- Happy Holidays -- The Smith's, 06:18:58 12/14/03 Sun (cache-dm01.proxy.aol.com/205.188.209.69)
We wish you ALL a very Happy Holiday Season and hope to see you somewhere this summer.... happy boating.... Ho Ho Ho...
Alan & Faye
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18' Chris Craft Sea Skiff -- Tom Kennington, 17:13:44 11/12/03 Wed (NoHost/216.169.166.138)
My engine was taken out of my boat and I am looking to replace it with a Chris Craft engine with more power. What other engines typically fit the mounts of the K engine? Any advice about the transmission replacement or solutions to problems i am going to run into?
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- 23' 1962 Sea Skiff for sale -- JM, 21:18:04 11/04/03 Tue (cache-dm01.proxy.aol.com/205.188.209.69)
Good boat looking for a good home. Boat has a newer 230 OMC engine. Original conditional with planking in good shape but some work is needed to fix problematic conditions found with Sea Skiffs. Finding myself not having enough time to work on the boat. Cushions, anchor, bimini and mooring cover all in good condition. Number 90 of 180 built that year. Asking $1600. For more information call 410 280.8785 or email me at jmleroy@hotmail.com
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- Lap Strake Nuts, CC Skiffs -- Captn Pea, 15:47:19 10/29/03 Wed (NoHost/66.84.139.246)
Anyone out there have a clue where I can get replacement silicon bronze nuts that go on the inside of a CC Sea Skiff.
These are the nuts that are square in shape and lock into the inner lap with machine screws comming in from the outside, thread looks like a 10-32 or maybe a 1/4 - 24.
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Sea Skiff Merchandise!!! -- Jennifer, 12:51:12 10/10/03 Fri (idac.netstar-usa.com/65.207.137.22)
As you can see by the Rainbow Blocks above (thanks Songbird for helping me) we know has Sea Skiff Merchandise for sale!
Eventually, Songbird will be hosting "pictures" of the merchandise and an order form on her website (which has a variety of other things too), so a direct link can be mailed to me.
I have set up a new email address to "deal" with people wanting to order merchandise only.....you can click on my name to get this address and Songbird will be changing the address above to this new one, which is
seaskiffmerchandise@yahoo.com
Thanks! Look for a link to the pictures soon!
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- 1950's? Chis-Craft, junk or treasure -- Dave, 17:15:56 09/21/03 Sun (89.sanjose-06rh15rt-ca.dial-access.att.net/12.81.18.89)
Hello all, I tried one post earlier but it didn't seem to take so I'll try again.
I'm hoping to find info or interested party for what I believe is an early to mid 1950's Chris-Craft Runabout. I'm guessing it's 16'- haven't pulled a tape on it yet - and it looks to be complete with all hardware, flat head v-8, prop,I believe original trailer,ect. It appears to be a complete vessel, just the wood is all rotten.
Is the wood worth anything for templates for someone to build a new shell and reuse everything else or not? I'm not real sure what I've got here, but would like to sell it in the hopes that someone can bring it to life again.
I'm hoping to find some #'s on it and take photos in the near future to help find out exactly what it is.
Any info or help would be appriciated.
Thanks Dave
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- 23' Sea Skiff Window Gaskets -- Rob, 14:52:36 03/08/03 Sat (c68.114.240.238.fdl.wi.charter.com/68.114.240.238)
I have a 1960 23 ft Sea Skiff that is the best boat I've ever owned. Doing a little restoration work, and would like to replace the window gaskets (they hold the glass in the frame) for the windshield and side windows. Does anyone know of a source for the gaskets, any help would be appreciated, thanks.
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- ALAN AND FAYE IN CLAYTON -- Faye, 07:00:45 09/13/03 Sat (cache-rl05.proxy.aol.com/152.163.252.229)
Just a reminder that we will be in Clayton, NY on September 18th and 19th for the start of the Rideau Canal trip into Ottawa for the ACBS Annual Meeting. If you are in the area OR going on the trip, please come and introduce yourselves. We would love to meet you. Faye and Alan
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- Hull bottom restoration -1962 23' Sea Skiff -- JM, 08:58:22 09/08/03 Mon (h-68-167-104-114.MCLNVA23.covad.net/68.167.104.114)
Recently purchased a '62 23' Sea Skiff I/m and looking for advice. In inspecting and scratching the bottom of the hull I noticed what looked like a thin layer of epoxy after tearing a piece of the flaking bottom paint. Did CC apply something of the sort on the bottoms or was this something done at a later? We plan to bring the bottom to bare wood anyway and applying a coat of flexible epoxy before applying bottom paint. Any thoughts on this situation? This is a great site and full of great information. Very glad I discovered it. The one thing I find lacking is a gallery of photos. If any one owns or has photos of a 23' of 1961-1964 I would much appreciate seeing them. Thank you.
