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by Al Benton
Tue Jan 06, 2015 11:35 pm
Forum: From the Club
Topic: New Officers
Replies: 15
Views: 34440

Re: New Officers

Andy, we certainly could use your help as a Club Ambassador at any shows and events that you will be attending this season. This is great, and serves as a good opportunity to let all Boat Buzz fans know that we could use all of the help with this program that we can get. We will be organizing this v...
by Al Benton
Mon Jan 05, 2015 9:26 am
Forum: From the Club
Topic: New Officers
Replies: 15
Views: 34440

Re: New Officers

Thanks Pete, and Troy for the kind words. Ha! That raise wouldn't buy a Chick on a Stick at the Sunnyland Show in March. Well, maybe if we all pitched in and shared one of them. I'll just take the well licked stick as a keep sake. All kidding aside, I think I speak for all of our many volunteers in ...
by Al Benton
Sun Jan 04, 2015 5:06 pm
Forum: From the Club
Topic: New Officers
Replies: 15
Views: 34440

New Officers

Your Board of Directors 2015 are off to a good start this year. Officers for the year 2015 are as follows: Jim Frechette - President Al Benton - Vice President Don Ayers - Treasurer Jeff Rogers - Secretary We would like to thank our outgoing officers for their service to the Club this past year, and...
by Al Benton
Wed Dec 24, 2014 1:01 pm
Forum: Engines & Powertrain
Topic: Paragon rebuild question
Replies: 26
Views: 12631

Re: Paragon rebuild question

I removed a couple of Posts from this thread in the interest of keeping the subject focused on current topic.
by Al Benton
Mon Dec 01, 2014 6:33 pm
Forum: From the Club
Topic: New Directors
Replies: 0
Views: 18757

New Directors

Please welcome newly elected Directors Robert Macaluso, BK Powell, and Don Ploetner to your Board of Directors for 2015. The present board looks forward to working with them in carrying out the business for the Chris-Craft Antique Boat Club next year and beyond. Also see the new Announcement on our ...
by Al Benton
Thu Oct 23, 2014 6:45 pm
Forum: From the Club
Topic: Keep your Club Account Up To Date
Replies: 0
Views: 19109

Keep your Club Account Up To Date

Fellow Members: It's important to keep your email address, mailing address and phone number up to date. If you recently changed any of them, or have a different winter address, please go to http://www.chris-craft.org/account where you may change them. You must be logged in to access your Club Accoun...
by Al Benton
Thu Oct 16, 2014 11:44 am
Forum: Chris-Craft Antique Boat Club Business
Topic: 2014 Election of Directors for 2015 BOD
Replies: 0
Views: 3960

2014 Election of Directors for 2015 BOD

Click on the link below download a printable copy of the Official Ballot for the 2014 Election of Directors for the Club's 2015 Board of Directors for mailing to the address listed on the ballot. Download Ballot Here Please vote only once. If you mail your ballot, then do not vote again using the ba...
by Al Benton
Thu Oct 09, 2014 9:59 am
Forum: From the Club
Topic: New Member from Lithuania
Replies: 2
Views: 22205

New Member from Lithuania

We would like to welcome our latest New Member, Natalja Cerkasova from Lithuania. Some of our European members may be familiar with Memel Werfte in Klaipeda, Lithuania, a unique boat shop that specializes in restoring and customizing old wood boats and building new custom boats. We are very pleased ...
by Al Benton
Mon Sep 22, 2014 10:28 am
Forum: From the Club
Topic: Election of 2015 Directors
Replies: 20
Views: 63469

Re: 2014 Election of Directors

Don, thanks for that. Looking back at this year we were not as specific with this as we were last year. We included the same announcement in The Brass Bell and here in Boat Buzz this past year. Only casual (passive) messages included election news this year. I can assure you that this was not intent...
by Al Benton
Fri Sep 19, 2014 3:08 pm
Forum: From the Club
Topic: Election of 2015 Directors
Replies: 20
Views: 63469

Re: 2014 Election of Directors

Doug, Thanks for pointing that out! There's no way to change it this year, only 3 of our members came forward when asked to consider running for a Director position before nominations had to be closed. It may be even more difficult next year, as there will be 4 seats up for election. Its never too e...
by Al Benton
Thu Sep 18, 2014 2:47 pm
Forum: From the Club
Topic: Election of 2015 Directors
Replies: 20
Views: 63469

