Issue No. 36 - Bone Yard Boats

Bone Yard Boats
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Summer 2007
“HELP SAVE OLD BOATS!”
THE TWINS
Issue No. 36
BONE YARD BOAT LISTINGS
1956 CHRIS CRAFT SEA SKIFF CRUISER 40’
1956 CHRIS CRAFT SEA SKIFF CRUISER 40’. 12-foot
beam. The owner of the Chris Craft pictured above actually
has two of them – a ’56 and a ’67 – and refers to them as “my
twins.” Approximately 80 of these hulls are believed to have
been produced. The 1956 is hull number SK 40-104 and the
owner believes that with all the research he has done she is
the only one left from 1956. She has no engines and – as you
can see in the photo below – has been meticulously stripped
down to the bare hull. Galley, dinette, and sitting nook are
down below. This boat was originally offered as a hardtop, a
convertible sedan, or in a fishing version with a fly bridge.
The asking price is the cost of the yard fees, which at the
moment are roughly $800 for each boat. Contract Patrick at
Patrick@thewoodenboatshop.com or 914-500-5415.
More
photos available at www.thewoodenboatshop.com
(NJ)
The 1967 “other twin” appears on page 8 of this issue.
FREE -- 1966 MATTHEWS FLUSH DECK 45’ -- FREE
1966 MATTHEWS FLUSH DECK 45’.
Owner says,
“Powered by two GM Detroit 8V-53 engines with twin disc MG
506 gears (stbd. engine not running). Wood hull in fair
condition, teak decks with mahogany interior. Aft master
stateroom, two guest rooms, two heads, full galley, spacious
main saloon and aft deck for entertaining. Cabin tops are
fiberglassed. Boat has been out of the water for a number of
years on jack stands and is being sold “as is - where is”. Radar
antenna and other electronics as well as stbd. prop shaft
missing. This restorable yacht is being offered for FREE. It
has been neglected and needs to be moved from the property
on which it is located. Boat must be promptly moved by
purchaser at their expense after sale.” Contact Jed at 231920-6106 or waterborneproject@yahoo.com
(MI)
According to Jed, “My involvement with the Matthews (like
many boats) is to simply find a place for the boat other than
the junkyard. …the whole "upper middle class" of boater that
would consider this size of boat has all but vanished from our
area of the Great Lakes. People want a large (50-100ft) new
yacht or something less than 35ft where they can trailer and
avoid boat yard costs.” (More pictures on back cover.)
This boat deserves to be restored and FREE is a good start.
DINGHY NEWS FROM GINGER…
The
By Ginger Martus
Bone Yard Boats newsletter is published quarterly.
David Irving, Publisher/Editor
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P.O. Box 1432
Marblehead, MA 01945
davidirving@boneyardboats.com (preferred!)
617-257-2603 (voicemail only – not your best choice)
Hi David,
Hope this reaches you in time for the next issue and hope you
can use it. I just had this idea that maybe you and your
readers would like to know that I'm still active.
Subscription Rate: $19.95 for one year (4 issues).
Subscribers can list boats for FREE in Bone Yard Boats!
We will list boats from FREE to $10,000 with rare exceptions.
Ginger Marshall Martus, Founder & Contributing Writer.
Remember, old boaters don't fade away, they just get a little
Dinghy. So I thought you and your readers might like to know
what I've been up to lately.
The Bone Yard Boats newsletter was founded in 1996
when Ginger Martus tried to save a single boat from
meeting the business end of a chainsaw.
First, just to let you know, again, that the "Bone Yard Boats"
newsletter looks and reads very well. You are doing a great
job and it shows -- much more detail and in-depth about the
boats and interesting stories from people. I look forward to
receiving copies of each issue and, "THANKS!"
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.
Yes, I'm still active in the nautical field but am slowing down a
bit. I am just recovering from a bout with "Gout", and was on
medication for 6 days, so now have to be more careful of what
I eat, like my favorites, shellfish and wine, darn!
GINGER MARTUS
BONE YARD BOATS FOUNDER
Boat listing information supplied by owners is assumed to be
reliable. We take no responsibility if it’s not.
My first event this year was
attending the annual Spring meeting
of the Antique & Classic Boat Society
(ACBS), held this year at Mystic
Seaport, Mystic, CT, over April 1215. I drove to Port Washington, LI,
my hometown, and had dinner with
my long-time friends. I stayed
overnight and then drove to Orient
Point, the North Fork of LI, past all
the wineries, to board the 11am
ferry to New London, CT.
It’s
usually a nice voyage, an hour and
half, and then a short hop to Mystic.
