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by Bill John
Sun Dec 09, 2012 1:09 pm
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: The Florida CRA Winter Vintage Circuit !!!
Replies: 0
Views: 2909

The Florida CRA Winter Vintage Circuit !!!

The Classic Raceboat Association (CRA) is a Tavares, Florida based organization, recognized by the IRS as a "social club" that was formed to organize, promote and run both fun-runs and vintage regattas on our Florida CRA Winter Vintage Circuit. These are vintage and classic race boats from the early...
by Bill John
Thu Sep 13, 2012 9:50 am
Forum: Finishing
Topic: 1930 Chris Craft - 26 Foot Upswept Triple Cockpit
Replies: 3
Views: 3457

1930 Chris Craft - 26 Foot Upswept Triple Cockpit

After all the hardware was removed, we spent a week of sanding therapy on the deck and hull sides, getting the hull surface very smooth and preparing for the first build coat of varnish. We started with 320 grit paper followed by ScotchBrite Pads. We then applied four thick coats of amber tinted Epi...
by Bill John
Thu Jul 26, 2012 10:15 am
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: 39th Annual Lake Winnipesaukee ACBS Boat Show
Replies: 0
Views: 2107

39th Annual Lake Winnipesaukee ACBS Boat Show

Boat count is now well over 70 beautiful antique & classic boats for our boat show this weekend, and we still have room for more !!! Here is the link: http://www.necacbs.org/MeredithBoatShow.htm Bill John - Boat Show Chairman Vintage Race Boat Shop 603-569-5824 (Shop Phone) http://www.vintageraceboa...
by Bill John
Fri Mar 02, 2012 9:29 am
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: Tavares & Clayton Updates.......
Replies: 2
Views: 3234

Tavares & Clayton Updates.......

Just updated the details and the entry list for the - Tavares Spring Thunder Regatta !!! http://www.classicraceboatassoc.com/TavaresSpringThunderRegatta-2012.html Also just updated details and the registration form - Clayton Antique Race Boat Regatta !!! http://www.vintageraceboatshop.com/Clayton201...
by Bill John
Mon Feb 13, 2012 7:57 am
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: Lake Winnipesaukee ACBS Boat Show - July 28, 2012
Replies: 0
Views: 2166

Lake Winnipesaukee ACBS Boat Show - July 28, 2012

Our 39th annual Antique & Classic Boat Show at the Meredith public docks is a huge gathering of beautiful antique and classic wooden boats, with large crowds and over 80 vintage wooden boats on display all day in a judged competition. This is quite a sight to behold, and for a special treat get to t...
by Bill John
Tue Jan 31, 2012 7:01 am
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: Clayton Antique Race Boat Regatta !!!
Replies: 0
Views: 2201

Clayton Antique Race Boat Regatta !!!

Dave Richardson invites you to the beautiful Thousand Islands in Clayton, NY for the 20th anniversary of their Antique Race Boat Regatta. The first and still the largest event on the vintage race boat circuit, this is a huge gathering, come join all the fun !!! Here is the link - the 2012 registrati...
by Bill John
Fri Jan 20, 2012 5:37 am
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: Tavares Spring Thunder Regatta & Boat Show !!!
Replies: 0
Views: 3088

Tavares Spring Thunder Regatta & Boat Show !!!

Time to register for the Tavares Regatta and the Tavares Boat Show Here is the link for the CRA Spring Thunder Regatta: http://www.classicraceboatassoc.com/TavaresSpringThunderRegatta-2012.html Here is the link for the ACBS Boat Show: http://www.acbs-sunnyland.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=c...
by Bill John
Fri Dec 16, 2011 6:38 am
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: Vintage Race Boat Shop Newsletter
Replies: 0
Views: 3110

Vintage Race Boat Shop Newsletter

Winter is almost here in beautiful Wolfeboro and we are looking forward to a very snowy and scenic Currier & Ives Christmas season. The Fall foliage is long gone, the temps are now in the 30's and we are still waiting for our first big snow storm. But the ski resorts are making tons of snow and our ...
by Bill John
Fri Oct 07, 2011 6:22 pm
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: Vintage Race Boat Shop Newsletter !!!
Replies: 0
Views: 2721

Vintage Race Boat Shop Newsletter !!!

Good afternoon Gang, Our awesome summer season has passed and we are now enjoying a very warm, sunny and picturesque fall season here in beautiful Wolfeboro. We had a busy summer promoting, supporting and participating at events on the Vintage Circuit. Lots of fun, and we have also been busy updatin...
by Bill John
Fri Sep 30, 2011 4:19 am
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: Vintage Race Boats - at Roar & Soar !!!
Replies: 0
Views: 2127

Vintage Race Boats - at Roar & Soar !!!

