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by steve bunda
Fri Mar 05, 2021 1:48 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Bottom Removal on 23 foot Continental
Replies: 0
Views: 4844

Bottom Removal on 23 foot Continental

Hi All, I decided to remove the bottom today after Laurie removed all the frame, chine , and keel screws. The actual separation of bottom to boat took 10 minutes for this side . Then I cut it up and took it out to the wood burner . I included a picture here of the extreme crack separation due to pas...
by steve bunda
Tue Feb 16, 2021 7:11 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Flipping 23 foot Continental
Replies: 6
Views: 5403

Re: Flipping 23 foot Continental

Thank you , more pictures , updates , and information coming. Wood Boats are Fun !
by steve bunda
Sat Feb 13, 2021 3:24 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Flipping 23 foot Continental
Replies: 6
Views: 5403

Re: Flipping 23 foot Continental

3500 lbs minus the engine , gas tank, interior, seats , ceiling planks. Best guess flipping weight 1800 lbs
by steve bunda
Mon Jan 25, 2021 6:34 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Flipping 23 foot Continental
Replies: 6
Views: 5403

Flipping 23 foot Continental

Today we flipped the 1956 23 footer over , took less than an hour . Time for Laurie to pull bottom screws and after that I will take off the whole bottom at once . One side at a time.
by steve bunda
Sun Jan 24, 2021 9:35 am
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: What are you working on during lock downs?
Replies: 12
Views: 6705

Re: What are you working on during lock downs?

Update , Decks done for now , will flip and address the bottom. I did a 5200 bottom on CL 23-006 a few years back . I agree that the continentals do not have the best ride , we call them slappies . But they are great boats for entertaining , putting, and ride fine on calm water. The continentals hav...
by steve bunda
Sun Jan 24, 2021 9:22 am
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: What are you working on during lock downs?
Replies: 12
Views: 6705

Re: What are you working on during lock downs?

That's the trim , I will purchase a piece. Is it pointed on both ends?
Thanks, steve
by steve bunda
Sat Jan 23, 2021 7:03 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: What are you working on during lock downs?
Replies: 12
Views: 6705

Re: What are you working on during lock downs?

Hey Steve, I have a complete windshield less glass for your continental if you need one. Re-Chromed. Was going to convert sedan to open and decided not to. Have a few other bits left over as well. Best looking, hardest riding utility ever. Still miss it. Hi Greg , Thanks for the offer of the windsh...
by steve bunda
Thu Jan 21, 2021 6:56 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: What are you working on during lock downs?
Replies: 12
Views: 6705

Re: What are you working on during lock downs?

Pretty quiet , Matt look forward to your launch of the newly improved Woodyboater site, John how about a few pictures? Anyone see NCIS and the Gibs boat in the basement? How is he going to get it out ? We need to track down the back story on this one .
by steve bunda
Tue Jan 19, 2021 6:46 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: What are you working on during lock downs?
Replies: 12
Views: 6705

What are you working on during lock downs?

Hi All , Just wanting to see how everyone is doing this winter and asking what you are working on this winter . One of the projects I am working on is one of my own . I always wanted a utility and have a fondness for Continentals . This is a 1956 23 footer with a MCL. I started with the decks as thi...
by steve bunda
Fri Dec 04, 2020 8:37 am
Forum: How to Use Boat Buzz
Topic: 21' capri deck replacement
Replies: 7
Views: 5962

Re: 21' capri deck replacement

That plan with a jig will work, the fade out of depth at the end of the cut can be accomplished by hand by lifting the router at the end of the cut. If I remember it is only a few inches long.
by steve bunda
Sat Nov 28, 2020 10:06 am
Forum: How to Use Boat Buzz
Topic: 21' capri deck replacement
Replies: 7
Views: 5962

Re: 21' capri deck replacement

I know what you are saying it takes a little skill, I was a tool and die maker with a lot of engraving and mold making experience. Thus it comes easy for me to saw and router to a line. We used to follow lines scribed on steel and cut on a bridgeport mill by moving x and y handles by hand and eye. B...
by steve bunda
Fri Nov 27, 2020 9:14 am
Forum: How to Use Boat Buzz
Topic: 21' capri deck replacement
Replies: 7
Views: 5962

Re: 21' capri deck replacement

Mike letting all the top secrets out . We cut the old deck at the recess , place on new deck and scribe one side of the groove. Measure and scribe the other side of the deck groove . We use a 5 1/4 dewalt cordless saw and carefully cut the outline of the recessed deck groove. Then the tricky part is...
by steve bunda
Tue Jun 30, 2020 7:49 pm
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: Pull switch knobs pre war?
Replies: 4
Views: 5313

Re: Pull switch knobs pre war?

FYI picture from 1939 Chris Craft 19 foot Barrel Back , unrestored Holy Grail in Wisconsin
To be fully restored soon.
Thanks for looking
knob.JPG
, steve
by steve bunda
Fri May 08, 2020 5:43 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: 1941 K Distributor Cap and Rotor
Replies: 6
Views: 3782

Re: 1941 K Distributor Cap and Rotor

Yup, the pertronixs can have phantom problems and give a boat owner fits. I have learned from my mentor Jim Anderson from Hartland that a good clean set of points, a good condenser , working distributor ,cap, wires, etc. and charged up battery is all you need for care free boating. Heck the engines ...
by steve bunda
Tue Sep 10, 2019 7:35 am
Forum: Finishing
Topic: topside plank discoloration
Replies: 3
Views: 5364

Re: topside plank discoloration

Possibly the boat was refastened with stainless screws . Pull a bung and check few fasteners and then please let us know?