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FROM THE EDITOR
There’s not much room for many comments from me this
issue, and, as always, I hope you have as much fun reading it
as I have had communicating with the boat owners and
putting it together. There’s a great mix of boats in this issue,
including that impressive FREE 45’ Matthews on page 1. Don’t
miss the update from Bone Yard Boats founder Ginger Martus.
Take note of the stamp on the envelope. Postal rates have
increased 54% since last issue! I may have to modify the
format to drive the postage rates down, so stay tuned!
--David
I stopped at the nautical consignment shop, BOAT STUFF, to
chat with owner, Paula Petersen, to see if any of my boat stuff
sold and to look around at all the other boat stuff. If you’re in
the area, stop by 15 Holmes St., or call 860-536-3422; it's a
fun place to visit. Next it was on to the official opening of the
meeting at 2:30pm at the Seaman's Inn where ACBS
Chairman, Jeff Rogers, President, Bob Bush, and President and
Director of Mystic Seaport, Doug Teeson, gave opening
remarks. According to the attendee list, over 100 people came
from North, South, East and West.
SUBJECT: OLD COMMUTER IN NJ
(WARNING: This story may not be suitable for some readers.)
On April 30th I received the following story via email Bill H.:
The rest of the day was devoted to sessions by Symposium
participants followed by a cocktail reception at the Mallory
Building, which houses the exhibit of the famous Rosenfeld
photographs. After a clambake dinner held at the "Gallery"
with keynote speakers, Dana Hewson, Curator of Watercraft at
Mystic Seaport and Mary Ann Stets, Director of Collections, the
evening came to a close.
I have this boat that is in dire need of a new owner. It is in
need of a complete restoration. It had been in the water until
mid-November ‘06, when I hauled it on a small railway in New
Jersey. I have attached several photos, and will briefly list the
following details: The boat is 49+ feet in length, with a 12 ft
beam, has a torpedo stern, clipper bow and bow cockpit. The
manufacturer and age is not known. I lean towards Purdy, or
Consolidated, and about 1933 (the last year of Prohibition).
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1960 CHRIS CRAFT SEA SKIFF 27’. Hull needs rib,
foredeck and gripe repair/replacing. Requires advanced
restoration capabilities/desires. Will consider parting;
windshield, 283 CC engine, drive line, bow rail, hardware, CC
instruments, newer wiring including 30 amp charging system,
Aria instruments, fluxgate compass, 2001 Magic-Tilt trailer.
Will sell whole or in parts; hull is FREE.
The following are the owners idea for parting the boat:
Boat hull & gas tank
FREE
Engine, trans, fuel filter, lines shaft, prop, strut
$500
Faria instruments, fluxgate compas, charger system, under
dash wiring harnes, bilge pumps, 30 amp dockside electrical
cord. All in “like new” condition
$1500
Bow rail, cleats deck hardware, horns.
$200
2001 saltwater dual axle trailer
$1500
Steering system, rudder, wheel
$200
Home made helm seats
$100
Call Jim at 941-371-7434 or email jimbeam@atlantic.net. Boat
& trailer are in Eustis FL, bow rails in Sarasota, FL.
1940 CHRIS CRAFT DUAL CABIN ENCLOSED BRIDGE CRUISER 33’
1940 CHRIS CRAFT DUAL CABIN ENCLOSED BRIDGE
CRUISER 33’. Quarter Deck Design. Hull #33647, sound
condition, correct hardware, MR engine, some restoration
done with much left to do. Hull, deck and interior stripped.
Newly rewired. Asking: $6500. (CO)
Owner says, “I bought the 1940 Chris-Craft four years ago
from a man doing a restoration. It was in the water at Lake
Dillon, Colorado. I talked to a woman from New Jersey who
was a previous owner so the boat is from the East Coast and
has been in Colorado since about 1995. The hull is very sound
with very little dry rot. I have many more detailed pictures
available so please call or e-mail anytime.” Same model as
featured in "The Brass Bell", Winter 2005. Specifications are in
"The Essential Guide", page 98. 1995 dual axle trailer
included. Any questions call: - Mike Noland @ (h) 303-7895206 (w) 303-331-0400 x 62 or e-mail at HannahN@aol.com
1956 CONTROVERSY 26’
1956 CONTROVERSY 26’. Current owner needs to quickly
find new home for SUNRISE, a 1956 Danish built, Cy Hamlin
designed, Controversy 26' sloop. Photo is circa 1996 at
mooring in Mystic CT. Owner says, “She needs some red-do
but it is doable. Now located in Simsbury CT, she needs to be
moved quickly. If I can't find a home for her soon the storage
location will require that she be cut up. The idea of scrapping
her is heartbreaking!” Contact Alan at 860-670-5678 or
alanbaer@cox.net
1940 CHRIS CRAFT DUAL CABIN CRUISER 33’ – AFT VIEW
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1956 RICHARDSON SEDAN CLASSIC CRUISER 38’.
