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8122pbrainard 
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 Posted: November-21-2017 at 7:28pm |
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Don,
The fuel tank being disconnected I'm sure was for better access to the aft and the rudder port. The port is the piece of brass with 4 holes in it and a packing nut on the top. BTW, the straps to hold the tank in are also missing. CC typically would have used the perforated metal strapping typically used to hang plumbing pipes. How about some pictures of the motor box? Some call them the "dog house"!! |
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8122pbrainard
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Posted: November-21-2017 at 8:55pm |
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You mentioned never bleaching wood so here's an interesting article on wood bleaches that you may find interesting. I have always used the two part bleach.
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Posted: November-22-2017 at 6:55pm |
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Thanks. I happened to see that same article yesterday while surfing the web.
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Posted: November-22-2017 at 7:08pm |
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Thanks for the info on the fuel tank. I was not aware of the plumbers strap. Lost in the shuffle somewhere. I am adding a few photos of the engine cover. The before picture is the only one I have. The rest are after I did some sanding. I am ordering some stripper and interlux stain today.
 Front, Side, Back and top view.    
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8122pbrainard
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Posted: November-22-2017 at 7:23pm |
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Don,
From the pictures, the dog house is looking good. 
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Gary S
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Posted: November-22-2017 at 9:12pm |
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Most likely has access to better strippers than the ones you use Pete.
 Probably something to do with the temperatures you encounter  Maybe Quinner can get you some......
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8122pbrainard
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Posted: November-23-2017 at 8:14am |
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Gary, Sounds like Don sanded the finish off and didn't need a CQ stripper!
It is possible to sand since the original CC factory finish wasn't more than a couple coats. But, I suggested stripper (and then bleach because of the gray water stains) so the minimum amount of wood is removed. The danger of sanding too much of the face veneer is high and that would leave Don without a "paddle" to go any farther with the original wood. |
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Posted: November-23-2017 at 10:43am |
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After removing the white stripes, what type of paint should I use for the stripes? Do I stain everything first then add the stripes? Is there a clear coat on top of that?
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8122pbrainard
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Posted: November-23-2017 at 10:56am |
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Don,
On seams whether fake or "live", I have always used paint just before the final coat of varnish. You are almost to the point of using the paste wood filler to fill the open grain of the Mahogany so if you haven't researched the process yet, spend some time. Here's a good video on the process part one that explains the basics . Make sure you also view part 2 and 3. |
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Jay SE IN.
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Posted: November-26-2017 at 12:04am |
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Wow! I had a 63 exactly like that one for 13 years. Rambler Fireball 138. They sound like a million dollars! Sold it back to the guy I bought it from. My 3 girls were real little and I needed a boat with more freeboard for safety. Bought a 70 Southwind 20. What a bunch of great memories! Honeymoon at Lake of the Ozarks for one.....You will LOVE IT!!!
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"THESE are the good old days" ( thanks, Dad!)
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Posted: November-26-2017 at 4:47pm |
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I hope the project turns out well. I honeymooned at Lake of the Ozarks also. Probably before you were born. Nineteen fifty-seven. :-)
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Jay SE IN.
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Posted: November-26-2017 at 5:23pm |
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Close......1955 . Honeymoon 1980.
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"THESE are the good old days" ( thanks, Dad!)
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Posted: December-02-2017 at 3:47pm |
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Engine cover before and after stain. Will 220 grit sandpaper be fine enough before varnish?
 
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Posted: December-02-2017 at 3:50pm |
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No. Mahohany is rather soft. Try 100 grit with the grain. This is really taking me down memory lane!
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"THESE are the good old days" ( thanks, Dad!)
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8122pbrainard
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Posted: December-02-2017 at 4:49pm |
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NO on 100!! In fact, I question the need for any sanding at this point. It shouldn't need any before you get any sealer or varnish on it. |
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Posted: December-02-2017 at 4:55pm |
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Woops! Holy crap! What I MEANT to say was 400. I had the poor guy going backwards! Sorry. I will keep quiet and just listen!
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"THESE are the good old days" ( thanks, Dad!)
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8122pbrainard
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Posted: December-02-2017 at 6:17pm |
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Don,
Have you purchased any varnish yet? |
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Posted: December-02-2017 at 8:07pm |
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No. I used Interlux 42 stain purchased from Jamestown Distributors. The directions on the can said to use a single package varnish, whatever that is.
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Posted: December-02-2017 at 9:08pm |
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Don,
What is meant regarding a "single" package is a single component rather that a two component (two cans) varnish. The two components have some pretty aggressive solvents in them that would lift the filler stain out of the wood, I've always had good luck with Flagship but, I'm hearing good things about Jamestown's Total Boat line. |
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Posted: December-04-2017 at 12:45am |
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I read the link about the flagship and also the Total Boat. I might go with the Total Boat just because it is a newer process. Also, I used the Mahogany color for the dark stain but was wondering what the color is called for the lighter stain. (see photo)
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Posted: December-04-2017 at 9:09am |
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Don,
Other colors of filler stains are made by Sandusky. Take a look at the Cordova. I suggest calling Sandusky to see if they have a color chart they can send you. Lyman 28 may be close too. Keep in mind that there are two factors that affect matching. First is the existing color on the boat has been lightened through the years by sunlight. Second is you will be bleaching the wood so you will be starting with a lighter color. |
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Posted: December-04-2017 at 9:17am |
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Don,
Previously I mentioned sealing the wood after the filler stain and before varnish. You can use a wood sealer or reduce your varnish 50% for the fist coat. |
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Posted: December-23-2017 at 11:25am |
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  The engine cover with one coat of varnish. I am planning on painting the grooves before the last coat. Also, while cleaning the bilge area under the motor with tsp mixed with water I noticed some leaking under the boat. Can that be fixed with some caulking on the inside or is it more complicated than that? |
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Posted: December-23-2017 at 11:29am |
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The long dark spot is my shadow.
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Posted: December-23-2017 at 12:20pm |
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Looking good! Make hull repairs from the outside.
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Posted: December-23-2017 at 1:00pm |
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Thanks.
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Posted: December-23-2017 at 2:36pm |
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Sweet boat Don. Congrats! Interesting thread.
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8122pbrainard
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Posted: December-23-2017 at 5:20pm |
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This is why I was curious about and asked if you could see any screw pops on the hull bottom. Pictures would be great. Looking at your picture that shows the transom, it looks like the PO did do at least a bottom paint job. Do you have any detailed information on what he did? Screw popping means loose ply to frames. Just caulking and painting will not fix the problem. I'm sorry to say if it leaks from the inside out, it will leak worse in the water. |
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Posted: December-23-2017 at 5:24pm |
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Don,
Did you?
What varnish did you end up getting? |
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Posted: December-24-2017 at 1:00am |
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OK. I'll be out of town for a few days. When I return I'll check for screw popping more closely and take some close-up photos. Thanks for responding.
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