To buy???

boat dr wrote: Parts alone are worth that,could turn out to be a diamond in the rough. TRBenj, you would have walked on my old boat with that attitude, am so glad I did not ask the big question to you.

The parts may be worth a grand- but does that really matter if you dont part the boat out? If a restore is planned, then you have to at least consider what the finished product will be worth and what it will cost to get to that point. A total restore (repower plus stringers/floor) is a big undertaking that will take a lot of time and money to complete- so it only makes sense to buy the boat right to begin with. Unfortunately (or fortunately), classic CC's just dont appreciate much even when theyre pristine.

Dont get me wrong, Doc- Im a dumpster diver too. Like you, Ive got more money into my boat than I could ever recover. Just trying to apply some logic here. If I didnt do that Id already have more project CC's than Reid.

TRBenj wrote: boat dr wrote: Parts alone are worth that,could turn out to be a diamond in the rough. TRBenj, you would have walked on my old boat with that attitude, am so glad I did not ask the big question to you. The parts may be worth a grand- but does that really matter if you dont part the boat out? If a restore is planned, then you have to at least consider what the finished product will be worth and what it will cost to get to that point. A total restore (repower plus stringers/floor) is a big undertaking that will take a lot of time and money to complete- so it only makes sense to buy the boat right to begin with. Unfortunately (or fortunately), classic CC's just dont appreciate much even when theyre pristine. Dont get me wrong, Doc- Im a dumpster diver too. Like you, Ive got more money into my boat than I could ever recover. Just trying to apply some logic here. If I didnt do that Id already have more project CC's than Reid.

If I didnt do that Id already have more project CC's than Reid

That's my goal.

boat dr wrote: Just trying to apply some logic here!!!!!!! What a play on words Tim,If I was doing the above I would not own a 1964 American Skier. What exactly does "LOGIC" mean??????

Doc, whether you know it or not, you are either logical or have self control since you only have one CC. Since I lack the latter, I try to use the former- otherwise my collection would be increasing exponentially.

I guess with that sort of reasoning, Vondy should go pick up the boat for $1500 regardless of its condition... no logic required since he's currently CC-less.

Hollywood wrote: I'll bet vondy is thinking he logged into PN! Thanks for turning another thread about a cool old boat into a bitch/whining session guys!!!

Vondy,
Make sure you can take it for a spin before you buy it!
(sorry guys couldn't resist )

Cool little boat.
In my worthless opinion - Grab it!
Looks like a nice base for a resto. If not part it out.

Tim, I currently own more than one boat....

1) 1987 18' ski boat open bow w/ 90 Yamaha
2) 1998 16' Grummen bass boat w/ 40 yamaha
3) 1989 19' VIP Kona speed boat w/150 Merc
4) 1997 17' VIP Open Bow w/140 OMC stern drive
5) 1985 14' Hobie Turbo
6) 1986 16' Hobie
7) 1981 17' Hobie
8) 1982 18' Hobie
9) 1984 18' Hobie
10)1986 18' Hobie
11) 1998 26' Wharrem Catermaran,Home Built

Plus a yard full of parts boats and asst. junkers.
All the above boats can be put in the water today and used,WHERE IS THERE ANY LOGIC IN THE REASONING PROCESS THAT PLAYS OUT IN MY HEAD. I just have more "HOLES " than you

You guys crack me up...

Someone's asking if they should buy a boat for $1500 bucks, he's handy, doesn't seem to be worried about the thing, no matter what's wrong with it..... I mean come on.. $1500 is worth $1500 worth of plain ole "work" Anywone willing to buy a boat for this amount, and doesn't think their going to but a few more grand in it to make it reliable, safe, and functional is living in a dream world... Anyone looking to rape the guy for less than $1500 is just being a pig.. Just buy the frigg'n boat, buy another $1500 in beer to enjoy while rebuilding the thing and have a nice day already...I mean, right???

Moj
Happy Holidays hahaha..

Does anyone here have a website or post detailing a restoration they have done?

vondy wrote: Does anyone here have a website or post detailing a restoration they have done?

All the info you need is right here on this site. Pretty much anything that you can think of has been documented at least once.

To get an idea of whats involved in a total stringer and floor replacement, check out SkiBum's thread like HW mentioned. To get an idea on a reverse rotation engine rebuild, check out 81Nautique's rebuild.

87BFN owner wrote: Learning to foot with friends is great but learning to foot with friends and your brother is awsome.

How right you are Jim...me (56) and my bro (64) still get in a couple double runs every year at Norris Lake. Just awesome...hope we can do it for a long time!

john

Pete, DO NOT, I REPEAT , DO NOT BE IMPRESSED..
I need sympathy, understanding and the ability to say yes to sell or no to buy.
Sounds as if my reasoning is awash.....
Reids shed is full of collectible boats,
My shed is full of boats I have collected.
There is a Major difference is my reasoning and his.
        His wallet is fatter than mine

Jbear
I hope you and your brother get to make those double runs for a long time to come. AS for my brother he is going to Western Michigan in January to be a pilot. So I don't think we will be seeing any doubles from him and I until mid summer.

When I bought my boat 13 years ago , I bought it without knowing if it ran . I know it didnt float, for long . So basicaly I bought an anchor .

It was a cool boat . I told my mom, when she offerd for me to buy her nice boat , cheap,
(I want THAT boat !!!)

I paid 1000 because I wanted it . But I also got lucky that it did run .

What it comes down to is ,how bad do you want that particular boat .

Bruce that is one nice looking Mustang,doesn't look like it needed anything.

Got some more info and pics. Turns out the stringers were not replaced but are solid, although they might need repair in back. The floor panels are solid (fiberglass). Does need a new starter. Carpet of course needs to be replaced.

That's what I know. I'm thinking more $1,000 than $1,500.

thanks!

David, I once again do not want to scare you away from this boat but from the looks of the wood and missing glass that you will need to do stringer work. I don't really agree with Joe's idea of doing a partial on the rear. As long as you are tearing out bad sections, you might as well do them all. I'd like to add that I think you will find problems with the wood forward too. The test's for solid stringers are preliminary. If you buy it, you can drill some holes into the stringers close to the hull and see what comes out. What did you do to check them?