the restoration of a 1964 sather trawler

Bone Yard Boats
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Spring 2007
“HELP SAVE OLD BOATS!”
THE RESTORATION OF A 1964 SATHER TRAWLER 36’
Issue No. 35
BONE YARD BOAT LISTINGS
Robin S. recently came across the Bone Yard Boats website
while surfing the Internet. Thinking that I might be interested
in his restoration of SEA C. STRIDER, a 1964 36-foot Sather
Trawler, and conversion to a live-aboard cruiser, he sent me
an email. You know what? He was right -- I’m a sucker for a
nice trawler. Robin’s story follows:
“I purchased her, a 1964 36' Sather Trawler, 2 years ago in
Vancouver, BC. She has a 6 cylinder Isuzu Diesel with 4,400
hrs. I had searched for almost 2years all over the place for all
kinds of different boats -- sail, power, cats and tri's. You
name it. But could not find exactly what I wanted, either
because of design, size, cost, or condition. My plan was to
find a suitable craft to explore the waters between Vancouver
Island, the mainland, and North to the Queen Charlottes'
where I had worked as a Seaman/Surveyor with the
Department of the Environment for 3 years in the 70's.
I had been told that winds in the areas I was considering were
un-predictable and most sailing craft were dependant upon
their motors for 80% of their cruising in these waters. I kept
being told that good wood boats were hard to find, would
require a lot of work, and would not hold their investment
value. But that is what I wanted. The more I looked, the
more I liked them. They had a warm charm and each it's own
personality that I wanted to get to know and share.
1941 NEWFOUNDLAND FISHING SCHOONER 55’ -- TRUANT
1941 NEWFOUNDLAND FISHING SCHOONER 55’.
Owner says: “TRUANT is a big boat. She's an overbuilt
workboat with 3-inch frames and 1 1/2 inch planking. She
fished off Newfoundland for her first decade. Then she hauled
coal between Nova Scotia and Newfoundland for the next. For
her 3rd and 4th decades, she was a Sea Scouts boat, teaching
boys to sail along the coast of Maine. For most of the last 20
years she was owned by two men of Gloucester, Mass. One of
the owners was a shipwright, who is responsible for keeping
her functional through the years. My wife and I acquired her
a couple of years ago as we sailed through Gloucester.
SEA C. STRIDER, 1964 SATHER TRAWLER 36’ -- BEFORE
When I went over to see her it was love at first sight. She'd
had a 2-month old survey with no major concerns and the
owner, whom I also liked, offered her to me for $15,000, a
drop of $4,000 from his asking price.
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TRUANT has gaff fore and mainsails, a jib and a staysail. She
has a long sprit, about 15 feet long. Her main mast is some
45 feet above the water, and she once had topmasts. We
have her old sails as well as 6 heavy-duty used sails in good
condition that need to be cut down for her. There are no
winches--just block and tackle. Her rigging is galvanized and
in decent condition--deadeyes and lanyards for the shrouds
and bronze turnbuckles for the stays. She has a huge manual
windlass that can be worked by two people at a time. There
are two deckhouses and two companionways.
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SEA C. STRIDER, 1964 SATHER TRAWLER 36’ -- AFTER
I brought her over to Victoria and with my plans in pocket
went to see John Jenkins at Jenkins Marine. We came up with
plan to add a cabin on her rear deck, add fuel and water
tanks, and add a Fly Bridge with controls on her upper deck.
The estimate was for the conversion was $22,000, but -- as
always -- ended up at $35,000, for a total of $50,000 with
purchase price.
We remain true to that mission.
Power or sail, wood or fiberglass -- we do not discriminate.
If you know of boats needing rescue, please let us know.
If you have restored a boat, we would love to hear about it.
Let your story be an inspiration to others.
This was the amount I had originally set for myself when
searching, and she was exactly what I wanted. At survey for
insurance she was valued at $60,000, and I was told with my
plans for her interior and additional equipment I could add
another $20,000 to her value.
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I did a lot of work last summer on her decks as they had
leaked on me during the winter. They are now all recaulked
and back to the original cedar, sanded and soaked in cedar oil
preservative. I got rid of years of different layers of paint and
varnish. I have had lots of positive comments and help from
my neighbors on my dock at West Bay.
IN SEARCH OF WANDERER
From: Lee H.
Sent: Friday, April 6, 2007 08:42 AM
To: davidirving@boneyardboats.com
Subject: I need your help
I still have lots to do but plan to have her ready to cruise in a
year or two. I want her to be totally self-sufficient and be able
to cruise in comfort, drop my anchor, go ashore in my 9'
tender/sail boat to explore, pick up supplies and enjoy the
Pacific North West with camera and paintbrush in hand.”
