'60 Dorsett

[kax2000]

Been thinking about a restore on this barn find.
My wife would really appreciate it if you guys could talk me out of it.

 

[sphelps]

Re: '60 Dorsett

That is one cool looking barn find ! I'm sure your wife could somehow see the benefits of bringing it home. Just tell her youwill be saving the environment or something and also how great she will look cruising the lake in it !

 

[Bob_VT]

Re: '60 Dorsett

Wow and the windshield is still intact!

Well I would restore it BUT, do you have a motor available?

A pretty boat w/o a motor is a glorified row boat! I imagine a nice 40 or 50 2 stoke would be fine for that.

AND

I will not get between you and the wife............ just explain how it is a home project and will keep you at home...... does she expect you to take up Golf and spend thousands on a new set of custom Ping clubs!!!

 

[Woodonglass]

Re: '60 Dorsett

Is that an I/O or Outboard setup??

 

[sphelps]

Re: '60 Dorsett

^^wondering the same^^

 

[kax2000]

Re: '60 Dorsett

It had a 1960 Mercury 300s which I already took off of it.

 

[jbcurt00]

Re: '60 Dorsett

Nice barn find kax. It makes it a whole different ballgame when it comes w/ a great looking early Merc 300. Even 1 that needs some care & attention.

I have no idea how the Fleet Admiral @these parts puts up w me & my nonsense RE: project boats & motors these days:facepalm:

So on that note, I wish you luck & a happy home, 1 w/ or w/out an interesting Dorsett in the garage. Whichever way lets you sleep w/ 2 closed eyes at night, & NOT on the couch.

 

[Yacht Dr.]

Re: '60 Dorsett

Been thinking about a restore on this barn find.
My wife would really appreciate it if you guys could talk me out of it.

Not worth the time or the $$ .. skip this one and look around.. ( I accept Paypal and AMX ) ..

Good find kax .. I would do her in a heartbeat with or without a motor .

I will not get between you and the wife............ just explain how it is a home project and will keep you at home...... does she expect you to take up Golf and spend thousands on a new set of custom Ping clubs!!!

Classic post !! LOL ..

YD.

 

[Woodonglass]

Re: '60 Dorsett

I need a vacation to Indiana. If the wife says NO, let me know and I'll drive up and take her off your hands. The Blue Flamingo Needs a mate and this would be perfect.

 

[andgott]

Re: '60 Dorsett

That's a great old boat- Dorsetts have a lot of style! They aren't as common on this coast, either... I'd be all over that.

 

[kax2000]

Re: '60 Dorsett

It's been over a year and I am finally bringing it home.
Where to start?

 

[sphelps]

Re: '60 Dorsett

Glad to see you finally decided to restore her ! Great lines . Just plain cool !
I guess the normal clean up and assessment . Transom ,deck, and stringer inspection .
Can,t wait to see it come together ! op2:

 

[GT1000000]

Re: '60 Dorsett

Nice barn find!
Glad to see you decided to bring it home...
Subscribed...op2:

 

[kax2000]

Re: '60 Dorsett

Trailer ready for blasting.

 

[kax2000]

Re: '60 Dorsett

Trailer progress.

 

[sphelps]

Re: '60 Dorsett

Nice job ! Looks like a new trailer !

 

[Brenn]

Re: '60 Dorsett

very cool,nice start

 

[kax2000]

Re: '60 Dorsett

Bow stop done!

 

[Woodonglass]

Re: '60 Dorsett

Soooo...What paint did you use on the Trailer??

 

[kax2000]

Re: '60 Dorsett

Seymour brand "BIG RIG PROFESSIONAL COATINGS" primer and paint.
Suggested uses: vehicle frames