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by mattbyrne
Tue Sep 27, 2016 10:26 am
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Special Race Boat Replica Project
Replies: 47
Views: 22431

Re: Special Race Boat Replica Project

Well the boat is finally finished! I launched it for the first time last week for the Geneva Lakes Boat show. Thanks to the Wooden Runabout Company for putting in some extra time and getting it to the finish line. This boat is a blast to drive. Now the bad news, it looks like I do have one major iss...
by mattbyrne
Wed Aug 10, 2016 10:18 am
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Special Race Boat Replica Project
Replies: 47
Views: 22431

Re: Special Race Boat Replica Project

I'm not sure exactly, but Matt Smith's boat is 16 footer. I know some, if not all, of the 19 foot boat came with the six gauge panel I'm using. The only difference is it should have the cracked ice finished rather than the black crackle finish I have. Here is a pic of one of the original 1936 boats ...
by mattbyrne
Wed Aug 10, 2016 9:23 am
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Special Race Boat Replica Project
Replies: 47
Views: 22431

Re: Special Race Boat Replica Project

Thanks for keeping me honest :D

I've added an update to my restoration blog with updated pics, here is the link:

http://www.ccraceboat.com/?p=3271
by mattbyrne
Tue Aug 09, 2016 3:08 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Special Race Boat Replica Project
Replies: 47
Views: 22431

Re: Special Race Boat Replica Project

The boat is currently back in Michigan at the Wooden Runabout Company for some final varnish, upholstery and few other things. Once that is finished, its back home for final assembly. I hope to hit the water beginning of September.
by mattbyrne
Wed Apr 27, 2016 8:56 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Special Race Boat Replica Project
Replies: 47
Views: 22431

Re: Special Race Boat Replica Project

I bet you guys thought I gave up on this project! Well I've been plugging along....

I posted a long over due update of the projects web site check it out.

http://www.ccraceboat.com/
by mattbyrne
Mon Mar 21, 2016 10:01 am
Forum: How to Use Boat Buzz
Topic: Changing An Email Address
Replies: 2
Views: 3738

Re: Changing An Email Address

Mike,

Please send an email to [email protected] with your new email and username and I will update you profile.

Matt Byrne
by mattbyrne
Tue Mar 15, 2016 7:48 am
Forum: Research Related
Topic: Cracked Ice Gauge Panel Treatment
Replies: 12
Views: 6779

Re: Cracked Ice Gauge Panel Treatment

I believe this is one that Clawson did.
by mattbyrne
Mon Feb 08, 2016 9:12 am
Forum: How to Use Boat Buzz
Topic: having trouble uploading pictures
Replies: 2
Views: 2475

Re: having trouble uploading pictures

Rob,

The file size for attachments is a 5MB maximum. You will need to resize the picture prior to uploading. There are many free programs available to help you with this.

Matt
by mattbyrne
Thu Dec 10, 2015 1:06 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Special Race Boat Replica Project
Replies: 47
Views: 22431

Re: Special Race Boat Replica Project

I've post a couple updates on my project. http://www.ccraceboat.com

There has been a little progress, but not much as the boat was in storage of the summer. Winter is now here so it's time to get to work.
by mattbyrne
Mon Sep 28, 2015 9:23 am
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: How to update hull registry?
Replies: 10
Views: 6143

Re: How to update hull registry?

I can transfer a boat from one user to another. Just send me the info and I will make the switch.
by mattbyrne
Thu Apr 02, 2015 6:56 pm
Forum: How to Use Boat Buzz
Topic: login and out
Replies: 8
Views: 5101

Re: login and out

Jim,

What browser and version are you using?

matt
by mattbyrne
Fri Feb 27, 2015 10:36 am
Forum: Hardware & Rigging
Topic: RUB RAIL
Replies: 2
Views: 2491

Re: RUB RAIL

I may be able to help you out. I got new rub rail when I restored my Gar Wood. I still have the original stuff. Let me take a look and see if the is a piece that would work for you.
by mattbyrne
Mon Feb 16, 2015 4:28 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Special Race Boat Replica Project
Replies: 47
Views: 22431

Re: Special Race Boat Replica Project

An update is long over due. Check out the blog to see what I've been working on for the last couple months.
http://www.ccraceboat.com
by mattbyrne
Mon Jan 12, 2015 10:10 am
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Mahogony Plywood (Okume)
Replies: 8
Views: 4618

Re: Mahogony Plywood (Okume)

L.L. Johnsons in Michigan has it but the shipping is expensive.

http://www.theworkbench.com/marine.php
by mattbyrne
Sun Dec 07, 2014 7:37 pm
Forum: Chris-Craft Antique Boat Club Business
Topic: Updated CCABC Articles of Incorp and By-laws
Replies: 0
Views: 4124