Greetings, I have a sob story and would like your
assistance. My grand father recently passed away and he
donated his 1968 Chris Craft Sea Skiff to the Chapman school
in Jupiter Florida, several years ago. Her name was Wanderer
then. The school did tell me they eventually sold her. But of
course they would not give me any more information. I have
exhausted all of my resources from here in Georgia. I have
spent hours calling boat yards placing ads in several
magazines, newspapers.
-- Robin
SEA C. STRIDER, 1964 SATHER TRAWLER 36’ -- WEST BAY WINTER
The reason I want her or to find her is that I one love this
boat with all the memories of us growing up on her, and want
to share that with my daughter. The boats of today don’t have
the class, look and feel of boats from long ago. I have a
Monterey, and a Catalina tall rig that we are restoring. I hate
to ask you to burden yourself for a selfish obsession of mine
but I am at a lost. I check all the websites for her daily; this is
a morning ritual, coffee and searching for a possible delusion
of grandeur. Any help you are willing to give or advice (my
wife has suggested professional help (Shrink); I don’t think I
am to that point yet hahaha), it would be deeply appreciated.
Thanks
-- Lee H.
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If anyone knows the whereabouts of WANDERER, please
contact Lee at leeharvey1@bellsouth.net or 770-567-3598.
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BONE YARD BOAT LISTINGS…
1891 BRISTOL BAY 22'. Owner says: “According to the title
she was built in 1891. The Reba needs help however she is
currently floating and the motor runs. I do not have the time
to devote to such a wonderful craft so I am looking for a new
owner. Currently she is moored on the same buoy that has
been home since 1948. I am actually looking for a benefactor
that is interested in restoring the boat and then using it for
educational purposes.” FREE to the right home. Contact Erik
at erikphoto@yahoo.com. Photos available upn request.
1934 CHRIS CRAFT 32'. Owner says: “This is a one of a
kind ChrisCraft. 32' 1934 custom built. Twin four cylinder
Hercules rebuilt with 0 hours, still on my work bench. Bronze
Shaft and Rudders. She's been on the hard for several years
and needs to get home to the water. I can be flexible on the
price for the right person.” Call for info. 360-629-4914 (WA)
1946 DAWN BOAT CORP. 52’
1946 DAWN 52’. 12.5’ beam. Hull is planked cypress. Two
diesel Gray Marine 6D427 135hp. “Boat arrived under its own
power. Winterized into 1998; boat has not moved or run
since. Boat has remained covered majority of that time. Boat
must be out of yard by 06/01/07.” $5900. Julius Petersen Inc.
at service@juliuspetersen.com or (845) 358-2100 (NY)
The 1946 Dawn 52’ was listed in the Winter issue without a
photo. In speaking with Cynthia at the Julius Petersen yard, I
understand they now have a likely buyer. However, knowing
how uncertain purchases of these old boats can be, I thought
it best to list her again. If interested, call soon!
1934 CHRIS CRAFT 32'
According to the yard: “Her name is, appropriately, 'DAWN
CHASER'. The only history we have starts here. She came to
the yard in ‘98, with an owner who had just purchased her for
$25,000. He had her hauled and requested assorted work,
but then changed his mind when he received the estimate.
And there she sat. And sat. And... you get the idea. Over the
years,
storage
payments
were
often
delinquent,
communications difficult to impossible. Numerous people
made inquiries to buy her, and he always refused. Last
summer, with overdue storage adding up, the yard liened the
boat. Ironically, the storage costs ultimately matched the
original estimate. I wish I knew the history before this, and
I'm sure with the right research it could be found.
She's been covered for years, and looks pretty much the
same, though the bottom will need a lot of attention. The
boat's been out for eight years. The engines were properly
winterized, and were started three years back.”
1966 CHRIS CRAFT SEA SKIFF
1966 CHRIS CRAFT SEA SKIFF. The current owner has
owned this boat for 18 years. She’s been on blocks for the
past three years. Twin 318s were working fine when taken
out of the water. Asking $10k or best offer. Owner says,
“This boat is in great condition. I recently restored a 31
Bertram and just don’t have the time for 2 vessels. I owned
this boat for 18 years.” Owner has all receipts for work done
while he owned the boat. 18 knot cruise. 270 gallon fuel
capacity for long range. Sleeps 4 comfortably. Dockside
water hook up. Contact Lou at 856-456-3778 & leave a
message or LTDive@aol.com (phone is better for Lou). (NJ)
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1950 MATTHEWS SEDAN 40’. 11-foot beam. Mahogany
Planking (1 inch). Twin Inboards – 1950 – Packard 356.
Owner says: “This picture is of the vessel when I brought her
home in 2000. It is now in need of restoration. You will be
buying it as is, where is. The Matthews has the original twin
356 Packard engines that are inline eight cylinders. It is
constructed of 1 inch mahogany planking. It has an oak keel.
