Where to begin?
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Topic: Where to begin?
Posted By: Californian
Subject: Where to begin?
Date Posted: June-28-2011 at 11:15pm
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I've acquired a 1956 Atom Skier, and it needs plenty of work. I purchased the boat with the intention of working on it myself. The problem is...I've never worked on a boat before, haha! We all start somewhere I guess and I would like for this to be a hobby, but I just don't know anyone who does this kind of stuff, so I'm on my own! I'm not in any hurry, and am very concious of my ignorance at this stage. That said, I'm really interested in learning, taking the time to do it right, and finishing with a restored product that I can be proud of. I'm looking for suggestions from all you experts on where to begin, what to read, etc. I appreciate any thoughts!
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Posted By: Keeganino
Date Posted: June-28-2011 at 11:42pm
There are some good threads going on right now about wood boat restorations. Welcome to the site and post some pics of your project.
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"working on these old boats may not be cost effective but as it shows its what it brings into your life that matters" -Roger
http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=4897" rel="nofollow - 1973 Skier
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Posted By: Keeganino
Date Posted: June-28-2011 at 11:48pm
Alan's 55 Hurricane restoration is pretty amazing. Will give you something to read the next few days. http://www.correctcraftfan.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=12350&title=1955-cc-hurricane-restoration - 55 Hurricane
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"working on these old boats may not be cost effective but as it shows its what it brings into your life that matters" -Roger
http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=4897" rel="nofollow - 1973 Skier
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Posted By: Californian
Date Posted: June-28-2011 at 11:53pm
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Thanks for the reply. I'll post some pics as soon as I can.
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Posted By: Californian
Date Posted: June-28-2011 at 11:53pm
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I'll check it out, thanks!
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Posted By: 75 Tique
Date Posted: June-29-2011 at 12:11am
Seems most of the guys that do old boats reference http://www.amazon.com/Complete-Wooden-Runabout-Restoration-Guide/dp/0760334889/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1309309817&sr=1-1 - this guy
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Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: June-29-2011 at 8:59am
My first recommendation is to take the boat down to the frame. CC used a linseed oil and talc based bedding compound between all their joints and it will be dried out. The only thing holding the boat together now will be the screws.
Don's book is great and I suggest getting it even though it's more on planked boats.
Click on the 54 Atom link below and it will take you to my diary.
Pictures!!! We need them!! Also, a first name if care to. You'll find that most on CCfan use them instead of screen names.
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