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by trebot
Sun Jun 07, 2020 3:34 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Blond deck stain
Replies: 3
Views: 5317

Blond deck stain

Have '56 Continental that I'm planning to refinish deck. Has the "blond" portion on deck and gunnels. What is procedure for re-finishing that portion of deck? Is there a blond stain? Thanks
by trebot
Fri Jun 05, 2020 7:17 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Zenith 263 m carb
Replies: 1
Views: 1216

Re: Zenith 263 m carb

Solved my idling problem. I had adjusted the idle screw after engine ran for awhile, but before any load was put on motor. 1 turn out gave a nice smooth idle. Took her out today. After running for an hour or so on Lake Huron ( Gorgeous day), she would idle rough and would die when put in gear. Opene...
by trebot
Thu Jun 04, 2020 9:34 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Zenith 263 m carb
Replies: 1
Views: 1216

Zenith 263 m carb

Have idling problem on my '56 KL with a Zenith 263M carb. When motor is cold, she idles fine. Run on the lake for an hour or so, and she won't idle under 1500 rpm. The motor runs very cool, barely gets to 100 degrees. I've rebuilt the carb with no improvement. Get her home, start up and runs fine ne...
by trebot
Thu Jun 04, 2020 3:19 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Need Auto Lite rotor
Replies: 1
Views: 1914

Need Auto Lite rotor

Have a Auto Lite 1ay 4009 distributor on my KL. Need a rotor. Any sources?
by trebot
Sun May 17, 2020 7:11 am
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: INSURANCE
Replies: 3
Views: 4301

INSURANCE

Looking to insure my '56 Continental. Located in Michigan. Any experience with insurers, good and bad, would be appreciated.
by trebot
Sun May 10, 2020 5:46 am
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Staining
Replies: 0
Views: 7058

Staining

1st time staining. Used Interlux Chris Craft Filler stain. Followed directions: thin with Interlux 333 to thick house paint consistency. Let sit for ten minutes then wiped off. Let sit for a day and decided stain was too thick and I wanted more grain to show. Sanding was too agressive and spotty. Be...
by trebot
Mon May 04, 2020 7:48 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: paint stripper or sanding
Replies: 1
Views: 4039

Re: paint stripper or sanding

I answered my own question from You Tube. Great video found "How to Strip Stain from Wood". Scroll down to picture of guy working on a round table.
by trebot
Mon May 04, 2020 2:33 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: paint stripper or sanding
Replies: 1
Views: 4039

paint stripper or sanding

In process of refinishing varnish/stain on mahogany hull. Can I use paint stripper then sand? Concerned the stripper might soak into wood and adversely affect the stain process.
by trebot
Sat May 02, 2020 6:49 am
Forum: On the Hard
Topic: Trailer bunk covering
Replies: 0
Views: 4713

Trailer bunk covering

18' Continental that is trailered and used regularly. Have problem with bottom paint scuffing on launch and recovery. Have indoor/outdoor carpet (LOWES). Would it be better to use "marine grade" carpet or plastic covers?
by trebot
Sat May 02, 2020 6:48 am
Forum: On the Hard
Topic: Trailer bunk covering
Replies: 0
Views: 4071

Trailer bunk covering

18' Continental that is trailered and used regularly. Have problem with bottom paint scuffing on launch and recovery. Have indoor/outdoor carpet (LOWES). Would it be better to use "marine grade" carpet or plastic covers?
by trebot
Fri May 01, 2020 7:15 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Trailered hull bottom paint
Replies: 3
Views: 4763

Trailered hull bottom paint

My '56 Continental is trailered and used regularly. Are there any paint that will resist paint scuffing from loading/unloading?
I used Indoor/outdoor carpet from LOWES on the bunks. Should I use "marine grade" carpet available through marine supply stores to reduce scuffing? Thanks
by trebot
Wed Sep 11, 2019 8:01 am
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: Generator 3rd brush
Replies: 1
Views: 5531

Generator 3rd brush

Have 12v generator on a KL. What is procedure for adjusting 3rd brush? Thanks
by trebot
Thu Sep 05, 2019 6:39 pm
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: KL Generator overcharging
Replies: 1
Views: 4719

KL Generator overcharging

Have KL motor in my 1956 Continental. It is charging into the 15 volt range. The battery has liquid on the top, which I guess is a result of overcharging. Had motor out for rebuild. The generator has a box on the side with 2 wires connected. Is that the voltage regulator? Something I should do to re...
by trebot
Sun Aug 25, 2019 2:56 pm
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: Add picture
Replies: 2
Views: 2299

