuals posted on his website; http://www.agott.com/glassboat/manuals.html Welcome aboard, BTW! ;) Fri, 17 May 2013 13:48:10 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/using-another-motor-s-transom-bracket-for-a-motor#77653 Ok I will post it there. I didn't realize that was the name of the motors forum. I'm new to fiberglassics. Thanks for your help. Fri, 17 May 2013 12:40:33 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/help-i-am-going-to-have-alot-of-questions#77643 When you get ready to pour, it is a two person job for sure. I did mine with Seacast. You won't regret it. A homemade funnel of some sort will be of great value as well. Fri, 17 May 2013 07:58:39 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/stopped-the-dr-frankenmerc-today#77641 Lives 20 miles from me, "Lucky!" and doing fine, but like me, getting those "old used up "body parts"...excess fun years "young and fearless!) But trust me, he is, AND ALWAYS WILL BE...(simple)..."I'll fix that, MY WAY RIGHT, or refuse to before I put my name one it.. Those who know the "Doc", understand. Those that never met? Put it on the "bucket list"..."One you should meet"! Fri, 17 May 2013 00:12:57 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/18-hydrostream#77640 I have a little experience with hydrostreams. I would caution anyone who buys one to take their time getting to know their handling characteristics. They are very fast (I mean way above 60 mph, some can do do three digits) and have a nasty tendency to kite at high speed. I investigated 3 accidents involving Hydrostreams where that happened and involved fatalities. You really need to know what you are doing with one of these. I knew the dealer on Long Island, NY who sold these and he use to require his customers to take a boat handling course before they delivered the boat. He also sold them to the marine police as chase boats. Fri, 17 May 2013 00:05:05 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/neat-old-larson-near-philly-baltimore#77634 http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/15ft-Gale-Runabout-/251275930774?pt=Power_Motorboats&hash=item3a81366c96 Thu, 16 May 2013 22:28:10 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/getting-ready-for-a-maine-summer#77630 Love the full rig. I used to have a '68 Super Bee the same color. Bill Thu, 16 May 2013 21:27:20 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/new-guy-in-a-new-place#77624 Great looking boat Larry. Nice Job. I have just purchased (subject to a survey tomorrow) a 1969 27 foot Owens Flagship that appears virtually identical to your vessel. The only difference I can see is that where the plate on yours says Concorde, mine says Owens. Can you tell me the beam of your boat and the power? I am attaching a picture of my Owens. Regards Erik http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/owens_101.jpg Thu, 16 May 2013 19:14:41 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/evinrude-starflite-v4-jubilee-moro-bay#77617 I'd love to have it but I'm on the wrong coast... Larry Thu, 16 May 2013 15:16:01 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/power-cat-16t-joplin-mo#77611 http://joplin.craigslist.org/boa/3786735952.html Thu, 16 May 2013 13:45:53 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/67-cobia-sea-queen-up-dates#77610 Well gang anther year has past and still not in the water yet! In March of this year I traded the 115 hp. Johnson and a 50 hp. Merc. outboard even up for a 1999 9.9 Merc. elect start with a 4 gal. tank whats up with that? I kept my 6 gal. tank for the Johnson will change fitting so it will fit the merc motor. Got everything ready to paint, think I will use (( Topside brushless paint ))! You used a soft brush too put the paint on with so it leaves NO brush marks. Will look like you just sprayed it with a gun, you have to mix a harder with the paint to get that wet look! It's 26.95 a Quart in my catalog, got any other Idea too help let me know! Thu, 16 May 2013 12:45:34 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/mercury-outpost/72-merc-800-starting-problems-wtf#77609 thanks for the input, really appreciate it GF. Thu, 16 May 2013 11:38:08 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/dorsett-on-ebay-in-wisconsin#77604 I saw that one also. I called my brother in Mn to see if he was interested. VERY poor paint job. Thu, 16 May 2013 09:07:22 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/any-electrical-gurus-here-opened-my-can-o-worms#77598 Ike wrote: the best is called dielectric grease. It comes in small tubes and is rather expensive (8-9 bucks a tube), but is by far better than just any old grease because it is electrically conductive, and keeps the corrosion out. But one rule is that anywhere you have electricity flowing on a boat, you are going to get corrosion. All contacts and connections need to be cleaned and grease annually. More often on saltwater. Thanks Ike Thu, 16 May 2013 01:48:32 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/new-to-me-64-hydro-swift#77597 Thanks Kern. That new one is really nice. Unfortunately, I'm on the west coast and would need to find someone local. $600 seems pricey. But then again so is gas for a 6 cyl 2-stroke.;) That sure looks good though. Thanks. Mark Thu, 16 May 2013 01:47:08 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/standard-steering-non-feed-back-steering#77590 I love the no-feedback in mine. I wouldn't use anything else now that I'm spoiled with it. Yes it is a little snugger but it just makes the boat feel like new. I still can spin the 13" wheel with a finger or palm easily without gripping it. Wed, 15 May 2013 20:48:00 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/j-e-g-o-s-place/need-opinions-of-tach#77589 I gave you a response on the main board about the tiny tach. Any tachometer that indicates it will work on a twin cylinder, 2 cycle, magneto ignition motor will work. They are getting very hard to find - as it seems few people equipped twins with tachometers. Most tachometers seem to be for 4 & 6 cyl outboards Wed, 15 May 2013 20:39:49 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/j-e-g-o-s-place/question-best-way-to-install-kill-switch#77587 Best place to mount is on the front of the bottom pan - just behind where the steering cable attaches to the engine. If there is a factory drilled hole in the bottom pan - go ahead and use that hole. If not, you will have to find a good location to put one. Use a heavy duty MOMENTARY push switch for this. It needs to be normally open - just like your starter button. Find the 2 wires that go to the magneto - if there is a plug on the side of the lower pan - they probably end there at the plug. Connect the wires to the switch (one wire per side of the switch) When the button is pressed and held in - it shorts the two wires together and stops the engine. That's all there is to it. Wed, 15 May 2013 20:33:05 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/custom-made-boat-decals#77584 thompsonboat; EVERYONE, THANKS, Thompsonboat!!!! For NICE (if pricey) decals for several brands of our FG boats, check out http://www.vintageboatsuppy.com That site also has some other things that you may need. (NOPE, I'm NOT an employee. - a Crestliner owner sent me the info.) The 5x12 inch full-color decals for my boat cost 32.oo a pair & LOOK FINE. - I may also buy a replica CRESTLINER pennant for 28.00. yours, satx Wed, 15 May 2013 18:38:16 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/restoration-1962-buehler-turbocraft-jet-35/page-2#77579 Hello Luke, Yes, the intake is stock. From what I've gleaned from the Turbocraft brochures and tech data I have, there were three different grates offered. I can always change it if needed in the future since I do have two different ones currently. The lake I will be using this boat in is shallow and has a lot of weed patches. So I chose the more aggressive one. Thanks for the offer of the spacer. I'll find out if we need the dimensions or the piece. It's been a month, we need an update on your boat! Wed, 15 May 2013 14:33:16 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/fuel-gauge#77578 The flanged threaded piece on your tank the fuel gage is threaded to is called a bung. Yours is most likely soldered on to the tank. If the flange is the right size, that bung could be cut flush for a 5 screw type. It would be great to find a bung mount sending unit that would just screw on what you have, like the Joe posted but you would need the float to go with it. I'm using aluminum "Gasser" style tanks in my Manta Ray. They did not come with the sending unit bungs so I need to weld them in. The new sending unit have a vertical float and will just thread on like like your gauge. The aluminum bung are about $20ea steel is cheaper. The only thing I don't care for on the new ones is the black plastic cap, like Joes brass one better. http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/007-20130515.JPG Wed, 15 May 2013 13:35:48 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/mercury-outpost/power-trim-tilt-for-a-1966-950-ss#77576 not it. Wed, 15 May 2013 12:27:03 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/1956-lonestar-rub-rail#77572 Thanks, That's awesome... They are right here in Cali too. Wed, 15 May 2013 11:01:34 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/1971-mckee-14#77570 There's been a McKee outbreak here here are a few. http://miami.craigslist.org/mdc/boa/3805640760.html http://miami.craigslist.org/brw/boa/3805741201.html http://treasure.craigslist.org/boa/3806300032.html Wed, 15 May 2013 09:46:49 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/frustration-keep-or-try-to-sell#77568 Someone else started a thread on towing old trailers, then the nightmare stories....I bought new tires, inspected bearings and handed boat to trucker..... Only minor problem one light came loose. My Playmaster is now relaxing under cover in central Florida. I might have to take a vacation day and spend some quality therapy time with my boat!!!!!! Wed, 15 May 2013 08:33:18 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/great-deal-in-southern-ont#77564 58 Fat 50 Super Sea horse with all it's trim, electrics, and controls guy says the boat is a Starcraft but it is for sure a Lake N Sea Biscayne probably made by Parsons and Gator trailer http://ontario.