3/10/2023 0 Comments 1955 morphew wood runabout boatInstalling the tank and its related plumbing, followed by the seats is next. After allowing it to cure, we will apply our own stain-varnish. As I type, RJ is behind me inserting a bead of mahogany-colored 3M 5200 into the seam formed where the outer edged of the frame meets the deck. We now have it in place and fastened down. This boat is offered by the Reedville Fishermens Museum, a non-profit organization. Vintage Johnson Seahorse that is not in running condition. All sitting on a circa 1957 Holsclaw boat trailer. We can now safely say that, even absent the Sandusky plant’s tooling, the window-sealing dado can be routed into the frame. Rebuilt and refinished by the Reedville Fishermens Museum Boat Shop. 842 1955 Thompson 14 ft Thomboy runabout Not too long ago I completed restoration of this 1955 Thompson Bros. Designed by Richard Arbib, the Coronado was brand new for 1955. Been toying with the idea of getting it soda blasted back to bare wood on the inside and hand rubbing the outside of the hull. and to launch the 1956 Gerrard Cedar Strip Runabout restored by the grade 7. Years of build-up but timbers in really good condition overall. With the two front panels in place, the gasket material cut to length, and holding our individual and collective breath more than a little, we began working around the frame, pushing the spade into its slot.Įverything went super smoothly, as this clip evidences. The boat that separated Century from the pack and ushered in a modern era of design and styling. Santa and the Elves drop in and the boys and girls make tree ornaments. First, however, we faced a critical test. Thank you for your interest.We broke for lunch, after which it was time for RJ and me to mount the windshield back on this 1955 20′ Lyman runabout’s foredeck. Please note that this boat is for sale locally and can be unlisted on classifieds board at any time. I regret to sell this amazing beauty but we bought a home with an HOA so I can't have the garage door open to fuss with her. The trailer has new tires, and has independent springs for unpaved surfaces. Misc stuff: I have a brand new 6volt deep cycle battery and case. The boat has been in the water one time since the recent refurbishments, at a lodge in the sierras. The carburetor was rebuilt, the motor has new magnetos, wires, spark plugs, impeller, and gear oil replaced. The original engine has been rebuilt by an outboard motor specialist (You can search YouTube "Vintage outboard1955 Johnson 25hp"). The throttle linkage controls and dash placards are in outstanding condition as well. The "Kainer" steering wheel is the best I've seen (except for maybe a museum). The front glass windows are flawless, as is the interior windshield rubber seals. I also made sure the original holes were used when installing the new top. I recently replaced the removable top utilizing high quality sunbrella material. 5,000 1956 Wood Runabout w/30 hp Johnson motor Rebuilt in 2016 new Kirksville, MO. Join millions of people using Oodle to find unique used boats for sale, fishing boat listings, jetski classifieds, motor boats, power boats, and sailboats. 1955 Norseman Classic Wooden BoatI am the second owner, the boat has been garaged its entire life. Find 1955 to 1957 Boats for Sale with Wood on Oodle Classifieds.
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