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by gallagh59
Wed Jun 08, 2022 10:34 am
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Oil Filter
Replies: 2
Views: 1449

Re: Oil Filter

Thanks Jim! I have indeed purchased the spin-on conversion kit for the oil filter. The engineer in me needs to know why the original filter won't work!!!! I agree, the spin on will be less messy!!!!
by gallagh59
Tue Jun 07, 2022 6:25 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Oil Filter
Replies: 2
Views: 1449

Oil Filter

I'm closing in on the completion of my 40-year restoration for 1959 CC Continental 283 cu. in. I've been unsuccessfully trying to install the cartridge oil filter with canister. I cannot get the 9-3/4" bolt to engage the threads inside the engine. It appears that my "original" bolt may be about 1/4"...
by gallagh59
Tue Jun 07, 2022 6:11 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Water Pump Gasket
Replies: 2
Views: 3148

Re: Water Pump Gasket

Thank you Ron!!!
by gallagh59
Sat Nov 27, 2021 3:04 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Water Pump Gasket
Replies: 2
Views: 3148

Water Pump Gasket

Engine: 283cu.in. flywheel forward 185hp.......... Is there suppose to be a "GASKET" between the water pump and the generator? Just removed my pump and it looks like there might have been one on there at one time.... Thanks
by gallagh59
Wed Oct 06, 2021 12:33 pm
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: Ammeter Wiring
Replies: 2
Views: 4508

Re: Ammeter Wiring

Thank you "Rocket Man" very beneficial!!!!!
by gallagh59
Tue Oct 05, 2021 5:50 pm
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: Ammeter Wiring
Replies: 2
Views: 4508

Ammeter Wiring

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Can anyone help me identify the two poles on the rear of this ammeter? 1959 Chris Craft Continental with original 283 V8 engine. No markings on the rear of the ammeter. Any help is appreciated.
by gallagh59
Tue Sep 07, 2021 3:22 pm
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: Horn wiring - '59 Continental
Replies: 3
Views: 4585

Re: Horn wiring - '59 Continental

Thank you gentlemen; found the hole in the steering box!!!
by gallagh59
Wed Sep 01, 2021 1:50 pm
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: Rule bilge pump wiring
Replies: 4
Views: 5133

Re: Rule bilge pump wiring

Thank you for all your advice. Finally got the pump working. Bad information received from the supplier.
by gallagh59
Wed May 12, 2021 5:49 pm
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: Rule bilge pump wiring
Replies: 4
Views: 5133

Rule bilge pump wiring

I'm pulling out my hair trying to wire this Rule-Mate 800 GPM Automatic bilge pump. I'm using a Cole-Hersee (Littlefuse) push-pull switch with three positions (part # 831); Off/On/Automatic. The switch has three connectors (screw) on the back and has four letters; A, B, R, and H. The three wires com...
by gallagh59
Fri Jan 15, 2021 2:31 pm
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: Horn wiring - '59 Continental
Replies: 3
Views: 4585

Horn wiring - '59 Continental

1959 Chris-Craft Continental; 18' - There is a wire that runs from the horn relay up to the horn assembly below the horn ring. Does this wire run up through the steering column? There is an eyelet under the horn ring where it attaches. I can't remember if the wire runs outside the steering column or...
by gallagh59
Sun Aug 30, 2020 8:19 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Fuel Lines
Replies: 2
Views: 1707

Re: Fuel Lines

Thank you Mark!
by gallagh59
Fri Aug 28, 2020 4:22 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Fuel Lines
Replies: 2
Views: 1707

Fuel Lines

As I prepare to install the fuel lines in my '59 Continental I'm confused! I've read through all the information on Boat Buzz regarding fuel lines and have decided upon 5/16" copper lines using DOT approved compression fittings! As I read further into the blog, many members say that DOT fittings are...
by gallagh59
Mon Jul 20, 2020 3:17 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Fuel Line
Replies: 1
Views: 1444

Fuel Line

Is there a benefit to copper plated fuel lines over copper-nickel fuel lines??? Are they one in the same???
by gallagh59
Sun Aug 25, 2019 2:07 pm
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: WIRING; 1959 CONTINENTAL 18'6"
Replies: 1
Views: 4578

WIRING; 1959 CONTINENTAL 18'6"

Can anyone tell me what this is? What is it's purpose? Where can I get a new one? Where does it mount in the '59 Continental?[buss.jpg] Thank you!
by gallagh59
Fri Apr 12, 2019 1:45 pm
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: ELECTRIC CHOKE FOR ROCHESTER QJET
Replies: 3
Views: 4183

Re: ELECTRIC CHOKE FOR ROCHESTER QJET

Thank You!!
by gallagh59
Thu Apr 11, 2019 11:55 am
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: ELECTRIC CHOKE FOR ROCHESTER QJET
Replies: 3
Views: 4183

ELECTRIC CHOKE FOR ROCHESTER QJET

I've given up on the heat-choke on my '59 Continental 283 cu. in. with Rochester Quadrajet. Can anyone recommend the correct electric choke for this configuration? Thanks!!!
by gallagh59
Tue Jan 15, 2019 5:24 pm
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: zincs
Replies: 1
Views: 1824

zincs

Do the old Chris Craft boats require a zinc??? Anode??? If not, why not???? Sorry, didn't pass Chemistry 101.
by gallagh59
Fri Nov 16, 2018 12:05 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Propeller
Replies: 4
Views: 2871

