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84SNautique 
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 Topic: 63 Chris CraftPosted: April-12-2016 at 4:52pm |
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      I have an opportunity to purchase an 63 Chris Craft 17 ft. I think it would be a nice project but it may be more than I can tackle. The boat has been stored for the last 23 years in a building. The story is the motor was rebuilt and ran fine when stored. My question is with the lower skin. Looks to me that it would all have to be replaced and that may be more than I could do along with the cost. Considering the repairs and then the continuous maintenance, I think this boat is above my level,,,, any thoughts, comments.?? |
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81nautique
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Posted: April-12-2016 at 5:06pm |
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There is no doubt it needs a new bottom. The real surprise is what you will find when you peel the old one off. Unfortunately not much value there with that model and year and you will have more into it than it will ever be worth so make sure you really want to go down that road to own a wooden boat.
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8122pbrainard
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Posted: April-12-2016 at 5:45pm |
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I totally agree with Alan with it needing a new bottom (5200 is the only bottom system to go with) as well as the money spent would exceed the value. I'm not saying it can't be done but typically with a very common model during that era it's done for nostalgic reasons. A good reference to what it takes for a new bottom, Alan's Hurricane thread would be great to take a look at. If you do look at it, just keep in mind that on a Chris, only the bottom is double planked whereas CC built their planked boats with double planked hull sides too. If the seller tells you all it needs is some soaking, he ether doesn't know what he's talking about or he's lying. You may be able to get several seasons out of it but, make sure the bilge pump works!!
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skutsch
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Posted: April-12-2016 at 6:05pm |
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Pete, what is up with the horn ring on the steering wheel?
I see the shifter lever on the floor, but where is the throttle - I can't image it would be part of the horn ring... Maybe it is column mounted tractor style? |
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DrCC
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Posted: April-12-2016 at 6:11pm |
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The horn ring should operate the actual horn. Throttle is the little black knob, right corner.
Looks like they've been tasting the rainbow. I wouldn't leave Skittles in the bilge. Ants can also eat wood. |
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8122pbrainard
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Posted: April-12-2016 at 6:34pm |
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Steve,
I never really liked the vernier push pull throttles since they seemed awkward to use. You had to pay close attention when using them. |
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skutsch
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Posted: April-12-2016 at 6:57pm |
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Thanks Guys! Same set up as the Cessna, can't imagine that in a boat, but then couldn't imagine the center steering wheel throttle either... |
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Riley
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Posted: April-12-2016 at 7:11pm |
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Probably unusual for a Chris, but par for the course for a Correct Craft, wood or fiberglass. |
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DrCC
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Posted: April-12-2016 at 7:19pm |
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They were great as a cruise control.
Trying to pull skiers with that set-up would make me quit pulling skiers. |
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81nautique
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Posted: April-12-2016 at 7:40pm |
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Just not much value in that model Bruce, there is a rougher than this boat 1961 Chris 17' Ski boat sold at Antique boat center with a 283 for $5000. There's a real nice one in California for $12,995, Is a completely correctly restored boat worth $15k, you're still upside down so like Pete said this boat would need to have sentimental value for him to restore it. He'd be better off finding a good usable running boat that might need paint and varnish than one that needs a bottom. |
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84SNautique
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Posted: April-13-2016 at 6:32pm |
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Thanks guys for the input and comments. I think I will let this one ride. Just can't beat my 84 2001..........thanks.
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