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Re: Special Race Boat Replica Project
thanks for the update, Matt. Looks like a great job.
1938 Chris Craft 17' Deluxe Runabout "Jennifer II"
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Re: Special Race Boat Replica Project
Looking good. Can't wait for you to help with my project.
1952 CC 18' Sportsman
1969 CC 19' Commander Super Sport
1969 CC 19' Commander Super Sport
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Coming along nice Matt, really nice.
Funny, you mention the fairing, I've been going to a gym for exercise most of my adult life, when it came time to complete the fairing on my boat there was no need for the gym it was one hell of a work out.
Funny, you mention the fairing, I've been going to a gym for exercise most of my adult life, when it came time to complete the fairing on my boat there was no need for the gym it was one hell of a work out.
Terry
1941 Model 101 (16') Deluxe Runabout "Miss Dot"
1941 Model 101 (16') Deluxe Runabout "Miss Dot"
Re: Special Race Boat Replica Project
Matt,
That is one good looking replica going together! What engine will you be using?
Adam
That is one good looking replica going together! What engine will you be using?
Adam
Re: Special Race Boat Replica Project
Matt, now that the other Matt, of woody boater fame, has acquired a special race boat, I thought it would be interesting to find out how you are coming on your replica. There is a lot of interest in your neat project. Thanks.
1938 Chris Craft 17' Deluxe Runabout "Jennifer II"
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fantastic Matt.....work, especially the high tech, way beyond my abilities.....really neat post. thanks,
John in Va.
John in Va.
1980 Fairchild Scout 30
19?? custom Argentine Runabout 16'
1954 Whirlwind deluxe dual ckpt 16'
1921 Old Town Charles River 17' (founding Captain, James River Batteau Festival)
19?? custom Argentine Runabout 16'
1954 Whirlwind deluxe dual ckpt 16'
1921 Old Town Charles River 17' (founding Captain, James River Batteau Festival)
Re: Special Race Boat Replica Project
The boat is currently back in Michigan at the Wooden Runabout Company for some final varnish, upholstery and few other things. Once that is finished, its back home for final assembly. I hope to hit the water beginning of September.
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Matt, we don't believe anything without pictures....
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Re: Special Race Boat Replica Project
Thanks for keeping me honest
I've added an update to my restoration blog with updated pics, here is the link:
http://www.ccraceboat.com/?p=3271
I've added an update to my restoration blog with updated pics, here is the link:
http://www.ccraceboat.com/?p=3271
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Thanks, Matt, looks great. One question, i see woody boater matt's came with the s-w 4 gauge panel. I know you are doing a few things to suit your fancy, rather than slavishly copying the original. wonder if putting in the 6 gauge panel was one of them or perhaps some came with the 4 and others the 6? thanks.
1938 Chris Craft 17' Deluxe Runabout "Jennifer II"
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I'm not sure exactly, but Matt Smith's boat is 16 footer. I know some, if not all, of the 19 foot boat came with the six gauge panel I'm using. The only difference is it should have the cracked ice finished rather than the black crackle finish I have. Here is a pic of one of the original 1936 boats with the 6 gauge panel and steering wheel in the center of dash!
Re: Special Race Boat Replica Project
thanks, Matt, i suspect that is the answer.
1938 Chris Craft 17' Deluxe Runabout "Jennifer II"
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Looking great Matt, thanks for the update.
Terry
1941 Model 101 (16') Deluxe Runabout "Miss Dot"
1941 Model 101 (16') Deluxe Runabout "Miss Dot"
Re: Special Race Boat Replica Project
Well the boat is finally finished! I launched it for the first time last week for the Geneva Lakes Boat show. Thanks to the Wooden Runabout Company for putting in some extra time and getting it to the finish line. This boat is a blast to drive.
Now the bad news, it looks like I do have one major issue, I found a lot of oil in bilge, so engine may be coming back out.
Here are inks to video:
https://youtu.be/bkZMhX4GyEk
https://youtu.be/-mmi1qrt000
https://youtu.be/XOG0EiI0yjQ
Now the bad news, it looks like I do have one major issue, I found a lot of oil in bilge, so engine may be coming back out.
Here are inks to video:
https://youtu.be/bkZMhX4GyEk
https://youtu.be/-mmi1qrt000
https://youtu.be/XOG0EiI0yjQ
Re: Special Race Boat Replica Project
Fabulous job! Congratulations
1938 Chris Craft 17' Deluxe Runabout "Jennifer II"
Re: Special Race Boat Replica Project
Looks amazing !
Congrats !
Quite a story and project for sure.
Mark
Congrats !
Quite a story and project for sure.
Mark
1953 CC Rocket Runabout "Rocket Man"
Re: Special Race Boat Replica Project
Way to go Matt, it's beautiful and sounds great also.
Had to change the engine out in my boat already also, hopefully yours is nothing serious.
Had to change the engine out in my boat already also, hopefully yours is nothing serious.
Terry
1941 Model 101 (16') Deluxe Runabout "Miss Dot"
1941 Model 101 (16') Deluxe Runabout "Miss Dot"
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Re: Special Race Boat Replica Project
be sure you eliminate tranny oil as the problem.....know you already must have...but always worth a second look before pulling the engine....
John in Va.
John in Va.
1980 Fairchild Scout 30
19?? custom Argentine Runabout 16'
1954 Whirlwind deluxe dual ckpt 16'
1921 Old Town Charles River 17' (founding Captain, James River Batteau Festival)
19?? custom Argentine Runabout 16'
1954 Whirlwind deluxe dual ckpt 16'
1921 Old Town Charles River 17' (founding Captain, James River Batteau Festival)
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