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-boats-watercraft-powerboats-motorboats-Vintage-Starcraft-W0QQAdIdZ484252256 Wed, 15 May 2013 06:55:40 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/1943-ladd-cruiser-3#77563 Very similar.I think I"ll make that style of window. Wed, 15 May 2013 01:30:59 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/dorsett-merc-in-wa#77560 Just what I am looking for and it's way back out there, again. Tue, 14 May 2013 22:29:35 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/wood-boats/tossing-this-around#77556 Cal, i've been quiet up until now but I have to agree with everyone. I'd hate to see you sell her but if you have to price her high and see what happens. She's a great looking boat!!!!!!!!!!!! Bob Tue, 14 May 2013 21:27:13 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/14ft-sea-king-gale-35hp-motor#77554 noseeum, WELCOME ABOARD. (That's the good news") Sadly, many Sea King boats of that period had "stick on" aluminum-foil-like stickers that once had the hull info on them - Unfortunately, the "stickum" wasn't very good & the stickers fell off or blew overboard, so you may NEVER know for sure. (That's the bad news.") My suggestion is to look carefully on the FG Library & see which boat is like yours. yours, satx Tue, 14 May 2013 20:24:26 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/regional-forums/fgnw/overstimulated-noob-apprentice-learning-curve#77551 Cool, recognized the name from NW firearms etc. I'm also a big 2A fan, in additon to my fiberglassic hobby. Welcome to the FG world, you'll have a ball. If you haven't already, be sure to check out http://www.fiberglassics.com/library/Elgin for info about your boat. I would also say that sure looks like a P-14, http://www.fiberglassics.com/library/P-14 Perhaps the P-14 was private labeled as an Elgin for Sears. A good overall read on fixing up an old runabout is Runabout Renovation by Jim Anderson, cheap on ebay and is a quick read. Keep in mind there are several methods to do most jobs on these old gals, so the book gives Jim's way but there are other ways equally valid. Anyway, hope that helps. Bill Tue, 14 May 2013 18:07:10 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/one-i-d-love-to-get#77550 That would be a nice one restored... http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/Redfish.jpg Tue, 14 May 2013 14:11:07 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/twin-outboard-questions#77543 Twin motors just look and sound cool! I almost bought a Lone Star Caribbean once that had period Johnson Sea Horse 35s on it. Too bad the guy wanted way too much for it (must have watched too many Barret jacksons shows) since it was in need of everything. But those two Johnsons looked so cool on there! I'd do it and use one at a time unless you are showing off....HAHA! Tue, 14 May 2013 13:13:13 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/regional-forums/fgsw/any-new-mexico-fiberglassics-here#77541 Been here since 1995 and have restored a few Fiberglassics. I have seen ONE at a local lake, Conchas Dam. Looked like an old Lone Star but it went by and I was fishing so couldn't chase him down! Anyway just wondering if there are any members on this site from New Mexico. personally I am from the Tijeras area. Tue, 14 May 2013 11:43:36 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/j-e-g-o-s-place/can-anyone-id-this-motor-by-the-bad-pic#77540 thanks all! I did feel like it looked like an old Chrysler built motor too since it has the prolific housing. Tue, 14 May 2013 11:41:11 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/should-i-or-shouldn-t-i-1968-glaspar#77539 I should be going to look at it this week. I do know how to inspect a boat so will be very careful in checking it out completely before I pull the trigger....no pun intended! Anyway, I also will have him start and run it on the hose before believing it runs. Last boat I bought for a restoration was a 70s disco glass boat, with one of the dreaded 75hp three cyl Mercs on it. The guy promised it ran and was pretty fast, and it DID start and rev with no load on it. BUT I was never able to get it to go anywhere when in the water. So a complete inspection is in order. Tue, 14 May 2013 11:39:50 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/1962-glasspar-15-ft#77536 http://miami.craigslist.org/pbc/boa/3800497896.html http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/62_glasspar_15.jpg Tue, 14 May 2013 11:02:08 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/mercury-outpost/possibly-selling-my-mint-condition-1966-merc-20hp#77532 Hi Mark, I hadn't thought about the "Glassified Ads" on here. I will give it a try. Thanks! Rick Tue, 14 May 2013 07:18:11 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/1961-merc-50hp#77527 Looks like a nice motor for the pricehttp://appleton.craigslist.org/boa/3760394037.html Mon, 13 May 2013 22:00:54 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/mercury-outpost/1968-mercury-1000-100hp-lower-unit#77509 Thanks Doc F! I'm getting a spare lower unit from Tim at the meet in June. I'll run that one while i go over the original. You could probably do everything you said above in an hour but it'll take me 3 months and i don't want my boat out of commission for that long! Mon, 13 May 2013 16:18:54 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/mercury-outpost/max-rpm-for-a-63-merc650#77501 Thank you Tim, much appreciated! Mon, 13 May 2013 13:47:49 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/opinions-on-the-tiny-tach#77493 For what it's worth - I didn't have any luck with the Tiny Tach I once tried to use. I was assured that the model I purchased from Tiny Tach would work on a multiple cylinder engine. It did not. The tiny tach "reads" the ignition pulse through induction, not direct connection. You wrap the center detector lead of the coaxial tachometer pickup around the outside of a rubber spark plug wire. There is a ground strap that is connected to the engine block, that is supposed to prevent stray signals from getting to the tiny tach and making false readings. But there is a problem - the spark plug wires and the distributor cap "leak" ignition impulses to the other plug wires. This is not enough energy to cause a misfire, but it was enough energy to trigger the tiny tach and "fool" it's reading. I tried it on an Evinrude V4, I placed the pickup in many locations but it never worked right. Ad idle, the tach said the engine was turning 3,200rpm. It was reading the pulses of all 4 cylinders - multiplying the 800 impulses per minute (800 rpm) of cylinder number 1 by all four cylinders. I sold the unused tach on eBay for 30 bucks, because the dealer would not accept the tach in return. Mon, 13 May 2013 11:52:49 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/fiberglassics-forums/home/homelite-bearcat-4-cycle-outboards/prop-shear-pin#77491 I accidentally ordered a cotter pin instead of a shear pin with Bill R. some time ago. In order to avoid high postage costs for such a small item: is there a Johnson/Mercury/Yamaha or whatever alternative that fits? All bearings and oil seals have very common standard sizes so I thought this might as well be the case for the drive pin which I measured at 1/4 x 1-1/4. Mon, 13 May 2013 11:48:37 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/welcraft-airslot-185#77490 Don't know the year but has a very unique hull http://miami.craigslist.org/brw/boa/3801482992.html http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/WELCRAFT_AIRSLOT_185.jpg Mon, 13 May 2013 11:35:14 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/a-re-mixed-heli-bout#77489 with some cat DNA http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/New-2013-Helicat-22-Power-Catamaran-Boat-Rough-Water-Twin-Outboards-/330919743766?pt=Power_Motorboats&hash=item4d0c5a9116 http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/2013_Helicat_22_Power_Catamaran_Boat.jpg Mon, 13 May 2013 11:32:49 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/problem-solved-suzuki-dt50#77481 Ken, I usually launch on the Dinwiddie side at the public boat landing by the dam (free). Another good place is Seven Springs Marina on Chesterfield side ($7). The lake offers some decent fishing for bass, crappie, perch, catfish ect....It does get choppy and congested during the peak times during summer on weekends. Any day Mon- Fri is decent. Mon, 13 May 2013 07:23:34 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/j-e-g-o-s-place/3hp-gale-spark-plug#77478 Thanks for the reply, cool, lot's of great info, Thanks again... Mon, 13 May 2013 06:54:50 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/alumi-classics/old-tinny-anyone-know-who-made-it#77471 Looking great! Nice work. Sun, 12 May 2013 22:41:24 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/fiberglassics-forums/home/main-forum/rustoleum-paint-question#77469 Dan, I used the 1 1/4 cups acetone and 1/4 cup hardener. Bob Sun, 12 May 2013 22:36:03 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/fiberglassics-forums/home/main-forum/original-flying-scott--should-i-even-try#77465 The beast roared to life. OK more like a Breapp, Brearpp, Berapp... but it was spinning. The new battery required a full charge and I kept it on a charger over night but it turned over the motor. Then we dug through the fuel system and got it to fire. Once, my el-cheapo starter relay stuck and the starter just kept turning and turning and I had to disconnect the battery. We put the old made-in-the-usa starter relay back in and it was just fine. So much for the "insolvable" starter issue. On to fuel, I decided to pull all three carbs and found one to have a messed up metering rod spring and pin. I pulled a carb off my donor motor but it is a different so I couldn't steal the parts. Here's what I need anybody know where I can get one? (It's a pretty simple part so I will make one if needed.) The motor has an aftermarket fuel pump on it so I pulled then one from the donor motor and I'm going to go through it and might put that one on. Looking forward to burning some fuel soon! http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/metering_rod_spring_pin.jpg Sun, 12 May 2013 21:53:57 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/member-projects/performer-seven-seas-special-restoration#77458 Looking good. Keep the pics coming, I am going to need them for the boat I just bought yesterday... Are your stringers good enough to trace or will you be starting new? Sun, 12 May 2013 19:39:49 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/homelite-bearcat-4-cycle-outboards/bearcat-homelite#77450 Anyone in the Sacramento/Chico area interested in a Fisher Pierce Bearcat/Homelite? I have one for sale and is on the Chico CL. I converted it to a short shaft to fit my short transom boat but have done nothing with the boat and may not. So rather than