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  1. PeninsulaPaul

    Diesel Conversion prop question

    I have a 1969 V-Hull Whitcraft 36'. I am starting new with the engine conversion, going from twin 6 cyl Chryslers to one center mounted 571 GM Diesel with an Allison Transmission. In order to ask advice for what prop I should use what information would you all need from me about my boat? I...
  2. PeninsulaPaul

    Generator Question

    I am, beyond a shadow of a doubt, one of the least knowledgeable about boats on these forums so forgive my questions if they seem silly or obvious. I am converting my boat to diesel, it has several things that need constant power. It has a refrigerator that can run on electric or gas, normal...
  3. PeninsulaPaul

    Fuel Tank question

    I am replacing the engine setup in my boat from a dual engine 6 cyl to a single 4 cyl turbo diesel. The fuel tank were removed by the previous owner. Looking at fuel tanks they come in a variety of shapes and sizes. I have room for one large tank or two medium sized tanks. My question is, is...
  4. PeninsulaPaul

    Scored an engine for my boat!

    Well most likely, if it will fit properly. For those that don't remember my boat was vandalized in a private marina. They got the engines, prop, drive and rudder. So I thought at first of converting to outboards and even bought a pair. Well I traded the outboards (full price) and paid a little...
  5. PeninsulaPaul

    VBerth restoration questions

    Hello, Haven't been on in a while. Lost my job last year and couldn't do anything with my boat. Got hired in Jan as a Corrections Officer so things are looking up again! I probably know the least of any member about restoration but am learning quickly. My boat is a 1969 Whitcraft 37'. The...
  6. PeninsulaPaul

    Nice little storm here....OUCH!

    So we had a nice little storm here and smack, the 45 - 50 mph winds sucked the sliding aluminum door right off my boat. I gathered the pieces and put the frame back together, no damage to the frame, for once I get to be appreciative of rusted bolts, that's where the door broke. So new bolts...
  7. PeninsulaPaul

    Another question from the house amatuer

    Hello, Paul here with my ongoing project. I am looking into replacing the metal rails on my boat. Many of the mounts are cracked, pitted and basically worn out to the point they let the rail wiggle too much. I have a set of rails on the upper deck that are square in shape, a set on the...
  8. PeninsulaPaul

    Anyone from the NW Washington State area?

    I am trying to take the advice of several members on the board here and find parts in a boat salvage yard. I just moved to the area and have no clue where any boat salvage yards are. Does anyone live in this area or know of boat salvage yards? Thanks as always
  9. PeninsulaPaul

    Trim tabs, at least I think they are...

    As you all know I am new to boating so please forgive if I am using wrong terms. I have what I believe to be hydraulically operated trim tabs on the back of my boat. See pic Since I am going outboard and it will just be able to plane (that's the plan) should I go through the expense of having...
  10. PeninsulaPaul

    Hauled out and Pressure Washed!

    Well from the first pics you can tell she was neglected, dirty, green slimey and just plain cosmetically challenged..lol http://i750.photobucket.com/albums/xx148/pepsi328/drydock1.jpg
  11. PeninsulaPaul

    Bottom paint...

    So since my girl is in drydock and will be moved over the the construction area ($25 a day...ouch) I thought it would be silly not to paint her hull. So I am deciding on what kind of bottom paint to use. She's a planing "V" hull and just needs finish sanding and a couple places with blisters...
  12. PeninsulaPaul

    Opinions on Thor Combo washer/dryer

    Once I am finished with my resto on my Whitcraft my intention is to live aboard. One of the sacrifices you normally make is doing your laundry in your "home" but I was told there is a combo washer/dryer made by Thor. Has anyone used one of these units? I have enough room for one on my boat but...
  13. PeninsulaPaul

    Question about Dinghy (sp?)

    I would like to carry a dinghy or inflatable on the upper deck of my boat, sort of a OS option in case anything bad happens (crossing my fingers). I am already making the stencil for my bottom paint that will be in red and florescent yellow and reads "If you can read this call the Coast Guard"...
  14. PeninsulaPaul

    Pics of my project 1969 Whitcraft 37'

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    OK Well my $1000 beast is finally drydocked

    Here she is in all her glory! http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=7584959&l=9f5590eff9&id=834948573
  16. PeninsulaPaul

    Brass Sink, clean or replace?

    I have a 1969 Whitcraft and swear the sink hasn't been cleaned since the boat was made. I am wondering if I should replace or try and clean this thing. It's VERY tarnished (or whatever the term for brass is) and stained. I have tried standard bathroom cleaners and even Comet and it doesn't even...
  17. PeninsulaPaul

    Question about outboard power

    Hello Everyone, I am restoring a 36' Whitcraft Coastal Cruiser. The engine, rudder and drive were stolen a few years back (long story) so instead of replacing them at GREAT expense, I opted to convert to outboards. I am working with Jeff at Outboard Exchange in Port Angeles, WA. GREAT guy, has...
  18. PeninsulaPaul

    V-Berth Question

    Hello, New member here. I have a 1969 Whitcraft Coastal Cruiser that I am restoring. The V-Berth has plenty of room for a very nice bed. Th eprevious owner tore out all the frame work and paneling so it left just the fiberglass hull in the V-Berth. I want to frame the area and repanel but have...
  19. PeninsulaPaul

    Are there any Whitcraft owners out there?

    I am restoring a 1969 Whitcraft and would like to talk to anyone who owns or is familiar with the Whitcraft boats. Thanks for any help.
  20. PeninsulaPaul

    First Boat and a long way to go...lol

    Hello everyone, new member here. My name is Paul, I live in Port Angeles, WA. I have always wanted to live on the water so I bought a 1969 Whitcraft. I am on the waiting list for the marina (liveaboard) so I have several years to complete my project. I am a BRAND NEW BOATER so be gentle...
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