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- weight 1965 sea skiff -- Jim, 20:33:09 09/10/03 Wed (nr18-66-117-240-102.fuse.net/66.117.240.102)
Does any one know the hull weight of a 1965 19' sea skiff?
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- sea skiff weight -- Jim, 20:37:19 09/10/03 Wed (nr18-66-117-240-102.fuse.net/66.117.240.102)
My email is ferguson08@fuse.net
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- 1962 Sea Skiff Wood for restoration -- Jeff, 16:32:06 09/06/03 Sat (cache-dl06.proxy.aol.com/205.188.209.42)
1/2 restored motors rebuilt with less than 50 hours exterior and bottom solid. No rot anywhere. Located in Greenwich Ct.Boat is floatable looking for 2-300 for past storage. Truly worth a look Stemp38@aol.com
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- Chris Craft Sea Skiff Specs. -- William Schock, 11:01:29 08/29/03 Fri (cache-mtc-am01.proxy.aol.com/64.12.97.6)
I am purchasing a 1960 18' Chris Craft Sea Skiff, and am trying to locate specifications on this boat. Can anyone help me?
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- Rear Flag Pole & Trim -- Andy, 10:47:21 08/29/03 Fri (pcp04901107pcs.anapol01.md.comcast.net/68.48.17.34)
Hi,
I am restoring a 1958 18'Chris Craft Sea Skiff. I am trying to find the correct pole for the back, I have the foot/stand which measures about 3/4 inch in diameter.
Also, I am looking to find the CORRECT trim for the side of the boat as well as where it starts and how far to the nose it runs. Any ideas???
Thanks,
Andy
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- Correct prop? -- Glenn Ross, 22:43:04 08/05/03 Tue (cache-mtc-am01.proxy.aol.com/64.12.97.6)
Hello,
I haven't noticed anyone from the Chesapeake Bay area here; guess I'll be the one. Dad recently bought a 57 22' CC Skiff. It needs a complete restoration, though he won't admit it yet. She needs many frames replaced and was stored poorly. Anyway, during our fixing and patching to slow the tide, we thought the prop is way too small. There just seemed to be a lot of extra clearance. We dug through the paperwork and found a 1986 survey states a 13" prop. Right now it is only 10". Bronze doesn?t shrink, does it? The engine is the original "K" series with a single carb. I have read they came with as many as three. Does anyone have an idea what may be the properly sized prop? We wouldn't mind getting all the power (economy) the girl has to offer, assuming the hull stays together.
Fair winds,
Glenn Ross
Still Pond Creak, Md
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- 1959 Sea Skiff Ranger -- Jay Collins, 19:30:40 08/22/03 Fri (user-2ivfdd8.dialup.mindspring.com/165.247.181.168)
Hi all, well I have bought yet another wooden boat (no end in sight) This one is a 22' Sea Skiff Ranger trunk cabin. It is reported to be in good condition but I think way under powered with its 6 cyl motor.I am wondering if it is under propped as well with only a 12X12prop. Anyone familiar with this model and can point me in the right direction? I have had some exposure to regular Sea Skiffs but not this model.Wondering what its problem areas are? I am sure the windshields are typical and will be plagued by leaks and punky wood.Electrics are updated...Going next Sat to bring her home to stay at our lake here in SC. Thanks all.
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- 1978 Chris Craft 22ft Cutlass -- Colin Buffin, 13:41:40 07/21/03 Mon (NoHost/195.92.157.118)
I have a 1978 22ft Chris Craft which is kept on the South shore of Long Island . I am looking for someone to carry out a full restoration of the boat from stem to stern. Could anyone suggest someone that could do that for me over the winter. I live in the UK and am only in the USA in July and August
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- 1964 24' Sea Skiff Value? -- Frank, 16:19:40 08/18/03 Mon (NoHost/209.98.243.249)
Can anyone tell me the approx. value of a 1964 24' Sea Skiff?
