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HELEN M HOBART.

My grandfather bought a boat, later renamed the Helen M and transported it to Hobart in the late 60's early 70's.

Any information or photos would be greatly appreciated.

I have a ‘60 Elgin 40hp outboard. The manual says 20:1 fuel/oil ratio. That seems pretty rich to me.

Throttle and Gear select levers on old 2-cycle Elgin

Which lever belongs to which function?

Looking to get info on my 1937 iroquois boat works 15.5 foot double cockpit.

Any ideas or methods for removing plastic scuff marks from mahogany?

Would be grateful if some of you could give me some tips on ways you have successfully bent D-fir when constructing a wooden boat.

Can anyone recommend a gold paint that will maintain its bright colour.

Should I buy a wooden boat?
Looking for advice preferably from experienced owners.

I am in the process of buying a 1957 wooden boat which does require some planking renewal above the waterline and less work below the waterline.
My question is concerning the practice of fiberglassing the hull to protect and extend its life.

What do I have?

Is it a Chris Craft?

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I recently purchased my Pontoon boat and find it difficult to ship to my state Ohio in Cheap pricing.
Any Guidance will be helpful.

Boat/Marine Nomenclature?

I am restoring a '59 Elgin runabout and most parts are intact but some missing. One of the problems I have is knowing what something is actually called.

Jeff wants to know how to remove old registration stickers, without damaging the varnish.

What is the best knot and way to moor with only ring cleats available?

Reggie wants to know the name for that section (piece) which connects the keel to stem piece on larger carvel boats.

Rachel would like to know more about the 26ft Coast Guard, cabin launch from the 1930's that she is in the process of restoring.

Does anyone know anything about the origin of this boat that Chris is restoring?

Does anyone recognize this shop rumored to be in NJ.?

Any suggestions as to how much Jason should offer for a Dan kidney duck boat he has found?

Anyone recognize the logo in the middle of this steering wheel?

Jim is looking for original or reproduction parts for 1964 Thompson mahogany lapstrake boat.

Jim plans some minor DIY hull repairs on his 1954 OT 13'6" Cedar Lapstrake hull and is looking for recommendations for books or online resources.

Kris wants to know if he should keep his wooden punts in water during the winter.

Is it OK to dry stack a wooden cabin cruiser?

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Scott is looking for information on the Owens Flagship he has just acquired.

Jim would like to know if there would be an advantage to adding diamond plate to each side of the transom where his motor will mount

Simon has a question about Clinker boats built with transverse planking on stringers.

Who made "Ray Craft's"?

Where can Jim find Parts for his 50's Elgin Trailer?

Mike would like help with connecting his steering and transmission to a fly-bridge.

Can anyone help Richard to identify his wooden boat.

Val just bought this birch and teak ply boat and would like to know more about her.

Should Michael buy this 1957 Richardson salon cruiser?

Does anyone know what kind of boat it is and who the maker is?

Anyone know the approximate weight of a 1961 Thompson 16' Tomboy?

Does anyone have info on the Sagstadt Boat company, Seattle area?

What would a punt like wooden boat but with a flat (upright) stern for an outboard engine be known as?

How much can Chris get for his 1950's 16ft catamaran blue prints?

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Theo is looking for information on his mid or late 50's Jay Craft.

Anyone know how much a 1962 16 foot all wooden Chris Craft ski boat weighs?

Dan wants information on a "hydrovane" for his 1880's hull for a model sailboat.

An easy way for a 10 year old to fix small leaks in a wooden skiff?

Gary has a question about navigation lights on a 28' sailboat.

Terry wants to know how to remove the long crease from the front of the gaff to the end of the boom on "Menehune's" gaff rig?

Randy is looking for design plans to rig a sail and/or outriggers on his 18ft Chestnut Freighter Canoe.

Anas wants to know "what exactly is deck crown?"

Rafe would like to know anything about the boats found hanging from the ceiling in an old house he bought.

Can anyone help to identify this boat and who manufactured this her?

Can anyone help with information on a 19 '"Cruisers Inc." lapstrake wooden boat with a1968 Evinrude Starflite X 85hp engine?

Lewis is looking for any information the “Beer Lug Rig” method of tacking a dipping lug.

Do any of you ol 'salts have an opinion on the use of a' kellett '(anchor weight)?

Dave needs advice on the prepping and insurance needed to transport his 'connie' from WA, to Houston.

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Susan is seeking your experiences and any info, re getting insurance on an old Woodie.

Karmina would like to know how you use your boat.

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Can anyone help Jason with information about his 1948 Baycraft 16 'runabout?

Or any information on the history of Baycraft boats from the Oakland area of California?

Can anyone please help RC in Kansas City to identify the boat he is in the process of making a great job of restoring?

Where can David find the serial numbers on his 1957 Chris Craft Holiday?

And would the Chevy 400 engine have been the original equipment?

Mike wants to know if there is an optimum position for the mast position when converting to Junk Rig from Bermudan.

How can Rich find the year of registration of his 'Old Town Lapstrake'?

Can anyone help Nancy identify the boat she has just bought.

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HELEN M HOBART
My grandfather bought a boat and transported it to Hobart in the late 60's early 70's. Apparently it was built in either Stanley or Smithton and travelled …

Oil gas mixture
I have a ‘60 Elgin 40hp outboard. The manual says 20:1 fuel/oil ratio. That seems pretty rich to me. With new oil technology should I modify …

Throttle and Gear select levers on old 2-cycle Elgin
Which lever belongs to which function? Bent outer one and inner straight one. Which is the throttle and which is the gear select?

Bending D-fir gunwhales
I am attempting to bend 1x2 x14' D-fir for the gunwales on a wooden boat I am building. The bend is ~3' over a 7' length. I tried the dry wood …

30' USCG
30 SAR

Gold paint for cove line
Can anyone recommend a gold paint that will maintain its bright colour. I have tried a few but they are affected by the salt water and turn a dark colour. …

Should I buy wooden boat.
Looking for advice preferably from experienced owners. I’m 65 years old am an excellent carpenter with a lot of experience refinishing wood. I’m …

Fibre glassing a wooden boat
I am in the process of buying a 1957 wooden boat which does require some planking renewal above the waterline and less work below the waterline. My …

What do I have?
Bought this boat at an estate auction. No info except family member said it was a Chris Craft. It measures 14 feet over all. Any help would …

Boat Shipping Pricing?
Hey boating enthusiast, I recently purchased my Pontoon boat and find it difficult to ship to my state Ohio in Cheap pricing. I know there are lots …

restoring Alcyone
Hi my name is Sarah. My dad (Robert Spinks) loved boats and sailing on the Norfolk broads and at sea, he spent many months blood sweat and tears restoring …

Dunphy Wood Boat restore
I am acquiring a 50 ish Dunphy wood boat 12’. It’s been in my family for 60+ years. I want to restore it, its been in storage for 40 years, it …

Registration Sticker Removal
I have to replace the registration stickers on a boat I purchased from a different state. Any ideas how to remove the old stickers with out damaging …

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