Current restoration project - engines & exterior still need some
work. 12-foot beam. Twin 305 Chevy gas engines, 255hp,
1979. Mahogany hull, Oak ribs, Teak decks, Spacious interior,
Full galley, Refrigerator, Stove/Convection Oven, Pressure
Water, Marine head with holding tank, Audio System, VHF, CB,
Fishfinder, Flo-Scan Fuel Monitor, Dinghy on Weaver davits,
Original 2.5 KW Gen-Set, Updated wiring. Located at Shilshole
Marina - Up to 6 months in current location. Owner says,
“Thank you for your interest in adding my boat to your
newsletter... It would please me greatly to see this boat go to
a good home. I have spent the last 3 years living & working
on this boat and know a great deal about its present
condition.”
Asking $6900 OBO.
Contact Court at
court.percival@gmail.com. Seattle, WA
1956 CHRIS CRAFT CONSTELLATION 38’
1956 CHRIS CRAFT CONSTELLATION 38’. Owner says,
“This Chris Craft Connie is a project boat. Serial Number X6S38-154. It has (2) 327 Chevrolet 8 Cyl. 210 HP. The hull is in
fair condition. It was replanked 12 years ago. The interior is
gutted. The cabin top was fiberglassed. The front deck needs
replacing. It was in the water 2 years ago. It will float and
the engines run fine. There are additional rechromed parts
available for $2500 extra.” Asking: $2500. (MI)
Contact Doug at 586-779-1355 or viking87@webtv.net
1956 RICHARDSON SEDAN CLASSIC CRUISER 38’
1960 THOMPSON SEA COASTER 16’. Mahogany plywood
deck. Hull is lapstrake over oak ribs. 6’ beam. Her name is
SWEET 16.
Powered by 1959 Mercury MK58AEL Super
Thunderbolt Single V-Drive 45 hp.
Owner says, “It is a 1960 Thompson Sea Coaster Special 475;
with a 1959 Mercury MK58AEL and a 1959 SnowCo trailer. It
was a two-year project. I completely stripped the hull and
brightwork. The hull got two coats of Smith's CPES, a barrier
coat, two primer coats, and two top coats. The bottom has the
old standard copper bronze on it. The bright work, after
sanding, and staining, got two coats of CPES, then five coats
of Pettit Captains varnish, and two coats of Epifanes clear
varnish on the decks. I installed a Teleflex steering system,
re-wired the boat, installed a tachometer, speedometer, temp
gauge, moved the key switch to the dash panel, installed the
air horns. The MK58AEL was stripped, primed, & painted
authentic Mercury colors. It has new timing belt, plugs, wires,
points, condenser, carb kits, fuel pump kit, and water pump.
The trailer was stripped, sanded, primed, & spray painted. It
has new wheels, tires, brgs, rollers, bunks, winch, jack, &
lights. I am the second owner of this classic boat.”
1958 CHRIS CRAFT LUXURY CRUISER 26’
1958 CHRIS CRAFT LUXURY CRUISER 26’. Owner says,
“I'm glad to hear that there still might be a home for the old
girl. As for details...the marine museum in Virginia describes it
as a late fifties Chris Craft luxury cruiser. 26' with an inboard
Chevy 283. Marine plywood construction. It's very rough.
The hull has split along one of the mid ship seams. It's
probably been a refuge to some of the wildlife around here.
The boat is intact, that is all the pieces are still there. The
cabin is in good condition. It hasn't been in the water since
1990. I did have the engine running a few years back. It was
freshly rebuilt at the time I purchased it. Whole or in pieces.
This boat has been stored outdoors for over 10 years and is in
really rough shape. However there are many good parts
available. It does have to leave here in one piece.”
Interested? Contact Kevin at k.clemence@sympatico.ca
(CANADA, Toronto area)
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“I found it tucked away in a barn in Tennessee where she had
been for some thirty years. It had a 1966 Mercury 650 on it,
but it is seized up and awaiting inspection to see if it can be
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rebuilt.”