Original rebuilt engine/283 V8
New upholestry
Repainted
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- Trailer -- Janine Bezjian-Budden, 13:33:46 08/17/03 Sun (132-pool1.ras11.wasea-s.alerondial.net/206.149.136.132)
Does anyone know of a trailer for sale for a 24' Chris Craft Sea Skiff, in the Seattle area of Washington state. It must be in excellent condition, it well be going cross- country from Seattle to East Coast with boat. Pleas email me, its for my dad. Thanks.......:-) janinebb@richpoor.net
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- 1959 CC Ranger -- Terry Flanagan, 13:25:57 08/15/03 Fri (cache-dl06.proxy.aol.com/205.188.209.42)
I'm looking at a 1959 Ranger. While I've always wanted a wood boat, I am of course a bit leary. I hope to go look at it Sunday (8/17). Can I ask the list subscribers to let me know what they think I should look for while inspecting the boat? Be as verbose as you like, either here or mail me at Harlyred1@aol.com. Thank you in advance.
Terry
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- Similarties with Jersey Skiffs? -- John Bayer, 12:23:03 08/01/03 Fri (fw1-b.osis.gov/204.178.104.234)
All:
How similar are the smaller Chris' to the Jersey Skiffs built by Seaman and others? Are the 16' boats VERY similar? They appear that way, but I'm curious.
Thanks in advance,
John
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- 1956 Sea Skiff fuel tank woes -- Lee, 21:13:51 07/14/03 Mon (209-210-133-229.nas3.mon.ny.frontiernet.net/209.210.133.229)
I have a beauty of a boat that has a problem I need to correct. The fuel tank has been left occupied with stale gasoline for a good number of years. Poking a stick to the bottom gives the impression that there is about an inch of molasses hugging the battom tank floor. How do I remove it? can it be done without "pulling the tank"?
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- FREE Windshield - 1958-1959 22' Ranger -- Chris Wenz, 23:10:26 07/21/03 Mon (dialup-67.72.213.168.Dial1.Detroit1.Level3.net/67.72.213.168)
I have a windshield from a 1958-1959 22' Sea Skiff Ranger that I am willing to give to someone who can put it to good use. This is one of the rare stainless steel windshields with fixed front glass and moveable vent windows on the sides. (See page 509 of "Chris Craft - The Essential Guide".) There were only 170 of these boats made. All stainless is in great condition. Side glass is good. Front glass has been cracked by vandals. Most of the wood is rotten and needs to be replaced, but it's all there for patterns.
I hate to pitch it, but I have no use for it, and it's destined for the dumpster by Labor Day if no one wants it. As it's free, I will not ship it, so who ever wants it, needs to pick it up from the Detroit area. Prefer giving it to someone who can put it to good use. Email if interested. Thanks.
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- 1963 Chris Craft Sea Skiff -- Kevin Kehoe, 10:57:37 07/09/03 Wed (Fox-Hills-Chrysler-Plymouth-Jeep-Inc-IAF1045295.cust-rtr.ameritech.net/68.20.117.82)
Can someone tell me how rare, or what the value might be of a 1963 23 ft. Sea Skiff? Have the opportunity to buy one cheap but it has some issues.
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- Recommended manuals? -- Lucas, 13:27:33 10/29/02 Tue (papergirl.benjerry.com/12.19.216.67)
I recently purchased a 1956 22' Skiff, partially restored (Burlington, VT). I'm looking for some good manuals, etc. to help me along. I'm a novice boat restorer but an experienced woodworker. What I really need is some pictures to show me what it should look like to start with. I'm awaiting a couple books I bought at Amazon, but I'm curious about what the experts have to say...
Any recommendations?
Thanks!
Lucas
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- Lapstrake restoration techniques -- Paul, 00:31:49 02/23/03 Sun (1Cust53.tnt13.det3.da.uu.net/67.217.12.53)
Does anyone know of any publications on lapstrake hull restoration? I'm currently reading Denenburgs new book, but it deals with only runabouts. I have E-mailed Danenburg himself, but we all know he is pretty busy right now.
Any help would be appreciated.
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- Rebuilding Aluminium Windshield -- Stan, 22:17:20 07/02/03 Wed (dialup-67.74.95.21.Dial1.Philadelphia1.Level3.net/67.74.95.21)
Hi,
I have a 1966 C.C. 25' Sea Skiff that I am restoring. I would like to disassemble the aluminium windshield and replace all of the gasket material. Does anyone have any ideas of how to disassemble the windshield and where to buy the gasket material. Are there any manuals showing this work?
Thanks,
Stan
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- looking for a sea skiff ranger to buy -- skip, 23:15:51 06/07/03 Sat (cpe-68-115-242-006.spart.sc.charter.com/68.115.242.6)
I am looking to buy a sea skiff ranger. Do you know of any for sale ?