The Matthews is 95% original including the generator,
installed fire system in bilge, fridge, sinks, heads, windlass
(dual speed), spotlight, auto pilot, sump and too many items
to list. The holding tank for the heads was replaced and
relocated to the bilge. Both carbs have been rebuilt.
1955 YELLOW JACKET 15’
1955 YELLOW JACKET 15’ with two original Scott Atwater
Outboards & original Tee Nee trailer & custom canvas cover.
Owner says: “You would be only the fourth owner of this boat
that comes with both the original 1955 30 HP Scott Atwater
pull-start outboard, as well as a 1957 40 HP Scott Atwater
electric start outboard which was installed by the original
owner in 1957. The original owner began restoration in the
90's and due to illness in his family he was unable to complete
it. The second owners completed the restoration in 2001, put
the boat on the water once, and then stored it indoors until I
bought it in winter 2003. I have kept it garaged and have not
put it in the water. I would love to be able to keep this boat,
but due to financial constraints I am unable to.” Asking:
$4,800. Contact Shaun at spowers@thevillagesinc.org or 785235-8461. Topeka, KS.
1964 CHRIS CRAFT CAVELIER 34’. Owner says: “34-foot
Cavalier hull, recently stripped of cabin because of rot. Hull is
in very good shape and needs only minor patches on the
bottom and the sides repainted. Includes rudders, stuffing
boxes and struts, and fuel tank. Would make a great sight
seeing or open type fishing boat. Has foredeck with hatch and
anchor windlass.” Asking: “make offer” Contact Tim at
tzoretic@aol.com or 678-462-6632 . Atlanta, GA.
1950 MATTHEWS SEDAN 40’
The port transmission was rebuilt. I had the generator
running when I first bought her. A spare set of props are
included. The restoration project was just begun. The screws
for the windshield have all been removed to take out the
windshield. It is just sitting in place. The ceiling interior of
the galley main head and salon has been taken down. The
hull is solid but is in need of some board replacement. The
foredeck and roof need to be replaced or at least resurfaced.
The layout of this boat is very unique. There is a crew’s
quarter with head at the bow. The captain’s quarters is mid
ships and there is a head and shower. Galley is behind that
with original stainless steel counter, stove and original fridge.
Going rear and up the stairs is the main salon with helm,
sleeper couch and table. There is too much to describe about
this old gal. She has loads of character with lots of original
equipment. I even have the original owner’s manual.
I salvaged a different 40-foot Matthews and all the parts that I
could get. This is included in the price of the Matthews.
There are so many parts I cannot even begin to describe each
and every one of them. The Matthews is presently shrink
wrapped, sitting in our backyard. The picture is what she
looked like in 2000. Now the paint is peeling, in need of
restoration and lots of tender loving care. She was last in the
water in 2002. This old girl runs and floats. This boat
deserves to be a glorious classic boat once again.”
1964 CHRIS CRAFT CAVELIER 34’
Asking $6,000. Any questions please email me or call. John
and Faith Johnz007@sbcglobal.net or 810-794-9648
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1959 THOMPSON SEA COASTER with original 35 H.P.
Evinrude. and Tee Nee tilt trailer. All excellent condition. 32
new ribs/new bottom, 3M 5200 treated, 18 gal tank, trailer
refurbished, Best offer, call Tom (630) 469-1519 (IL)
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1939 POTOMAC RIVER DORY HYBRID 32’. Owner says:
“This is a very rare Potomac River workboat that was originally
built in 1939 and named the Miss Lynn, then worked for a
while and sold. The new owner renamed the boat Ellen and
after a while let the boat deteriorated until John Reed found
her and re-built her in 1968. Mr. Reed installed a strong
Westerbeke 38B 4-cylinder diesel engine in the center of the
boat where a mast had been. He replaced the head and much
of the electrical wiring so that she would be sea worthy again.
A very nice navy blue canvas awning is covering the deck area
aft of the open pilothouse. In the pilothouse there are oil
lamps on gimbals and a hand operated water pump built on a
teak cabinet. The cabin has enough room for the crew of 2 to
take a rest, but not nearly enough for a live-aboard boat.
Once the restoration and re-fit had been completed Mr. Reed
renamed the boat Barbara Ellen for his wife.
1939 POTOMAC RIVER DORY HYBRID 32’
Historic Boat. 1989 Westerbeke 38B Four Marine Diesel
Engine. 4 Cylinder Vertical Inline 79.6 Cubic Inch, 37hp.
Attwood Guardian 500 Bilge Pumps. Par Flangemount 3"
Blower. Full Set Of Wiring Diagrams. Midland VHF Marine
Radio. Weems and Plath Compass. Dual Marine Batteries.
