1960's Columbian Fury 8 foot

1960's Columbian Fury 8 foot 7 years 11 months ago #129639

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Hello -
I am in the process of restoring this boat I found as part of a barn clean out.
Although I have been boating all my life this is the first time restoring so I have done more reading than fixing. So, good to start small. I did not see a 1960's forum just 70/80's.
I am looking to get some advice on stringers, parts and so on and to post my project to date...just looking for the right place on this forum to show and get some help.

struggling with how to multiple pic this thing

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Re: 1960's Columbian Fury 8 foot 7 years 11 months ago #129641

redfishpirates Offline Gold Boarder Posts: 559 Karma: 29 Thank you received: 4	welcome...your in the right spot....most of us have 50's/60's boats Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:1960's Columbian Fury 8 foot 7 years 11 months ago #129647

curse Offline Contributing Member Posts: 445 Karma: 5 Thank you received: 2	sure looks like a ski-bird. Kinda funny it was posted within days of this post www.fiberglassics.com/glassic-forums/home/main-forum/gw-invader-8-skibird I'd like to see more pics of it. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:1960's Columbian Fury 8 foot 7 years 11 months ago #129648

Sleezstak Topic Author Offline Fresh Boarder Posts: 10 Thank you received: 0	Trying to figure out multiple pictures. It is like a GW from what I have seen but its not. I do not know much about it. I have it in my basement at this point and replaced the transom Attachments: Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:1960's Columbian Fury 8 foot 7 years 11 months ago #129671

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huh that is funny that out of no where these things start showing up, dont we have a list somewhere that gives all the boats and how many we have on this site. like a running count of all the different makes and models . would be curious. heck there might be a few that someone has got but just forgot about-em. their small enough to just be overlooked. anyway i would love to see video of one on the water.....

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Re:1960's Columbian Fury 8 foot 7 years 11 months ago #129674

curse Offline Contributing Member Posts: 445 Karma: 5 Thank you received: 2	That is different from a GW and I like it Here's a youtube vid of one (GW Invader)...not mine. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:1960's Columbian Fury 8 foot 7 years 11 months ago #129675

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Sleezstak,
"Hello -
I am in the process of restoring my 8' Fury which is a lot like the GW.
The stringers were just 1/4" ply covered in glass. I was thinking of using the white fibre board (fake wood) as it would not rot. this is my first resto so any help is appreciated"

Sleezstak, i'd redo it the same way the factory did but make sure it's glassed in a lot better, make sure drainage is good, and not store it uncovered in the rain and snow.

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Re:1960's Columbian Fury 8 foot 7 years 11 months ago #129676

bilnan1 Offline Contributing Member Posts: 900 Karma: 63 Thank you received: 14	I have seen a few, I don't think they are rare but neat, this one that I own is tagged Lake racer with max hp 15 and weight is 270,cant read anything else but actually in good shape mine has a wood transom and smooth deck,good luck Bill Attachments: Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:1960's Columbian Fury 8 foot 7 years 11 months ago #129678

gil_72gt-160 Offline Senior Boarder Posts: 189 Karma: 14 Thank you received: 1	Give these guys a call they were the manufacturer of Columbian boats back in the 60's and 70' , dont know how much help they will be but its worth a call . Gil www.yellowpages.com/meriden-ct/mip/suburban-marine-inc-341698 Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:1960's Columbian Fury 8 foot 7 years 11 months ago #129696

Sleezstak Topic Author Offline Fresh Boarder Posts: 10 Thank you received: 0	Thanks for the info. The stringers on this thing were plywood and done in two sections. I believe due to the curve. Any good options out there. There is a good write up on this site but I think more geared to larger boats. Just want to do it once. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:1960's Columbian Fury 8 foot 7 years 11 months ago #129697

Dr_Frankenmerc Offline Contributing Member Posts: 1433 Karma: 185 Thank you received: 44	Big glass or little glass,...Vintage fiberglass hulls are most definitely welcome and supported here. Keep us all posted with questions and advances with your progress. There are some very professional and experienced restoration guys monitoring and replying to posts here every day. doc Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:1960's Columbian Fury 8 foot 7 years 11 months ago #129730

Sleezstak Topic Author Offline Fresh Boarder Posts: 10 Thank you received: 0	I am going to move my boat project over to the "Member Projects" forum as I think it is better spot for "historical value" I am only saying this in case someone, someday is looking for info on a boat like this. Done right or wrong, it will be fun. Hardest part will be fitting the HEMI on it. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:1960's Columbian Fury 8 foot 7 years 11 months ago #129734

Chuck in Cincinnati Offline Gold Boarder Posts: 967 Karma: 46 Thank you received: 43	talk to nautilus.... I'm sure he's done it already ? Ha! Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:1960's Columbian Fury 8 foot 7 years 9 months ago #130844

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Bill, I've stopped several times to check out your 'Lake Racer' - Nice, a true fiberglassic. Up to talking old fiberglass boats over a pop next door, let me know. I've got a battleship hull, '59 Bellboy runabout (small tail-fins) w/a '63, 75hp Starflite V and a '60's Chrysler Lonestar 13' one design sloop. Both need work - Advice always welcome.
Brian

I was able to see this faintly on your Coast Guard plate:
Lake Runner Enterprises
539 S. Duff
Ames, Iowa

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Re:1960's Columbian Fury 8 foot 7 years 9 months ago #130845

StarfliteV Offline Fresh Boarder Posts: 2 Thank you received: 0	Bill, I've found this on the USCG site for your Lake Racer: There was also a reference to: Duane L. Smith in Ames, IA & Smitty's Lakerunner Enterprises Ames, IA Hope it helps you, Brian Attachments: Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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