Thanks,
Skip
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- Chris Craft Dory -- Jay, 22:07:15 03/31/03 Mon (NoHost/68.37.151.162)
Can anyone provide me with some additional information about the 22ft dory that CC built? There is one in my marina that has very attractive lines, looks some what like a skiff but is made of fiberglass and has a center console. My guess is that it was built in the 70s. I own several wooden boats and 2 sail boats and thought this would be a good boat to do some fishing from with out too much additional maitenance.
Thanks,
Jay
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- Hi Jay!! My friend has one of these dory's, and from what I understand they are extremely rare. He asked Chris Smith about the dory at a show last year, & I think the response was they were only built for 3 years, 1964, 1965 & 1966....From what was told, there weren't too many built, & again, I think they are pretty uncommon. & are well worth restoring & using. My friend is working on his, & his is also powered by a 283 Chevy engine. If you can get it reasonbly, I would certainly suggest doing so! Alan may have some additional information...let's see if he checks in, LOL!!!! (NT) -- Jennifer, 09:49:52 04/01/03 Tue
- Re: Hi Jay!! My friend has one of these dory's, and from what I understand they are extremely rare. He asked Chris Smith about the dory at a show last year, & I think the response was they were only built for 3 years, 1964, 1965 & 1966....From what was told, there weren't too many built, & again, I think they are pretty uncommon. & are well worth restoring & using. My friend is working on his, & his is also powered by a 283 Chevy engine. If you can get it reasonbly, I would certainly suggest doing so! Alan may have some additional information...let's see if he checks in, LOL!!!! -- alan, 20:17:47 05/21/03 Wed
- 1966 18' sea skiff -- Drinks4u, 23:02:11 04/14/03 Mon
- Re: Chris Craft Dory -- Dan Pennell, 21:34:11 06/09/03 Mon
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1966 '35 Sea Skiff Corinthian (Project) for Sale -- Robert Bowman, 09:03:11 06/09/03 Mon (cache-mtc-am01.proxy.aol.com/64.12.97.6)
Members:
I am offering to a 'good home' the above boat. I bought it last year but found it needs to be re-ribbed in the mid-section of the boat, and this project is beyond my current capabilities. Otherwise the boat is in very good condition, including well maintained engines. Email me if you have interest in this project. The boat is in the Chicagoland area and I will sell it for the first $7,500 (firm).
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- Refastening lapstrake boats -- Paul Palumbo, 11:41:53 05/31/03 Sat (cache-rl05.proxy.aol.com/152.163.252.229)
Just came across your interesting/informative site. If anyone is interested, I used to own a 30' '59 CC Skiff. I refastened her where she was leaking, using an interesting type to bronze nut/bole that was manf by the Century co. It consisted of a very small bronze bolt, probably about 1/8" and about 2-3" long, with a flat head. The bolt consisted of a square washerlike threaded piece with the corners folded over to provide a grip for the wood. Wherever the leaks in the laps were, I drilled a small pilot hole between the rivets, and inserted the bolt from the outside. The washerlike bolt was threaded from the inside; some sealant was squeezed into the seam from the inside, and the screw/nut was tightened. I cured a lot of leaks this way. I don't know where you could find fastenings like this, maybe would have to be special made. Good luck to all you restorers out there.
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- over heating -- Mike Bradley, 19:03:56 05/21/03 Wed (NoHost/204.97.157.189)
recently i purchased a 20ft sea skiff its a real beauty but has one small prblem.one side of the 283 motpr rus considerably hotter than the other,would be rally thankful if anyone has ideas on where to start looking for problem
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- 1959 sea skiff 22' ranger for sale -- jim delucca, 08:07:17 05/26/03 Mon (cache-dl06.proxy.aol.com/205.188.209.42)
fully beautifully restored 22' ranger, same model as p.509 of c/c essential guide. acbs peoples choice 2001. 350 v8 less than 100 hrs. bottom stripped, redone 2002. all new canvass, cushions, sleeps 2 in vberth. no trailer. beautiful varnished mahogany cockpit. must see, must sell as i am restoring 59 30' sea skiff. can e mail photos. asking $18,000/offer. have receipts. jim, 631 581 2267, long island. owned 11+ years. hatteras off white hull, biloxi beige decks with varnished king planks. a real beauty.
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- '57 Sea Skiff 130M Heat Exchanger? - For Salt Water Use. -- Todd Bradbury, 22:56:12 05/12/03 Mon (cache-rl05.proxy.aol.com/152.163.189.101)
Hi I am new owner of a '57 Sea Skiff now being used in brackish water for the first time. Anyone have experience setting up freshwater cooling on a 130M. Should I even be concerned?
