Pylon for sale, it's from a ....Boat
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Topic: Pylon for sale, it's from a ....Boat
Posted By: john b
Subject: Pylon for sale, it's from a ....Boat
Date Posted: May-24-2012 at 12:59am
I am sure some of you can identify this pylon, several of you have already, but I have forgotten what it is from. I can tell you that it is a larger diameter than the original 70 Mustang pylon. The damage to my floor will attest to that. It comes with a custom bend in the bottom. It's probably more aerodynamic that way.  ------------- 1970 Mustang "Theseus' paradox" If everyone else is doing it, you're too late! |
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Posted By: HatterBee
Date Posted: May-24-2012 at 1:20am
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I sent you a PM. TimB...if you see this post will this pylon work? I have sent word for some measurements. ------------- 1977 Ski Nautique Under Re-construction http://www.correctcraftfan.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=25004&title=1977-ski-nautique-rebuild" rel="nofollow - My Rebuild Thread |
Posted By: kapla
Date Posted: May-24-2012 at 2:48am
I think being complete with the ring and finger makes this pylon more valuable!  ------------- <a href="">1992 ski nautique |
Posted By: john b
Date Posted: May-24-2012 at 2:48am
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A little more info; overall length 43" length of the aluminum shank 35 1/2" diameter of the aluminum shank 2" O.D. of the ring 4" total height of the ring above aluminum shank 5" narrow part that plugs into fitting 2 1/2 " in length center of the bend is 10" above the bottom of the shank excluding the 2 1/2" narrow tip at the bottom degree of bend? I will check in the morning. I guess it is about 5 degrees. it is not something you would miss. It is apparent in the photo The chrome is in good condition and the aluminum shank is free from any major scratches or gouges. I have no idea what an old bent pylon is worth or what shipping would be. I believe I could just put a label on it and UPS it however. Here it is compared to an original 70 Mustang pylon. It has a larger ring, but is about the same length.  ------------- 1970 Mustang "Theseus' paradox" If everyone else is doing it, you're too late! |
Posted By: john b
Date Posted: May-24-2012 at 3:14am
I think it's the custom bend that adds value. It's one of a kind! I am sure it could be straightened with a press, but that would probably cost a couple of bucks. The PO must have tried to pull the whole cast of The Biggest Loser in a pyramid. ------------- 1970 Mustang "Theseus' paradox" If everyone else is doing it, you're too late! |
kapla wrote:Posted By: TimSpangler
Date Posted: May-24-2012 at 10:40am
| Looks like one from a 80's SN. Mine has the same bend. |
Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: May-24-2012 at 11:13am
John, we've been over this.  That aluminum pylon is the one that CC put in most boats from 1973-1975. The ring and finger is the same as the one used in the 1976-1986 boats. The diameter of the pylon is a good bit smaller- its similar in size (but not quite the same as) the earlier pylons. The bend is supposed to be there, dont try to straighten it. My ~'75 Mustang 17:  Bruce's '74 Skier:  ------------- |
Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: May-24-2012 at 11:14am
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Allen, this pylon would probably work for your '77. Its not *quite* period correct, but its closer than that '88-89 BFN pylon that you have. ------------- |
Posted By: john b
Date Posted: May-24-2012 at 1:29pm
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[QUOTE=TRBenj] John, we've been over this. The bend is supposed to be there, dont try to straighten it. I remember you helping me out on this one before. I just imagined the bend to be less pronounced and thought mine had been bent more than the original design. Mine looks just like the bend in yours. I would expect it to bend at the point where it is held in place by the floor if it was from pulling force. The bend is above that point. Thanks, I just didn't want to lead anyone astray. I guess I did. ------------- 1970 Mustang "Theseus' paradox" If everyone else is doing it, you're too late! |
Posted By: fanofccfan
Date Posted: May-24-2012 at 2:02pm
| Well Tim now I have to ask......what pylon would belong in my marauder 19? 1969 model year. |
Posted By: john b
Date Posted: May-24-2012 at 2:39pm
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I am not familiar with prices on most of this stuff, with the exception of the things I have had to buy. I was referred to this post for a similar ring and finger minus the pylon. It sold for $225.00 plus shipping. In light of that I feel that $250.00 + shipping is a fair price. http://www.correctcraftfan.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=18976&title=ski-ring-for-sale" rel="nofollow - Previous sale of ring and finger ------------- 1970 Mustang "Theseus' paradox" If everyone else is doing it, you're too late! |
Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: May-24-2012 at 2:57pm
