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    1966 Searay restoration

    Hi, I have started to restore a 1966 Searay srv 17 outboard. I have begun compounding the hull with an orbital polisher and med compund. It is a blue green color and very faded. The pad that came with the buffer loads up way to often and does not bite enough. Does anyone know the best...
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    1967 SeaRay srv170

    Hi got lucky (I think) and bought a 1967 SeaRay SRV 170 with trailr (no engine) for 100.00. I believe the deck and transom are solid glass without any wood. Steering is there as well as an Evinrude throttle assembly. All good, needs seats and a motor. Any info on this model SeaRay ? Thanks
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    Windshield gaskets

    I am restoring a 1972 Larson All American. I need new windshield gaset material. Anyone know of a supplier ? Thanks in advance Jim
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    Evinrude Selectric

    Question guys, can I replace the selectric controls with a two lever control on a 1964 Lark 40HP ? Thanks in advance, Jim
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    The unknown aluminum boat

    Does anyone remember the 1930's or 1940's aluminum boat someone post ed here ? It looks like something out of deathlands or Dr Moriarty. A picture would be great. I don't know if anyone identified this strange rig, thanks
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    Larson opinions wanted

    Opinions on older Larson runabouts wanted. Say 1970-1975. Enry level, good boay, well bilt or just plain crax ? Thabnks as I am looking to finalize a purxhase and need your good opinions. J :confused:
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    MEG hardtop

    Hi, Anyone know approx value of an MEG 17 foot glass runabout with factory hardtop worth ? Hull is good as well as transom. Seats are crap. The deck is fiberglass ( looks original). Sorry poor pic. This guy offered it to me for 200.00 with a good trailer. Just an educated guess is fine with me...
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    1964 Evinrude twin wiring ??

    Hi guys, I bought a 1964 Evinrude 40HP twin. I had to disconnect all the wiring from the dash and the junction box.. I di not disconnect anything from the motor. Can anyone post how to reconnect the engine side to the "box" and from the box to the dash. I am at a loss on all things electric...
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    1972 Larson Project

    I am picking up a 1972 Larson All America this week. It needs a new deck toward the bow, I will replace it all. Question . I puled up some of the plywood and the stringers appear to be wrapped in fiberglass. I can see no wood at all. They are at least 8" in width and 8" high from the hull...
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    Free interior, I think (25.00)

    I was lucky enought to spot a 1970 Caravelle that was being sold for parts. The interior was very good with a bad engine and no outdrive. The side panels had a very nice tuffted maroon vinyl with top rails and bottom shelving. When I looked close it appears the vinyle was glued directly to the...
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    Changing the Glastron "stripe"

    I want to change the color of the side stripe on my 1970 Glastron. Any suggestion on the pait type ? I hear Pettit EasyPoxy is very good. Any help ? Thanks
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    Weight of a Glastron ?

    Anyone know the weight of a 1970 Glastron v145 ? Any website or whatever that may help ? Thanks, Jim
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    v145 interior info needed

    Hi, I am starting to restore to original my 1970 V145 Galstron interior vinyl. My question is does anyone have a detailed picture of a restored interior that I can use to recreate the original ? The brochure pictures really do not give a good photo of the interior. Your help would b...
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    Vinyl repairs

    Hi, I have a 1970 Glastron v145 with a burgundy interiro. I have some small cracks appeeraing in the seats. Is there anything to soften the vinyl ? Or is a "repair kit" the only way. Your advice is appreciated, Thanks, Jim
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    First Glastron 19?? / Model ??

    I just bought this Glastron from an old timer. He had the boat stored in his barn. He started the motor every year fro the past 10 years. He had the floor replaced. The interior seating does not look original. Anyway I am picking it up on Saturday (with the paperwork). I intend to restore...
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