Add picture

How can I add picture to my profile?
by trebot
Mon Aug 12, 2019 3:29 pm
Forum: Hardware & Rigging
Topic: bimini top hardware
Replies: 0
Views: 3990

bimini top hardware

Looking for "Campbell e-z mount hardware.
by trebot
Sun Aug 11, 2019 7:21 am
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: KL generator to alternator swap
Replies: 2
Views: 1917

KL generator to alternator swap

Have 12v system and want go to an alternator. Any specific alternator I should be looking or? Thanks
by trebot
Fri Aug 09, 2019 7:33 am
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: KL generator to alternator swap
Replies: 1
Views: 4803

KL generator to alternator swap

Whats involved in swapping 12 volt generator to an alternator on a KL motor? Any specific alternator? Thanks
by trebot
Tue Aug 06, 2019 6:44 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Marine plywood
Replies: 4
Views: 4763

Re: Marine plywood

Menards carries Marine. No vaneer. Bought sheet to use as rear seat base and motor box cover. Bought sheet of vaneer at L.L. Johnson.
by trebot
Mon Aug 05, 2019 9:21 am
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Marine plywood
Replies: 4
Views: 4763

Marine plywood

Building a motor box and having no luck finding marine plywood. Is there a good substitute?
by trebot
Thu Aug 01, 2019 9:11 am
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: KL engine clutch adjustment
Replies: 11
Views: 4380

KL engine clutch adjustment

Clutch slips when applying full power. What is adjustment procedure? I know you adjust after taking off top cover.
by trebot
Tue Jul 16, 2019 7:16 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Preserving deck wood
Replies: 2
Views: 4971

Preserving deck wood

Have '56 Continental. The deck has been subjected to the elements, varnish is peeling, but the wood itself is in good shape. Not going to be able to get boat stored in garage for a few months. Is there anything I can "paint" the deck with to preserve it til I can get her in a garage and do an adequa...
by trebot
Thu Jun 06, 2019 5:51 am
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Zenith float adjustment
Replies: 2
Views: 1823

Zenith float adjustment

Have a Zenith 263M carb on a KL motor. What is float setting and how is it measured?
Thanks, Kurt
by trebot
Mon May 20, 2019 4:47 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: 5200 paint
Replies: 12
Views: 9004

Re: 5200 paint

The bottom appears that it might be original. Most planks were tight; some had 1/16 to 1/8" gap. Used dremel sparingly. Didn't push 5200 into seams, so I'm not too worried about expanding planks buckeling. The boat is trailered , so don't have luxury of soak. As hull has plywood inner liner, just wa...
by trebot
Sun May 19, 2019 5:22 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: 5200 paint
Replies: 12
Views: 9004

Re: 5200 paint

I get the impression that there is disagreement with the 5200 idea. Here's what I did. Actually, I took a Dremel with cone shaped bit and took out about 1/8" to 1/4" deep surface valley between planks. Filled "valley" with 5200. Didn't force it, just let ut flow as you would do with caulking. Wiped ...
by trebot
Sat May 18, 2019 7:16 am
Forum: Finishing
Topic: 5200 paint
Replies: 12
Views: 9004

5200 paint

Did some bottom seam filling with standard cure 5200. How long to wait until I can paint? Boat is outside in 45 to 60 degree temps. Thanks
by trebot
Thu May 02, 2019 7:06 am
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Bottom Plank Replace
Replies: 1
Views: 3465

Bottom Plank Replace

'56 Continental 18'. Replacing (2) 2 foot sections of bottom side by side plank. The hull uses 1/2" plank over plywood liner. The plywood is good. Do I need to treat the new wood before installation? Theses planks are side by side . How much gap between planks ? Can I use 5200 to secure replacement ...
by trebot
Fri Apr 19, 2019 6:49 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Bottom plank caulking
Replies: 2
Views: 3782

Bottom plank caulking

Have '56 Continental 18'. It is plank bottom with plywood inner liner. Boat is new to me and haven't had her in water yet. Thought I'd tighten all bottom screws, caulk seams and recaulk over screw heads. What should I use for caulk material? Is it necessary to caulk seams? This is my 1st plank hull,...
by trebot
Wed Oct 17, 2018 4:55 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: KL Tuneup Specs
Replies: 2
Views: 2323

KL Tuneup Specs

Having my KL rebuilt. What is timing setting? What spark plugs should I use and gap?
by trebot
Sun Oct 07, 2018 5:40 pm
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Continental bottom
Replies: 2
Views: 3197

Re: Continental bottom

Plywood thru ribs have nuts and bolts.
by trebot
Thu Oct 04, 2018 7:14 am
Forum: Hull Construction
Topic: Hull Construction
Replies: 7
Views: 4773

Re: Hull Construction

Bottom planking looks original. Haven't stripped paint yet, so I'm guessing.