Par Minitank Head. Clear Maryland Title. Dimensions; Height10', Length- 32', Width- 9'2". Hull ID# VAZ17B891989. 745
Hours On This Engine. Oak hull, teak deck. Asking: $8000.
Contact Dianna at dpearce@erols.com or 240-476-7280 (MD)
1962 CHRIS CRAFT CONSTELLATION 40’. Owner says:
“Beautifully remodeled boat. Twin 283 gas engines, generator,
fire suppression, separate oversized alternator all in a standup engine room. Exterior hull, cabin and cockpit covered with
West System Epoxy over glass. Anchor windlass and pulpit. Aft
deck has non-slip surface, and plenty of room for outdoor
entertaining. New planked bottom over plywood that only
needs caulking and painting. New props. Interior refinished,
just needs floor coverings. Full stateroom forward with twin
berths, heat and head. Main cabin features: galley with lots of
storage, sink, gas/electric stove, and space for fridge;
convertible sofa bed; dinette which converts to full size bed;
large a/c unit; full head with sink/vanity, enclosed shower and
marine toilet.” Asking: $9000.
Contact Tim at
tzoretic@aol.com or 678-462-6632 . Atlanta, GA.
1939 POTOMAC RIVER DORY HYBRID 32’
We originally wanted to use the Barbara Ellen as a working
museum to study and help the wildlife in and along the
Potomac, Chesapeake Bay and her tributaries. But the cost of
moving, storage and maintenance of this vessel is beyond our
means and abilities. We then considered keeping her on dry
land as a showpiece of our areas history, but local zoning laws
would not allow it.
The boat was brought to us by a professional boat mover who
properly blocked the vessel at her current home. We keep the
Barbara Ellen as clean and dry as possible. The dual marine
batteries are charged regularly, but since she is not in the
water we have never started the motor. Several boat experts
and historians have come to see the Barbara Ellen and have
commented on this beautiful Dory “Hybrid”. The reason she is
a hybrid is the diesel engine and that the hull planking is not
completely run bow to stern. All commented on the care and
effort it took to rebuild and maintain this vessel by Mr. Reed
and his predecessors.”
1962 CHRIS CRAFT CONSTELLATION 40’
1962 Luger Pocket Cruiser 22’. Sleeps 2 with head and
galley, restored and in very nice shape. Has Chevy 6 cyl
motor and Mercruiser outdrive. Trailer included. Contact
Dana 585-289-8674. Asking $5850. (NY)
“She is in good condition. She just needs to be cleaned and
some routine maintenance.”
Photo page: http://doryboat.homestead.com/index.html
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1955 CHRIS CRAFT SEA SKIFF 18’. 1961 Chris Craft 185
H.P. engine. Owner says: “She comes with a trailer and lots of
new parts and rebuilt transmission. Unfortunately, she's not a
show boat as someone painted her insides. But if someone
wanted a boat to turn heads, this would be it. A little paint and
varnish and she's ready to go. I also have a rebuilt Atomic
Four with a two-to-one V drive. I'll even throw in plans for a
St. Pierre Dory, if someone is interested. I'm open to all
reasonable offers for these items and can e-mail full details
and photos.” Contact Rob at hutton3@comcast.net or (302)
628-0312 (DE)
1957 YELLOW JACKET 15’ Restored 2000. Wood tail fins,
Waterline cover, trailer, electric start 18 hp Evinrude. Asking:
$4500. 973-948-4315 (NJ)
1948 HUCKINS NEPTUNE 45’. 12’ beam. Double planked
mahogany. Owner says: “Needs engines, had 427's when I
bought it. Needs alot of TLC. Hull good, needs deck and
gunwale work.” Asking: $2500. Location: Fernandina Beach,
FL.
Contact Karl at KAWEILBACHER@COMCAST.NET or
kawjr@bellsouth.net
1963 Grady White 19’6”. Owner says: “This is an old
wood lap hull design unused for several years. Has some dry
rot, but repairable. Good project for the right person. Is very
good riding craft, especially in rough waters. Wood frame,
ventable windshield.
Included is a 1965 90hp Johnson
outboard motor with an extra motor stand that needs a fuel
pump. 3 gasoline tanks. There are some extra accessories,
ladder, skis, etc. Also included is a tandem Holsclaw trailer.”
Asking: “reasonable offer over $500.” Albany NY area.
Contact Skip at (518) 768-2231 or skipparsons@mac.com.
1964 PEARSON TRITON 28’ SAILBOAT
1963 Grady White 19’6”
1964 PEARSON TRITON 28’. #485. Sailboat. Fiberglass
hull. Volvo 2002 (FL550) inboard diesel, 18hp. Owner says:
“Katrina damage, hull is ok, some lifeline stanchions missing,
standing rigging missing, boom missing, mast ok, mainsail ok,
this is a good fixer-upper. The owner of the boat died recently
and the family needs to find a good home for the boat.”