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1960 THOMPSON SEA COASTER 16’ – from previous page
1963 SHEPHARD SUNLINE CRUISER 26’
1963 SHEPHARD SUNLINE CRUISER 26’. 11-foot beam.
With trailer. Jim says, “Boat is in the water and can be viewed
and driven. Powered by a 318 Chrysler. Bottom replanked in
1995. New head installed in 2000. Survey in 2003. New
camper top this season. Boat is rare and quite a treat to view.
She has very clean bilges and interior. Swim platform is
perfect. Pedestal captain chairs and large cockpit make this
boat a great weekender and the motor is easily maintained.
I've seen the boat out of the water and she is excellent below
the waterline. This owner is the third and he has kept the boat
in great shape. Price by has been lowered for immediate sale.
Construction is plank-on-frame.”
Contact Jim at Innerbay
Boats at (519) 875 3338 or jfhammond@kwic.com. Asking:
$5000. Langton, ON, Canada
1960 THOMPSON SEA COASTER 16’
Asking: $9,000 (“Make an offer.”) Seminole, FL. Contact Ken
at 727-596-5938 or monty1km@msn.com
1957 OKOMOTO STAR CLASS 20’. Sail symbol OK from
Yokohama Japan. Owner says, “Boat is based on International
star class hull, I believe, but was configured as cabin boat.
This was a project for my Dad and I but he passed on Feb.
2nd, so I have lost heart in it. Previous owner bolted motor
mount through transom for out board. Just totally out of
place and wrong. She was meant to be sailed, not motored. I
am only the second owner technically; first owner passed it to
his son who started the restoration but got in over his head
almost immediately. He paid over $4300 in storage fees
before passing boat on to me. Boat in restorable shape, still
pretty solid, but rough topsides. Needs help soon. I have
titles for both the boat and the trailer. Big advantage there
having the trailer and I will let it go with boat. Storage is only
$30 a month where she lays and is transferable, as well.”
Boat is located in Anacortes WA. Contact Dan at 360-6794333 or bluestar@pioneernet.net. Asking $550 or best offer.
1962 LYMAN SLEEPER 24’
1962 LYMAN SLEEPER 24’. 8-foot beam. 270hp 1988
Crusader inboard. Surveyed Sept. 2005. Ribbon stripe
mahogany deck and plywood lapstrake hull.
Owner says, “I bought this boat to restore, but simply don't
have the time. I have replaced/repaired a number of frames,
installed new engine bed and newer engine, replaced some
lapstrake, and re-fastened 1/4 of the boat. I had a new
windshield made of 1" thick mahogany ply, which needs only
to be stained, varnished and installed. I have $900 worth of
ribbon stripe mahogany ply for the buyer to use for a new
deck. New dashboard with brand new instruments, and also
have original dash if buyer wants it, but needs restoration.
Trailer is included. Would like to see it go to someone who has
the time to breathe new life into her.”
1957 OKOMOTO STAR CLASS 20’
Asking: $6,000. Contact Joe at joey.gross@gmail.com
Cob, CT.
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1962 CHRIS CRAFT CONSTELLATION 36’
1962 CHRIS CRAFT CONSTELLATION 36’. Owner says,
“This is very beautiful Mahogany wood boat with twin Chrysler
360, 260HP Engines (that run great), and a great cabin area
with v-berth, fridge, sink, bathroom, etc. The majority of boat
needs wood work, as it has dry-rot in the transom and the
chine that runs on one side of the boat. I am selling this boat
because I don't have the time to do the repairs. If you have
the time, then you will have to no problem getting this boat
fixed-up. Interior is dirty, but in good shape. The boat is
being sold as-is, where-is. The boat currently is at a great boat
yard in Sacramento, California were the work can be done.
The boat stands and blocks will be included in the sale of the
boat. Please serious buyers only. If you have any questions or
want to see the boat in person e-mail me and I will give you
the location of the boat. Make me an offer!!” CA Contact
Syed at 916-541-5609 or hamdani@saccentral.net
1957 THOMPSON 16’
1957 THOMPSON 16’.
1964 Mercury 65hp outboard.
Owner says, “It's a 1957 Thompson all wood boat. The Merc.
Motor is a 1964. The boat has minor work on it. Most of the
work to be done is in the refinishing of it. The motor was gone
through about 12 years ago, but never made it to the water.
It's been stored in a garage for the past 20 years. Trailer has
new tail lights and tires.” Asking: $800. Contact Jim at
dakotakid1@charter.net or call 507-532-7517 (MN)
1966 TROJAN HARDTOP 28’
1966 TROJAN HARDTOP 28’. Wood Carvel Construction.
Beam: 11’ 6”. Jim says, “A clean boat with twin V8 AMC
motors. They run very well and have been well maintained.
