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by Chad Durren
Wed Sep 09, 2015 11:39 am
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: First time Chris Craft owner
Replies: 16
Views: 7029

Re: First time Chris Craft owner

Sorry Jim, I forgot to mention... the magic rag only works if you boat in the magic, blue waters of Michigan. If you live outside of Michigan, the magic rag is useless. If you boat in the Fox River or Chain-O-Lakes I suggest you wipe the boat down with mixture of kerosene, bleach and sand. Apply wit...
by Chad Durren
Tue Sep 08, 2015 11:21 pm
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: First time Chris Craft owner
Replies: 16
Views: 7029

Re: First time Chris Craft owner

Welcome! Great looking U-18. I have the 1952 version. I like to use a product called the "Absorber", it's a synthetic drying towel/chamois. The trick is to wipe the boat down while it's still wet with lake water. Go for ride, pull into dock and quickly wipe it down. Takes only a few minutes and keep...
by Chad Durren
Wed May 20, 2015 2:34 pm
Forum: How to Use Boat Buzz
Topic: Fuel Filter/Cannister?
Replies: 9
Views: 5025

Re: Fuel Filter/Cannister?

Looks to be all there. K engine? If so, there would have been no filter. The wire hanging below the pump on the right is the manual primer. The glass bowl on the left is your "crude" filter, for catching sediment in the fuel. Just check to make sure the diaphram in your pump is in good shape. If not...
by Chad Durren
Tue May 05, 2015 9:14 pm
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: BRASS BELL Wins Big!!!
Replies: 6
Views: 4872

BRASS BELL Wins Big!!!

Earlier this year, Bill Baldwin and the club's design team at Catalyst Communications entered The Brass Bell into an international competition for the 2015 Communicator Awards. The Brass Bell won an Award of Excellence in the non-profit magazine category which is the top award! There were over 6,000...
by Chad Durren
Tue Mar 03, 2015 10:34 pm
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: Bill Basler / Auto Accident
Replies: 5
Views: 4634

Re: Bill Basler / Auto Accident

There's an update on his status from Bill's wife, Michelle on the fundraiser site:

http://www.gofundme.com/nfw3ss
by Chad Durren
Mon Mar 02, 2015 2:10 pm
Forum: Hardware & Rigging
Topic: Platers
Replies: 9
Views: 5604

Re: Platers

I just used JR Custom Plating for 32 pieces of chrome and I'm very pleased. Fantastic work, sensible turnaround, and reasonably priced. I will use them again. Their attention to the pot metal pieces was outstanding.
by Chad Durren
Mon Mar 02, 2015 12:59 pm
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: Bill Basler / Auto Accident
Replies: 5
Views: 4634

Bill Basler / Auto Accident

For those of you that haven't heard, or do not visit our club Facebook page. Our past club president, Bill Basler was involved in a tragic auto accident. Our friends at WoodyBoater were nice enough to allow me to share the link to their story. My thoughts go out to him and his family as he recovers ...
by Chad Durren
Wed Feb 11, 2015 3:11 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Inspiration
Replies: 14
Views: 7999

Re: Inspiration

Looks great! Nice work.
by Chad Durren
Sun Jan 18, 2015 11:18 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Transmission leak
Replies: 18
Views: 6741

Re: Transmission leak

Is it this style Jim? If so, I have one for you.
by Chad Durren
Tue Jan 06, 2015 10:49 pm
Forum: Research Related
Topic: Hull registration no
Replies: 17
Views: 8213

Re: Hull registration no

Poor girl, she does look a bit rough.

I hope somebody who has what it takes to save her will rise to the challenge. I love everything about my U-18. It's a great handling boat, it's easy to trailer, and has the best lines (IMHO) of the entire Sportsman line-up.
by Chad Durren
Mon Jan 05, 2015 6:50 pm
Forum: Research Related
Topic: Hull registration no
Replies: 17
Views: 8213

Re: Hull registration no

Do you have any photos of the boat or hardware?
by Chad Durren
Thu Dec 11, 2014 6:46 pm
Forum: Research Related
Topic: Hull card mystery
Replies: 11
Views: 8069

Re: Hull card mystery

I owned SK-18-319 briefly in 2005. It was listed as a 1956 on the hull card. The hand-written '54 must have been an error.

Mine came with a factory installed toilet (Atwood) under the front bench. Danenberg now has the toilet (not the boat).
by Chad Durren
Thu Nov 20, 2014 5:39 pm
Forum: Research Related
Topic: Hull card mystery
Replies: 11
Views: 8069

Re: Hull card mystery

It's possible your dad's boat was built in 1954 but not shipped to the buyer until 1956. I believe "BOS" is Build Order Sheet.
by Chad Durren
Thu Oct 30, 2014 6:51 am
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Special Race Boat Replica Project
Replies: 47
Views: 22428

Re: Special Race Boat Replica Project

I agree, Don. We have to find Matt a Lycoming. :D
by Chad Durren
Fri Oct 24, 2014 6:07 am
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Fresh Water / Enclosed Cooling Systems
Replies: 6
Views: 3383

Re: Fresh Water / Enclosed Cooling Systems

Howdy Troy. I found this link to be helpful. I'm one of those who thought "fresh" and "raw" water cooling systems were one in the same.