Asking: $2500.
Contact Ken at 601-291-1899 or
Helm01@aol.com. Madison, MS
1957 CRUISERS INC. 18’. model 502 Vacationer. “Bought
new by my father. 1964, 55 HP Homelite with extra parts
engine. Custom trailer (1990) Extremely well maintained,
many extras, original receipts.” Asking: $7,500. Contact Lynn
at (586) 294-5055, NLCaldwell@comcast.net (MI)
1948 HUCKINS NEPTUNE 45’
To: davidirving@boneyardboats.com
Subject: WOW
I just found bone yard boats and all I can say is WOW! My
subscription form goes out tonight. This isn't the last you'll be
hearing from me.
Ken
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1957 CRUISERS INC. 18’
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1957 CENTURY RUNABOUT19’. Owner says: “This is a
project boat -- not a disaster and is well worth restoring.
Complete with running 327 cu in American Motors engine. Also
have a complete spare engine with BW reverse gear. Boat
requires a few planks replaced, as well as a new deck. I have
started on the project, but as usual, I don't have the time
required to stay on the project long enough to finish it.
Basically, the boat is in good shape, most all of the chrome
has been rechromed, and is complete. Asking:
$5250.
includes: Boat, two engines with reverse gears (one not
running), all the chrome pieces including cutwater, aluminum
fuel tank (fairly new), gauges, steering, seats and upholstered
side panels, one very good tandem axle trailer. Poulsbo, WA.
Contact Craig at (360) 710-8072 or saltcreeke@gmail.com
1947 MATTHEWS STOCK CRUISER 38’
1947 MATTHEWS 38’. Owner says: “The boat is a 1947 38'
stock cruiser in need of some plank and frame repair. Having
some experience with Matthews boats I would consider this
boat to be restorable. Its' hull below the waterline is in good
condition. This boat has twin 427 Ford engines that ran great.
It also has updated controls that made it a very easy boat to
drive. The berths are in great shape but I will not be restoring
her. The boat is on a transport trailer that will be included in
the sale. The selling price is $6000.00 for all. If there is no
interest, the engines will be pulled and for sale and the rest
destroyed. Please contact me (Rick) at 814-922-7939 or by
email at camp@virginiasbeach.com. Location believed to be
PA or OH.
1957 CENTURY RUNABOUT19’
1947 MATTHEWS STOCK CRUISER 38’
1965 SHEPHERD 26’
To: davidirving@boneyardboats.com
Subject: boat in need of saving (…DESERT BOAT?)
1965 SHEPHERD 26’.
Not much information on this
beautiful old woody. Asking: $999. Contact Michelle at 705868-1110 or concretia@gmail.com. Located Ontario, Canada.
Hi. I know where there is a boat that is in dire need of
saving... As of now the boat looks like a rust bucket....But the
boat is about 75 or 80 miles inland...Off hwy 58 Between
Bakersfield California and Mojave California. I am sad to see
an old boat like this just rotting away in the California desert.
This boat can be seen sitting just off the hwy...Its on the west
bound side of the hwy.... If traveling from Mojave California to
Bakersfield it will be to the right of your vehicle in a field just
off the hwy...
To: davidirving@boneyardboats.com
Hi David, I came across boneyardboats.com while hunting for
my first boat, which I plan to buy for 2007 or 2008. I think
what you've done is absolutely fantastic and I'm glad to see
that someone's looking out for these old boats. They provide
something beautiful and unique amongst today's lunch-box
plastic boats that all look the same. -- Cheers, Jordan H.
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1956 “STEVENS” 14’. Owner says: “I have a boat I
inherited from back east; it is about 14 feet in length and has
a 30hp Johnson Seahorse engine. I was told it was built by a
man named Stevens in a boatyard in Florida in 1956-57. It is a
marine plywood construction. I stripped it down and totally
refinished it back in 2000. But I moved and the elements got
to it before I could so the top plywood was completely
destroyed. Last fall I removed all the damaged plywood with
the plan to rebuild it. Now I find myself without time or funds
to do it. The trailer, boat and engine are all 1956-57 era. The
controls and steering were installed on the port side like a car.
I have pictures of it when it last was restored (not the current
condition). I still have the wooden water skies that were used
with it. It was quite quick in its day.” (UT)
Contact Doug at 801-594-2431 or douglas.kreib@L-3com.com
1966 OWENS FLAGSHIP 28’
1966 OWENS FLAGSHIP 28’. Owner says: “Must sell. Well
maintained over the years, sleeps 5. Great starter boat for a
family or for someone who appreciates the feel and ride of a
wood boat. Hull is sheet marine wood not tongue n’ groove.