Any info appreciated...
Thanks
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- SAME NAME -- CHIS PACEY, 09:53:15 05/22/03 Thu (host81-134-200-238.in-addr.btopenworld.com/81.134.200.238)
COULD NOT RESIST SAYING "HI". I AM A WINE MERCHANT IN MANCHESTER U.K WITH THE SAME NAME!!!!! EXCELLENT WEBSITE KEEP OUR NAME IN THE FRONT LINE-- CHEERS MATEY C.P.
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- Troubleshooting -- Bob, 05:51:00 05/18/03 Sun (cache-mtc-am01.proxy.aol.com/64.12.97.6)
My 1957 30' open Sea Skiff wes closely examined over the winter to identify and correct sources of noise and vibration. We have accomplished a very great improvement. The findings might be helpful to others as you keep these wonderful woodies in shape. We found 1.) the duplex wood pads through which the rudders were mounted were loosely located,bedding had deteriorated and pads were cracked or split.This was also the condition of the strut pads. All four were replaced. 2.) While rudders were OK, the packing glands and shafthead retainers were worn and replaced. 3.) all Yoke connections in the steering system rods were badly worn or corroded. The threaded pins were especially bad. The yokes were drilled and bushed and new shouldered pins used. 4.) the props, which had been reconditioned numerous times before and said to be OK were viewed through new closer standards. While meeting the needs of 95% of the applications, the props were replaced. Consistent blade shape within the unit and between the units was improved markedly.All These changes have resulted in a great gain in smoothness and reduced noise. Performance is better with the new 14x12 cupped propellers replacing the old 14x11 on this repowered hull using twin 2001 Chrysler LM 225HP V8s. The lesson seems to be that tighter standards show the way to better performance. Bob
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- How do I identify this boat -- Paul, 19:04:18 02/02/03 Sun (2Cust203.tnt19.det3.da.uu.net/67.217.104.203)
I recently aquired an old Chris Craft Boat, but I dont know what model it is or the year. It is a lap streak so I assumed that it is a Sea Skiff, or did Chris Craft make another lap streak? Also, where do I look for the hull # and/or the engine #. I thought that these would be valuable in my investigation. Any help would be appreciated.
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- 1955 Sea Skiff #186 26 feet. -- Kevin Kelleher, 02:45:13 04/16/03 Wed (cache-ntc-ac04.proxy.aol.com/198.81.26.73)
#186 was found in Salt Lake City Utah. It has a 232hp Mercruiser 351ci engine, rebuilt. I wonder if anyone out there has a "permanent top" they would like to sell. This is a 26 SK #186. I would also like to talk to people who own 1955 Sea Skiff's 26 footers. I live in Montana and this vessel will be used on Yellowstone Lake at 7,000 feet plus. It is undergoing restoration. I believe it came with the "permanent top" and I'd love to have it at those altitudes since I suffer from malignant melanoma. I'm age 50. Please call 406-995-4386 if you can help. Thanks! Kevin K.
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- Sea Skiff 18' 1966 -- Drinks4u, 23:11:29 04/14/03 Mon (cache-dp01.proxy.aol.com/205.188.209.101)
Does anyone have pictures of 1966 sea skiff 18'?
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- It's Mount Dora weekend, sigh...... -- Jennifer, 08:56:34 03/28/03 Fri (NoHost/65.207.137.22)
Am hoping for some updates from our Skiff owners who made the trek to Mount Dora.....I know Alan & Faye & Dennis & Julie are there for sure!!!
Wasn't able to go this year, and I am so totally bummed right now because of it....things just happened with the house, and though NOW I realize I probably could've gone, I just didn't know at the time that the move & everything else was going to go so smoothly....sigh....
Should be getting ready for the lunch cruise through the Dora Canal at this time, and here's hoping everyone has a GREAT time, and I hope to see many of you next weekend at Hartwell!!!
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- Gas Tank -- Chris, 21:24:00 03/23/03 Sun (AC8C90A9.ipt.aol.com/172.140.144.169)
I'm trying to remove old gum varnish out of my new 1955 26' ccss's gas tank,( 50 gal. with three 4" x 4" accesses) The build up is pretty heavy, about 2" of the stuff. Must have been sitting for years, any ideas?