letting this gem just rot away in the Garage I want to sell it. I will be putting it on the for sale list but wanted to know if anyone would be interested. I still have the long shaft stuff if you need a long shaft for your boat. I purchased the short shaft stuff new. Pete :) http://chico.craigslist.org/boa/3800004966.html http://greenev.zapto.org/bearcat/ http://greenev.zapto.org/bearcatsale/ $900 OBO http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/BearcatAd.jpg Sun, 12 May 2013 17:22:59 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/rich-s-unknown-boat#77446 rich*jill, WELCOME ABOARD. yours, satx Sun, 12 May 2013 16:36:11 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/steering-cable-installation-help-needed#77442 Thanks for all of your help! Regards, StevieB Sun, 12 May 2013 12:39:38 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/alumi-classics/this-one-needs-saving#77429 Brings back memories. When I was a kid in the early 70's, an uncle had an old aluminum 21' day cruiser of some sort in the drive way, there was and old red Merc 75hp (I think) in the garage. I don't think he ever got it in the water, but us kids had a ball playing on that thing in the driveway... Sun, 12 May 2013 08:57:05 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/new-to-this-board#77398 nice boat. I now wish I had more photos of this one. Sat, 11 May 2013 17:12:16 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/1960-sheler-s-outboard-boat-trade-in-guide#77397 I've known about that Defense Dept. list for years. I refer to it fairly often. Andreas Sat, 11 May 2013 16:47:23 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/unusual-mother-s-day-present#77375 Besides a Mother's Day Present, it was a present to all boaters on your lake. A piece like that is better on the shore than floating in the water. I sure wouldn't like to hydro over that! Thanks for going back and making it a present, from all of us boaters. Also, you are right, a listing of pictures of items found floating in a lake or river would be an interesting read. Regards, StevieB Sat, 11 May 2013 09:46:00 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/mercury-outpost/2-blade-prop-on-a-950ss#77374 Dr_Frankenmerc wrote: Smitty, I'm located in Shelton, WA 98584. I have both long shaft & short shaft 2.31:1 units & will do the required modifications to make the reverse lock work properly under a 950ss. Please feel free to contact me via e-mail at: frankenmerc at comcast dot net or call me at: 3sixty, two eighty, 8two,1seven during appropriate hours PDT. I would be willing to investigate and correct the problems in your 2.31 or simply set you up with a nice one from my 'stash'. Please feel free to question my honesty & commitment to old Mercs with anyone on the forum - or elsewhere. Thom I can 100% vouch for Dr Frankenmerc! He is a top notch character, a Merc Guru, and an all around A+ guy! He has done work for me, and helped me tremendously in my Mercury addiction. Sat, 11 May 2013 09:42:02 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/1973-five-kings#77367 http://miami.craigslist.org/brw/boa/3757766756.html http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/1973_Five_Kings.jpg Sat, 11 May 2013 07:56:58 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/fins#77362 http://orangecounty.craigslist.org/boa/3782422030.html Sat, 11 May 2013 06:19:38 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/1963-chrestliner-explorer-in-visalia-ca-500#77355 Yep, seen that one. Just alittle tooo far away. I may have found anouther one here in Omaha. Fri, 10 May 2013 23:29:59 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/regional-forums/fgnw/1958-dorsett-farallon-side-trim#77354 Don, I just joined the site and have a 1958 Farallon that I am starting to restore. My side trim seems incomplete, as it looks like a metal frame that should have something in the middle. It borders a white inset on the back 1/3 of the boat. I'll be happy to send you some close-up pictures if that will help. I would also be interested in seeing what someone else's looks like to get an idea of how to restore mine. Roger Fri, 10 May 2013 23:18:11 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/huge-vintage-runabout#77348 1968jetflite, WOW! - Wishing that it wasn't 1500 miles away. - That would be GREAT as a Gulf Fisherman. The 165IB Mercruiser is thrifty to both run, maintain & fuel. yours, satx Fri, 10 May 2013 20:42:05 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/j-e-g-o-s-place/help-id-year-and-part#77344 Hi. I bought an older 9.5 evinrude, and just bought a parts motor, well the parts motor isnt going to help. Im looking for a front motor mount, 9622a e10962 any help would be great! anyone needing parts from my parts motor? 9722m e08558 not alot of good parts but tell me what you need and Ill see if I have it. Fri, 10 May 2013 19:32:15 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/nbr/learning-how-to-dive#77342 This is how the poor fellow got to the lake. http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/tumblr_m2rkjoDYvb1qdlh1io1_400.gif Just having a bad day. Fri, 10 May 2013 18:58:47 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/silverlining-inc-marine-fiberglass-products#77340 Okay, new information from the 1960 Sheler's Outboard Boat Price Pilot. This guide lists "The Cloud Line" models from 1957 to 1959. Company name is given as Silverlining, Inc. with address as 2537 Greenbriar Lane, same as the trademark registration: http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/Shelers_60_Silverlining.jpg Fri, 10 May 2013 18:41:14 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/who-can-id-this-boat-for-me#77336 NorcalSaint, WELCOME ABOARD. yours, satx Fri, 10 May 2013 18:03:56 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/g-prout-sons-ltd-in-canvey-island-essex#77331 Sweet English fins! Fri, 10 May 2013 13:49:55 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/classic-in-napa-anyone--500#77324 THANKS !!! KevFin turned me on to another one that exists, but it is also missing all identification. Any help identifying these MYSTERY BOATS would be GREAT. Thanks, Larry http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/UnknownYellow.jpg Fri, 10 May 2013 12:29:24 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/another-assortment#77321 1967 Glastron V176GT Boat http://miami.craigslist.org/pbc/boa/3669298235.html http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/1967_Glastron_V176GT_Boat.jpg Boat with wheels http://miami.craigslist.org/mdc/boa/3788373666.html http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/Boat_with_wheels.jpg Vintage 1968 16' Johnson Trihull with a Buick V6 I/O http://spacecoast.craigslist.org/boa/3794764342.html http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/Vintage_1968_16_Johnson_Trihull_with_a_Buick_V6.jpg 17 ft 1965 t bird http://spacecoast.craigslist.org/boa/3794349706.html http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/17_ft_1965_t_bird.jpg 18' Lonestar Aluminum Cabin Cruiser http://spacecoast.craigslist.org/boa/3795425155.html http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/18_Lonestar_Aluminum_Cabin_Cruiser.jpg Fri, 10 May 2013 08:32:14 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/1954-martin-200-shift-silver-liner#77301 WTB: Anything related to this end of 1954 year F-N-R Twist Shift 200. Yes they are a few 'Out There" somewhere. Contact buff10@charter.net if you have any thing related or know of someone who does. Thanks Ronald Thu, 09 May 2013 17:55:27 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/j-e-g-o-s-place/1960-gale-35-hp-wires#77257 I meant it doesn't have an external magneto that i'm familiar with. So i assume the under the flywheel magneto needs wired to the "m" terminals on ignition switch? Wed, 08 May 2013 16:57:28 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/mercury-outpost/25hp-mercury#77240 Hi, It acts as the choke solenoid by blocking a vent hole off when energized (the plunger extends). Regards, Joe www.fergusonpoolemarine.com info@fergusonpoolemarine.com Wed, 08 May 2013 07:21:12 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/fiberglass-question#77236 PSUrandy wrote: I have found that 1708 works well for going around bends and being very strong. I was thinking the same thing Randy. Sanding the edges of the wood to help "round them over" a little also helps. The 1708 biax can be pre-folded to put a crease in the fabric. When wetted out on the csm side before laying in position it helps stick it where you want it as well, making final wet out much easier. Good luck with it Frank, I know you'll work it out. ;) Wed, 08 May 2013 05:15:15 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/regional-forums/fgnw/opening-day-in-seattle-a-smash#77232 Too bad I missed it, but my wife and daughter had other plans. Usually i go and take a lot of photos. Wed, 08 May 2013 00:16:18 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/alumi-classics/crestliner-commodore#77227 Dang! Too far away for me! Hopefully someone will pick this deal up. Tue, 07 May 2013 22:23:02 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/tomahawk-cheap#77224 I think it is a ski matehttp://appleton.craigslist.org/boa/3790762689.html Tue, 07 May 2013 21:08:44 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/regional-forums/fgne/lake-hopatcong-yacht-club-acbs-show-june-20-23#77217 i'm sure nj john will be there too. he lives on the lake across from the yacht club. Tue, 07 May 2013 19:58:04 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/alumi-classics/anyone-restored-a-crestliner-voyager#77215 I have to pull the deck on my Voyager and replace the gunnels. Anyone know the depth and height of the gunnel material? It's a hardtop model. Any other hints would also be appreciated. Tue, 07 May 2013 19:46:51 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/glasspar-delmar-in-wis#77212 GOOD CATCH. Those models were only offered 61 - 62 I believe. Not many around. Price is really not that bad. I've seen a few all restored & very pretty lines. Tue, 07 May 2013 19:18:45 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/3-point-contact-top-grab-rail-for-a-del-mar#77211 I was in contact with a guy who was selling a 58 Del Mar in Fresno and it was just to far for me to drive but someone else ended up buying it. After the deal was done he found the top handles that belonged to the boat. If anyone needs a set let me know and I will send you his number. Or you already have it if you are the "someone" ;) Tue, 07 May 2013 19:18:10 