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by kleiner
Sat Aug 01, 2015 9:22 pm
Forum: Hardware & Rigging
Topic: Brass Transom Trim
Replies: 5
Views: 3530

Re: Brass Transom Trim

You should re-use the pieces you have. Strip the paint, polish, and re-install. If it were me, I'd get these pieces re-chromed.
by kleiner
Thu May 07, 2015 9:00 pm
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: Classic Boating Scene on Lake Norman NC?
Replies: 2
Views: 2775

Re: Classic Boating Scene on Lake Norman NC?

Inquire of the Blue Ridge Chapter of the ACBS. They also host an antique and classic boat show on Lake Norman every September.

http://blueridgechapter.com

- Kevin
by kleiner
Sat Feb 28, 2015 7:59 pm
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: temperature gauge removal U22
Replies: 3
Views: 3188

Re: temperature gauge removal U22

That's a sealed copper capillary tube to the temp gauge. You do not want to kink or break it. Remove the gauge and attached capillary tube together.

- Kevin
by kleiner
Thu Dec 04, 2014 8:55 pm
Forum: Sea Skiff Division Enthusiast Group
Topic: 18 Sea skiff 1956 component color schemes
Replies: 3
Views: 6899

Re: 18 Sea skiff 1956 component color schemes

I don't know what is correct, but I painted my steering column semi-gloss black and it looks good. The side storage seats have mahogany lids, but the sides and front are plywood. Mine were painted, and when I made new ones I painted them also.
by kleiner
Sun Oct 26, 2014 6:09 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Bubbles bubbles bubbles
Replies: 24
Views: 12045

Re: Bubbles bubbles bubbles

Maybe it's dust and not bubbles at all.

- Kevin
by kleiner
Wed Sep 17, 2014 7:00 pm
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: Fuel Gauge Accuracy and Safety
Replies: 1
Views: 2333

Re: Fuel Gauge Accuracy and Safety

Sounds worrisome. As an aside, if you have a cylindrical fuel tank, it is only possible to get accurate readings at full, half, and empty using a sender and gauge. On the other hand, you can conduct some volume calculations and make a fuel dip stick that provides accurate readings at any level.
by kleiner
Sat Sep 06, 2014 5:24 pm
Forum: How to Use Boat Buzz
Topic: 5200 bottom
Replies: 8
Views: 4367

Re: 5200 bottom

That approach doesn't really make a lot of sense given the amount of labor and the expense of all other materials. I would either repair the bottom the original way to keep as many original planks as possible (which allows for easier future repairs, which you or the next owner will be doing if you g...
by kleiner
Sat Apr 05, 2014 5:35 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Transom Cracks
Replies: 42
Views: 14790

Re: Transom Cracks

That looks great, Jim! Very nice work.

- Kevin
by kleiner
Mon Mar 24, 2014 7:23 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Transom Cracks
Replies: 42
Views: 14790

Re: Transom Cracks

Thanks for the clarification Jim G - those are good tips for coloring thickened epoxy. Jim Bell, the small dutchmen repaired splits on either side of the exhaust pipe and fuel vent line holes, so these are normal clamps that are just inserted through these holes. The large dutchman was glued and scr...
by kleiner
Sun Mar 23, 2014 7:39 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Transom Cracks
Replies: 42
Views: 14790

Re: Transom Cracks

I repaired splits in my Sea Skiff transom with dutchmen and epoxy. I routed half the depth of the transom panel. If you go this route, I would suggest wood flour (sifted sanding dust) as a better filler to thicken epoxy for gluing than graphite - it also matches much better if you have small defects...
by kleiner
Tue Mar 11, 2014 6:40 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: sealing new planks on lapstrake
Replies: 11
Views: 6437

Re: sealing new planks on lapstrake

5200 with plywood planks. Plywood won't swell and take up like solid wood planks, so you need this to seal the seams. It also adds a lot of strength.
by kleiner
Wed Nov 13, 2013 7:36 pm
Forum: Sea Skiff Division Enthusiast Group
Topic: Suzi II Making a Wake After 16 Years Dry.
Replies: 1
Views: 1854

Re: Suzi II Making a Wake After 16 Years Dry.

Beautiful!! Congratulations!

- Kevin
by kleiner
Mon Nov 11, 2013 10:51 pm
Forum: Sea Skiff Division Enthusiast Group
Topic: excited about the chris craft 42 1961
Replies: 2
Views: 2289

Re: excited about the chris craft 42 1961

That is a big project, but excitement and passion, along with vision and determination, will see you through. We would love to see it, so post pictures when you can.

- Kevin
by kleiner
Tue Nov 05, 2013 7:38 pm
Forum: Research Related
Topic: Was ther ever a hybrid model Chris Craft ?
Replies: 6
Views: 4209

Re: Was ther ever a hybrid model Chris Craft ?