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- sea skiff weight -- Mike DiCristoforo, 09:24:43 03/10/03 Mon (hoproxy.proxy.lucent.com/192.11.226.120)
Hi,
Does anyone know the weight of a 1963, 23 foot sea skiff with a 283 v8? I'm tring to size a tow vehicle.
Thanks,
Mike
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- Value -- Joel Beckett, 00:57:49 02/27/03 Thu (12-212-81-37.client.attbi.com/12.212.81.37)
Can anyone direct me a source for pricing on a 1967 24 foot sea skiff?
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1963 Sea-Skiff Windshield Brackets -- Jackie, 08:33:45 02/23/03 Sun (ip68-13-237-171.ok.ok.cox.net/68.13.237.171)
I am looking for windshield brackets (4) for my 1963 27' Chris Craft Sea-Skiff. Any help would be appreciated.
Regards,
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- Restoring a Lapstreak -- Paul Lewis, 11:13:33 02/25/03 Tue (1Cust202.tnt13.det3.da.uu.net/67.217.12.202)
I'm about to start stripping the hull on my 1955 22' Sea skiff. I've recieved some great information from other lapstrake owners and wondered if anyone else thought about this technique.
I've been told to strip the hullof all paint, or most of it so I can get a smooth hull. Next tighten and fix all the screws. Clean all loose paint and glue from between the strakes. Apply a wood preservative to the hull. Then push in new 3M 5200 between the strakes. Finally apply a flexable epoxy (CPES) to the hull followed by a good hull paint.
Someone also suggested using cualk at all of the strake joints. The idea of the 3M 5200 sounds like a better idea to me.
Any Ideas or suggestions, or am I on the right track?
Thanks
Paul
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- CC Sea Skiff Air Scoops -- Mick Griffin, 16:19:42 02/15/03 Sat (spider-mtc-ti042.proxy.aol.com/64.12.101.167)
Hi:
I have just purcahased a 20 ft 1962 Sea Skiff. I am in need of the air scoops for the fore deck and the coverboards. I believe that they are made of plastic. Any body have any ideas where I can find them? I will be in Mt Dora for the show, no boat.
Thanks,Mick
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- 22' Sea Skiff for sale -- E-J, 08:18:32 11/03/02 Sun (d46.as1.klmz.mi.voyager.net/207.89.144.111)
I need to sell my un restored 1956 22' Sea Skiff with 'K' engine. Boat needs work but is complete as for hardware and engine. New set of 6 oversized pistons and ring for when engine will be rebuild, and a great 2 axle trailer (hinged). Boat is on a shipping cradle.
A set of drawings and al particulars from the Maritime Museum also included.
$1,000 firm for all. Kalamazoo, MI (I-94) 269-760-5862
Thanks
E-J Ohler
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- MT. DORA AND HARTWELL -- Faye and Alan, 09:30:15 02/15/03 Sat (spider-ta081.proxy.aol.com/152.163.205.81)
Hello All CCSSC Members:
We will be attending the St. Augustine Rendezvous, St. Johns River Cruise, Mt Dora Boat show and Hartwell Boat Show. If you are going to attend any of these, pleas let us know so that we can meet you.
MT. DORA Annual Meeting of CCSSC at 11 AM at the Pavillion in the park by the lake. Please try to come.
We will not have our boat in the water at Mt. Dora. However, at the HARTWELL BOAT SHOW there will be an award given to the BEST DECORATED CHRIS CRAFT SEA SKIFF. The boats should be decorated consistant with the age of the boat and if you wish to dig out your poodle skirts and decorate yourself too, all the better. This promises to be fun, hope you all participate.
We plan to have a CCSSC activity on FRIDAY EVENING. It will either be a "dutch treat" at a local restaurant or, weather permitting try for another WEENIE ROAST at the State Park (Brrrrr, remember two years ago?). Please let us know when you are coming. ALSO REMEMBER THERE ARE ACTIVITIES ON THURSDAY AND FRIDAY... not just the show on Saturday. Contact Julie for more information.
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- Hi All! I was planning to come to Mount Dora, & have registered, but.......I JUST BOUGHT MY FIRST HOUSE!!! ACK!! Okay calm down, I'm stressing just a tick here, LOL!! So I'm planning on closing mid March & moving outta here by the end of March. Its like this, Mount Dora or a Washer & Dryer? Seriously, money might be kinda tight for me, so I'm thinking Dora will be out this year (and this year only) but I will definitely be at Hartwell....A CCSSC activity on Friday sounds great! Faye, I am working on the Excel spreadsheet, give me another few days! (NT) -- Jennifer, 21:38:20 02/15/03 Sat
- REPOWER 18FT SEA SKIFF ??? -- DANNIE SCHADE, 15:16:58 02/05/03 Wed (pool-138-89-19-37.mad.east.verizon.net/138.89.19.37)
HELLO, I HAVE A 1958 18FT SEA SKIFF THAT I'M RESTORING. IT HAS THE FLAT HEAD SIX CHRYSLER IN HER NOW. I'M WONDERING IF ANYONE COULD RECOMEND A MORE MODERN "DROP IN" MOTOR ?? SOMETHING THAT MIGHT FIT IN THE SAME MOTER MOUNTS ... ETC....
