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  1. 52FordF2

    Another type of Fuggly does it count

    Archbuilder has something, just wondering if anyone else has seen or have another FUGGLY boat? Does this count? No, it's something I saw on the side of the road looks abandoned. No, it doesn't have a tree growing in it YET. but it does have 50 plus gallons of water in it. I already have...
  2. 52FordF2

    76 Hammond El Dorado V1950 Restoration

    I would have to say most of the grinding is done. after washing the interior of the boat there are a few spots that I missed. From this To this Just glued the new transom wood together, last night. Waiting for it to dry then start with the belt sander. I'm using Aruco 3/4 ply from Menards...
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    76 Hammond El Dorado V1950 Restoration

    I checked out the two boats. One is a 74 SeaRay SRV183 the other is a 75? Mark Twain The Twain he decided to ask his BIL if he can get rid of it. I tried to remove the tires on the SeaRay, thought I brought enough tools "wrong". Need some strongarms and a cheater pipe. It looks like I'll have...
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    76 Hammond El Dorado V1950 Restoration

    Well have you had those days were everything was going good. You know, givin yourself Atta Boy for a good job "wait for it" then one O carp a lot wipe them all out. Sand blasted fuel tank, Good Job Washed and Vinegar Etched, Good Job Worked on yard work killin a 16 X 30 BUSH. It is now a...
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    76 Hammond El Dorado V1950 Restoration

    There is a lot of pitting on the top of tank. I can find at least three pin holes to repair. I'll be sandblasting all pitting before I repair it. Here the plan: 1. Clean Tank inside and out. 2. Sandblast all pitting, will probably open a few more holes up. 3. Use the Aluminum rod to fill holes...
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    76 Hammond El Dorado V1950 Restoration

    Before I start on the stringers Ineed to see if I can repair the fuel tank. Ibetter clean it up first.
  7. 52FordF2

    76 Hammond El Dorado V1950 Restoration

    It looks like I can post.Its very slow. Ok I have got to the point I can start cutting transon and stringers. I have finish the majority of grinding, I hope. I have placed an order for supplies.
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    76 Hammond El Dorado V1950 Restoration

    testing
  9. 52FordF2

    Nautical Flea market Louisville KY

    This may be the wrong area to post this :eek: but, (edit)
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    76 Hammond El Dorado V1950 Restoration

    Re: 76 Hammond El Dorado V1950 Restoration Got a question for the Fiberglass guru's. 1. Can I use some type of degresser for this then acetone the carp out of it? I remember a type of 3M product and something called purple cleaner, or do you think I should break out my last can of...
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    76 Hammond El Dorado V1950 Restoration

    Re: 76 Hammond El Dorado V1950 Restoration Well I'm a little better left leg still swells up some.:faint2::eek::D Mrdjflores, I've been reading your posts glad you didn't have to give up the boat. If its sitting, covered and not burning any money, you could probably ignore it until funds...
  12. 52FordF2

    How is your Boat Sleeping this Fall/Winter?

    It was a -3 degree in Bloomfield,IN last night.:cool: More Snow on the way Dale
  13. 52FordF2

    '61 Crestliner Arabian Deluxe resto

    Re: '61 Crestliner Arabian Deluxe resto If the steering wheel has two drilled screw holes next to the large nut a steering wheel puller could be used. Don't know if you tried a two jaw gear puller. My wheel did not have the drilled screw holes, so I had to use the gear puller. It luckily had...
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    76 Hammond El Dorado V1950 Restoration

    Re: 76 Hammond El Dorado V1950 Restoration Well I washed out the boat yesterday. Got a lot of crud out. Here is some shots of the transom The problem area are where I wrote "Wet" at. I probably need to chase it some more, it looks like I am on the back side of the gell coat. On the window...
  15. 52FordF2

    78 galaxy boat

    Re: 78 galaxy boat Could it be a couple of jump seats, there are some in iboats.com or other online boat stores like mssboats.com. First you need to decide on jumps seats or bench The seat could also be a two position seat, but you would need to make them if like this. One position for...
  16. 52FordF2

    is this worth trying to fix up?

    Re: is this worth trying to fix up? That looks a little like mine, but they gave it to me free. They actually begged me to take it. I felt sorry for it and let it follow me home. Now it's a little happier that its drained and some of it cancer has been removed. If you do want it, they...
  17. 52FordF2

    76 Hammond El Dorado V1950 Restoration

    Re: 76 Hammond El Dorado V1950 Restoration Is there anyone out there who is having withdrawal symptoms? :eyebrows: I am just getting ready to start cutting out the boxes at the aft end and the foot rest section before starting on the stringers this week. If you need a fix please contact me and...
  18. 52FordF2

    76 Hammond El Dorado V1950 Restoration

    Re: 76 Hammond El Dorado V1950 Restoration Well I have to go on travel be back in a week or so. Now I just need to decide on what tool to use when I get back?:laugh: Decisions, Decisions Do you think I should get a few more tools, just to be on the safe side. I'm just going to be cutting...
  19. 52FordF2

    76 Hammond El Dorado V1950 Restoration

    Re: 76 Hammond El Dorado V1950 Restoration I don't know if this type of rusted bolt counts. :lol: or this Thanks for checking by, I'll keep ya'll posted 52FordF2
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    76 Hammond El Dorado V1950 Restoration

    Re: 76 Hammond El Dorado V1950 Restoration Also I lucked out on a portable 16 X 20 garage. They kind of ran over it with the fork lift an decided to throw it away. Smash a few poles and tore the cover. I also had a 30 year old tarp that I could use to replace the cover. Its an old type...
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