thanks, steve
by steve bunda
Fri Apr 12, 2019 12:39 pm
Forum: On the Hard
Topic: Advice on trailer purchase
Replies: 9
Views: 8766

Re: Advice on trailer purchase

We have been working with Phoenix Trailers for many years and they custom build to order. I am putting a spring order in now and can quote you a new 4 bunk trailer if you PM me. see phoenixtrail.com for pictures. my email is [email protected]

thanks, steve
by steve bunda
Tue Mar 19, 2019 12:21 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Exhaust hole -rebuild
Replies: 2
Views: 3733

Re: Exhaust hole -rebuild

Hi Bill, I have had good luck filling small areas with Marine Tex , where in wisconsin are you? I would love to see some picture.

steve
by steve bunda
Fri Jan 18, 2019 5:16 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Shaft Log Hose
Replies: 4
Views: 2977

Re: Shaft Log Hose

CarQuest Dayco 76163 old number 24026. NAPA would have it also , but it by the inch
by steve bunda
Sat Nov 24, 2018 7:12 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Recommended KBL Engine Oil
Replies: 18
Views: 8317

Re: Recommended KBL Engine Oil

My mentor Jim who is an expert on old Hercules engines recommends Valvoline straight Racing 50 weight . This is for the engines that have not been rebuilt.
by steve bunda
Thu Nov 08, 2018 6:46 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Z Spar or Epifanes Varnish?
Replies: 13
Views: 13158

Re: Z Spar or Epifanes Varnish?

Yup , Matt is right, Kind of like Beer , Miller, Bud, Import , it is what you are comfortable with and all will get the job done. Most or all varnish problems or fails are due to other factors and they do not include the varnish . Books have been written about the proper ways to varnish and prep.
by steve bunda
Thu Oct 18, 2018 7:53 am
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: 1955 17 ft Chris Craft alignment
Replies: 11
Views: 5721

Re: 1955 17 ft Chris Craft alignment

I saw an old time fix this condition 25 years ago. He put a bottle jack between the trans and stringer and cranked it over. I said what are you moving to make this work and the answer is the lag bolts. He also had a pipe wrench welded to a 8 foot bar that he put on the strut to tweak it . A bit extr...
by steve bunda
Mon Jul 23, 2018 6:31 pm
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: Newbie Looking for Chris Craft Services in Northern Wisconsin
Replies: 18
Views: 14118

Re: Newbie Looking for Chris Craft Services in Northern Wisconsin

Hi Newbie, welcome to the club! I can handle all your needs and have a wood boat shop 30 miles away. Please check out the web site antiquewoodboatrestoration.com 715 478 3186 Thanks, steve I am down sizing my collection and have a 1936 18 ft runabout available. It is a one owner boat in excellent su...
by steve bunda
Fri Mar 02, 2018 5:43 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: 5200 Bottom. Space planks??
Replies: 44
Views: 37464

Re: 5200 Bottom. Space planks??

Slick seam is made of 78% blended waxes and saturated hydrocarbons
. To save money you can use melted down old toilet wax rings to fill your cracks for a leaky bottom .
by steve bunda
Wed Feb 28, 2018 8:20 am
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: 5200 Bottom. Space planks??
Replies: 44
Views: 37464

Re: 5200 Bottom. Space planks??

I did my first bottom in 1992 following Don's method with leaving a gap between bottom planks. I use a popsicle stick between planks during fit up . The nice thing with the gap is you can see the 5200 ooze out when you screw down the bottom planks . This assures complete evacuation of air and builds...
by steve bunda
Fri Feb 16, 2018 6:45 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Deck toe rail on 16' Garwood
Replies: 12
Views: 7672

Re: Deck toe rail on 16' Garwood

I am with Brian , use nothing , just have a good fit.
steve
by steve bunda
Sat Oct 28, 2017 5:47 pm
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: Don D, thanks for posting!
Replies: 3
Views: 2998

Re: Don D, thanks for posting!

I am with Troy, I phones and computer games, fake fun . Tangible, real outside experiences with wood boats, lake and rivers , friends and family , price less. I also like " THE DON " :D
by steve bunda
Sat Oct 28, 2017 5:39 pm
Forum: On the Hard
Topic: Who makes custom boat covers for 1939 barrelback 19ft CC
Replies: 1
Views: 5086

Re: Who makes custom boat covers for 1939 barrelback 19ft CC

Hi, I have someone in Crandon wisc right across from my shop, does great covers and interiors. Call for more information . or email .
by steve bunda
Sat Jul 29, 2017 3:55 pm
Forum: Research Related
Topic: 48609 Preserve Plan
Replies: 4
Views: 3458

Re: 48609 Preserve Plan

Update, Some spot refastening on the bottom, a little bottom sanding and first coat copper. Engine on stand, turns over need to work on tomorrow . Inside hull rear deck picture showing underside deck finish from factory.
by steve bunda
Tue Jul 25, 2017 5:08 pm
Forum: Research Related
Topic: 48609 Preserve Plan
Replies: 4
Views: 3458

48609 Preserve Plan

I am finally done with customer boats and will be getting this 19 footer ready for the international boat show. This 19 foot barrel was originally delivered to Montréal Canada in 1939. I will do the minimal amount of restoration in order to get the Chris to be a user preserved survivor boat. To date...
by steve bunda
Tue Jul 25, 2017 4:52 pm
Forum: Cockpit and Cabin Interiors
Topic: Prewar mats
Replies: 6
Views: 8209

Re: Prewar mats

Thanks Brian, I ordered the flooring you recommended for 3 prewar runabouts .

steve