She is a 28 footer with lapstrake construction, a swim platform
and fully enclosed cockpit. She has teak decks and vinyl deckhouse tops which are excellent. Boat has compressor fridge
and pressure water system, head and cooktop. Bottom seams
need to be reefed and recaulked. Some minor repairs on
starboard sheer will also be needed. I have been on this boat
many times and looked her over. She could be redone this
winter with about a month's work. A hardtop is easily
converted with a flydeck. This is a clean, classic that has been
stored for a few years and she needs a new owner. Price has
been reduced for immediate sale. The owner needs barn
space.” Asking: $5000. Contact Jim at Innerbay Boats at
(519) 875 3338 or jfhammond@kwic.com. Langton, ON,
CANADA
1965 THOMSON SEA LANCER 18’
1965 THOMSON SEA LANCER 18’. Wood lapstrake hull.
1965 Johnson 65hp outboard motor -- original to boat-- sold
separately. Tilt Trailer. Has not been in water for 4 years;
last used 2003. Needs TLC. Asking $1800 for boat and $1750
for motor. Contact Larry at 847-343-3765 (IL)
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-----Original Message----To: davidirving@boneyardboats.com
Sent: Tuesday, June 19, 2007
FREE...old S.F. ferry 18' bronze ports 671 diesel in the water
woman recently disabled can't afford slip fees lots of antiquity.
Tow it away and it's yours FREE. Linda 916 775 1091 Solano
county California. Please help she's desperate and it's FREE
no strings..........
1960 CHRIS CRAFT CONSTELLATION 36’
1960 CHRIS CRAFT CONSTELLATION 36’. 12-foot beam.
Twin Corvette Inboard 283s. Owner says, “My Connie is one
of the most original boats out there. I bought from the
original owner in 2001 and the only thing updated was the
upholstery.” Asking $7500. Contact Don at 414-241-0713
don@yououghttobeinpictures.com. Milwaukee, WI
1955 THOMPSON SEA COASTER 15’
1955 THOMPSON SEA COASTER 15'. Mahogany hull &
deck. No engine included. Owner says, "This boat can be
restored to its glory days, a beauty, with minor refinishing
work." Asking: $3500. Berlin, MD. Contact Dennis at 410641-2519 or savysurfer@gmail.com
1955 WHIRLWIND DELUXE 17'
1955 WHIRLWIND DELUXE 17'. Mahogany hull & deck.
35hp 1986 Force outboard. Owner says, "Nice runabout. 6
years under cover outdoors. Needs refinishing to look best but
all sound wood. Motor has low time. Trailer needs tires
otherwise boat, motor & trailer all in good condition. She
always received praises at the local launch. Looking to sell to
someone who appreciates wood boats, a dying breed." (Ain’t
that the truth! -- sorry, publisher commentary!) Asking:
$3000 (“neg”). Scotia, NY.
Contact Tom at alit-62825@mypacks.net
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Sent: Tuesday, June 12, 2007
To: davidirving@boneyardboats.com
Subject: Listing in BONE YARD BOATS
1960 CUSTOM CRUISER 20’
CUSTOM CRUISER, 1960, 20’. 8’ beam. Designed by Wm.
F. Crosby, editor of “Motor Boat” 1951. White oak frames &
stem, spruce main & raised deck clamps, plywood. 1996
Honda 45 hp outboard; less than 10 hours/year for last 7
years. ~125 hours total. VHF radio, depth sounder, fridge.
Clean, good condition. Has had TLC over the years. Needs
little cosmetic work. READY TO GO! Originally listed in
Summer 2006 issue of Bone Yard Boats. Price reduced to
$2750. (MD) Call Joe at 610-696-5224 or email:
jdonia1@verizon.net
Dave,
Enjoyed the Spring 2007 issue--it's a most impressive
little publication. Thanks.
Regards. Joe
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1975 EGG HARBOR 33’. Owner says, “Engines are out of
the boat; I don't think they are worth putting back in. With
someone getting boat so cheap, it makes more sense, I think,
to invest in some newer engines. The boat is the
sportfish/sedan. One steering station up top leaving you with
a nice size salon below with new head, holding tank and good
sized galley. Wheels and shafts are in good shape. New
torpedo fuel tanks port & starboard 75 gals each. Drop some
engines in and a little paint, and someone would have a lot
fun with her.” The boat is located in Stony Brook LI, NY.
Asking: $2000 to cover the yard bill. Contact Karl at 631-5843039 or solarsunson@aol.com
1967 CHRIS CRAFT SEA SKIFF CORINTHIAN 40’
…ONE TWIN…
1967 CHRIS CRAFT SEA SKIFF CORINTHIAN 40’. This is
Patrick’s “other twin.” This ’67 has a broad 14-foot beam.
