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**Author:** [@matt](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/u/matt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2025, 9:42am UTC](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/ugh-crap-and-sorry/484 "2025-01-06T09:42:09Z")
For some dumb reason, actually I am sure it’s my dumbness, notifications of you requesting to sign up are being missed. NOT IGNORED. I check the forum about 4 times a day for that very reason. And nothing, and then days … --- ## [Chris Craft Throttle layout](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/chris-craft-throttle-layout/479)
**Author:** [@jshendrix01](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/u/jshendrix01)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2025, 1:06pm UTC](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/chris-craft-throttle-layout/479 "2025-01-03T13:06:00Z")
I’m finishing up the restoration of a 1940 Chris Craft 16’ Special Race Boat. What I’m trying to determine is the correct idle location and direction of travel for the steering wheel throttle control. I’ve read a lot o… --- ## [Transom gold leaf lettering](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/transom-gold-leaf-lettering/470)
**Author:** [@81Nautique](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/u/81Nautique)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2024, 7:52pm UTC](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/transom-gold-leaf-lettering/470 "2024-12-21T19:52:23Z")
Looking for someone to do the transom lettering and gold leaf on my boat restoration. I’m in the Chicagoland area. I went with vinyl on my last boat but I want to go hand painted and gold leaf on this one. Thanks in a… --- ## [Barn find Chris Craft 1940 25 foot sporsman](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/barn-find-chris-craft-1940-25-foot-sporsman/323)
**Author:** [@WoodyBoatDoc](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/u/WoodyBoatDoc)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2024, 12:42pm UTC](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/barn-find-chris-craft-1940-25-foot-sporsman/323 "2024-12-21T12:42:03Z")
Pictured Barn Find original Chris Craft delivered to Decatur Illinois. 1940 25 foot sportsman. 12509, Shipped April 5th 1940, Green Leather , Name on side ( Chris Craft Sportsman) . Unfortunately, the gentleman that fo… --- ## [Tachometer signal](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/tachometer-signal/474)
**Author:** [@Muze](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/u/Muze)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2024, 8:20pm UTC](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/tachometer-signal/474 "2024-12-16T20:20:25Z")
Years ago I had my Gray Marine combinated rpm/ oil p/ amps/ temp meter rebuild from 6V to 12V and from mechanical shaft rpm drive to a electric rpm signal input. So far I never picked up and connected a electric rpm sign… --- ## [G-14 Where do these boat numbers get assigned from?](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/g-14-where-do-these-boat-numbers-get-assigned-from/471)
**Author:** [@Wolfgang](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/u/Wolfgang)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2024, 11:29am UTC](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/g-14-where-do-these-boat-numbers-get-assigned-from/471 "2024-11-28T11:29:20Z")
I want to use G-14 on my new boat. How do these number get assigned or do you just use what you want? --- ## [I need the logo for a 1933 - 18 ft Chris Craft](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/i-need-the-logo-for-a-1933-18-ft-chris-craft/469)
**Author:** [@RLMM](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/u/RLMM)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2024, 12:02pm UTC](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/i-need-the-logo-for-a-1933-18-ft-chris-craft/469 "2024-11-16T12:02:57Z")
New wood on the sides, I need to re-create the gols letters, any help is appreciated. --- ## [Anyone see the '29 CC Commuter on Facebook](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/anyone-see-the-29-cc-commuter-on-facebook/464)
**Author:** [@flyn4cents](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/u/flyn4cents)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2024, 9:24pm UTC](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/anyone-see-the-29-cc-commuter-on-facebook/464 "2024-11-13T21:24:12Z")
My brother sent me the link but I don’t have a FB account. All I can do is look at the basic info. Partially restored, Severna Park, MD " Right up the road" for Matt! --- ## [Paragon 4XE Reverse Gear Problem](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/paragon-4xe-reverse-gear-problem/452)
**Author:** [@gwd](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/u/gwd)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2024, 11:28am UTC](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/paragon-4xe-reverse-gear-problem/452 "2024-11-03T11:28:47Z")
1951 Chris Craft 50’ Catalina powered by original rebuilt W’s with rebuilt Paragon 4XE reverse gears. After 20 year restoration, on maiden voyage, after backing off sandbar, port shift level would not go in forward. St… --- ## [Wood putty filler](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/wood-putty-filler/451)
**Author:** [@Wolfgang](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/u/Wolfgang)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2024, 7:22pm UTC](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/wood-putty-filler/451 "2024-10-29T19:22:59Z")
I’m in need of a stain able wood putty filler that will work with Lockwood brand water based stain. I’ve tried three different brands and also made my own. What I’m trying to accomplish is filling in and staining a very … --- ## [Looking for information on an antique Mullins](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/looking-for-information-on-an-antique-mullins/454)