http://www.cpperformance.com/t-marine-c ... stems.aspx
by Chad Durren
Thu Oct 23, 2014 10:29 pm
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: U22 with Cedar Bottom
Replies: 2
Views: 2474

Re: U22 with Cedar Bottom

Welcome Lowkey, U22s are fantastic boats and you're sure to enjoy it. As for the bottom, you might might want to post some pictures of the bottom so others can chime in with words of advice. Your original bottom would have been double-planked. If your current bottom is in need of extensive repair, y...
by Chad Durren
Thu Oct 23, 2014 8:03 am
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: K engine rebuild
Replies: 3
Views: 2565

Re: K engine rebuild

Hey Fred, not sure where you are located, but here in the Midwest I like the guys at CD's Engine Service in Hudsonville, MI.

Honest, reputable and easy to work with.
by Chad Durren
Mon Oct 13, 2014 2:04 pm
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: Disasembly of Space Ship Stern Light
Replies: 3
Views: 2692

Re: Disasembly of Space Ship Stern Light

There are 2 wires running through the pole. 1) Soldered connection to the pole (pink circle) 2) Soldered to the center of the brass tube (terminal) The green circle is where a plastic pin that passes through the pole and the center terminal, locking the pieces together. You will need to heat the sol...
by Chad Durren
Mon Oct 13, 2014 1:13 am
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: CC K engines
Replies: 1
Views: 1923

Re: CC K engines

Manufactured by Hercules
by Chad Durren
Thu Oct 02, 2014 1:01 pm
Forum: Fiberglass - Research Related
Topic: Early Glass CC Runabout
Replies: 35
Views: 22033

Re: Early Glass CC Runabout

I should also mention that Paul P's Commander Forum is an excellence source of information regarding early CC fiberglass boats. There are a LOT of Corsair, XK/Lancer/Commander enthusiasts there to support you with your decision.

http://www.network54.com/Forum/424840/
by Chad Durren
Wed Oct 01, 2014 10:39 am
Forum: Fiberglass - Research Related
Topic: Early Glass CC Runabout
Replies: 35
Views: 22033

Re: Early Glass CC Runabout

I should have given you a few more options. I believe there are quite a few CC models that ARE/WILL continue to grow in popularity: Last week I failed to make an offer on a project 70' XK19. I called the seller the next morning and he sold the boat for $850 to another buyer. 69- 70 Ski Boat 77-79 Su...
by Chad Durren
Tue Sep 30, 2014 11:12 pm
Forum: Fiberglass - Research Related
Topic: Early Glass CC Runabout
Replies: 35
Views: 22033

Re: Early Glass CC Runabout

joanroy, I believe you are looking for a 1969-1973 Commander SS / XK 19
zzxk-21_8.jpg
by Chad Durren
Tue Sep 30, 2014 11:21 am
Forum: Fiberglass - Odds & Ends
Topic: FLASH makes a Splash!!
Replies: 6
Views: 9581

Re: FLASH makes a Splash!!

Congrats Andy, the boat looks great! I really like the interior color.

Enjoy the heck out of it before the season ends.
by Chad Durren
Tue Sep 16, 2014 3:32 pm
Forum: Fiberglass - Engines & Powertrain
Topic: 327Q Project
Replies: 160
Views: 98217

Re: 327Q Project

Looking good, Andy! Looking forward to seeing a feature on this boat and your restoration journey in the Brass Bell soon.
Be sure to take lots of pics at the launch.
by Chad Durren
Sat Aug 30, 2014 10:54 pm
Forum: Fiberglass - Cockpit and Cabin Interiors
Topic: Missing Capacity Plate
Replies: 5
Views: 8609

Re: Missing Capacity Plate

Here's the plate from my '69 Commander SS. Essentially the same hull as the Lancer 19.
by Chad Durren
Wed Aug 13, 2014 7:30 am
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: Tightening the generator pulley nut
Replies: 2
Views: 2379

Re: Tightening the generator pulley nut

I removed the generator and clamped the pulled in my bench vise (wood jaws). Only because I couldn't think of anything better at the time. Can you you get an oil filter/strap wrench around the pulley?
by Chad Durren
Sun Aug 10, 2014 6:38 am
Forum: Fiberglass - Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Engine Box Insulation
Replies: 6
Views: 20324

Re: Engine Box Insulation

Looks like something they came up with at the factory - with the staples holding it all together.

If you're going after originality, it should be pretty easy to replicate. If not, just go with the modern, thermal acoustic lining stuff designed for the same purpose.
by Chad Durren
Mon Jun 02, 2014 10:25 am
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: Generator Re-build
Replies: 4
Views: 3377

Re: Generator Re-build

Google "Fabric Heat Shrink Tubing". Looks like there are some great products out there. Remove the terminal, slide some heat shrink tubing on there, solder a new terminal on there and, voila!

This fabric stuff looks pretty slick.
by Chad Durren
Mon May 12, 2014 12:37 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Looking for 327
Replies: 28
Views: 9609

Re: Looking for 327

Here's a Q all "tarted-up", but she ain't for sale.

https://vimeo.com/94287685