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/mercury-outpost/merc-50-hp-switch-box-contd-hidden-wire-damage#77210 I had a couple of wires like that , I soldered and heat shrinked them .. Bang zoom .. ready to go !! Tue, 07 May 2013 18:29:46 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/j-e-g-o-s-place/really-liking-the-look-of-the-61-starflite-cowl#77208 LOL Ed,I think they both are just glad to be in the dry instead of where the POs kept them(outside) and by the looks of it, the merc spent alot of time with it's wrap off.They know they had better get along or else.lol Tue, 07 May 2013 18:18:47 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/west-bend-18-hp-cools-but-still-gets-hot#77207 It can be that it is too lean, or the timing can be a little off as well. But it sounds like it is possibly a couple things. I would redo the pump first if it is unknown when it was last done. I have seen motors pumping very well and still get too hot for comfort. Plus, yes in a sense they do run too hot to touch the cyls if that is what you are asking. Tue, 07 May 2013 18:09:49 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/sterling-p-500-jet-drive-outboard#77191 Don't know anything about it ? But looks cool... http://cincinnati.craigslist.org/boa/3787165410.html Tue, 07 May 2013 12:03:09 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/tooting-my-own-horn-d#77188 Here's a guy in FL who may be willing to part out his motor... [URL]http://orlando.craigslist.org/boa/3779969713.html[/URL] http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/flying_scott_60_1960_900.jpg Tue, 07 May 2013 11:01:49 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/need-opinions#77175 CAT*FIN*k wrote: vuyosevich wrote: wow!!!! great stuff..wish it came in spray cans. How bout spray bottles? There are some DIY kits on the market. Check out what these guys have been up to. http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=674441 Good reads, lots of tips, how2s and not2s, color tint and high heat applications. That looks tempting! Mon, 06 May 2013 21:34:51 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/j-e-g-o-s-place/1960-johnson-75hp-test-run-holeshot-video-thanks#77173 Hell YES! Mon, 06 May 2013 21:10:24 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/1954-feather-craft-runabout#77151 http://miami.craigslist.org/mdc/boa/3766426826.html http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/1954_Feather_Craft_Runabout.jpg Mon, 06 May 2013 09:13:17 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/1954-orlando-clipper#77150 Just kidding ............ Mon, 06 May 2013 08:12:24 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/free-vintage-teleflex#77148 I still have it soaking. I have issues with not getting my boat out to fish so tomorrow morning weather willing I'm going fishing. I have never went so long in the year without getting the boat wet. ERRRR. Life will continue afterwards. http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/May_036_Copy-20130506.jpg Mon, 06 May 2013 07:23:38 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/power-cat#77146 I hear ya Bob. I like going out in the morning when there is little boat traffic and relatively calm waters. The little woman likes going out only when it's hot, usually in the afternoon, and usually there's a wind. Will get a license tag today and take it from there! Good luck! Frank Mon, 06 May 2013 06:37:40 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/1967-original-willy-roberts-16#77145 http://miami.craigslist.org/mdc/boa/3721322753.html http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/1967_Original_Willy_Roberts_16_Flats_Boat.jpg Mon, 06 May 2013 06:09:52 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/an-assortment#77143 Your memory is good Mark. The Mantaay and trailer bounced off the semi trailer going down the road. Still have the MR, but have not been able to finish it. An FG member stopped by a few days ago by chance to check it out. Every time the neighbor sees me with a tool they try to have me arrested. I'll need to rent shop space and thats a 1 year lease. A second cat to restore should fill that year and maybe get a 3rd one done. Shannon I replied last night. I was busy outside yesterday cleaning up outside after the storms. Mon, 06 May 2013 06:06:33 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/mystery-boat-what-is-it#77140 Heather has (had?) one of those, we should have gotten that one! You can see some great videos of her Clipper on the Spookeay Marine website; http://spookeaymarine.info/videos.htm Mon, 06 May 2013 05:10:09 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/fiberglassics-forums/home/the-70-s-disco-fiber/1975-classic#77132 jimandros wrote: a bit of SeaRay lines and a bit of early 70s Slickcraft lines. Haven't seen one in years. I can't say I see any sea ray lines, but yes on the slickcrafts. Sun, 05 May 2013 22:24:43 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/the-70-s-disco-fiber/restore-color-on-galcoat-fiberglass-paint#77129 After- http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/after.jpg Sun, 05 May 2013 22:03:26 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/fiberglassics-forums/home/homelite-bearcat-4-cycle-outboards/need-pix-of-cable-ends-bear-cat#77114 The cable ends are very simular to old Merc control ends thanks Much seabob Sun, 05 May 2013 16:33:52 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/mfg-owners-group/removing-glue-residue-from-the-deck#77112 Hey guys, I just bought a 65 edinboro and it had probably some of the nastiest carpet I've seen in a while so I ripped it out. My question is... I don't want to lay down more carpet so how can I remove the glue residue left over without damaging the glass underneath. Sun, 05 May 2013 16:15:23 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/martin-200-outboard-parts#77102 Thanks, yes I know Russ & I have been doing business for over 20 years now, when I need NOS parts I get them from him, looking for rusty junk in a basket to restore. Thanks Ronald Sun, 05 May 2013 10:49:01 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/fiberglassics-forums/home/main-forum/martin-200-gas-tank#77096 Ed: Still have the Martin 200 lower?, if so I amd looking for 200 parts if you are not going to be using it? Thanks Ronald Sun, 05 May 2013 08:00:18 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/martin-200-parts#77086 WTB: Just posted for any related items for the above motor. Can be contacted at: buff10@charter.net Thanks Sat, 04 May 2013 21:33:13 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/help-interior-paint-recommendation#77072 Here is something I've been looking at. You can get it in textured or smooth or you can put a coat of smooth over textured (as recommended by mfr) which is what I might do. The military testimonials are impressive. http://www.durabakcompany.com/ Sat, 04 May 2013 13:32:54 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/attwood-seaflite-questions-please#77069 redfishpirates wrote: fantastic find...you just hit the holly grail Holy cow, I'm sayin' !!! As Andy said, we've seen those go for mega-bucks in decent used condition, to find them "New In Box" is almost unheard of these days. They just don't make stuff that cool these days, IMHO. Sat, 04 May 2013 13:04:44 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/chris-craft-boats-on-tv-sunday-details#77067 You should know what to watch then. It is interesting to me that you have one of each. Thanks. Sat, 04 May 2013 11:54:50 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/fiberglassics-forums/home/main-forum/good-interior-paint-talked-to-rustoleum-update#77059 Andgott wrote: Red IS very prone to fading, but if you keep it covered and maintain it, you will minimize that. Any dark color is going to have 'issues' with fading and chalking. The worst problem I had with my red paint was getting good coverage, red tends to be a bit on the transparent side. ----------------------------- If red gelcoat is taken care of it will last a VERY long time. The red gelcoat on our 1960 Glasspar G-3 is ALL ORIGINAL with the exception of a small area on the splashwell. This boat is now FIFTY THREE (53) years old! http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/DSC_0698-20130504.JPG Sat, 04 May 2013 09:36:53 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/is-it-really-may#77048 52 degrees here (South Carolina) with high winds and occasional rain...17 degrees below "normal." So much for global warming. Fri, 03 May 2013 22:38:52 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/j-e-g-o-s-place/58-bigtwin-5-extension-question#77046 Thanks for the reply... Does anyone know if the 5" extensions interchange? Like for instance, would a '57 35hp extension kit fit a '55 25hp...??? Fri, 03 May 2013 21:39:52 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/j-e-g-o-s-place/yet-another-bigtwin#77045 Just retrieved another one, a '57 Lark, with the extension...(can't have too many of those)... Fri, 03 May 2013 21:36:21 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/homelite-bearcat-4-cycle-outboards/bearcat-control-cable-ends#77039 http://www.fiberglassics.com/fiberglassics-forums/home/homelite-bearcat-4-cycle-outboards eed-pix-of-cable-ends-bear-cat Fri, 03 May 2013 18:40:58 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/homelite-bearcat-4-cycle-outboards/motor-flusher#77026 I have seen quite a few older style flushers out there. Has anyone had experience with which type or model could be converted easily for use on the Bearcat? Thanks, Steve Fri, 03 May 2013 14:06:57 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/1961-aristocraft-funliner-launch#77023 Stash, I hope that's not the case, but if it is.... I'm holding you to that promise. Thanks. Fri, 03 May 2013 13:30:06 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/fiberglassics-forums/home/main-forum/aristocraft-funliner-transom#77022 I went through sort of the same thing with one of my motorcycles. I didn't have the title for it but a met a guy from VT and he just needed a bill of sale to get a new title. So I "sold" my bike to him, got the documents and "sold" it back to me. All for a small fee of course. Could this possibly work in your scenario? Fri, 03 May 2013 13:23:33 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/need-help-identifing-this-old-girl#77012 Like I wrote earlier, Pipestone Mariner Corp of Pipestone, MN. The model is "Fish n Ski". Go to the Glassic Library here. There are some earlier brochures. Also look at Red Wing Fiberglass Products and Midwest Marine. The latter two are where the "Mariner" name originated. Andreas Fri, 03 May 2013 09:06:42 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/nbr/we-re-all-counting-on-you-john#77004 The gloves are off!!!! This little S.O.B. is dead meat!!!! We just had 8-10 inches of snow just north of us. Last Monday it was 85 degrees. I think he would be great if he was shredded, just for principle!!! I am 55 years old and I have never seen snow on the ground in May before. Bill Thu, 02 May 2013 22:10:21 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/any-one-traveling-down-to-fla-help-needed-please#76996 Anyone driving down with an open tow hitch to central Florida? I am getting pushed into a corner. We close on our house in a few weeks. Located northern Illinois. I really want to keep my 14 foot Playmaster. But I can not afford to ship professionally or to make a separate trip for it. I am hoping someone would do it for gas money one way. Mendota to Tavares/Mt Dora. I will install new tires and make sure trailer is 100% as in lights and wheel bearings. Thanks Dave Hey Bill if push comes to shove can I store it at your place in Bloomington? I did put it on the classifieds.... Thu, 02 May 2013 17:57:39 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/tee-nee-fender-question#76995 I'll check, but I don't think I have much pre 57 Thu, 02 May 2013 17:53:43 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/we-have-to-many-fiberglass-things-in-our-yard#76994 Drool drool Thu, 02 May 2013 17:49:06 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/alumi-classics/58-59-texas-maid#76978 In checking out the brochures in the awesome 'Classics Library', I notice that the '58, Texas Maid 16' Bahama weighs 480lbs, and the '59, 16' Bahama weighs 330lbs. 150lbs seems like quite a difference, anyone have any insight into why this would be? Thanks. http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/58_Texas_Maid_Bahama.JPEG Thu, 02 May 2013 11:44:57 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/alumi-classics/1958-resorter#76977 Where you at with your boat? Haven't gotten an update in a while. Thu, 02 May 2013 10:26:56 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/my-new-rear-end#76973 I am a big fan of your work. Hoping to learn more. Why did you do the sides then replace the transom or did I miss something? Why did you cut out the exterior glass when you did the transom? Is the splashwell your custom design or was that original? Can't wait to see more. Thu, 02 May 2013 10:01:44 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/jim-savage-heart-surgery#76967 and another white one.... http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/raystown_082-20130502.jpg Thu, 02 May 2013 07:48:50 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/wood-boats/riva-wooden-runabouts-tavares-classic-boat-show#76964 hot link... http://www.seabuddyonboats.com/motors-and-power/tavares-antique-and-classic-boat-show-lake-dora-mount-dora-report-riva-boats-for-sale/ Thu, 02 May 2013 04:59:25 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/fiberglassics-forums/home/main-forum/summer-project-1963-renken#76962 Thanks Guys. I'll keep Ya posted as it hits the water, SOON! Thu, 02 May 2013 02:19:14 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/trailer-talk/help-to-identify-my-unusual-trailer#76960 Looks home built to me. Thu, 02 May 2013 00:02:49 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/prop-size-question#76954 OK- Here is what was settled on. I ordered a Solas 11.8" X 11 pitch. This size came after a bunch of calculations from the prop shop and other mariners in the know. It will be here Friday and I'll run it this weekend to test. I also got the tach working. It is an old brass tach and I am really glad to have it functioning. I'll be able to get a good feel for what this motor is turning. I'll post the results after the water test. Regards, Don Wed, 01 May 2013 20:41:17 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/aquamarine-blue-motor#76952 Almost has a retro/modern look to it, definitely not something you see every day! Wonder what kind of transom (titanium maybe) you would have to have to be rated for 557 HP!? Think I'd need a bigger boat. :) Wed, 01 May 2013 20:31:55 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/mfg-owners-group/second-owner-of-a-68-chevron-2#76947 Thanks Rick! Wed, 01 May 2013 15:32:52 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/outboard-collectors-1937-2hp-johnson-model-a-25#76936 I'm not a collector, or even know if it's a good price ? But if you need one ? Here it is: (no pic available) http://cincinnati.craigslist.org/boa/3776201353.html Wed, 01 May 2013 08:16:56 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/chrysler-conqueror-s-iii-500-20-tn#76935 Chattanooga , TN C.L. no motor , says 20 ' (?) no pics , with trailer, ask $500 . No library history , will try & find a web link. Rare model S-III (?) http://chattanooga.craigslist.org/boa/3777364292.html Wed, 01 May 2013 08:01:24 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/mfg-owners-group/1969-mfg-westfield#76930 It is... so to speak. Actually it's a polyester resin. And that is only a semi-educated guess. Has been a bit of a mystery to a lot of MFG owners. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 21:01:39 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/cobia-vantage-24-i-o#76924 One more, I will post some more soon. Just started with the removal of wiring and rotten bit to clean up the inside so I can start http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/photo1-20130430.JPG Tue, 30 Apr 2013 18:02:47 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/1958-cadillac-16#76913 That is/could be one sweet Lummie! Tue, 30 Apr 2013 12:56:23 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/1959-fleetform-in-mn#76912 This one keeps popping up on craigs list. I bet it was first listed two-three months ago Andreas Tue, 30 Apr 2013 11:59:40 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/windshield-questions#76895 So, the original windshield is cracked . yellow and just cruddy. http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_1821_zpsbec9bd40.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_1821_zpsbec9bd40.jpg.html) I got this 55(?) Thunderbird windshield for free on Craigslist. http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_1825_zps1e83bbd0.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_1825_zps1e83bbd0.jpg.html) I'm gonna set it the other way for a sleaker look, and better airflow behind the wheel. http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_1829_zps35836c62.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_1829_zps35836c62.jpg.html) The first thing I notice is the big gap under the glass. http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_1887_zps0e709d27.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_1887_zps0e709d27.jpg.html) http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_1888_zpsad7afba1.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_1888_zpsad7afba1.jpg.html) So, it had to be filled..... http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_1889_zpsfd027088.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_1889_zpsfd027088.jpg.html) http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_1890_zps4474304e.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_1890_zps4474304e.jpg.html) http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_1895_zps296c130c.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_1895_zps296c130c.jpg.html) http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_1945_zps2ae4f6fe.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_1945_zps2ae4f6fe.jpg.html) http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_1950_zps2cdeb511.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_1950_zps2cdeb511.jpg.html) http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_1949_zps6facdd82.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_1949_zps6facdd82.jpg.html) As long as the windshield is Off I might as well squirt some fresh paint on the boat... Hardware removed.... http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_1951_zpsd7eb064e.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_1951_zpsd7eb064e.jpg.html) All masked up... http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_1960_zps2bfe7fc0.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_1960_zps2bfe7fc0.jpg.html) http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_1961_zpse16410f4.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_1961_zpse16410f4.jpg.html) Meanwhile, I was reshooting all the white stuff in the back... http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_1968_zps8f38cfb8.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_1968_zps8f38cfb8.jpg.html) Now I have to start concentrating on the framework of the windshield.... That's the original gasket, I'm gonna recycle it. http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_1953_zps8b2ce820.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_1953_zps8b2ce820.jpg.html) Here it is siliconed on.... http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_1969_zps08c6680d.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_1969_zps08c6680d.jpg.html) Now, Everyone who get's in the boat naturally grabs the top of the windshield for support, Myself included. So I am going to build the frame out of steel. Here I've marked out the two pieces of channel I'm gonna use. It was an old supprot for a piec of printing equipment. http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_2014_zps1f785da1.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_2014_zps1f785da1.jpg.html) Here it is cut down and marked up.... http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_2042_zps5eed708b.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_2042_zps5eed708b.jpg.html) Bendy.... http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_2043_zpsa66d7db8.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_2043_zpsa66d7db8.jpg.html) Taking shape... http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_2044_zps2c2ff4b6.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_2044_zps2c2ff4b6.jpg.html) http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_2046_zps6b57b663.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_2046_zps6b57b663.jpg.html) Welded up... http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_2048_zpsc16de555.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_2048_zpsc16de555.jpg.html) http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_2047_zps7db53339.