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by Don Ayers
Sun Dec 29, 2013 7:39 pm
Forum: Cockpit and Cabin Interiors
Topic: "Raybelle" colored linoleum
Replies: 41
Views: 26173

Re: "Raybelle" colored linoleum

that's the stuff.

Very cool!!!
by Don Ayers
Sat Dec 14, 2013 7:25 pm
Forum: From the Club
Topic: The Brass Bell, Issue 4 2013
Replies: 45
Views: 41564

Re: The Brass Bell, Issue 4 2013

Oberon01 wrote:Don - I hate to point this out, but I think the firm that did the Obamacare website was Canadian, of all things. Why I have no idea, but it is an embarassment to all involved.

I got mail here in OKC on Sat. BTW the Canadian firm was and inside job to a friend of Meshel NoBama
by Don Ayers
Fri Dec 13, 2013 8:48 am
Forum: Research Related
Topic: Pre War Dash and Gauge Panel Research
Replies: 84
Views: 50768

Re: Pre War Dash and Gauge Panel Research

1941 Dash

Don't forget that the entire dash was dark walnut in stain color, 1940-42
by Don Ayers
Tue Dec 10, 2013 9:12 pm
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: Windshield Rubber
Replies: 3
Views: 2457

Re: Windshield Rubber

by Don Ayers
Sun Dec 08, 2013 12:06 pm
Forum: From the Club
Topic: The Brass Bell, Issue 4 2013
Replies: 45
Views: 41564

Re: The Brass Bell, Issue 4 2013

I got my Brass Bell in OKC, OK this Saturday.

Hipel in Germany sent me his correct address.

Dust, did you get your copy in Germany yet? We spend a ton of money on International shipping. Beyond me why we are having problems. We are considering other options for international
by Don Ayers
Fri Nov 29, 2013 8:35 am
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Copper Pipe
Replies: 14
Views: 5759

Re: Copper Pipe

It was all bought up by various people. You might be able to find some and beg to buy it.

What boat and what engine/bend??

thanks
by Don Ayers
Fri Nov 29, 2013 8:18 am
Forum: From the Club
Topic: The Brass Bell, Issue 4 2013
Replies: 45
Views: 41564

Re: The Brass Bell, Issue 4 2013

I never did receive # 3 here in Germany, if somewhere has a slightly used copy they would be willing to forward, that would be great. I hope everyone had a Happy Thanksgiving. No Turkey sightings in Deutschland though. I thought for sure we had our overseas problems fixed but clearly we are not at ...
by Don Ayers
Thu Nov 28, 2013 10:51 am
Forum: From the Club
Topic: The Brass Bell, Issue 4 2013
Replies: 45
Views: 41564

Re: The Brass Bell, Issue 4 2013

Issue 4 was dropped at the post office on Wednesday before Thanksgiving. International mailing is going out Monday.

let us hear from you as it arrival around the world

Best
by Don Ayers
Mon Nov 25, 2013 2:50 pm
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: 28ft 1929 Chris Craft Custom Runabout
Replies: 8
Views: 5048

Re: 28ft 1929 Chris Craft Custom Runabout

martyhills wrote:Hi all,

I have found a 28ft 1929 Custom Runabout and I need to know where to look to get the hull number.

Any Suggestions?

Thanks,

Martin

Post some pics!!!!! :D
by Don Ayers
Thu Nov 21, 2013 11:12 pm
Forum: Gar Wood - General Discussion
Topic: Gar Wood Speedster Plans ABM
Replies: 8
Views: 15603

Re: Gar Wood Speedster Plans ABM

Bill

You ever get back on the Gar Speedster?
by Don Ayers
Wed Nov 20, 2013 9:24 pm
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: Tango Uniform
Replies: 1923
Views: 455583

Re: Tango Uniform (Restoration of a 1940 44 foot Chris Craft

Bill

What boat are you working on?
by Don Ayers
Wed Nov 20, 2013 6:58 pm
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: Tango Uniform
Replies: 1923
Views: 455583

Re: Tango Uniform (Restoration of a 1940 44 foot Chris Craft

Whamm - thank you. Your comment is probably the first to really say something about the whole thread, and what has gone on. I agree that the extensive daily pics of the work is a rare sight- and just happened much by accident - the combination of the guys doing the work sending me the pics, and mys...
by Don Ayers
Tue Nov 19, 2013 12:33 pm
Forum: Chris-Craft Antique Boat Club Business
Topic: Club Financial Statements for 2012
Replies: 7
Views: 6080

Re: Club Financial Statements for 2012

Richard;

Thank you for posting and for taking the time to even look over the documents.

Most will never look but the Club will always be open to scrutiny in the future.