No soaking needed before launching in spring. 327 Chevy
single engine with heads rebuilt runs great. Professionally
tuned. Comes with cradle. Has kitchen, refrigerator, stove and
plenty of storage. Has bathroom with running water. 8 Life
Jackets for those big events and ladder for swimming. Painted
every year, does not leak. Will take first reasonable offer.”
“I’m the third owner and I have totally painted it twice. We are
going to a wider boat but still 28’ as our kids are gone to
college and we have enough room. With the short season you
really cannot live aboard. I’m in fear that I will end up taking a
local offer from a guy who has 5 wood boats in his family. He
wants to take out the drive train and do away with the boat.
That would be a shame as I know some young family could
have a ball with it with a little elbow grease.” Asking: $3,000
OBO! Call Lou in Erie, PA at 602-4798 (Area code is 814?)
1967 OLD TOWN RUNABOUT 17’
1967 OLD TOWN RUNABOUT 17’. 6’6” beam. Owner
says: “I have an OLD TOWN Runabout that is in need of
MAJOR repair. Has a 60 hp Johnson Seahorse. Both are
1967/68 models. I would like to give them to someone
interested in restoration.”
FREE!
Contact Louis at
louisstubb@optonline.net (NJ)
1972 MARINER KETCH 31’
1972 MARINER KETCH 31’. Beam 9’10”. Fiberglass hull.
Perkins diesel model 4-107, 37hp. Main, mizzen, working jib,
160% Genoa. Sailed less than 100 hours in the last 20 years.
Needs deck repair in two places. Sitka spruce spars, S.S.
Rigging. Recent widow needs to get rid of this boat. A real
bargain fixer-upper. Asking: $10,000.
Contact Gil at 252482-2624 or sailorman303@mchsi.com (NC)
1962 CRUISERS INC. 18’
1962 CRUISERS INC. 18’ 302. Ownerr says: “A restoration
project in progress, with the keel and bottom partially
removed. Remainder of the boat in structurally sound
condition. A 1962 Cruisers Inc. trailer, and a 1962 Mercury
700, 70h.p. engine, never used in salt water, are available for
sale separately or together.” Contact: Paul (321) 636-4299 or
Panderson57@cfl.rr.com (central FL)
1957 Century Palomino. Needs restoration. All hardware
with trailer, no motor. $2000. 973-948-4315 (NJ)
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installed a wood stove and a small two-burner propane
camping stove, acquired some additional used sails (which we
have yet to re-cut for her,) replaced the rudder post, installed
a holding tank and other plumbing, repaired the engine
starter, replaced the propeller, replaced the samson post, and
added a huge anchor (170 lb bruce type) and chain. A few
months ago, I added a large battery bank (about 600 amp
hours.)
… TRUANT: 1941 FISHING SCHOONER 55’
There are two butterfly hatches that need to be rebuilt at
some point and there are a number of bronze and steel ports.
We lived in the forward cabin, mostly. The aft cabin doesn't
have much in it. The engine is powerful and reliable, although
the wiring around it needs re-doing. She's internally ballasted
with large iron plates. She steers with an oak wheel. We
have a bunch of seasoned planking stock on board.
The most important items that need work is rebuilding the
main gaff (which is partly done,) and re-cutting the additional
sails we acquired. The deck still needs a lot of work, but
there's no hurry. Her hull planks can be replaced on an asneed basis as well, or an ambitious soul might peel her planks
and start afresh. That would make her quite formidable.
Unfortunately, we're in the process of a divorce, and I'm living
aboard TRUANT alone now. As I've worked on and sailed her,
I've grown increasingly fond of the old girl, but she's more
boat than I need on my own. She deserves a good home.
The boat is a roughly built workboat. She still has her fish
hold amidships. She floats and sails well enough for such an
old girl, although she needs work just about everywhere. No
particular area needs urgent attention, however. She can be
worked on over time and do quite well. Because she's a
workboat, no fine woodworking skills are required.” 15’ beam.
Pine/fir planking on oak frames. 125hp Ford Lehman inboard
diesel. Solar panel. Asking: $7,000. (RI) Contact Christian at
646 -509-0616 or cpschorr@mac.com or cporders@mac.com
I received the following email on April 6th from the owner of
Winifred III, the 1941 EDWIN MONK DESIGN 63’ that was
listed in the Fall 2006 issue (details follow):
“This is the last call for the Winifred III. Please let me know if
you would like to make an offer and save her life.”
1941 NEWFOUNDLAND FISHING SCHOONER 55’ – TRUANT
We sailed her to Maine, down to the Chesapeake and back to
Rhode Island. Day sailors in a number of harbors have
become fond of the sight of our boys walking the plank on
summer afternoons. I've done most of the sailing singlehanded. Although raising anchor and setting sails is a workout
for one guy, she sails quite well on all points except close
hauled. I try to keep her sailing in good weather only,
because of her age.