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_2047_zps7db53339.jpg.html) http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_2055_zps5a180ee8.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_2055_zps5a180ee8.jpg.html) Ground down... http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_2058_zps98912271.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_2058_zps98912271.jpg.html) Made some gussetts... http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_2072_zps47db3992.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_2072_zps47db3992.jpg.html) Now, You'll notice the boat has been painted at this point. Sorry for forgetting to shoot pics. Mocking up the mounts... http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_2071_zps7d950ef5.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_2071_zps7d950ef5.jpg.html) Mud. http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_2080_zpsef975920.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_2080_zpsef975920.jpg.html) Smooth. http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_2081_zps5514c01b.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_2081_zps5514c01b.jpg.html) Paint. http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_2098_zpsb743f456.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_2098_zpsb743f456.jpg.html) Hardware. http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_2116_zps3317e3d7.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_2116_zps3317e3d7.jpg.html) Mounted. http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_2117_zps3fbb8e55.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_2117_zps3fbb8e55.jpg.html) http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_2121_zpsaba86f8a.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_2121_zpsaba86f8a.jpg.html) http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_2120_zps298b372d.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_2120_zps298b372d.jpg.html) http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_2119_zpsac3d344a.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_2119_zpsac3d344a.jpg.html) http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/TerryByer/IMG_2122_zps6f9cacec.jpg (http://s39.photobucket.com/user/TerryByer/media/IMG_2122_zps6f9cacec.jpg.html) Tue, 30 Apr 2013 03:02:15 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/unknown-fins-on-craigslist#76883 Hey, That's my boat..the teal one...In My opinion, you won't find a more beautiful boat anywhere..lol..you can see it on the water by going to Kevfin's site and looking at last years boat show in Beloit... Mon, 29 Apr 2013 12:55:45 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/maiden-voyage-video-1975-cacci-craft#76880 Good job Don, lookin' good out there! Mon, 29 Apr 2013 10:23:24 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/1961-1963-glastron-v143-jetflite#76874 ..KERN,: A recent listing here just south of Chattanooga, ORIG & Merc 50 423 - 240 - 1488 http://chattanooga.craigslist.org/boa/3772729726.html Mon, 29 Apr 2013 08:25:26 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/weird-random-glastron-find#76873 That rig is in rough shape. One of our Conn or MASS members had a NICE red one for sale maybe a year or so ago.. They can be a tad heavy in rear to get on plane.. Heard you need a 115hp min. ? Mon, 29 Apr 2013 08:23:20 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/j-e-g-o-s-place/fat-fifty-motor-cover-in-seattle-craigslist#76872 Here's another pic of my 'Fat Fifty' corner, two 58's and a '59 http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/Fat_50_corner.JPEG Mon, 29 Apr 2013 08:19:26 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/mercury-outpost/new-to-me-mark-35a#76871 Nice find, can,t beat the price! Mon, 29 Apr 2013 08:19:08 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/j-e-g-o-s-place/35-lark-point-gap#76867 Upon, initial testing, I got no spark in either cyl. I have changed coils, points, condensers, plugs and wires. So I won't know if the old ones are ok until I test them in another motor, which I'm sure I will. Interestingly the throttle (butterfly) shaft was set up in this motor, which suggests me that it was probably sitting for a very long time...Thanks for the input...BTW, I didn't think my pics were posting because I can't view them myself...??? Mon, 29 Apr 2013 07:48:33 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/classic-1960-larson#76863 http://milwaukee.craigslist.org/boa/3770820970.html Mon, 29 Apr 2013 07:25:55 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/dowty-turbo-craft-at-a-great-price-in-ontario-2#76862 http://ontario.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-boats-watercraft-powerboats-motorboats-Dowty-16ft-Turbo-Craft-Runabout-with-Trailer-W0QQAdIdZ479324113 Mon, 29 Apr 2013 07:03:41 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/regional-forums/fgnw/long-or-short-shafts-for-dorsett-catalina#76859 Hi Karma....I'm thinking of powering a Catalina w/ twin Johnson 35's...is this folly...will a single 35 even get the boat on plane? Sun, 28 Apr 2013 23:52:56 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/the-2013-switzercraft-reunion-regatta#76858 Hi everyone, it is my pleasure and honor to announce the 11th Annual Switzercraft Reunion Regatta and Hot Boat Rally will be held at THE BIG BASIN MARINA in Channahon Illinois on Saturday July 13,2013....Starts at 10am and were hoping and probably going to see other groups join us. The Badger State Hydro Association says they will have people there and remember this event is open to all boaters,,,,the older the boat the better, but we love all you guys and your rides. Lets make this a wonderful time and fun get together....You guys with the extremely fast boats...Help me wow the crowd with fly bys. I have also agreed to host the 12th Annual Regatta too but we will talk about that in 2014. Come on lets prove to all those non believers that us Hot Boaters,Racers, and Antique Outboarders are one big River Rat Family and make this one crazy event... If anyone wants a flyer or more info write me at Tlord91154@aol.com or call me at 815 954 6483....Tom (and April) Arambasich Sun, 28 Apr 2013 22:09:08 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/wood-boats/some-blue-ridge-acbs-photos#76848 I took these photos of "Bettie Page" and "Pathfinder" at the recent Blue Ridge ACBS show in Hartwell, GA. Betty drew her share of admirers and I hear she won some kind of award, which I was not in attendance to receive...whatever. Also, here are two shots of the 1958 Chris-Craft Commander, "Pathfinder," which we restored last year...same event. (Note the 48 star flag.) I overheard one admirer say regarding the cruiser, "She's got a nice ass." Now that's a compliment! http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/bp1.JPG http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/bp2.JPG http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/scott.JPG http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/scott2.JPG Sun, 28 Apr 2013 17:45:57 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/wood-boats/snow-boating-in-mn#76841 Here in Holcombe we still have ice (unsafe but still ice covered) in some areas. Yesterday I needed to test run a fresh 40 Johnson rebuild & was able to back into the ramp & pull power with the boat strapped to the trailer. Ice should be gone in a day or two. As for Bill in LaCrosse, we are going to be sending you plenty of water. The gates are open & the Chippewa is flowing. Sun, 28 Apr 2013 13:59:20 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/stern-drives/replacing-mercruiser-gimble-housing-assy-in-23-ft#76840 Since your boat is 1967 to 1969, I would look for a complete replacement 120/140/165 with the hydraulic lines coming out the bottom. This will give you trim also, but you will need the donor pump, trim cylinders, plumbing & reverse lock valve. You could look for a 1967 thru 1969 120/140/160 with trim also. These would have 2 lines on each side instead of 1 like yours. Again, you will need the associated extra parts. I would shy away from the 1967 thru 1969 model because there are 4 different part number noses & they are a bitch to change & typically need to be special ordered. The bottom mounted lines are all 4 the same part number. From my experience, the earliest bottom mounted units are OK except for the top mounted trim limit switch goes bad & is NLA. So you will need to bypass it. The next generation with side mounted trim limit switch usually will have worn out splines on the steering tiller. So pick & choose used parts carefully. Sun, 28 Apr 2013 13:54:16 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/1957-chris-craft-wisconsin#76822 Cool boathttp://milwaukee.craigslist.org/boa/3770593671.html Sat, 27 Apr 2013 22:36:43 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/im-a-new-dad-its-a-baby-mercury-2#76817 its a 72 model with trim and tilt 115 hp. looks clean and Joe is going through it just to make sure. steering and he has some old stock controls for it. i saw several i liked i am really leaning toward console mount with a dash but cant picture it yet. joe is my hook up for about everything i need, or at least i can him first crack at it . but i am hoping to make a lot of head way this year billy Sat, 27 Apr 2013 18:44:41 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/fiberglassics-forums/home/trailer-talk/58-or-prior-gator-i-think#76814 Look on the top of the frame tube just to the front of the right fender mount. Mine has a crudely stamped 8 digit number which I believe is "factory", since mine still has original paint and the numbers were stamped prior to painting. Mine are hard to see, so any subequent coats of paint would probably cover them completely. Ed Sat, 27 Apr 2013 14:34:43 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/alumi-classics/for-sale-1959-lonestar-nassau#76813 New here, even though I've been a long time lurker. I just posted in the glassifieds the ad for the 1959 lonestar Nassau I have for sale. Just asking what I bought it for. Comes with boat, motor and trailer. I'm joining the military and have no place to put it. I thought about putting it on craigslist but it would kill me to see such a beautiful boat be destroyed by someone who has no interest in it. Please take a look. LINK: http://www.fiberglassics.com/index.php?option=com_adsmanager&view=details&id=2668&catid=1&Itemid=56 I know the lack of pictures is frustrating, but if you are seriously interested I can send you pictures from my cell phone (that's the only means I have at the moment) eight one 6 6 one 6 zero 6 zero 6 ask for Josh. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me via email (although I only check it maybe once a week) at campfield(dot)josh(at)gmail(dot)com Contact is better by phone. First person with the cash takes it. Comes with bill of sale (all that is needed to register both the boat and trailer in Kansas) If this is a problem for you, contact me and I can register the boat and trailer before the exchange (but it will add around 30 dollars to the price). Thanks, Josh Sat, 27 Apr 2013 13:02:12 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/j-e-g-o-s-place/35hp-lark-compression-release#76805 OK, I removed and cleaned the starters, and lubed the bushings. The short starter did finally roll the engine over, but only for a few seconds, then would just turn slowly. I switched to the long starter and it seems to work fine...Thanks for the help http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/58_Super_SeaHorse.JPEG Sat, 27 Apr 2013 09:35:03 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/wizard-correction-o#76803 Ditto on the Scott Guy. He can set you up. Sat, 27 Apr 2013 08:37:36 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/j-e-g-o-s-place/early-evinrude-fleetwin-info#76802 www.old-omc.de has brochures and a serial number decipher chart. Great source for information on OMC motors. www.aomci.org is a great source. There are local chapters all over North America. Go to some of the activities and get to know other old outboard enthusiasts. Appropriate replacement decals and paints can be obtained at several places. Andreas Sat, 27 Apr 2013 08:32:33 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/alumi-classics/installing-a-drain#76800 or they could drown.. http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/femot4-20130426.gif Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:33:18 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/g3-owners-association/not-a-current-owner-but#76794 Well Hello Chris. Haven't heard from you since the Saint Michael's show in 2010. I had heard you were under the weather for a while. If you are finally looking to own one again contact me a friend of ours is looking to sell a couple of very restorable open decks. If you have the 2013 ACBS members list I am listed as the G-3 Margue Club Contact. morris aka Al http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/DSC_02031_640x425.jpg Fri, 26 Apr 2013 21:03:52 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/g3-owners-association/the-board-problems#76793 Tell you the truth, I don't recall if it was ever otherwise...Is this a senior moment? http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/windy.jpg Fri, 26 Apr 2013 20:55:31 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/need-help-identifying-my-boat#76788 The deck looks exactly like mine, same color even. Except my bow light is mounted where your bow handle is. And my bow light looks like the helmet of Martin the Martian of cartoons. I have searched for another one like mine online to determine the manufacturer, with no avail. Everyone is a bit different. Yours is the closest I'm seen to mine. BTW Mine is a 1962 Elgin that came with a 1961 McCollough 40 HP. Fri, 26 Apr 2013 18:27:10 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/mercury-outpost/64-650-prop-seals-what-the#76786 Glad you mentioned the space between the seals. I could have driven in the outer seal until it contacted the inner one, if you hadn't mentioned it. You're right about the missing thrust washer. There was none in that area from the first time I pulled the prop to change it out. My Clymer Manual doesn't show it but describes the front piece as "thrust hub and washer". I have another manual that shows it in the blow-up picture and calls it a thrust washer. By split washer, you mean split like a lock washer, only thinner? I did find a piece of 1-1/4", thick wall PVC (gray) pipe that very closely matches the seal O.D and I.D. the walls are 3/16 thick, enough to provide good support where it contacts the seal and large enough I.D. to clear the prop shaft. I screwed a regular iron 1-1/4" pipe nipple on the threaded end for a good hammer tapping surface. This may or may not work, but if it doesn't I'm only out the cost of the seals and can still go further with dismantling and doing it the correct way. If the seals hold, I can proceed to pressure and vacuum testing the unit to see how everything else is doing. Fri, 26 Apr 2013 16:40:30 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/g3-owners-association/happy-spring-rub-rail-q#76784 Kerry.... I [posted a photo and place where to buy the exact replacement .. ..I still have a lot of it left .. but I don't think it will go all the way around .. I'll search the board for my post ..Tony Fri, 26 Apr 2013 16:05:16 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/regional-forums/fgne/hammondsport-keuka-lake-july-19-21-2013#76774 I'm sure someone beat me to it! Frank Fri, 26 Apr 2013 05:35:52 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/bellboy-hardtop-evinrude-in-wa#76772 Looks pretty good at that price. http://spokane.craigslist.org/boa/3765885310.html Thu, 25 Apr 2013 23:41:00 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/mercury-outpost/50hp-merc-distributor#76762 what year. if it is lightining energizer i have the mag and switch box. Thu, 25 Apr 2013 17:16:18 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/58-johnson-fat-fifty-hood-parts-etc#76761 Spotted this. Figured someone here might be looking for it..http://toledo.craigslist.org/boa/3712892182.html Thu, 25 Apr 2013 17:16:04 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/mfg-owners-group/1st-time-boat-owner#76760 Welcome aboard Alex, glad to have you join us. Thu, 25 Apr 2013 15:19:21 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/winner-is-coming-alone-slow#76756 I can't afford to do the chrome now so I cleaned it up a bit and put it back on. It is far from show quality and it will be used for fishing. The windshield was in very poor condition so I cut her down. I had to shelf my outboard lower end rebuild for a little longer due to funding. I had to put new brakes and rotors on my wife's car. If I get the seats done I will use her with my Honda for now. I got the wooden splash rail back on and the mounting blocks for the seats are cut and fitted. I had a lot of rasping to do to fit those. I'm deleting the middle seat but it will be able to be added easily if I decide to. Still have to get step pads on the Tee Nee fenders. http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/April_043_Copy.jpgBow light is not on yet because I'm converting it to LED. http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/April_042_Copy-20130425.jpg http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/April_040_Copy.jpg Thu, 25 Apr 2013 13:49:52 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/painting-58-johnson-35-hp-outboard#76742 Randy: I to am repainting a 1958 35 HP Evinrude cowling. It will be installed on a 1969 Evinrude 40 HP. I can confirm the the cowling was painted after assembly. Got the paint from North York Marine. The highlight paint color on the side of the cowling looked to be black. After having removed the chrome it turns out it was a very dark blue. I had already ordered the paint so I decided to paint it black instead of the original blue. Have one more color to add so will do that today and reassemble next week. This cowling has three colors, white, gray and dark blue making a minimum of a three day painting project. Greg Anderson Wisconsin http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/DSC05495_800x600.jpg http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/DSC05503_800x600.jpg http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/DSC05504_800x600.jpg http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/DSC05507_800x600.jpg Thu, 25 Apr 2013 08:51:59 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/member-projects/installing-a-bilge-pimp#76740 Now that is interesting. I just purchased a Rule 1500 CPH pump for my 18 Skagit. It has a built-in float switch. I was really worried because I noticed in the catalog that they are available either in 12 V or 24 V. So rushing out to the car to check it, it turns out the pump was indeed 12 V. Like a lot of things at this time of the year these were the only pumps present on the shelf. They were all sold out of 800 CPH and smaller pumps. But on retrospect the 1500 will certainly do the job. I do have a sump and the pump will go right in the middle of that. They also come with enough wire that you don't have a problem putting the electrical joint in the water, in fact they recommend you don't do that. They also want you to put all the electrical connections well above the pump. It has a one and eighth output, and I bought two Hull fittings to mount above the waterline that will allow me to the pump to that. Looks like in general this is one of the easiest things to do. The face of the pump which is removal has screw holes for bolting the pump to the bilge. All I need now is some kind of piping to change the angle of the output from sideways to vertical. Thu, 25 Apr 2013 05:26:32 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/mercury-outpost/2013-merc-90-system-ground#76739 On the Internet, I found several hundred Mercury outboard wiring diagrams. Everyone that I saw tended to have no ground other than the negative terminal of the battery. While just about every electronic device that I recently purchased for the boats as a reference or even some cases a specific round wire there appears to be no need for ground plate or other device. This could be the solution unless I get very noisy radio or GPS reception then I will have to revisit the subject. One of the key things that popped up in my investigation is a need to wrap a wire around the fill fitting and connected to the ground on the gas tank near the gas gauge sender. That in turn would be connected to the ship's ground. The diagram includes a wire it runs to the ship's ground. I don't know if I want to hook that up to the battery or not? http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/Gas_Tank-20130425.jpg Thu, 25 Apr 2013 03:24:34 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/mercury-outpost/merc-1250-tach-wiring-2#76737 GF - Those are just pics I found, so I'm not sure. I think I've tried every wiring combination and still can't get it to work. I thought maybe the rectifier or stator were bad so I did a simple check with a DVM and it's definitely charging. It's