Originally built with mahogany sides and plywood lapstrake
bottom, 90 of these hulls were built between the 1967 & 1969
model years. This boat has engines and generator that the
owner reports as ‘running.’ According to the owner, “I have
always liked the layout of this boat, she's opposite of the ‘56.
With this one, the galley and lounge areas are all top side and
just the head and berthing areas are below; in the ‘56 it’s all
down below. The ’67 has all this up in the salon where it’s
brighter and the airflow is better. Down below in the ‘67 are
the head, V-berth, and bunkroom.” The asking price is the
cost of the yard fees, which at the moment are roughly $800
for each boat. Contract Patrick at 914-500-5415 or email
Patrick@thewoodenboatshop.com (NJ)
1951 CENTURY RESORTER 17 ½’
…THE OTHER TWIN
1951 CENTURY RESORTER 17 ½’.
Mahogany hull.
Inboard gas Chrysler 6-cyl. with dual updraft carburetors.
Needs total restoration – top, bottom, sides planking and
some frame work. Asking $1500. Contact Chuck at 978-6491904 or eastmarinc@verizon.net (MA)
1951 HIGH-END CHRYSLER 6-CYL WITH DUAL UPDRAFT CARBS
1970 CHRIS CRAFT CATALINA 26’. Hardtop cruiser. New
350 motor in boat & never hooked up. Very good condition.
Fiberglass hull. Wood upper deck. Best offer. Power anchor.
Call David at 215-520-9505 (PA)
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1956 CHRIS CRAFT SEA SKIFF CRUISER 40’ – HULL STRIPPED BARE
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However, the problem is we have very little experience
working around boats. We grew up on a farm and have many
mechanical and building skills, we've just never worked on
boats before. Our grandpa introduced us to sailing on a 14'
Hobie Catamaran and we've loved boats ever since. Could
you give us some pointers on how to get more experience.
We're eager to learn from someone who's done this before
and read up and research so we don't get into something
we're not able to handle. We'd appreciated any advice you
could give us. Thanks, Eric
1967 CHRIS CRAFT CUTLASS 26’
1967 CHRIS CRAFT CUTLASS 26’. 10-foot beam. Single
2002 inboard Mercruiser 360 CI. Asking: $5000. Contact Dori
at doriswezey1@msn.com or 631-375-3851, East Moriches NY
1951 UTILITY MOTOR SAILER 37’
1951 UTILITY MOTOR SAILER 37’. 10-foot beam. 4-foot
draft. Owner says, “Built at Stonington Boat Works in 1951,
on a Henry Scheel design. Found in 1974 on Barnegat Bay,
rebuilt at Flanagan Bros. Boatyard (new stem and transom)
and sailed until 1990. Second rebuild in my back yard is about
60% complete. Hull is doug fir on steambent oak, white cedar
foredeck, two inch Port Orford cedar deck aft. Bad
frames,planks,and butt blocks have been replaced. Interior of
cabin has been partially removed to expose hull. 6 cylinder
Ford diesel with Velvet drive available(engine has major
overhaul with no hours). All gear/equipment included.”
Asking: FREE. Contact Charles Rehm at 610-444-0620 or
csrehm@verizon.net. Located in a Philadelphia suburb, PA
1936 RICHARDSON LITTLE GIANT CRUISER 26’
1936 RICHARDSON LITTLE GIANT CRUISER 26’. Very
original model 26-3 features lavatory with full head room,
galley with 2-burner safety alcohol stove, porcelain sink,
running water, dish lockers and space for ice and food. Four
berths convert to daytime seating, with a large storage space
forward. Captain's chair and rear cockpit bench cushions are
reupholstered in dark blue. Boat has all of the original gauges
and hardware; all are in excellent condition. Power is the
original Kermath 100HP engine. Keel and frames are white
oak, transom and covering boards are mahogany, and
planking is clear cedar. Bottom and hull are exceptionally tight.
Water tank capacity is 26 gallons. The two, 30-gallon fuel
tanks are NEW. Cruiser is in very good condition, overall. All
wood in excellent shape; exterior mahogany has been stained
and revarnished. Hull paint could use freshening. A custom
(roadworthy) trailer available for an additional $2,000. Call
Harold at 603-569-6604 (NH) or email kisley@conknet.com.
Photos can be emailed. Asking $8000.
1972 CENTENNIAL TROJAN 28’. Marine ply lapstrake
construction. 12-foot beam. Jim says, “This is a true classic.