Best and sign up just one additional member in 2014, in addition to renewing yourself :D
by Don Ayers
Mon Nov 11, 2013 6:38 pm
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: 1961 seaskiff 42foot custom
Replies: 1
Views: 1798

Re: 1961 seaskiff 42foot custom

I would guess that any cruiser of that size is rare these days. Neat boat!! Congrats

PS. Did you look in our archive?
by Don Ayers
Wed Nov 06, 2013 8:46 am
Forum: From the Club
Topic: The Brass Bell, Issue 4 2013
Replies: 45
Views: 41564

The Brass Bell, Issue 4 2013

All, The final issue of 2013 will be completed this week and will be off to the printer. It will be another stunning issue!!! If your membership expires before the mailing date then you will miss it. Check your membership now so you don't miss out. All the best during this Holiday Season Regards Don...
by Don Ayers
Mon Oct 28, 2013 10:00 am
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: V-belts for CC 283 Gen/water pump
Replies: 8
Views: 3965

Re: V-belts for CC 283 Gen/water pump

Don't have the belts to take it.

Who has the actual belt part numbers???

Thanks
by Don Ayers
Mon Oct 28, 2013 9:15 am
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: V-belts for CC 283 Gen/water pump
Replies: 8
Views: 3965

V-belts for CC 283 Gen/water pump

Hello,
does anybody know the part number for the two v-belts that drive the generator and the water pump?

CC 283 like picture
by Don Ayers
Wed Sep 25, 2013 12:42 pm
Forum: From the Club
Topic: The Brass Bell, Volume XL, Number 3!!!
Replies: 25
Views: 23937

Re: The Brass Bell, Volume XL, Number 3!!!

Denis D wrote:Got it yesterday in NJ. By the way, what is a "Mangling Editor" ? Just wondrin.
It's not a typo. Baldwin loves to refer to himself as that.
by Don Ayers
Sun Sep 22, 2013 10:36 am
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Chris Craft restoration in Kansas City
Replies: 11
Views: 6560

Re: Chris Craft restoration in Kansas City

You should go to the Riva section and read my Ariston Restoration Journal. There you will find some helpful information about picking a shop. Beware of those that tell you old frames and oil soaked keels etc can be saved. Or those that lure you in with low price and then nickel and dime you to repla...
by Don Ayers
Thu Sep 19, 2013 1:43 pm
Forum: From the Club
Topic: The Brass Bell, Volume XL, Number 3!!!
Replies: 25
Views: 23937

Re: The Brass Bell, Volume XL, Number 3!!!

Got mine in OKC, OK on Tues!
by Don Ayers
Tue Sep 17, 2013 11:48 am
Forum: Cockpit and Cabin Interiors
Topic: Alternate Flooring
Replies: 13
Views: 6599

Re: Alternate Flooring

Pete;

You giving up on that RAybelle so soon!!! :P

Keep after it. I realize you need something now but hang tough on getting some made.

Best
by Don Ayers
Sun Sep 15, 2013 4:26 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Looking for an MBL
Replies: 8
Views: 3606

Re: Looking for an MBL

OK Steve: The "M" series of CC straight-six engines were introduced in the later half of the 1930's and continued in production in various forms into the very early 1960's. Through the years there were a number of variations of models with the same JXD (base) block. Similar size of sorts. Obviously ...
by Don Ayers
Sat Sep 14, 2013 2:23 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Looking for an MBL
Replies: 8
Views: 3606

Re: Looking for an MBL

Still looking for that MBL....

Please keep a look out!
by Don Ayers
Sat Sep 14, 2013 2:22 pm
Forum: From the Club
Topic: The Brass Bell, Volume XL, Number 3!!!
Replies: 25
Views: 23937

The Brass Bell, Volume XL, Number 3!!!

Folks should start getting their Issue 3 Bells anytime.
Chime in when you get it and where you are.
thanks
by Don Ayers
Tue Sep 10, 2013 5:07 pm
Forum: Fiberglass - Engines & Powertrain
Topic: 1969 COMMANDER SS wins BEST OF SHOW at Buffalo Launch Club !
Replies: 7
Views: 10771

Re: Fiberglass wins BEST OF SHOW at Buffalo Launch

Fantastic report Paul. Thanks for posting.

Great to see the dedication to a classic glass CC.

the XK is a much admired design
by Don Ayers
Mon Sep 09, 2013 7:18 am
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Looking for an MBL
Replies: 8
Views: 3606

Re: Looking for an MBL

I did talk with Ted. He only had some bits and pieces at the moment.

Please keep an ear out for me everyone.

Thanks
by Don Ayers
Sun Sep 08, 2013 3:16 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Looking for an MBL
Replies: 8
Views: 3606

Looking for an MBL

Gang;

I'm helping a friend look for a correct "date coded" 1955 MBL.

Can be already done or a good core.

Staib...anyone know of source

Thanks

Don :D
by Don Ayers
Sun Sep 08, 2013 1:26 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Green Bottom Paint
Replies: 14
Views: 6561

Re: Green Bottom Paint

Kirby paint company is another excellent paint.
by Don Ayers
Wed Sep 04, 2013 7:17 am
Forum: How to Use Boat Buzz
Topic: Just bought a 1962 Holiday
Replies: 15
Views: 7790

Re: Just bought a 1962 Holiday

Where are you located Ken?

congrats on the Holiday

Post some pics of that interior. Want to see if that is original.

Here is what original looks like.