Propeller

My '59 18' Continental calls for a 12x16x1 prop (wheel #670). I purchased the boat with a NiBral 1067 12X14x1 with cupped edge. Should I go back to the original or will the NiBral 1067 fit the bill??? All original 283 cu. in. power. Recommendations???? Thanks!
by gallagh59
Thu Oct 04, 2018 1:22 pm
Forum: Hardware & Rigging
Topic: Fuel Tank thread sealer
Replies: 2
Views: 3429

Re: Fuel Tank thread sealer

I used EZ TURN FUEL RESISTANT LUBRICANT. USED BY MILITARY ON AIRCRAFT
by gallagh59
Thu Oct 04, 2018 1:15 pm
Forum: Hardware & Rigging
Topic: Fuel Pipe sealant
Replies: 2
Views: 3146

Re: Fuel Pipe sealant

George; My '59 CC Continental has a plastic seal between the gas tank filler neck nut and the gas tank. Check with Classic Boat Connection, they may have one. Also, try "EZ TURN fuel resistant Lubricant." A friend of mine uses this lubricant/sealant on his Piper Archer airplane wherever gas fittings...
by gallagh59
Thu Sep 13, 2018 4:44 pm
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: HULL CARD - BILGE PUMP
Replies: 1
Views: 2391

HULL CARD - BILGE PUMP

The hull card for my 1959 Continental 18' indicates it came with a PAC-HAND (could be PAR-HAND) bilge pump. Is this a hand pump? Was there an electric bilge pump in the '59's? I purchased my boat in 1984 and it had a bilge discharge but no bilge pump??? Any thoughts??? Thanks
by gallagh59
Sun Sep 09, 2018 12:33 pm
Forum: Hardware & Rigging
Topic: REAR DECK VENTS
Replies: 19
Views: 10207

Re: REAR DECK VENTS

WOW!! Didn't know this was going to generate such excitement!!!! OK, thanks for the replies! I'm going with the horizontal bow vent facing forward; two rear deck vents facing forward (as in the brochure); and the two side vents facing aft. I may change them depending on the month and date!!!! Thanks!
by gallagh59
Fri Aug 31, 2018 9:31 am
Forum: Hardware & Rigging
Topic: REAR DECK VENTS
Replies: 19
Views: 10207

Re: REAR DECK VENTS

The vents are on the rear deck on the port and starboard side. Vents are original with the boat; 1959 CC Continental. They cover a 3" diameter hole that vents out of (or into) the gas tank area of the boat. Vents are located on the horizontal surface. You will notice that this particular picture sho...
by gallagh59
Thu Aug 30, 2018 1:28 pm
Forum: Hardware & Rigging
Topic: REAR DECK VENTS
Replies: 19
Views: 10207

REAR DECK VENTS

The brochure (copy) of the 1959/1960 CC Continental 18' receive from the Mariners Museum shows the deck vents (opening) facing the front of the boat. I've seen 50% of the Continentals with the deck vent opening facing aft. My thinking is that the bow vent takes in the fresh air and it exits out the ...
by gallagh59
Tue Aug 28, 2018 12:25 pm
Forum: Hardware & Rigging
Topic: Rudder
Replies: 3
Views: 2758

Re: Rudder

Thank you! BoatLife it is!!!!
by gallagh59
Thu Aug 23, 2018 1:08 pm
Forum: Hardware & Rigging
Topic: Rudder
Replies: 3
Views: 2758

Rudder

I'm ready to reinstall the entire rudder assembly on my '59 CC Continental 18'. I'm aware of the sealing in the packing nut on the rudder itself. What material do you recommend I use to seal around the two carriage bolts that hold the rudder shaft log?
by gallagh59
Fri Aug 17, 2018 1:41 pm
Forum: Hardware & Rigging
Topic: Water Pick Up Scoop
Replies: 2
Views: 2841

Re: Water Pick Up Scoop

Affirmative on the double clamp!!!! Thanks Bill!
by gallagh59
Thu Aug 16, 2018 9:30 am
Forum: Hardware & Rigging
Topic: Water Pick Up Scoop
Replies: 2
Views: 2841

Water Pick Up Scoop

Several of the veins on my original water pick up scoop are missing or damaged. (1959 Continental 18') I purchased what I thought was an identical scoop; Groco STH-1000-W 1" NPS inside diameter. The scoop looks identical to the original scoop however when I try to attach the fitting that goes to the...
by gallagh59
Mon Aug 13, 2018 3:15 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Stove Bolt; Automatic Choke Heater
Replies: 2
Views: 2206

Re: Stove Bolt; Automatic Choke Heater

Thank you Matt!
by gallagh59
Thu Aug 09, 2018 8:00 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Stove Bolt; Automatic Choke Heater
Replies: 2
Views: 2206

Stove Bolt; Automatic Choke Heater

Does anyone know where I can get one of these Stove bolts??? 283 cu. in., 185hp. Goes into the intake manifold to heat the choke on the carburetor.
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