Inside the cabin she is very original with spotless varnish.
If you are looking for a great
cruiser with a very dependable
engine, head, galley, teak
decks and nearly perfect vinyl
cabin tops..., this is it! I will
need to work somewhat on
this boat to make her right for
another 40 years.
I would estimate about a months worth of work to make her a
showboat! The inside of this boat has no scratches or screw
holes where they should not be and the bilges were powerwashed each fall before she was stored on her trailer in a barn
each winter. The dual axle trailer is substantial and well made
for this boat. The second owner is very proud of this boat and
would love to see another wooden boat lover take her over.”
Asking: $5500. Contact Jim at Innerbay Boats at (519) 875
Langton, ON, Canada
3338 or jfhammond@kwic.com
GREW UP ON A FARM
Subject: Boat Restoration
Hi David,
My brother and I just graduated from college and we want to
eventually get into boat restoration and sales. We looked at
your website and found some nice looking boats that peaked
our interest.
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…SUBJECT: OLD COMMUTER IN NJ
I acquired it in 1981, from a Naval Cadet Alliance. They
received it in the 1960’s from a lawyer who lived on it at the
79th St. basin in NYC. Around 1950, it had two Chrysler
Crowns installed at the Bath Iron Works, in Maine. I believe
that the hull is teak over cedar on oak ribs, copper riveted.
One of my peers insists that the outer hull is African
mahogany.
In 25 years, I have not been able to find any hull, or builder,
markings. Some people think it’s Art Deco, others European,
and one person thought it was a Admiral’s Gig. The boat is
located at Smith’s Creek in Sewaren, New Jersey. This creek is
off the Arthur Kill and about two miles from the Outerbridge
Crossing (between Staten Island and NJ).
1963 CHRIS CRAFT SKI BOAT 17’ -- ENGINE
1963 CHRIS CRAFT SKI BOAT 17’. Philippine Mahogany
hull. 6-foot beam. Single inboard gas Chevrolet 283 CID V8
185hp.
Accessories include mooring cover, anchor, fire
extinguisher, seat cushions, galvanized minnow trap and
galvanized minnow keeper. Bottom is off (great for inspection
of framework). This is a complete boat. All hardware,
instruments, interior and planking are available. Dis-assembly
notes and photos are included along with research material
from the Mariner’s Museum (Owner’s Manual, Original
Equipment List, Shop drawings). It also comes with many back
issues of Classic Boating, Channel Marker and Rudder/Rusty
Rudder magazines.
Owner says, “The boat was purchased in the late 80’s and was
used in fresh water only for two or three summer seasons
here in southern Michigan. She has plenty of power to pull
skiers and is very comfortable cruising at all speeds from a
dead idle all the way up to redline. She wintered in a fully
enclosed insulated garage. I found that the hull leaked a lot,
so a bottom restoration was started in 1992. Then life got in
the way and she has remained in garage storage since then.
She now it awaits a new owner who has the time, talent and
treasure to bring her back to her full glory.” Asking: $5,995.
Contact Joe at jvanselo@comcast.net or 248-342-0938. S.E.
Michigan (MI)
NJ COMMUTER ‘AT SPEED’ IN THE EARLY NINETIES
The oak stem, oak ribs, oak butt blocks are failing. The outer
hull planking is still hard. Most of the interior, which had been
added by the lawyer, has been removed and discarded. The
bare inner hull is mostly open. I removed the engines, about
four years ago and the stainless fuel tanks were also junked.
The pictures with the green bottom paint are current. The
pictures, at speed, were taken in the early nineties. The
picture docked is from the late eighties, but shows a nice
profile. I know that the stern cabin, port side door and
plywood bridge, were added by the lawyer and they are bad.
In the late eighties, after replacing the stern stem, shaft log
beds, shaft logs and engine beds I installed a pair of 305 OMC
225 HP inboards. They used 2.57 to 1 Velvet Drives, swinging
20x22 three-bladed props. The pictures are (with bow out) are
at about 4100RPM and clocked at 27 mph. Prior to 1950, the
boat had two V-12 engines (totaling about 7000 to 8000lbs).
Scott Halls would have been about 500 to 600 HP each, and
should have pushed the boat to the 50-60 mph range. The
boat was probably used by the government during WWII
(coastal service), but that is speculative.
Thanks, in advance, for the interest. I am looking for more
pictures, and have more details about the boat. As I stated, I
cannot save this boat. The time on the rail is limited, and the
yard owner wants to eliminate my slip. If you can provide any
input as to its origins, that would be great. This boat, even in
its current shape, has been my joy for many years.