Updated CCABC Articles of Incorp and By-laws

Below are links to the updated Articles of Incorporation and By-Laws - Revised 2014, unanimously approved by the BOD

By- Laws
Restated Articles of Incorparation
by mattbyrne
Wed Dec 03, 2014 11:37 am
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Special Race Boat Replica Project
Replies: 47
Views: 22431

Re: Special Race Boat Replica Project

Update....
The boat's framing was completed about 3 weeks ago and has been waiting for me to go pick it up. I will be bringing the boat home this weekend, My plan is to plank the boat this winter. Expect progress to slow now that it is only me working in my free time.
by mattbyrne
Tue Nov 11, 2014 9:46 am
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Correct V-8 colour
Replies: 20
Views: 8110

Re: Correct V-8 colour

If you have a sample this place can match it and put it in rattle cans for you:

http://www.apstowerpaint.com
by mattbyrne
Fri Nov 07, 2014 3:43 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Special Race Boat Replica Project
Replies: 47
Views: 22431

Re: Special Race Boat Replica Project

A little more progress.....

I spent last Monday working on the boat. Here the are the details...
http://www.ccraceboat.com/?p=1221
by mattbyrne
Tue Oct 28, 2014 6:53 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Special Race Boat Replica Project
Replies: 47
Views: 22431

Re: Special Race Boat Replica Project

joanroy, Materials are the same as the original all mahogany. mfine, Not sure about the hardware kit, I've been checking ebay for parts. the hardware on this boat used common casting so anything I can't find on ebay is being recast by others and is easily available. You can visit Wooden Runabout Com...
by mattbyrne
Mon Oct 27, 2014 8:02 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Special Race Boat Replica Project
Replies: 47
Views: 22431

Special Race Boat Replica Project

After I finished the restoration of my Gar Wood a couple years back I was looking for my next project. Originally I was thinking of doing a Gar Wood Speedster replica. I purchased the plans from the Antique Boat Museum and attempted to model the hull in a Cad program. After a short period I realized...
by mattbyrne
Mon Sep 22, 2014 3:45 pm
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: Geneva Lakes Boat Show this weekend
Replies: 1
Views: 24981

Geneva Lakes Boat Show this weekend

The weather is going to be perfect and we have a great line up of boats. http://genevalakesboatshow.com/Entries Boats will be on display all day Saturday 10-4 and Sunday 10-3. On Saturday at 4:00 we have a boat parade on the lake it's a good way to see all the boat as they leave the harbor. The show...
by mattbyrne
Fri Sep 19, 2014 3:56 pm
Forum: Gar Wood - General Discussion
Topic: 1940 19'6" barrelback
Replies: 5
Views: 8835

Re: 1940 19'6" barrelback

Here's another picture
by mattbyrne
Fri Jul 04, 2014 11:03 am
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: Cotton U.S. flags or Yacht Ensign
Replies: 16
Views: 9528

Re: Cotton U.S. flags or Yacht Ensign

Great news Jim, I'll take a 16x24.
This is the one thing I need to complete the restoration
by mattbyrne
Fri May 23, 2014 2:10 pm
Forum: Sailboat Division Enthusiast Group
Topic: Welcome
Replies: 1
Views: 5763

Welcome

Welcome to the Sailboat Division Enthusiast forum.
by mattbyrne
Mon May 12, 2014 11:37 am
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Chrysler Crown Oil Filter
Replies: 4
Views: 2740

Re: Chrysler Crown Oil Filter

Here is what I used in my Chrysler Crown M2
by mattbyrne
Fri May 02, 2014 9:26 pm
Forum: How to Use Boat Buzz
Topic: Constellation Group
Replies: 17
Views: 7095

Re: Constellation Group

OK I fixed the problem.... the posts should be listed at the top not way down the page. Let me know if you see any other strange behavior.
by mattbyrne
Fri May 02, 2014 9:20 pm
Forum: How to Use Boat Buzz
Topic: Constellation Group
Replies: 17
Views: 7095

Re: Constellation Group

Post are still there they are just displaying farther down the page. Scroll down... This issue is caused by another change we made yesterday. I'll fix it asap.
by mattbyrne
Fri Apr 18, 2014 2:39 pm
Forum: Constellation Enthusiast Group
Topic: Welcome
Replies: 33
Views: 21742

Re: Welcome

If there are any existing post out there that should be moved here let me know and I can do that. This will make them easier to find in the future.
by mattbyrne
Fri Apr 18, 2014 1:55 pm
Forum: Constellation Enthusiast Group
Topic: Welcome
Replies: 33
Views: 21742

Welcome

Welcome to the Constellation Enthusiast Group