The Classic Raceboat Association (CRA) is a Florida based organization that was formed to facilitate the exhibition of classic race boats of all types from the early 1900’s to the 1980’s. All classic race boats are welcomed, and during the winter months when the APBA summer vintage circuit is in hib...
by Bill John
Fri Sep 09, 2011 9:40 am
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: Vintage Race Boat Shop Newsletter
Replies: 0
Views: 2703

Vintage Race Boat Shop Newsletter

The summer season is still in full swing here in beautiful Wolfeboro. The boats are still in the water, the lawns and trees are in full bloom, and we are enjoying another summer of fun on the vintage circuit. This is a magical time of the year as we are in constant motion preparing and participating...
by Bill John
Tue Aug 02, 2011 12:27 pm
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: 38th Annual Lake Winnipesaukee Boat Show !!!
Replies: 0
Views: 1847

38th Annual Lake Winnipesaukee Boat Show !!!

Here is the link for the award winners: http://www.necacbs.org/MeredithBoatShow-2011Awards.htm Here is the link for our Recap & Photos: http://www.necacbs.org/MeredithBoatShow-2011Photos.htm And here is the link for our Wolfeboro Vintage Race Boat Regatta http://www.vintageraceboatshop.com/Wolfeboro...
by Bill John
Fri Jul 01, 2011 11:10 am
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: Vintage Race Boat Shop Newsletter
Replies: 0
Views: 2617

Vintage Race Boat Shop Newsletter

The summer season has begun here in beautiful Wolfeboro. The winter snows are a distant memory, the temps are getting warmer and warmer, the lawns and trees are in full bloom, and we are looking forward to another summer of fun on the vintage circuit. This is a magical time of the year as we plan th...
by Bill John
Wed Jun 22, 2011 5:17 am
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: 38th Annual Lake Winnipesaukee Boat Show ???!!!
Replies: 0
Views: 2022

38th Annual Lake Winnipesaukee Boat Show ???!!!

This summer's 38th Annual Lake Winnipesaukee Antique & Classic Boat Show at the Meredith public docks will be another huge gathering of over 80 beautiful antique and classic wooden boats on display all day long in a judged competition at the docks. There will also be a large display of non-judged an...
by Bill John
Mon May 09, 2011 8:47 am
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: Our Vintage Newsletter
Replies: 0
Views: 2276

Our Vintage Newsletter

The 2011 Vintage Circuit - time to start planning & register ???!!! The spring season is in full bloom here in beautiful Wolfeboro, a time of rebirth. The snow is long gone, the temps are getting warmer, the trees have fresh buds, the grass is getting greener, and we are looking forward to another s...
by Bill John
Mon Apr 04, 2011 5:09 pm
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: Tavares photos ???!!!
Replies: 0
Views: 2222

Tavares photos ???!!!

We have a passion for all vintage boats including outboards, classic glass, inboard runabouts, skiffs, flatbottoms, hydroplanes, gold cuppers, and especially historic vintage race boats. And to follow our passion, we support and promote the following organizations and participate at their vintage ev...
by Bill John
Thu Mar 03, 2011 6:23 am
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: Wolfeboro Vintage Race Boat Regatta - Sept 14-17, 2011
Replies: 0
Views: 2298

Wolfeboro Vintage Race Boat Regatta - Sept 14-17, 2011

The past will come alive as the vintage race boats of bygone eras return to Wolfeboro, for our seventh bi-annual Wolfeboro Vintage Race Boat Regatta. Wolfeboro is now a major stop on the APBA Vintage Race Boat Circuit, and this summer's regatta expands to 4 full days, with over 60 vintage race boats...
by Bill John
Wed Mar 02, 2011 11:44 am
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: Lake Winnipesaukee Boat Show - July 30-31, 2011
Replies: 0
Views: 2048

Lake Winnipesaukee Boat Show - July 30-31, 2011

Our 38th annual Antique & Classic Boat Show at the Meredith public docks is a huge gathering of beautiful antique and classic wooden boats, with large crowds and over 80 vintage wooden boats on display all day in a judged competition. This is quite a sight to behold, and for a special treat get to t...
by Bill John
Wed Feb 09, 2011 6:56 am
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: The 2011 Vintage Circuit - time to start planning & regi
Replies: 0
Views: 2016

The 2011 Vintage Circuit - time to start planning & regi

Winter is here in beautiful Wolfeboro and we are enjoying a very snowy and very scenic Currier & Ives winter season. The temps are now well below freezing, we have been hit with several huge snow storms recently, the ski resorts are in full operation and our beloved vintage wooden boats are tucked a...
by Bill John
Thu Nov 04, 2010 7:57 am
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Stain & Varnish - how we do it ???!!!
Replies: 6
Views: 4675

Stain & Varnish - how we do it ???!!!