Bill, that '69 would have the earlier style pylon, similar to my '71 Skier. ------------- |
Posted By: john b
Date Posted: May-24-2012 at 3:25pm
Due to several PMs about the pylon I am posting these additional photos of it that show it's condition much better.      ------------- 1970 Mustang "Theseus' paradox" If everyone else is doing it, you're too late! |
Posted By: fanofccfan
Date Posted: May-24-2012 at 4:20pm
Thanks Tim. Is this style even more unavailable. Did not think I needed one, but now think it would be very cool. More for the wish list. |
Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: May-24-2012 at 4:25pm
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Yeah, that style is probably even less common than the aluminum ones. Pretty rare to come across one. I agree, its very cool to ski behind the vintage boats! ------------- |
Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: May-24-2012 at 4:48pm
But, very easy to make if you have a lathe or have access to one. Then, all you need is the ring and finger!  ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |
Posted By: TRBenj
Date Posted: May-24-2012 at 4:55pm
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LOL, of course the pylon is easy to make, if need be, Pete! Like you said, its the ring and finger you wont find! I cant say Ive ever seen a pre-73 CC ring and finger for sale... except when attached to a pylon. And very rarely at at that. ------------- |
Posted By: Gary S
Date Posted: May-24-2012 at 4:59pm
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I imagine Pete that the ring and fingers were cast bronze? Looks like there might be alot of hand finishing on the early ones so they progressed to the one like John's above with the removable finger. From there they eventually got rid of them all together I'll bet due to cost ------------- http://www.correctcraftfan.com/diaries/details.asp?ID=1711&sort=&pagenum=1&yrstart=1966&yrend=1970" rel="nofollow - 69 Mustang HM SS 95 Nautique Super Sport |
Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: May-24-2012 at 5:24pm
I made my ring and finger for the Atom. Maybe I should make some more? ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |
Posted By: bhectus
Date Posted: May-24-2012 at 8:22pm
hmmm, so much for "Keep it original, Pete"  ------------- '02 Ski Nautique 196 w/ 5.7 Apex bowtie - Sold '87 Barefoot - sold '97 Super Sport Nautique - originally custom built for Walt Meloon '97 Ski Nautique '83 SN 2001 |
Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: May-24-2012 at 8:41pm
Many times restorations do require some parts to be reproduced and replaced with an equal. I doubt there is one restoration out there that this hasn't happened. Some examples would be engine parts during a rebuild. Internal parts on gauges and even their faces requiring new parts. The best example would be wood replacement on a wood hull. (and, you don't used the old screws again!! )The ACBS has a fairly strict policy with any restoration. I don't have the exact wording in front of me but basically it states if an original part is no longer available, it can be reproduced but must be as close as possible to the original. In the case of my ring and finger, I had an old photo showing the original CC ring and finger. I was able to enlarge it and then scale from a known dimension to get the proper dimensions for the reproduced ring and finger. BTW, the ASBS has modified their rules slightly. All the classes of boats are the same but now each class can be judged under "preserved" or "restored" rules. ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |
Posted By: john b
Date Posted: May-24-2012 at 8:46pm
Not until I sell mine, please. We don't want the bottom to fall out of the market! ------------- 1970 Mustang "Theseus' paradox" If everyone else is doing it, you're too late! |
Posted By: john b
Date Posted: May-24-2012 at 8:53pm
I believe the original is made from 100% pure unobtanium. I was lucky the 69 SS came with the right one or I would be the one with the beggars cup out. I was afraid to try to remove the ring from the correct one I have to have it rechromed. It needs it but it would be a sad day if I damaged it. ------------- 1970 Mustang "Theseus' paradox" If everyone else is doing it, you're too late! |
Posted By: john b
Date Posted: May-24-2012 at 9:01pm
Pete, I understand, hence the name of my Mustang, "Theseus Paradox". That has been debated by philosophers Heraclitus, Socrates, and Plato, among others with no real consensus. I doubt we will settle that argument on this thread. BTW, does Green Lake still exist for the reunion? After all, all of the water has been replaced with different water. ------------- 1970 Mustang "Theseus' paradox" If everyone else is doing it, you're too late! |
Posted By: juniorwoody
Date Posted: May-24-2012 at 9:09pm
| Jrwoody loves the word unobtainium. That's a good one, and true. |
Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: May-24-2012 at 9:28pm
John, There's no need to settle whatever and surly not in this thread. The ACBS has already done it! I was simply stating some facts and by no means meant to start an argument.
