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by JimF
Fri Nov 24, 2023 4:39 pm
Forum: Hardware & Rigging
Topic: 1964 Prop Shaft Stuffing Box
Replies: 2
Views: 927

Re: 1964 Prop Shaft Stuffing Box

I think any of those would work. Just try not to get too much in the shaft opening. Clean up any excess before it cures.
by JimF
Fri Nov 17, 2023 10:15 am
Forum: Cockpit and Cabin Interiors
Topic: 1942 18' Utility Deluxe
Replies: 4
Views: 963

Re: 1942 18' Utility Deluxe

I have restored two of these boats. It should have marble-ized linoleum on the floor and planking on the inside hull. Please submit any other questions and I will do my best to answer them.
by JimF
Thu Jul 13, 2023 2:20 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Chines - do they protrude below bottom?
Replies: 1
Views: 1232

Re: Chines - do they protrude below bottom?

Pretty sure it should be flush. Is the new bottom thinner than the original?
by JimF
Thu Mar 02, 2023 12:02 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Newbie 1948 Runabout owner
Replies: 2
Views: 1757

Re: Newbie 1948 Runabout owner

You correct in thinking you should start from the bottom and I think most would agree that the 5200 system is the way to go. You should also use all new planking for the bottom as well. The old planks are just too tired and dried up. Take them off carefully and use them for patterns to easily make n...
by JimF
Thu Dec 22, 2022 2:16 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Varnish over paint
Replies: 2
Views: 1606

Re: Varnish over paint

Mask them off. Varnish will yellow the white paint.
by JimF
Wed Nov 09, 2022 10:12 am
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Winterizing a KLC
Replies: 1
Views: 1700

Winterizing a KLC

Normally I just open the drains (block, water pump and at the lower end of the exhaust manifold) on a K engine but this one does not have a plug or petcock in the block behind the water pump. I think I will try connecting a hose to the water pump inlet and put the other end in a bucket of anti-freez...
by JimF
Mon Oct 17, 2022 4:31 pm
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: Cutwater for a 1928 Cadet
Replies: 1
Views: 2381

Re: Cutwater for a 1928 Cadet

I believe Mike Schreiber is still in business at cutwaters.com. I just saw a post. He has some patterns in stock but can show you how to make a pattern that he can then reproduce the cutwater. I think he has videos on YouTube. Also, someone just took over Al Scinnerer's Californisclassics hardware o...
by JimF
Tue Sep 20, 2022 3:45 pm
Forum: Fiberglass - Hardware & Rigging
Topic: Chris Craft XK22 need of chrome parts
Replies: 1
Views: 2317

Re: Chris Craft XK22 need of chrome parts

Try Jim Staib at finewoodboats.com
by JimF
Mon Aug 08, 2022 1:51 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Another deck seam question
Replies: 5
Views: 3317

Re: Another deck seam question

It absolutely would help if you don't mind getting dinged by a judge at a show. Treat it like a 5200 bottom. Seal 1/8" marine plywood with CPES on both sides and seal the back of your new deck planks. Spread a thin coat of 5200 on the plywood as you install the new thinner deck planks with screws an...
by JimF
Mon Jun 06, 2022 9:27 am
Forum: How to Use Boat Buzz
Topic: 1956 Chris Craft 18ft Sportsman
Replies: 1
Views: 2692

Re: 1956 Chris Craft 18ft Sportsman

For engine parts and most anything else see finewoodboats.com. For engine specifications see classicboatconnection.com. Click on Classic Boat Restoration Information.
by JimF
Sat May 14, 2022 2:24 pm
Forum: How to Use Boat Buzz
Topic: Engine bed and interior of the bottom
Replies: 1
Views: 2448

Re: Engine bed and interior of the bottom

It is very likely oil and must be cleaned up prior to painting. Tide powder and water hose and a scrubbing brush are a big help. After cleaning be sure it is dry prior to painting.
by JimF
Sat Mar 12, 2022 12:22 pm
Forum: Cavalier Division Enthusiast Group
Topic: converting a 15' cav utility to a fine gentleman racers
Replies: 2
Views: 11257

Re: converting a 15' cav utility to a fine gentleman racers

I actually have been thinking of doing a similar project but I was thinking of using an 18' boat' Fifteen seems a little small and might be a little squirrely with a big engine and a longer boat would ride a little better. I am not interested in your Cavalier but I wanted you to know at least someon...
by JimF
Thu Feb 17, 2022 8:53 pm
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: Membership
Replies: 4
Views: 3961

Re: Membership

Check out the new trading dock. Just opened. Many boats for sale.
by JimF
Tue Feb 08, 2022 1:32 pm
Forum: How to Use Boat Buzz
Topic: Fender Cleat Placement
Replies: 2
Views: 2666

Re: Fender Cleat Placement

I think I would go with three per side. Placement is usually right by or forward of the windshield or where the boat is the widest, and then another about 18-24" forward of the transom. You don't want it too close to the transom because it possibly could "roll" around the transom and you would lose ...
by JimF
Fri Feb 04, 2022 8:15 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Plywood inner planking
Replies: 1
Views: 2707