This Webpage is a work in progress, started as part of our Varnishing Workshop for Zeke Bly and his students as the final class of their Wooden Boat Restoration Course sponsored by our beloved NH Boat Museum. This was a hands-on session at our shop, and the photos below show us enjoying an afternoon...
by Bill John
Fri Oct 08, 2010 6:01 am
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: Annual Wolfeboro Car & Boat Rendezvous
Replies: 0
Views: 2395

Annual Wolfeboro Car & Boat Rendezvous

The annual ACBS Wolfeboro Car & Boat Rendezvous was held at the public docks and parking area in downtown Wolfeboro, NH. Sponsored by the New England Chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society, this event was a wonderful blending of pre-1970 wooden boats and automobiles. Picturesque Wolfeboro B...
by Bill John
Tue Sep 28, 2010 7:51 am
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Carburetor shims for a 3 duce setup
Replies: 3
Views: 2428

Glenwood ????

Glenwood was my first phone call - but they on back order with 30 day lead time...bummer......
by Bill John
Tue Sep 28, 2010 4:22 am
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Carburetor shims for a 3 duce setup
Replies: 3
Views: 2428

Carburetor shims for a 3 duce setup

Can anyone help me find a source for 12 degree carburetor shims for a 3 duce setup - 2 barrel Rochester carbs Here is the link for our project - Impulse http://www.vintageraceboatshop.com/Impulse-Part3.htm Bill John Vintage Race Boat Shop 603-569-5824 (Shop Phone) http://www.vintageraceboatshop.com ...
by Bill John
Sun Sep 19, 2010 6:16 am
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: 35th Annual ACBS Meeting & Boat Show - Bay Harbor, MI
Replies: 37
Views: 20123

35th Annual ACBS International Meeting & Boat Show

Busy posting our Recap & Photos from the 35th Annual ACBS International Meeting & Boat Show at Bay Harbor in upper Michigan. Here is the link: http://www.necacbs.org/ACBSInternationalMeeting-2010.htm Bill John Vintage Race Boat Shop 603-569-5824 (Shop Phone) http://www.vintageraceboatshop.com http:/...
by Bill John
Thu Aug 26, 2010 5:56 am
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: Wolfeboro Car & Boat Rendezvous - September 25, 2010
Replies: 0
Views: 2266

Wolfeboro Car & Boat Rendezvous - September 25, 2010

On Saturday, September 25th, the Wolfeboro Car & Boat Rendezvous will be held at the Public Docks and Parking Area in downtown Wolfeboro, NH. Sponsored by the New England Chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society, this event is a wonderful blending of pre-1970 wooden boats and automobiles. Pic...
by Bill John
Tue Aug 10, 2010 8:27 pm
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: Clayton Antique Race Boat Regatta ???!!!
Replies: 1
Views: 2454

Clayton Antique Race Boat Regatta ???!!!

After several years of hard running on the Vintage Race Boat Circuit and the constant use on beautiful Lake Winnipesaukee, our recent project Compulsion is now back in the shop for some TLC. The boat has been running very well, but it was time for a complete survey, lots of bolt tightening and of co...
by Bill John
Mon Aug 09, 2010 8:25 pm
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: Wolfeboro Car & Boat Rendezvous - September 25, 2010
Replies: 0
Views: 2070

Wolfeboro Car & Boat Rendezvous - September 25, 2010

On Saturday, September 25th, the Wolfeboro Car & Boat Rendezvous will be held at the Wolfeboro tow docks. Sponsored by the New England Chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society, this event is a wonderful blending of pre-1970 wooden boats and automobiles. Picturesque Wolfeboro, situated on Lake...
by Bill John
Wed Jul 28, 2010 7:08 am
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: 37th Winnipesaukee Boat Show - Recap & Photos ???!!!
Replies: 0
Views: 1835

37th Winnipesaukee Boat Show - Recap & Photos ???!!!

This year's 37th Annual Lake Winnipesaukee Antique & Classic Boat Show at the Meredith public docks was a huge gathering of beautiful antique and classic boats, with large crowds and over 60 vintage boats on display all day in a judged competition. This was quite a sight to behold, and for a special...
by Bill John
Tue Jul 20, 2010 7:56 am
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: 37th Annual ACBS Lake Winnipesaukee Boat Show - July 23-24
Replies: 5
Views: 4970

Lake Winnipesaukee Boat Show - a call for boats !!!

We still have room for more boats this weekend at our 37th Annual Lake Winnipesaukee Antique & Classic Boat Show. Here is the link for details: http://www.necacbs.org/MeredithBoatShow.htm Here is the link for 2010 Registered Entries: http://www.necacbs.org/MeredithBoatShow-2010.htm Bill John - Boat ...
by Bill John
Thu Jul 01, 2010 5:41 am
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: 37th Annual ACBS Lake Winnipesaukee Boat Show - July 23-24
Replies: 5
Views: 4970

37th Annual ACBS Lake Winnipesaukee Boat Show - July 23-24

Our annual Antique & Classic Boat Show at the Meredith public docks is a huge gathering of beautiful antique and classic wooden boats, with large crowds and over 80 vintage wooden boats on display all day in a judged competition. This is quite a sight to behold, and for a special treat get to the do...