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by wnoll
Sat Oct 04, 2014 10:57 am
Forum: On the Hard
Topic: Shoring For Big Sea Skiff
Replies: 13
Views: 11752

Re: Shoring For Big Sea Skiff

I never posted any pictures of her on the hard. So here are a few pictures. 2012_02190012.JPG 2012_02190002.JPG 2012_02190014.JPG 2012_02190021.JPG Sad part is it has been a couple years before I've been able to get started. :cry: Spent 18 months out of state. Back now and working to move to a garag...
by wnoll
Wed Oct 19, 2011 9:33 pm
Forum: On the Hard
Topic: Shoring For Big Sea Skiff
Replies: 13
Views: 11752

Thanks Jim, I've got the support under the keel essentially where you are talking about. The outside stands are essentially where you are talking and only to steady as the support is on the keel. I most likely went a little over on the keel stand, but figure having a few extra doesn't hurt when you ...
by wnoll
Tue Oct 18, 2011 5:35 pm
Forum: On the Hard
Topic: Shoring For Big Sea Skiff
Replies: 13
Views: 11752

How to level?

She is finally on the hard to start the process of inspection, repair, update, and etc. All seems to be good, BUT... What should be level or where do I measure to know that I don't have her cocked or leaning or one support to tall?? Any thoughts or suggestions? I've used all Brownell stands includin...
by wnoll
Thu Sep 01, 2011 7:41 am
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: 283 Running hot
Replies: 29
Views: 12791

Thermostat on 283F

I have twin 283F in my 35' Corinthian and they have thermostats. They are not automotive style and I'm having a heck of a time locating them and just removing doesn't improve overheating if the circulating water pump is not working. The circulating water pump is required to move the water properly t...
by wnoll
Thu Aug 04, 2011 1:09 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Bow Thruster
Replies: 4
Views: 2651

Hmmm.... I think I have a dinghy :lol:

What an increadible project you have and looking forward to following.
by wnoll
Thu Aug 04, 2011 1:03 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Gasoline getting into engine oil on 283ci chris craft engine
Replies: 8
Views: 4752

Certainly can be a number of things that can cause this and without knowing the maintenance history and etc. it would be difficult to point you to one thing. I recently had the same challenge on one of my engines on my 64 Corinthian with twin 283s. I agree with the others that you need to get it fix...
by wnoll
Tue Aug 02, 2011 7:10 am
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Bow Thruster
Replies: 4
Views: 2651

I'm interested as well

I certainly would be interested in ideas on this as well since I'm getting ready for a complete update to mine. The thruster certainly would be handy at times. Mine is a 1965 Sea Skiff Corinthian 35'. It is lapstrake with twin 283s. Probably good suggestions as to which ones work well and an idea of...
by wnoll
Mon Aug 01, 2011 2:45 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Carburator advice.
Replies: 5
Views: 2946

Be sure you need to rebuild or replace.

Often we all rebuild or replace when what is really needed is a good tune up and proper timing and good fuel. The replacement choice is a good one, but if you are up to it and want to give it a shot, I'd be glad to send you pictures and all that I found rebuilding mine recently. The biggest issue I ...
by wnoll
Thu Jul 21, 2011 12:12 pm
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: sound reduction
Replies: 4
Views: 2700

Certainly not original, but a possible aftermarket

I have found a few solutions, but haven't decided on a specific one as of yet (just starting the restoration). Hushmat is an excellent product for noise and temperature but is a stickon type mostly for automotive. Here is another at Acoustical Source . Marine Soundproofing also carries the same http...
by wnoll
Thu Jul 21, 2011 10:15 am
Forum: Ask Hagerty
Topic: Insurance while restoring?
Replies: 4
Views: 9002

Insurance while restoring?

What is the best approach for insurance protection of my 1964 SeaSkiff Corinthian 35' while I'm restoring her? It will be a minimum of two years to restore. It will be accomplished at a location that I am renting to perform the work.
by wnoll
Wed Jul 20, 2011 2:21 pm
Forum: On the Hard
Topic: Shoring For Big Sea Skiff
Replies: 13
Views: 11752

Cradle dimensions

Reviewing some docs I had purchased I came across the cradle dimensions. It shows only using two keep supports for the 1964 35' Sea Hawk and three on the 1962 34' Custom Corinthian. Not for sure if I totally understand the placement of the cradle (still new to this old wood boat). The doc is availab...
by wnoll
Tue Jul 19, 2011 12:49 pm
Forum: On the Hard
Topic: Shoring For Big Sea Skiff
Replies: 13
Views: 11752

How did the jacks work?

I also have a 35' Corinthian (1965). Bought last year and we are preparing to take out this fall to start to restore. Pretty new to this wood boat journey. Did you use the jack stands? How did they work? Any pictures? What is the best way to store my old boat for about 2 years to restore? It is goin...
by wnoll
Tue Jun 28, 2011 10:29 pm
Forum: Sea Skiff Division Enthusiast Group
Topic: Big Skiffs
Replies: 9
Views: 7213

64 35' Corinthian

We've got a 64 35' Corinthian. Haven't even had Josephine for a year yet. Beyond cleaning and minor repairs to larger projects. She sits at Lake of the Ozarks in Missouri. Having so much fun that it is probably going to be another year before we take her out for a major face lift. :D Here is the gra...
by wnoll
Mon Nov 15, 2010 2:46 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Bilge Pump Placement and Stringer Holes
Replies: 13
Views: 4634