**Author:** [@tparsons56](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/u/tparsons56)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2024, 9:58pm UTC](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/looking-for-information-on-an-antique-mullins/454 "2024-10-28T21:58:42Z")
Last night we went out to dinner with friends and in the conversation they mentioned that they had bought an old boat sight unseen on an online estate auction. I asked what kind of boat and they thought it was a pressed… --- ## [Ideas for rolling engine cradle](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/ideas-for-rolling-engine-cradle/453)
**Author:** [@Anthony](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/u/Anthony)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2024, 11:34am UTC](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/ideas-for-rolling-engine-cradle/453 "2024-10-21T11:34:44Z")
Hi I have 4 Gray Marine 4’s, I am looking for suggestions on a sturdy design for a rolling cradle ? Pictures appreciated! Thanks Anthony --- ## [Service Manuals](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/service-manuals/447)
**Author:** [@Darthtrader](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/u/Darthtrader)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2024, 9:30pm UTC](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/service-manuals/447 "2024-09-20T21:30:35Z")
Looking for service and parts manuals for a 1957 354 Chrysler Marine Hemi and its accompanying transmission. --- ## [Cutwater 1947 Chris Craft U-18](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/cutwater-1947-chris-craft-u-18/385)
**Author:** [@jshendrix01](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/u/jshendrix01)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2024, 10:46pm UTC](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/cutwater-1947-chris-craft-u-18/385 "2024-09-16T22:46:53Z")
Does anyone have a good source for the fabrication of a cutwater for a 1947 Chris Craft U-18 or have one that will fit? I don’t even have an old one for a pattern but I’m sure I can create a template. Most of the metal… --- ## [1942 Larson “Bernice”](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/1942-larson-bernice/449)
**Author:** [@Jake218](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/u/Jake218)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2024, 6:59pm UTC](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/1942-larson-bernice/449 "2024-09-16T18:59:10Z")
Hello All! I think I may have found the right sight for help with my new project. I picked up “Bernice” this past Sunday and I’m just starting to compile my to-do list to start restoring her. My family has some interes… --- ## [Fat CC logo, -‘47-?](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/fat-cc-logo-47/434)
**Author:** [@flyn4cents](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/u/flyn4cents)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2024, 10:43am UTC](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/fat-cc-logo-47/434 "2024-09-14T10:43:29Z")
I saw this many moons back on the WB site, does anyone have a version of the logo that I can send to a sign printer, or something that can be manipulated to the correct size. This is my first time trying to add the .jpe… --- ## [M Engine Quit - Any ideas?](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/m-engine-quit-any-ideas/433)
**Author:** [@tparsons56](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/u/tparsons56)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2024, 10:56pm UTC](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/m-engine-quit-any-ideas/433 "2024-09-11T22:56:41Z")
The “M” has been running great all summer. After two weeks of not being run I went to start it and at first it fired up but then died. Started again, ran briefly, died and then nothing. Turns over fine but won’t start … --- ## [Need clum switch](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/need-clum-switch/440)
**Author:** [@rljmd](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/u/rljmd)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2024, 10:28am UTC](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/need-clum-switch/440 "2024-09-02T10:28:46Z")
Anyone know where I can get this item? --- ## [Ignition Switch for 1941 19' Custom](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/ignition-switch-for-1941-19-custom/436)
**Author:** [@tparsons56](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/u/tparsons56)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2024, 4:23pm UTC](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/ignition-switch-for-1941-19-custom/436 "2024-08-29T16:23:23Z")
Per my previous post our M engine quit and I could not get it restarted. After much trial and error I finally turned to the talented staff at Maritime Classics in Traverse City for help and it was discovered the ignitio… --- ## [Cruisers Inc. 302 Identification - Barn Find](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/cruisers-inc-302-identification-barn-find/435)
**Author:** [@seth5407](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/u/seth5407)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2024, 2:36pm UTC](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/cruisers-inc-302-identification-barn-find/435 "2024-08-29T14:36:34Z")
Hello all, I’m new to the wood boat hobby and to your forum. I’m looking to restore an old wooden boat and I’m having trouble identifying it. It appears to be somewhere between a 60’-64’ Cruisers Inc. 302 18’; however, i… --- ## [HOW DOES THIS HAPPEN? Water pump sploads!](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/how-does-this-happen-water-pump-sploads/431)