Jack, Have you been over on www.owwm.com? The "unobtainium" comes up I'd say daily! ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |
Posted By: john b
Date Posted: May-24-2012 at 9:41pm
Darn you Pete, you had to post that site. Now you have my ADD flaring up and I'm looking at old machinery. That word is common in all facets of collecting. ------------- 1970 Mustang "Theseus' paradox" If everyone else is doing it, you're too late! |
Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: May-24-2012 at 9:45pm
Yup, Being into old woodworking equipment, I'm over there frequently too! Some go way beyond where I am - overhead line shafts driving the belt driven equipment. Then, some even have steam engines or water wheels driving the line shafts!!  ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |
Posted By: juniorwoody
Date Posted: May-24-2012 at 9:46pm
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New one to me Pete. Every day is a new adventure.
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Posted By: john b
Date Posted: May-24-2012 at 10:05pm
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Pete, are you the guy they're talking about on the Dos Equis commercials? ------------- 1970 Mustang "Theseus' paradox" If everyone else is doing it, you're too late! |
Posted By: Turfman1
Date Posted: April-22-2015 at 10:47pm
| I know it has been a long time sinse you posted about the correct craft mustang pylon but I was wondering if you were still willing to sell it? |
Posted By: Turfman1
Date Posted: April-22-2015 at 10:49pm
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Posted By: john b
Date Posted: April-23-2015 at 1:48am
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Sorry, I sold it shortly after I posted it. ------------- 1970 Mustang "Theseus' paradox" If everyone else is doing it, you're too late! |
Posted By: Turfman1
Date Posted: April-23-2015 at 9:25pm
| Do you know where I could find one? |
Posted By: Riley
Date Posted: April-23-2015 at 9:37pm
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Do you need the bent one or would a straight one of the same vintage be ok? |
Posted By: Turfman1
Date Posted: April-23-2015 at 9:40pm
| A straight one will be fine. |
Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: April-23-2015 at 10:12pm
Jay, Tell us more. What boat do you want the pylon for? How about some pictures? ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |
Posted By: Turfman1
Date Posted: April-23-2015 at 10:42pm
| I don't have any pictures right now |
Posted By: Riley
Date Posted: April-24-2015 at 11:01am
  $275 plus shipping. |
Posted By: Turfman1
Date Posted: April-24-2015 at 9:49pm
| How much for shipping. |
Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: April-24-2015 at 10:08pm
And lost for words too? ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |
Posted By: butchie
Date Posted: October-04-2017 at 10:32pm
| I want to buy. Please call. # 410-725-2944. Thanks Butch Chew |
Posted By: gun-driver
Date Posted: October-04-2017 at 10:50pm
| That post was in 2015 |
Posted By: 8122pbrainard
Date Posted: October-05-2017 at 12:38pm
Paul, At least Fred is being hopeful that he can find the parts. He posted 8 times yesterday looking and 6 of the threads were over a year old! From what he's looking for, it seems he's working on hulls that have been parted out or close to it?? Fred, I think I have asked before but how about some pictures of the projects? It would help us understand your needs. ------------- /diaries/details.asp?ID=1622" rel="nofollow - 54 Atom /diaries/details.asp?ID=2179" rel="nofollow - 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete < |
Posted By: mn 75 sw
Date Posted: October-06-2017 at 9:25pm
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Hello, I am interested in the ski pylon, sounds like it fits a 75 correct craft. Is the diameter of the pin on the bottom 1"? If are interested in selling it. If so, I would be very interested. Let me know, Kind regards, Scott 612-910-2040 ------------- Scott 612-910-2040 kohlsfive@aol.com |