I did expose her to some significant
weather at one point, however, and she handled the waves
well.
1941 EDWIN MONK DESIGN 63’
1941 EDWIN MONK DESIGN 63’. Built by Grandy Boat
Company Seattle, WA for for Mr.& Mrs (Wini) Schmidt. She is
63' long by 15 1/2' on the beam. Wini added her touch by
having the kitchen up next to the Salon so she could see and
visit. There are 3 state rooms and the captains quarters. She
includes 1 1/2 bathrooms. She was repowered in 1953 with a
8 cyl. and a 4cyl. Buda. She has been lived on.
We replaced a number of deck planks, fixed many seams on
her deck and bottom, rebuilt the forward cabin and galley,
Boat name: Winifred III. Asking price: “Taking Offers”
Contact Charlie at 503-705-7688, charlie@bluelinetrans.com,
or mitcht@comcast.net
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THE RESTORATION OF H28 TWINKLE
In early March, I received an email from Captain Mike who
was inquiring about the 1948 Herrshoff 28-foot ketch (H-28)
listed for free in the Winter 2006 issue of Bone Yard Boats.
She was pictured on the front cover along with the 1927 Elco
Flat Top 42’ and the story of the (re)launching of APHRODITE,
the 1937 74-foot commuter boat, by Bone Yard Boats founder
Ginger Martus.
I let Mike know that the H-28 had been adopted by Bone Yard
Boats subscriber Carl K. In fact, the adoption was the subject
of an article in the Fall 2006 issue, which I sent along to Mike.
He asked that I put him in touch with Carl because he too was
restoring an H-28, a request I was happy to accommodate.
When I asked Capt. Mike if he were willing to share the details
of his own restoration project with the readers of Bone Yard
Boats, he, too, was happy to oblige. What follows is the story
of an H-28 named TWINKLE:
TWINKLE
following summer, she would not sail again. Around 1982 she
was hauled into a cradle on the shore the Cousins River at
Even Keel Boatyard in Yarmouth, ME where she would
languish until 2005.
MOANA was given to a young sailing enthusiast who intended
to repair her and get her back on the water. Unfortunately,
that was not to be, although he apparently did take the steps
that would eventually save her from rotting by removing most
of the caulking, especially below the waterline. This allowed
any water to drain out and the air to blow through, keeping
her relatively dry.
During 2002-2003, I was working with Russ Dyer, Russell U.
Dyer’s son, on CARRUS, a 21-foot Phil Bolger designed
Chebacco. While we were working, Russ would frequently talk
about two of the boats that his father had built, TWINKLE, the
H-28 and a ten-ton cutter. I was intrigued by the H-28 and
determined to find her—or what might be left of her.
In the fall of 2004, I started looking for her in earnest. In the
spring of 2005, I visited a number of boatyards, inquiring
about the existence of an abandoned H-28. After several
misguided trips to the wrong boatyards, I finally stumbled
onto her in November 2004 at Even Keel Boatyard on the
Cousins River in Yarmouth, ME. I asked one of the yard
workers what was going to happen to her. He informed me
that if someone didn’t haul her out of there, he was going to
set her ablaze.
Russell U. Dyer built TWINKLE in Freeport, ME. He used the
plans that were published as a monthly series in the 1943
Rudder Magazines. The construction of TWINKLE began in
1946 — she was launched in 1949. TWINKLE was built
completely with hand tools. Much of the material used in
construction was acquired in the local Freeport area.
According to Russ’s son, the white oak used for the keel was
cut in Freeport and towed to the building site on a makeshift
trailer that was chained to the rear bumper of Russ Sr.’s car.
After some negotiations, I secured ownership of TWINKLE
(aka MOANA). Included in the deal were both booms, the
mizzenmast (their were rumors that the broken mainmast was
in a barn on Bustin’s Island), a 4-cylinder Palmer M-60 engine,
six sails, a full set of new sails, a drifter, a storm jib and what
appears to be an old jib (possibly the original).
Russ and his family sailed TWINKLE on Casco Bay until 1952,
when she was sold to “Bud” Nickerson of Bustin’s Island.
While Russ and his family owned TWINKLE, they took a
number of trips up the coast, including several to Vinalhaven.