THANKS DAN IN SEA BRIGHT N.J. DANNIE.SCHADE@VERIZON.NET
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- Good Restoration Books -- Paul, 22:22:34 02/04/03 Tue (1Cust134.tnt19.det3.da.uu.net/67.217.103.134)
Does anyone have any suggestions on publications I could buy on restoring an old Skiff? Ive found the internet to be a great tool, but I would like to read up on the process also.
Thanks for the help.
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- This may be a little premature but.....Whose going to Mount Dora??? -- Jennifer, 09:42:15 01/17/03 Fri (dialup-65.58.22.212.Dial1.Atlanta1.Level3.net/65.58.22.212)
Was just wondering who was going to show up at Mount Dora, and how many Skiffs we might have down there. I don't know if Dennis and Julie will bring Sport or the Jersey Skiff, and I do know that Bob Churchill won't be attending, so how many of us are there going to be?
And if we do have a good showing, any chance of us getting a decent dock space this year? Instead of being shoved out on the Boardwalk for what, like the 4 year in a row?
I won't be able to take the river cruise with you all, hey, remember I am the kid and I do still have to work for a living, LOL!! Seriously, I just can't spend that much time away from the office, especially since the Hartwell show is the week after and I'll be off for that as well.
I hope we have a good showing, and hope to see some of my new friends from Joe Wheeler in attendance!
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- Thanks to my friend Mom a/k/a Songbird for our new Banner!!! -- Jennifer, 09:10:51 01/15/03 Wed (dialup-67.30.250.131.Dial1.Atlanta1.Level3.net/67.30.250.131)
As you can see, we now officially have a banner on the Sea Skiff message board. My friend Mom (okay so I call her that, remember I am the "kid" of the group LOL!) was nice enough to put this together and host it on her website.
The pictures are from both Sea Skiff's weekends, the first being at Hartwell in 2001 and the 2nd at Joe Wheeler State Park in 2002.
Mom is also kind enough to have a small picture album of Sea Skiffs on her website, which she will graciously allow us to add to when we get more of our beauties.
Her website address is:
http://www.homestead.com/jagandcompany/
Okay, you caught me, my other passion in life besides Sea Skiffs is the television show JAG. I confess that I'm a JAGnik, and this is actually how I met Mom. Anyway, scroll down, and click on the Chris Craft Sea Skiff Club, and it will not only bring up the banner but other pictures as well. And what's really cool, if you click on the banner, it will link you directly to this board!!
Thanks for you hard work Mom, now if we could get you to Mount Dora I'm sure that most Skiff owners would be glad to give you a ride!!
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- not exactly a sea skiff -- W. Mulkerin, 23:27:44 12/28/02 Sat (ool-4356a5f6.dyn.optonline.net/67.86.165.246)
recently found a 22' cutlass and a k engine what do i do now? 203 767 6801
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- Merry Christmas, Happy New Year & Happy Hanakuh to all!! -- Jennifer, 10:16:06 12/12/02 Thu (dialup-67.30.250.20.Dial1.Atlanta1.Level3.net/67.30.250.20)
I know in today's society it isn't politically correct to say Merry Christmas, but oh well!!
I have burned a CD of Sea Skiff pictures (including some from both Sea Skiff weekends at Hartwell and Joe Wheeler) and have sent them to a friend of mine who will be making a banner containing pictures of our Sea Skiffs. I know its been forever, but I have been stressing over a state exam had to take and issues with the state licensing board I was dealing with since January. They are resolved (yeah I passed my test, LOL!) and now I can hopefully get back to more important things, like SEA SKIFFS!!!
I hope everyone has a very good Holiday, and I just want to say I am grateful for having the privilege of meeting several of you and am honored to call you friends!
Take Care!