I'm sure glad I asked before starting to cut. After calculating some catastrophic events that could happen to hoses, valves, and etc. thought the extra few bucks for the larger pump was good piece of mind. I pretty sure I'm going to run the hose up through the floor and through the wall of the head ...
by wnoll
Thu Nov 11, 2010 10:01 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Bilge Pump Placement and Stringer Holes
Replies: 13
Views: 4634

Bilge Pump Placement and Stringer Holes

I'm updating my 35' 1964 Sea Skiff Corinthian. It had only a very small bilge pump and the float went bad. I've replaced with a better quality but still small pump for the everyday cycles. I'm putting in a secondary pump that is much larger (3700 gph) as well. My challenge is the placement of the di...
by wnoll
Wed Oct 13, 2010 7:20 pm
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: Brass Bell - Wow!
Replies: 29
Views: 11639

I'm still waiting for my first one. I joined this summer when we bought our 64 Sea Skiff. Looking forward to getting an issue.

Who do you contact to make sure one is coming?
by wnoll
Wed Oct 13, 2010 7:12 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: 283 timing
Replies: 13
Views: 10871

Not for sure if you are still interested, but I have a pdf of the Engine Operators Manual for 283F and 327F for 1964. I created the scan from my original that came with the boat when I bought her a few months ago. Send me an email or note I'll be glad to send the pdf to you. Under timing this is wha...
by wnoll
Mon Oct 11, 2010 8:15 am
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: Before and After
Replies: 5
Views: 2909

WOW!! Thanks for sharing. All of those new guys like me, have hope :D
by wnoll
Thu Sep 23, 2010 3:16 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: fuel pump-electric vs. mechanical
Replies: 7
Views: 3982

I have 283F engines. Thought about just getting a rebuilt one and changing back to see where I am to make sure.

Thanks for the tip!! :D
by wnoll
Wed Sep 22, 2010 8:33 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: fuel pump-electric vs. mechanical
Replies: 7
Views: 3982

Thanks!! I just got our boat and the starboard engine has an electric pump. Now I know what to look for to make sure it was installed correctly. Supposedly it is there because the lobe on the cam shaft is too worn for the mechanical to work. That is very rare from my experience with engines but does...
by wnoll
Wed Sep 22, 2010 8:29 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Engine Fuel Filtration
Replies: 3
Views: 2490

I'd like to do an upgrade and add filter/seperators on mine as well. Did you make a decision or get any advice?
by wnoll
Wed Sep 22, 2010 8:13 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Crusing RPM
Replies: 16
Views: 6602

I've only had the 1964 35' Sea Skiff Corinthian for about a month so speed and such is difficult to say. I can tell you that I have to get it up to 3000 rpm or so to get on plane. Still getting used to her. But, since trim tabs were brought up. I've put that on my list as upgrads in the near future....
by wnoll
Wed Sep 22, 2010 5:31 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Tempo CC Blue Engine paint replacement
Replies: 6
Views: 4865

I recently purchased some engine paint from a vendor. It was the Moeller Color Vision Paint. Here is the link http://www.moellermarine.com/aftermarket/marine_paints/color_vision/ . When I used it was a different color than the engine. The engine was more turquoise previously. Does anyone know if thi...
by wnoll
Wed Sep 22, 2010 5:19 pm
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: CC Cruiser vs Business?
Replies: 1
Views: 1716

John,

As another newbie, sorry to hear. Good luck!!
by wnoll
Wed Sep 22, 2010 4:42 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: 283 Carter AFB fuel jet
Replies: 5
Views: 4301

Carter 3660S C3 Carburetor pics

Here is a picture of the Carter Carburetor 3660S C3 carburetor with an arrow pointing at the check ball and spring assembly. http://s1.postimage.org/NnC19.jpg Here is a picture of the check ball and assembly (also called check valve, Accelerator pump plunger well check valve, and other names) top an...
by wnoll
Wed Sep 22, 2010 4:03 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: 283 Carter AFB fuel jet
Replies: 5
Views: 4301

Oh, should have explained better. I don't want to change the jets. When I opened up the carburetor it was obvious I wasn't the first to be inside (to be expected). Wanting to be thourough and not tons of experience in rebuilding carbs I removed (or attempted) the jets. Two of the jets were screw slo...
by wnoll
Wed Sep 22, 2010 1:38 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: 283 Carter AFB fuel jet
Replies: 5
Views: 4301

Carburetor number

Thanks for the suggestion. Seems very few have information on this specicific carburetor. I've posted a picture of the carburetor number. I left the jets in as they were and all is good. As I find better or new information I will post. As a couple of places for parts to the Carter AFB I suggest a fe...
by wnoll
Wed Sep 08, 2010 3:47 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: 283 Carter AFB fuel jet
Replies: 5
Views: 4301

283 Carter AFB fuel jet

I have a 1964 Chris Craft Sea Skiff with twin 283s and Carter AFB 3660 C3 carbs. Can anyone tell me what size jets came with in the carburetors originally? I believe the original are in it but hard to tell, I'm not the first in the carburetor. The secondary jet has the part number of 120-176 on it w...
by wnoll
Mon Aug 30, 2010 4:31 pm
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: Swim Platform 1964 Sea Skiff 35'
Replies: 4
Views: 2948

Swim Platform 1964 Sea Skiff 35'

Hello from a newbie. Just started on my project, a 1964 Chris Craft Sea Skiff 35' Corinthian. Solid old boat with great lines. Mostly needs some TLC and depending on how far I go with her, some bucks I would imagine as well. :D Anyways, I'm not necesarily looking to do a restore to original but an u...