**Author:** [@matt](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/u/matt)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2024, 11:06am UTC](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/how-does-this-happen-water-pump-sploads/431 "2024-08-22T11:06:37Z")
Okay since no one is needing any advice these days. I am gonna ask this, cause we are very confused. Jimmys water pump on a newer Mercruiser engine, just broke in half. Plastic yes. But the impeller is still good, and Ba… --- ## [How do I make the Spray Rails?](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/how-do-i-make-the-spray-rails/311)
**Author:** [@Warren](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/u/Warren)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2024, 4:47pm UTC](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/how-do-i-make-the-spray-rails/311 "2024-07-27T16:47:00Z")
So I’m down to making the Spray Rails on a 1950 Chris Craft Riviera. Anyone have some ideas on how to make these? --- ## [Assembly diagram](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/assembly-diagram/427)
**Author:** [@Warren](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/u/Warren)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2024, 2:33am UTC](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/assembly-diagram/427 "2024-07-27T02:33:06Z")
I’m looking for a steering wheel assembly diagram for a 1950 Chris Craft Riviera. I’ve got lots of parts just don’t know if I have everything as well as the order. Thank you, Warren --- ## [Miss APBA Plans](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/miss-apba-plans/423)
**Author:** [@Cliff](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/u/Cliff)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2024, 11:38pm UTC](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/miss-apba-plans/423 "2024-07-23T23:38:12Z")
Where are can you get a copy of the John Hacker designed 26’ race boat Miss APBA? I thought they were available at the Mariners Museum in Virginia. Thank you --- ## [Bottom paint manufacturer](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/bottom-paint-manufacturer/418)
**Author:** [@DennisSpillane](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/u/DennisSpillane)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2024, 9:47pm UTC](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/bottom-paint-manufacturer/418 "2024-07-12T21:47:26Z")
Does anyone know of a copper bronze ablative paint for wood boat bottom to prevent Zebra Mussel adhesion? --- ## [Stokes Packard V8 marine conversion](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/stokes-packard-v8-marine-conversion/420)
**Author:** [@RivaDella](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/u/RivaDella)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2024, 12:20am UTC](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/stokes-packard-v8-marine-conversion/420 "2024-07-09T00:20:16Z")
20 years later, still searching!!! Anyone seen a Packard V8 in a boat lately? --- ## [Restore color to faded fiberglass](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/restore-color-to-faded-fiberglass/415)
**Author:** [@JimF](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/u/JimF)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2024, 11:44am UTC](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/restore-color-to-faded-fiberglass/415 "2024-07-07T11:44:44Z")
My 1969 Century Cheetah has faded badly on the motorbox from sitting in the sun at the dock. Is there a good way to restore the color? Make it darker? --- ## [Chris Craft Postwar utilities & runabouts, correct blond wood creation process](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/chris-craft-postwar-utilities-runabouts-correct-blond-wood-creation-process/352)
**Author:** [@v6togo](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/u/v6togo)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2024, 7:15pm UTC](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/chris-craft-postwar-utilities-runabouts-correct-blond-wood-creation-process/352 "2024-06-26T19:15:50Z")
Hello all, I’m loving the new forum. I have enjoyed the research process learning how Chris Craft built my boat but then applying today’s updated materials and process making things hopefully better. I think the antiq… --- ## [Varnish & Enamel](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/varnish-enamel/411)
**Author:** [@Warren](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/u/Warren)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2024, 2:19pm UTC](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/varnish-enamel/411 "2024-06-23T14:19:31Z")
Has anyone applied clear varnish over enamel paint? I used George Kirby gloss but I want it glossier than how it turned out. I want the gloss to match the other varnish on the deck. --- ## [Repairing west system bottom](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/repairing-west-system-bottom/410)
**Author:** [@Dcwood](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/u/Dcwood)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2024, 6:32pm UTC](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/t/repairing-west-system-bottom/410 "2024-06-20T18:32:29Z")
Have a 25-35 year old west bottom. Overall seems in pretty good shape. I want to do a repair on a section toward bow just above keel. Approx 5”x20”. The inner layer is still in tact and all the ribs and intermittent r… [Previous page](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/latest.md) [Next page](https://forum.oldboatshome.com/latest.md?page=2)