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- Thoughts on 1960 30' Sea Skiff -- Brent Eades, 08:14:06 11/08/02 Fri (HSE-Kitchener-ppp230725.sympatico.ca/64.230.146.144)
There's a fellow with a 30' 1960 Sea Skiff for sale at what seems like quite a good price. It's in running condition, original engines. Interior is mostly original as well. Are there any particular "trouble spots" I should be checking for in this model and year? Based on a quick first look, it does seem pretty clean and sound...
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- Engine-Prop matches -- Bob Durand, 11:32:25 11/03/02 Sun (cache-mtc-am01.proxy.aol.com/64.12.97.6)
I have a 1957 30' open Sea Skiff with dual Chrysler 318LM V8 engines and am interested to know what other owners use in the hull/engine/propeller systems. I still utilize the origional 3-blade 14x11 3-blade Chris Craft units supplied with the boat and its straight-six engines counter rotating engines.they are #838RH &839LH.Any Suggestions?
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- Hello all!!!! -- Jennifer, 21:55:17 11/20/02 Wed (dialup-209.246.178.48.Dial1.Atlanta1.Level3.net/209.246.178.48)
I just posted a link at the top of the board to the Official Website of the Sea Skiff Club. Just click on the Sea Skiff word to take you to the home page!
I am still working on a banner, please bear with me. I have a state exam that I am studying like MAD for, and I promise I will get the pictures submitted to my banner maker next week!!!
Faye, I finally mailed the check back to you, sorry it took so long!
Hope everyone is doing just fine as the Holidays approach, my wish list is.......
A new trailer! LOL!!!
Take Care!!!
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- Sea Skiff Bow Flags -- Faye, 07:28:04 11/06/02 Wed (cache-dp01.proxy.aol.com/205.188.209.101)
Just a reminder that there will be no more Sea Skiff Flags like the ones we sold. My vendor is quitting business. The Michigan Chapter of ACBS has found a source and will be selling the flags from their chapter if you want them. Their flags will be on the same fabric as the Chris Craft Flags that they currently sell. Contact them if you need a flag. We would like for our boats to use the SeaSkiff Flag when we are all together... It looks soooooo good!
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- Sea Skiff's are the BEST! -- Faye, 15:29:42 10/27/02 Sun (cache-dp01.proxy.aol.com/205.188.209.101)
Good Job Jennifer... I hope the message board catches on. We need to spread the word. Why don't you contact Bill Large and give him the address for the newsletter. I hope that a lot of people sign on. I am sending this address to Randy for the web-page, hoping that we can link to it. Talk to you soon. It was great to see you and your Dad in Wheeler. We look forward to seeing you in St. Augustine? Faye
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- Joe Wheeler was a success!!! -- Jennifer, 13:00:36 10/27/02 Sun (dialup-63.210.79.122.Dial1.Atlanta1.Level3.net/63.210.79.122)
Wow! We have 10 boats in the water at Joe Wheeler, what a nice display of Sea Skiff's! Of course my was being its usual temperamental self and wouldn't run, but Chris Smith was nice enough to allow me to ride in Odyssea, and what a ride!
Why ride in a Chevy when you can ride in a Cadillac? Yippee! It was also great to meet some new folks, Ken & Nan, Dick & Janet, Ron & Jo Carol (I hope I got that right), Ray & Judy, and of course my friends Bob & Sheila, Dennis & Julie (and Ben!) and Alan & Faye.
All in all it was a successful weekend, and let's keep those Skiff's going!
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- Welcome! -- Jennifer, 23:42:52 10/11/02 Fri (dialup-63.210.74.144.Dial1.Atlanta1.Level3.net/63.210.74.144)
Welcome to your Chris Craft Sea Skiff Forum! I am the proud of owner of a 1960 Chris Craft, and am anxiously awaiting the gathering of Sea Skiffs next week at Joe Wheeler State Park in Alabama.
I will be adding a banner, calendar and links to the site as we move along, and anyone suggestions just click on the contact Forum Administrator and I will do my best to accomodate!
Welcome, and let's talk Skiffs!
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Re: Correct prop? -- Glenn, 22:03:16 08/20/03 Wed
Hi Brent! With a 30 footer, I would definitely make arrangements (if its in the water) to have it pulled so you can check the bottom for soft spots. I've know lots of people who have bought woodies (not just skiffs) thinking it was in great shape, but then found MAJOR problems with the bottom. It you aren't familiar, it might be worth it to hire someone to survey the boat for you to give you an idea of any (if there are some) problems. I've had to replace 1/3 of my bottom on my 60 20 footer, & then had some bulkhead damage to repair this past winter. (NT) -- Jennifer, 20:23:23 11/08/02 Fri