1963 CHRIS CRAFT SKI BOAT 17’
1966 Century 17' Parts Only. Windshield, guages, and
hardware for 1966 Century. Parts only, no boat. Asking $750.
Contact Robert at 509-725-0911or r-lwiebe@msn.com (WA)
Bone Yard Boats™
Summer 2007
Thank you, and I am looking forward to hearing from you.
Regards, Bill H.
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…DINGHY NEWS FROM GINGER
…SUBJECT: OLD COMMUTER IN NJ
When I turned on the TV weather station the next morning,
there were predictions of a severe storm headed our way; so
not wanting to depart so soon, yet not looking forward to a
roller-coaster ferry ride across LI Sound, I decided it was best
to catch the 11am ferry back to LI and then drive straight
through to NJ. I'm glad I did, as the next day was worse than
terrible! I later heard that some had to stay another day or
two before they cold get a flight out. But everyone made it
back to their destinations, eventually.
Now, can the S.S. UNITED STATES be saved? As a member of
the S.S. UNITED STATES Conservancy, I received an invitation
to attend an all day, 'Symposium and Gala Reunion', on June
9th at the Independence Seaport Museum in Philadelphia.
Being only about 45 minutes from Philly and a member of the
Museum I plan to attend, as I did last year and found it most
interesting.
NJ COMMUTER ‘TORPEDO STERN’
There will be an update on the status of this famous cruise
ship by the President and CEO, Colin Veitch of Norwegian
Cruise Lines, the owners of the ship. There will be other
presentations, discussions, films, items for sale and a special
luncheon where you can see the S.S. UNITED STATES at her
Pier on the Delaware River. Don't know what her fate will be,
but I may give you an update in the next issue.
Naturally, I responded quickly to Bill that I would very much
like to help him find a new home for his boat through Bone
Yard Boats and our community of subscribers. Unfortunately,
I was too late. On May 2nd – just 3 days after his first email –
I received the following:
My next planned event is to drive to the Chesapeake Bay
Maritime Museum in St. Michaels, MD. where the 20th annual
Antique & Classic Boat Society's Chesapeake Bay Chapter will
hold its three-day event over June 15-17th. This is billed as
the largest classic boat show in the Mid-Atlantic region, and
I've been a member for the past 20 years and have seen it
grow. It is well organized and run by dedicated members and
the main theme is to have "FUN'.
David,
-----Original Message----Sent: Wednesday, May 2, 2007
To: davidirving@boneyardboats.com
Subject: Re: Old commuter in NJ
Thanks for the response, but the yard started taking it apart,
yesterday. They wanted the railway available, and took away
my slip of twenty years. After many years of ownership, it will
soon be a memory. I would have given it away. I still have
not found anyone, who can recognize its origins.
It starts off with a Friday night dinner cruise on the excursion
boat, 'PATRIOT', a two-decker boat. Then on Saturday there’s
an all day judged boat show with plenty of vendors under a
big tent. That night, we dine at a catered buffet dinner party
under another tent followed by a picnic & awards on Sunday.
Thanks, again, Bill H.
All I could say was, “Bill, I'm really sorry to hear that. –David”
And we keep trying. We may have lost this one, but we have
certainly saved many and continue to do so every day. If you
can help identify this boat for Bill, please drop me a line.
This year the 'Bone Yard Boats' award will be the newly
published book by Dr. Margaret A Rosenfeld, titled, 'ON LAND
AND SEA'. Yes, Margaret and her husband, Richard are of the
famous Rosenfeld family of photographers. Richard is the son
of Stanley Rosenfeld and grew up on the boat FOTO, which is
now on display at the Cutts & Case boatyard in Oxford, MD.
Richard and Margaret keep their 37ft Tartan sailboat, BLEW
BAYOU, (get it?) at the nearby Oxford Boatyard where they
can see FOTO as they pass by. Dr. Margaret Rosenfeld is a
Professor of Sociology at the University of Delaware and has
written many articles and books on this subject. I invited
Margaret and Richard to be my guests at the awards
ceremonies where her book will be presented. They plan to
sail over from Oxford and spend the day.
Next, it’s off to Mystic, CT. over June 28- July 1, for the
Woodenboat Show. This annual event is moved each year to
different locations across the country and is a three-day event.
It’s a large show with lots of classic boats to see and board.
Hope to 'hang-out' with some of my nautical friends along the
way. (It’s better to 'hang-out' than to 'hang-in). More travel
planned, but will give you another Dinghy news in the next
issue. Enough for now.
NJ COMMUTER ON THE RAILS
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