The Century Sabre had a wood hull with a fiberglass deck.
by kleiner
Wed Oct 16, 2013 9:02 pm
Forum: On the Hard
Topic: Trailer detail - at what height to support the cut water
Replies: 24
Views: 13545

Re: Trailer detail - at what height to support the cut water

That description is better than a picture - thanks!
by kleiner
Wed Oct 16, 2013 6:59 pm
Forum: On the Hard
Topic: Trailer detail - at what height to support the cut water
Replies: 24
Views: 13545

Re: Trailer detail - at what height to support the cut water

57 Skiff,

Can you post a picture of your bridle and where it wraps around the transom? How do you keep the bridle from slipping and keep it where you want it? How do you protect the varnished transom during retrieval?

- Kevin
by kleiner
Sun Sep 29, 2013 6:09 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Staining Technique
Replies: 20
Views: 9529

Re: Staining Technique

I don't know exactly, but 400 grit might burnish the wood, depending how hard you sanded, which could affect staining (resulting in lighter areas). I go up to 150, hand sanding with the grain, and it is ready for staining.

- Kevin
by kleiner
Thu Jul 25, 2013 9:59 pm
Forum: Hardware & Rigging
Topic: Side rail nails 1960 20 foot Sea Skiff
Replies: 8
Views: 4292

Re: Side rail nails 1960 20 foot Sea Skiff

The decks and rail caps on my 1958 Sea Skiff Open 18 were glued with resorcinol and nailed. This was definitely original construction. On my rebuild, I used screws and bungs.

- Kevin
by kleiner
Tue Apr 09, 2013 8:53 pm
Forum: From the Club
Topic: New Boat Buzz
Replies: 21
Views: 26082

Re: New Boat Buzz

The login doesn't seem to work from the CCABC home page, but works if you go to Boat Buzz and then log in.
by kleiner
Wed Apr 03, 2013 10:59 am
Forum: Sea Skiff Division Enthusiast Group
Topic: Bow chocks
Replies: 3
Views: 2945

Thanks, Jim!! :D
by kleiner
Tue Apr 02, 2013 8:05 pm
Forum: Sea Skiff Division Enthusiast Group
Topic: Bow chocks
Replies: 3
Views: 2945

Bow chocks

Hi all, I am nearing the end of the long restoration of my 1958 Sea Skiff Open 18. While bow chocks are necessary from a practical perspective, does anyone know if these came installed as standard hardware? If so, what would be correct? I hate to disrupt the sweeping lines of new toe rails, but will...
by kleiner
Sun Mar 24, 2013 8:57 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Chine Scarf
Replies: 14
Views: 6624

I'm not sure I'd trust epoxy with white oak. I wouldn't trust 5200 alone either; I think it would move too much without also using mechanical fasteners.
by kleiner
Mon Mar 18, 2013 6:58 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Chine Scarf
Replies: 14
Views: 6624

It won't matter (in terms of strength) which way you do it, as long as you properly execute the joint.
by kleiner
Sun Mar 17, 2013 3:14 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Old topside matching new replacement planks
Replies: 7
Views: 3860

Hey Mike, I've got the same problem trying to match the rear deck plywood with new sapele rail caps on my Sea Skiff. The front deck looks great, but the rear is way too light. What sealer do you recommend with this approach?

Hope you and your family are well!

- Kevin
by kleiner
Tue Jan 08, 2013 5:17 am
Forum: Sea Skiff Division Enthusiast Group
Topic: Scarfing plywood
Replies: 17
Views: 8784

I recently reframed my Sea Skiff and replaced a number of bottom planks. You may find this discussion thread on the Danenberg Boatworks Forum useful. I scarfed full-length replacement planks with epoxy, and repaired several plank sections with butt blocks and 5200. 5200 was used in all plank laps. h...
by kleiner
Mon Jan 07, 2013 7:51 pm
Forum: Sea Skiff Division Enthusiast Group
Topic: Scarfing plywood
Replies: 17
Views: 8784

I disagree strongly. You don't want any "give" in a scarf joint. Epoxy is the only way to go for a scarf joint in plywood. Use 5200 in the lap between adjoining planks. Use a minimum 8:1 slope in the scarf joint, pre-wet both ends with unthickened epoxy, then batter on epoxy thickened with wood flou...
by kleiner
Wed Jun 06, 2012 9:37 pm
Forum: Chris-Craft Antique Boat Club Business
Topic: Fall 2011 Brass Bell
Replies: 32
Views: 14329

That is quite a different story than we had previously been told by members of the Board of Directors in the CCABC Business section.
by kleiner
Wed Apr 04, 2012 12:17 am
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Plywood advice
Replies: 16
Views: 8246

Scarf your 4x8 sheets to get a single panel 4'x whatever length you need. A scarf joint is fast, simple, and if done correctly, as strong as the rest of the panel. Use a minimum of 1:8 slope (e.g., a 2" long scarf joint in a 1/4" thick panel), but 1:12 is better. Wet both faying surfaces with unthic...
by kleiner
Wed Aug 17, 2011 8:40 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Bending plywood for hardtop
Replies: 8
Views: 4496

I am not sure I see what the problem would be. Plywood bends easily enough to gentle curves like that. It won't, however, bend in two directions at once (i.e., compound curve - bending both athwartships and fore-and-aft). If it only bends in one direction, you should be able to work it in place with...