After acquiring TWINKLE in 1952, Nickerson renamed her
MOANA. The Nickersons sailed “MOANA” ne: TWINKLE until
about 1982. That summer, her main mast broke while sailing
off Bustin’s Island. Although she was put in the water the
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… TWINKLE
LIONS WHELP – 1929 HOGDON BROS SCHOONER 92’
In April 2005, John Marsh and his crew from Paul’s Marina cut
her off her cradle and transported her to Bowdoinham. After
arriving at Brant Miller’s farm she was set on blocking and jack
stands. And then began the inspection to see what I really had
on my hands, and how bad it really was. The more I
inspected her, the more amazed I was at her condition. It
seemed impossible to me that a vessel that had set outside on
a cradle for nearly a quarter century could be in such good
shape. I then began the restoration process.
I removed all exterior cabin trim, removed the rub rails and
toe rails and all deck hardware. The next step was to remove
all the old canvas covering the decks. I removed the canvas
with a good deal of apprehension. I felt that when the canvas
came off, I would find significant rot. But that was not to be.
Her decks were sound.
To date I have stripped all her trim, toe rails, etc. Her interior
has been gutted and her paint stripped to bare wood. I have
saved everything that appears the least bit salvageable — with
the idea that she will go back together as closely to the way
the original builder created her as possible. I have also
removed the aft 2/3 of her shear planks that showed
significant rot. Currently she is covered and will stay that way.
When I return from Trinidad, I will remove the cabin and
enough of the deck planking to facilitate replacing the shear
planks. After that it will be re-fastening and caulking the hull
and then onto the deck.
Although hardly a “bone yard boat,” LIONS WHELP is certainly
a piece of boating history. Built in 1929 in Maine and serving
time as a submarine hunter off New York during WWII, this
Depression-era schooner is moored in Brookings Harbor, OR
and ready for a restoration. Her owner is asking $149,900!
Many great photos and plans at www.lionswhelp.org
Update 2007
Well, things didn’t go exactly as planned. I was extended
another six months in Trinidad (yes, I survived the heat of a
Caribbean summer) so TWINKLE was left untouched for longer
than I had wanted. Now, however, I am back in Maine with
time on my hands and a building where TWINKLE will be
moved this week to complete her restoration. On the plus
side, while I was away, Russ Dyer, the original owner’s son,
got her engine running — so that problem is out of the way.
With TWINKLE safely under cover, I am going to re-double my
efforts to get her back in the water in August or at the latest,
September 2007.
GREENWICH MANUALS NEEDED
From: James K.
To: davidirving@boneyardboats.com
Hi David,
I just recieved my first edition of boneyard boats, issue # 34.
If I could I would rescue all wood boats. Being that's not
possible I did the next best thing and rescued one. A 1961 44'
Greenwich yacht. It was left sitting under a willow tree for
three years uncovered. It still had good bones so I contacted
the owner and after some time was able to purchase it. I am
in the process of working to get it back the way it was. I
thought you or one of your readers might be able to help me
with some information for this project. I'm looking for an
owner’s manual, advertising material, pictures, plans or
possibly any history about the manufacturing company. I think
the boats may have been built out of New Jersey. Any help
would be greatly appreciated. I would be happy to pay for any
copying or other cost that might be involved. I just put two
new engines in her, so now I'll have to work part time for the
rest of my life.
To see a YouTube slideshow of TWINKLE’s restoration go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mFdA1EBVWdg
Thank You very much,
Jim K.
If you can help Jim out, please call him at 1-586-215-8290 or
jkrause25@hotmail.com
H28 TWINKLE’s INTERIOR
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VINTAGE MAHOGANY SPEEDBOATS
1940 HUNTER SEDAN CRUISER 30’ SAVED
According to the U.S. Post Office website, they will be issuing
stamps next summer “…celebrating vintage mahogany
speedboats. These four stamps showcase the polished
mahogany and gleaming chrome hardware that characterize
the nation's historic wooden motorboats. These vintage
watercraft, still in use today, were built by four
manufacturers.” The stamps depict these boats:
From: katherine
Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 02:52 PM
To: davidirving@boneyardboats.com
Subject: 1940 Hunter Cruiser
Dave,
We have found a home for our boat through your publication.
Thanks for all your help.
FROLIC, a 1915 Hutchinson Brothers launch
DUCKERS, a 1954 Chris-Craft Racing Runabout
1940 HUNTER SEDAN CRUISER 30’ – SAVED!
THUNDERBIRD, a 1939 Hacker-Craft commuter boat
DISPATCH, a 1931 Gar Wood triple cockpit runabout
A man in Connecticut saw the ad and had a friend nearer to us
from Williamsburg, VA take a look at it for him first. VA was
favorably impressed so CO then made the trip to see her. CO
decided against but VA decided for. We passed her title on to
the man from Williamsburg (I should say donated it) who is
busy getting her ready to tow to Norfolk to continue her
restoration. He is experienced at restorations and we are
happy to see her in his hands. She was getting to a point
where I don’t think she could have lasted another season.
Thanks so much for all your help and the service you provide
for these old boats.
Katherine
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