starting to appear that my tach might be bad. I'm also getting voltage from the brown wire out the Mercontrol, but I have no idea what it's supposed to be. The only thing I haven't tested is the tach harness. I'll check it tomorrow. Does anybody know how to test it? Thanks, Mark Thu, 25 Apr 2013 02:47:00 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/fiberglassics-forums/home/wood-boats/i-have-information-on-sea-mac-boats-riverside-nj#76729 Welcome aboard Deb! Start a new thread with some pics of your new "toy" we'd love to see it. Bob Wed, 24 Apr 2013 19:55:15 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/hydrostream-vector#76726 http://miami.craigslist.org/brw/boa/3661663212.html http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/hydrostream_vector.jpg Wed, 24 Apr 2013 19:12:58 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/awesome-engine-pictures/page-3#76722 this is the last one for a while http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/DSCN1000.JPG Wed, 24 Apr 2013 15:07:33 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/homelite-bearcat-4-cycle-outboards/spring-is-here#76721 Hi Wayne, Welcome to the Homelite/Bearcat classic outboard forum! Did some boat cleaning Sunday and lit off my Homelite for the first time this year. New tags on the hull, new tires on trailer. I'm thinking it may get a new top this year. It's about ready for it's first outing. Engine ran perfect as usual. I haven't run my F block engine since '09 and am thinking of running it this year also. Would like to make another run with the 85hp as it too has sat since the fall of '10. Wed, 24 Apr 2013 13:29:56 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/fiberglassics-forums/regional-forums/fgmw/any-news-on-a-sugar-lake-get-together#76719 Thanks John! Wed, 24 Apr 2013 12:31:50 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/nice-glassic-in-wis#76716 Those side "lapstrake" details probably indicate SPAN or maybe MARINER at Red Wing, MN or SEACREST at Yankton, SD Andreas Wed, 24 Apr 2013 09:51:57 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/new-stringer-and-custom-fiberglass-fuel-tank#76714 How's your tank coming Commander? I've been keeping up with a Scimitar (Gary's) project Ole Red is doing, with a Fiberglass gas tank (due to the size). He mentions using a sealer inside, details are in the thread; http://www.olered.com/GaryPage2.html Wed, 24 Apr 2013 09:35:00 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/j-e-g-o-s-place/dont-t-now-what-johnson#76711 Actually, going by the scale of the lower unit, I'd say it's the HD model, not the DT model. The HD was the 2.5hp version, similar, same era, but smaller. Wed, 24 Apr 2013 05:33:34 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/fiberglassics-forums/home/main-forum/1965-gw-invader-id-number#76706 Take out the seat and use a hand mirror to look at the underside of the lip between the motor well and the cockpit. Should be there. Serial should start with 10 and be five digits long. Tue, 23 Apr 2013 21:18:06 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/boat-identification-and-information#76705 Looks exactly like a GW Invader 8-footer. Splash copies were made by Columbia, etc. If it is a GW, there should be a serial number located underneath the motor well (on the underside of the lip just behind the seat - use a hand mirror or crawl in upside down). There are pix of similar ones on the yahoo groups GW Invader site. We had one for several years. Lots of fun. Expect to get very wet. Tue, 23 Apr 2013 20:57:46 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/member-projects/my-new-project#76702 ..ASTRO- Glass should be the brand . with the front curved side lapstrake pattern... I had a 12 or 13 ft in Fla , BUT I see more around Tennessee here . I had a few pics in my albums, but not viewable.. We had some older posts / threads, but I can not locate in the Search function. Search opther sites , or google, may cross reference someone selling a model on Craig list or view another pic, But my guess / input would be ASTRO. GLASS Tue, 23 Apr 2013 20:05:33 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/for-a-laugh#76691 good one rob...hehe Tue, 23 Apr 2013 09:50:48 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/fiberglassics-forums/home/main-forum/starliner-or-starliter-early-boat-memories#76688 Wow, I recently came accross an old registration for that old blue/white runabout...It was a 1962, 13' Elgin, with a '59 Lark Golden Jubilee, that was back in the late 1980's. Tue, 23 Apr 2013 06:34:22 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/57-crosby-capri#76684 as a mini update I went out a bought a heat gun and it made a world of difference, although i have not made a whole lot of progress on stripping the deck. the cracks seem to be delamination of the deck possibly. I will post more pictures as I make a bigger dent. One interesting thing I did see was standing water in the center battery tray, which on further review was a crack in the corner of the battery tray which expelled water as I pressed down. My sudden fear is that of the core integrity. As a newbie to the tap test, I did not seem to notice any definite signs of dullness from the surrounding hull, but I could be wrong. That is unless the gas can/battery tray are glued down to the floor. Tue, 23 Apr 2013 00:45:55 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/1955-57-crosby-restoration#76682 wow, great work! love the shine of the outer hull. Mon, 22 Apr 2013 23:52:36 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/custom-craft-too-much-horses#76681 It does look great as-is! If you want to fancy-fy it a bit, you could add some "tasteful" pin-striping in a matching aqua color. I wouldn't think the ACBS Judges would take off too many points for that! Cheers.......ed Mon, 22 Apr 2013 23:42:50 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/still-looking#76673 Heavy chromed die cast, must be something like it somewhere in this community. Mon, 22 Apr 2013 21:42:43 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/transom-shot-from-last-week#76671 I don't see any skiers or rooster tail. Have fun. Mon, 22 Apr 2013 21:30:48 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/regional-forums/fgse/eastern-n-c-antique-boat-show#76666 Our 1960 Glasspar G-3 Skiboat: http://www.fiberglassics.com/images/fbfiles/images/DSC_0796.JPG Mon, 22 Apr 2013 15:38:27 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/mercury-outpost/lower-unit-pressure-test#76663 I've started a new thread on this lower unit. Seems I've stumbled into a new mystery regarding the prop seals. See this post: http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/mercury-outpost/64-650-prop-seals-what-the Mon, 22 Apr 2013 15:30:58 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/attwood-finned-bow-light-w-handle-for-trade#76658 I have an Attwood finned bow light with a handle that I'd like to trade for the same light without the handle. The boat has a recess for the bow handle, so I'm going to leave it. I'll be moving the horn to the side so it won't be so crowded. Thanks, Mark [URL=http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/94/img3189ac.jpg/][IMG]http://imageshack.us/a/img94/6637/img3189ac.jpg[/IMG][/URL] Mon, 22 Apr 2013 15:16:23 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/alumi-classics/pics-of-an-original-69-lund-new-yorker#76636 Hi Alan, I think that the vents are more than likely original. We had a similar arrangement on a 1967 Larson All-American. The vent on the deck was to vent the built in gas tank that was installed up front and the two in the back vented the gas storage area in the back, where the battery also resides. I think that the caution was in the build up of gas fumes with the probability of a spark from a short in the wiring. This rear storage area was an enclosed area with a hinged cover. I think also that the handles are an owner add-on. They look to be from the local hardware store. I've got the '69 catalog along with most of the other Lund brochures and the 19'K-19 only appears in a couple of catalogs much earlier. No deck additions on these earlier examples. Lee Wangstad Sun, 21 Apr 2013 23:05:10 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/fins-in-texas#76625 ..A 59 CUTTER ,? Library link http://www.fiberglassics.com/library/File:Cutterb59001.jpg Sun, 21 Apr 2013 20:06:33 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/1950-s-switzer-in-wisconsin#76607 Looks like a nice little boat for the moneyhttp://appleton.craigslist.org/boa/3755519208.html Sun, 21 Apr 2013 13:34:40 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/cacci-craft-update-getting-close-to-launch-time#76599 I can't wait to see it. I've been working on my Winner about 4-5 years now. It's getting close. I was going to finish my 35 hp Evinrude Golden Jubilee this month but came up short to buy the rest of my parts to finish it. But I have some prospects of selling some stuff and getting it done. I can't wait to see it in the water. Sat, 20 Apr 2013 23:05:51 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/mercury-outpost/tower-of-power-lower-unit-questions#76597 I suppose now its just a matter of finding one. Don't suppose you have one in great shape just sitting around do ya? Seriously though, are the enough interchangeable parts between the 85 hp and the 950 ss to make it worthwhile to pick up an 85 hp of the same year range for parts and use the lower unit to get the gear ratio? Sat, 20 Apr 2013 23:01:57 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/another-redfish--nice#76591 Fairly close. http://greensboro.craigslist.org/boa/3687641255.html Sat, 20 Apr 2013 21:16:44 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/mercury-outpost/merc-1250-ammeter#76587 Thanks DMCI. Would you happen to know if I tap in before or after the rectifier? (I noticed I said switch box before) Thanks, Mark Sat, 20 Apr 2013 19:40:43 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/nbr/boston#76581 Hope he is awarded free airfare to Guantanamo. Sat, 20 Apr 2013 11:51:02 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/1961-redfish-shark#76577 http://denver.craigslist.org/boa/3731800164.html Sat, 20 Apr 2013 09:33:07 -0400 http://www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/sightings/nice-starcraft-cruiser#76576 Here's another one in Northern Ontario not in quite as good shape but a ton cheaper: http://ontario.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-boats-watercraft-powerboats-motorboats-1974-Starcraft-Chieftain-W0QQAdIdZ470486228 Al Sat, 20 Apr 2013 08:19:50 -0400