In terms of time and money, there is no sanity connected to what we do and spend on our boats. Ironically, it is what keeps us saneIm a lot better than I used to be, back in the 80's I spent 90% of my money raising hell and chasing women. The rest just waisted
I think I developed a formula, 6 hours of maintenance for every hour of useTell me about it.
Went to move the boat over today for winter storage. One battery was bloated, shorted internally, taking out the other starting battery.
So two brand be size 27 starting batteries for the Carver this am.
Now she's resting inside.
Out of curiosity, since you're putting it away for the year, why not wait until Spring to get 2 new, fresh batteries?So two brand be size 27 starting batteries for the Carver this am.
I had to move the boat to the marina. Did not want to take any chance of the boat engines dying in the river. Current isn't bad right now, and I could drop the anchor, but who needs that hassle?Out of curiosity, since you're putting it away for the year, why not wait until Spring to get 2 new, fresh batteries?
I think a size 27 is what my tractor takes. Cost me $130 last week for a new one.
THE SIZE OF OUR TOYS DOES NOT CHANGE THE WORK INVOLVED TO KEEP THEM FIT!This time of year is busy. Lol. I pulled my boat from the slip 3 weeks ago and hauled it an hour drive home to put it away for the winter. It might not be a sailboat or carver cruiser but the work is still there. I already pulled the three batteries and stored them in the heated garage. I just need to clean up the water line scum and back it in under the carport on the shop. I love having the carport. It's all along one side of my 36x40 shop. Makes a great storage for the boat in the winter and the snowmobiles in the summer.
My advice,,,; DON"TMe too. I never sat down to actually list all the toys I've acquired.
I am always looking for a boat.1947 16' Chriscraft rocket, completely restored. They called it the rocket because at the time it was the worlds fastest production runabout-35 mph. Chrysler crown-6 with velvet drive. Looking for one?
exactly like that, and in that condition, even has the front and rear flag holders with its original wooden poles with lights.The trailer is even similar. Been sitting covered in the garage for the last 2 seasons.Like this?
The trailer boats are not too bad, just the bottom calking every couple years. If garage kept, the stay nice for a long time. Once they are restored, if you keep up on the maintenance and don't store them outside its not bad at all. Let them go and you will wish you didn't. The thing about them is its a boat worth under $20,000.00 and when your out, everyone will walk right by $80,000.00 master crafts etc to pay you a compliment.Beautiful vessels.
There's a forty or so footer that comes to Saint Joseph every year for a bit. It's a new boat, but all shiny mahogany with electropolished stainless fittings and some shiny brass.
So beautiful, but who knows the upkeep costs.
I think buying that boat was the cheapest expense.
You're killing me man!exactly like that, and in that condition, even has the front and rear flag holders with its original wooden poles with lights.The trailer is even similar. Been sitting covered in the garage for the last 2 seasons.
sent you a pm let me know if you didn't get it.You're killing me man!
When you are ready, PM me your asking price.
I gotta know.
There are a couple of these around $10K but who knows if they are "right."
Right now I have two runabouts halfway thru restoration. GT 150 Glastron ( yeah the James Bond version) and a 15 ft Vampire (1970 model) which is basically a drag boat hull with an outboard.
The150 needs an interior. The Vampire needs a new stern and motor. I have a vintage 80 HP merc for it.
But the Hippie Ridge ranchette is consuming my time and money
1947 16' Chriscraft rocket, completely restored. They called it the rocket because at the time it was the worlds fastest production runabout-35 mph. Chrysler crown-6 with velvet drive. Looking for one?
Just curious how many horsepower it would be
Those old marine l-6 engines only made around 100 hp. but they have a long strike and make around 235 ft# and that is what makes the boat go.Just curious how many horsepower it would be.