Plywood inner planking

I have been talking with a guy that has a 17' 1953 Sportsman. It appears that it has plywood inner planking. I was under the impression that plywood inner planking did not begin until later like 55-56. Would this be original?
by JimF
Mon Jan 24, 2022 12:17 pm
Forum: Hardware & Rigging
Topic: 1956 17' Sportsman Steering and Choke rigging
Replies: 3
Views: 3299

Re: 1956 17' Sportsman Steering and Choke rigging

The first picture shows the two bolts that hold the original steering gear box to the stringer. The box would have an arm that connects to the "pipe" below that goes to the rudder. That sliding cable which is not original would connect to the base of the throttle. The throttle lever would have been ...
by JimF
Sat Jan 15, 2022 9:58 am
Forum: Hardware & Rigging
Topic: CC Porthole Rod Support
Replies: 3
Views: 4524

Re: CC Porthole Rod Support

Mine also sits in a little notch. Maybe that is how they came?
by JimF
Fri Jan 14, 2022 10:09 am
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: Membership
Replies: 4
Views: 3961

Re: Membership

I looked on the site and found a membership list. No telling how current it is but it shows about 1290 members. (10 per page- 129 pages, in no particular order).
by JimF
Wed Dec 29, 2021 10:08 am
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: MCL 175 hp, for sale
Replies: 1
Views: 1729

Re: MCL 175 hp, for sale

You could put it on the Trading Dock on this site. Rumor has it that there will soon be classifieds in The Brass Bell.
by JimF
Thu Nov 11, 2021 3:52 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Opinions needed on how to repair
Replies: 10
Views: 7963

Re: Opinions needed on how to repair

The best book is Wooden Boat Restoration by Don Danenberg. Unfortunately it is only available on digital or occasionally on Ebay. Don does have a website forum where he will answer your questions or others may join the conversation. Danenbergboatworks.com
by JimF
Sun Nov 07, 2021 9:46 am
Forum: How to Use Boat Buzz
Topic: 1958 CC Sea Skiff instrumentation
Replies: 1
Views: 3820

Re: 1958 CC Sea Skiff instrumentation

There are two companies that specialize in marine instrument restoration for our boats. Kocianinstruments.com.
markclawson.com. They may have instruments available as well. If you need instruments. finewoodboats.com probably has used ones.
by JimF
Sat Oct 30, 2021 11:34 am
Forum: How to Use Boat Buzz
Topic: Notifications
Replies: 2
Views: 3637

Re: Notifications

Thanks
by JimF
Sat Oct 30, 2021 10:02 am
Forum: How to Use Boat Buzz
Topic: Notifications
Replies: 2
Views: 3637

Notifications

Is there any way that I can be automatically notified that someone has posted a new question on the Buzz without having to scroll through the whole index looking for recent dates?
by JimF
Wed Jun 02, 2021 9:30 am
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Where do I stop with the varnish at the water line
Replies: 33
Views: 21839

Re: Where do I stop with the varnish at the water line

I am going to agree with Troy here. If you have replaced the bottom with a 5200 or cold molded bottom the boat is going to float higher than it used to because it is lighter. It will not soak up a few hundred pounds of water. Paint the bottom to the chine while it is upside down. Turn the boat over....
by JimF
Sun Jan 17, 2021 8:47 am
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: Horn wiring - '59 Continental
Replies: 3
Views: 4587

Re: Horn wiring - '59 Continental

Inside the column.
by JimF
Fri Dec 11, 2020 10:05 am
Forum: On the Hard
Topic: Boat shipping
Replies: 6
Views: 5385

Re: Boat shipping

Do you have a trailer? There are companies and individuals who can tow it for you. I think it is going to be very difficult if you don't have a trailer.
by JimF
Thu Nov 19, 2020 9:28 am
Forum: Hardware & Rigging
Topic: Rudder Stuffing Box 18Ft Sea Skiff
Replies: 2
Views: 4665

Re: Rudder Stuffing Box 18Ft Sea Skiff

I don't know exactly but since no one else has answered I will offer an opinion. The rudder log is pretty much the same as the shaft log. I would guess that it needs three lengths of 3/8" packing with each one cut so that it circles the rudder shaft with the ends butting snugly together. Be sure the...
by JimF
Tue Oct 20, 2020 9:22 am
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Bleaching Riviera center section
Replies: 1
Views: 4943

Re: Bleaching Riviera center section

I like Lite-N-Up wood bleach. Available from wood floor supply store. So far I have only found it in gallon jugs so you will have plenty. It is a two part process.
by JimF
Sat Sep 05, 2020 3:36 pm
Forum: Research Related
Topic: Plank ID
Replies: 17
Views: 9713

Re: Plank ID

Those coaming boards run the entire length of the boat. 20’!!!!
by JimF
Sat Sep 05, 2020 10:48 am
Forum: Research Related
Topic: Plank ID
Replies: 17
Views: 9713

Re: Plank ID

I think that would be the coaming but I have been wrong before!