Re: 2014 Election of Directors

John, And ALL: As it turns out this year there are 3 nominees and 3 open Director seats to fill. Only 2 of the 7 present Directors' terms end on December 31st of this year. However, one of our Driectors whose term ends next year has announced that he will resign his seat this December. We well annou...
by Al Benton
Tue Sep 16, 2014 10:16 am
Forum: From the Club
Topic: Election of 2015 Directors
Replies: 20
Views: 63469

Election of 2015 Directors

Election of 2015 Directors – Nominee Boigraphies Last year, the Club conducted its first ever Election of Directors. The purpose is for you, our members to validate your Club leadership by participating in the election process. The 2014 Election of Directors begins Nov 1st and ends promptly on the ...
by Al Benton
Wed Jun 04, 2014 4:39 pm
Forum: Finishing
Topic: Smith's CPES
Replies: 8
Views: 4523

Re: Smith's CPES

CPES is great stuff. I used all over my cruiser. On bright work you must remember that CEPS does not contain any UV protection. Therefore, in order to protect the integrity of the stain below the CEPS, you must maintain the varnish and its UV component fairly often. If not well maintained, the stain...
by Al Benton
Sun May 25, 2014 2:27 pm
Forum: From the Club
Topic: Chris-Craft Sailboat Division Enthusiasts
Replies: 0
Views: 4999

Chris-Craft Sailboat Division Enthusiasts

Please note that we have added the Sailboat Division to Boat Buzz. Look for it under Chris-Craft Division Enthusiast Groups.
by Al Benton
Sat May 24, 2014 6:50 pm
Forum: Sailboat Division Enthusiast Group
Topic: Welcome
Replies: 1
Views: 5780

Re: Welcome

Thanks Matt for adding this area to Boat Buzz. The Sailboat Division is an important segment in the overall history of Chris-Craft. It existed between 1963 and 1976 and produced at least 10 different models from the 27' Capri to the 42' Sail Yacht. Many of them are still in service today and we invi...
by Al Benton
Fri Apr 18, 2014 12:32 pm
Forum: From the Club
Topic: Test
Replies: 14
Views: 13994

Re: Test

I'll notify Matt about the signature problem after this post. We will be looking into ways to improve Boat Buzz and our website in the near future. In the mean time we will be adding an index item in Enthusiast Groups called Constellation Enthusiast Group. Although not a Division, this area is for i...
by Al Benton
Thu Apr 17, 2014 10:05 am
Forum: From the Club
Topic: Test
Replies: 14
Views: 13994

Re: Test

Logistics could be a problem but I want you to know that your BOD and IT Team is already on this and are taking it very seriously. Some great ideas on how to approach this have already been suggested. The importance of this subject, and its impact on future planning and changes for OUR CLUB and ALL ...
by Al Benton
Thu Apr 17, 2014 7:27 am
Forum: From the Club
Topic: Test
Replies: 14
Views: 13994

Re: Test

I would like to encourage our IT Team to provide a means within Boat Buzz that would keep all things Chris-Craft right here within the Chris-Craft Antique Boat Club, where it belongs, and where all of our members can benefit from the knowledge shared. I, as a Director, and an advocate of serving the...
by Al Benton
Tue Mar 25, 2014 8:21 am
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: The Sunnyland Antique Boat Festival
Replies: 21
Views: 42541

Re: The Sunnyland Antique Boat Festival

Dave, Yes we will be gathering on Saturday afternoon at 1:30. PM under the Big White Tent located in the center of the Festival. We all look forward to seeing many of our members and friends for a short get together. We'll be informal with introductions and announcements, then just visit for a while...
by Al Benton
Sat Mar 08, 2014 5:35 pm
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: The Sunnyland Antique Boat Festival
Replies: 21
Views: 42541

Re: The Sunnyland Antique Boat Festival

Troy, I look forward to meeting you and Sandi.
Actually, we will meet on Tuesday in Palatka on the St. John's River Cruise. The Southbound Cruise has been a bucket list item for years. Finally get to check it off.
Yes, bring your friends, we've got a big cooler!
by Al Benton
Sat Mar 08, 2014 2:59 pm
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: The Sunnyland Antique Boat Festival
Replies: 21
Views: 42541

Re: The Sunnyland Antique Boat Festival

You Are Invited! The Sunnyland Antique Boat Festival is less than 3 weeks away. Join with fellow Chris-Craft Boat Club Members and guests under the Big White Tent on Saturday, March 29th at 1:30 PM . Your BOD will make a few important announcements, introduce Directors, Officers, Special Guests and...
by Al Benton
Fri Feb 28, 2014 9:39 am
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: The Sunnyland Antique Boat Festival
Replies: 21
Views: 42541

Re: The Sunnyland Antique Boat Festival

Countdown - 4weeks and can't wait!

Still time to make plans to be in Tavares, Florida for the Sunnyland Antique Boat Festival on beautiful Lake Dora.
The Club will be well represented at the show so be sure to visit with fellow members at The Big White Tent on Saturday at 1:30 PM.
by Al Benton
Fri Feb 28, 2014 9:30 am
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: 29th Annual International Boat Show - St. Clair, MI
Replies: 1
Views: 24969

29th Annual International Boat Show - St. Clair, MI

The Michigan Chapter - ACBS 29th Annual International Boat Show, St. Clair Marina, St. Clair Michigan. Dates: June 20-22, 2014 Schedule: Friday - Owner's Lunch Cruise to a Private Island Saturday - Boat Show from 9:00 AM til 4:00 PM Featuring "Classic Glass" Sunday - Brunch Cruise Contacts: Greg Lew...
by Al Benton
Thu Feb 13, 2014 12:41 pm
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: The Sunnyland Antique Boat Festival
Replies: 21
Views: 42541

Re: The Sunnyland Antique Boat Festival

John, it will be great to see you there too. Folks, in just 6 short weeks many of us will be gathering at the Sunnyland Antique Boat Festival in Tavares, FL. If you're not planning to be there, change those plans and help us kick off the 2014 boating season! We have arranged for a casual Get-Togethe...
by Al Benton
Wed Jan 29, 2014 1:36 pm
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: Can My Chris-Craft Cruiser Be Saved?
Replies: 2
Views: 2668

Can My Chris-Craft Cruiser Be Saved?

Daria Fane of Liberty, New Jersey is asking. Can someone come to the rescue of this once elegant Chris-Craft cruiser? Here's the situation: Time is short for her future. The marina wants to cut her up and haul her off as soon as possible if no one steps up to save her. XXX Chris-Craft 1.jpg XXX Chri...
by Al Benton
Fri Jan 24, 2014 12:51 pm
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: Tango Uniform
Replies: 1923
Views: 450117

Re: Tango Uniform: Restoration of a 1941 44 Foot Chris Craft

Laclede, Matt added more disk space, so you may add the photos now.
by Al Benton
Fri Jan 24, 2014 11:56 am
Forum: From the Club
Topic: Test
Replies: 14
Views: 13994

Test

Houston, We Have A Problem!

We have completely filled the entire board's quota for attaching files.

We will be looking into this problem immediately and let all Boat Buzz users know when a resolution has been found.
by Al Benton
Mon Jan 20, 2014 8:10 am
Forum: Odds & Ends
Topic: 1958, 48' Chris-Craft Constellation
Replies: 5
Views: 2936

1958, 48' Chris-Craft Constellation

She sank during Hurricane Irene on August 27, 2011 when a broken piling pierced her starboard side. She was rescued following the storm; or was she?

Read more about why her future is uncertain on WoodyBoater.com this morning.
by Al Benton
Sun Jan 19, 2014 4:17 pm
Forum: Shows, Museums, & Event Locations
Topic: The Sunnyland Antique Boat Festival
Replies: 21
Views: 42541

The Sunnyland Antique Boat Festival

The Sunnyland Boat Festival, March 28-30, 2014 is just weeks away. It marks the traditional kick-off for the 2014 boating season and is attended regularly by many members of our Club. Again this year we would like to plan a Chris-Craft Antique Boat Club Member and Guest Get-Together at the Festival....
by Al Benton
Sun Jan 19, 2014 3:21 pm
Forum: From the Club
Topic: The 2014 Board of Directors
Replies: 1
Views: 4822

The 2014 Board of Directors

The 2014 Board of Directors elected members to serve as Club Officers at their first BOD Meeting of the year. Don Ayers will continue serving the Club as our President, also Paul Harrison continues as Vice President, and Matt Fine as our Treasurer. We are very pleased indeed to announce that new Dir...