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by a j r
Thu Dec 20, 2007 6:01 pm
Forum: Restoration
Topic: Roll Over Prep
Replies: 5
Views: 8430

I agree, not much needed if you keep the dashboard, splash well, deck on the boat.

Andreas
by a j r
Wed Dec 19, 2007 2:23 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous
Topic: Iowa show to feature Thompson
Replies: 0
Views: 7170

Iowa show to feature Thompson

The antique and classic boat show held at Clear Lake , Iowa (think Buddy Holly's death site) on 19 July 2008 will feature Thompson et.al. boats. The feature marque will be Thompson and all her various spin-offs such as Cruisers, Inc.; T & T Boats; Thompson Royal-Craft; Grady-White Boats; etc... ...
by a j r
Tue Dec 18, 2007 2:01 pm
Forum: Restoration
Topic: chrome paint
Replies: 2
Views: 5654

I used Plasti-Kote "Bumper Chrome" on some trailer hub caps. With tons of sanding, prime painting, and more sanding and more prime painting and final tops coats with sanding between coats they look OK. It was a LOT of work. They're just hub caps. I would never dream of using this on boat p...
by a j r
Sun Dec 16, 2007 1:59 pm
Forum: Restoration
Topic: transom replacement
Replies: 5
Views: 9274

She's a Cortland built boat, circa 1960 model year. Made by Thompson Boat Company of New York, Inc.
by a j r
Fri Dec 14, 2007 5:05 am
Forum: Restoration
Topic: transom replacement
Replies: 5
Views: 9274

The front seats and windshield frame are different on the Cortland built boats, compared to Peshtigo. This was even before the split in 1959.

Can you post some pictures? Or send 'em to me directly?

Andreas
thompsonboat@msn.com
by a j r
Thu Dec 13, 2007 4:58 am
Forum: Miscellaneous
Topic: Thompson Boats at Mpls Show
Replies: 0
Views: 7004

Thompson Boats at Mpls Show

TWO 1955 Thompson 14 ft. THOMBOY boats will be displayed at the Minneapolis Boat Show. It takes place January 23-27, 2008 at the Mpls Convention Center in downtown. The theme of the display of vintage boats is BEFORE & AFTER. There will be one Thomboy that is in "as found" condition - ...
by a j r
Wed Dec 12, 2007 12:18 pm
Forum: Restoration
Topic: transom replacement
Replies: 5
Views: 9274

Is she a Peshtigo or Cortland built boat? This may make a difference.

Andreas
by a j r
Wed Dec 12, 2007 11:52 am
Forum: Restoration
Topic: Just getting started
Replies: 8
Views: 12423

FUN project! What is she? Hook up with the local chapter of the Antique & Classic Boat Society (www.acbs.org). Start going to their events. Many chapters have educational workshops. Get the major structural items taken care of first and foremost. Then and only then start doing "cosmetics.&q...
by a j r
Wed Dec 12, 2007 11:44 am
Forum: Restoration
Topic: logo
Replies: 5
Views: 9686

Rustoleum red
by a j r
Thu Nov 29, 2007 12:45 pm
Forum: What do I have here?
Topic: New in North Caroloina
Replies: 5
Views: 13227

Hi, The original transom should be two layers of SOLID Philippine mahogany lumber. The outer layer is horizontal and the inner layer is vertical. Screwed and glued together. There never was any plywood installed at the factory. There would have been a white oak brace piece running the width of the t...
by a j r
Thu Nov 29, 2007 4:40 am
Forum: What do I have here?
Topic: New in North Caroloina
Replies: 5
Views: 13227

Welcome aboard George, Nice project! Well, your assumption is correct. 1961 model year according to the serial number as compared to other know boats. Is there a hull ID stamped into the wood of the transom, inside the boat? In 1961 the Off-Shore model had a centerline length of 18'-8" with gun...
by a j r
Wed Nov 28, 2007 4:03 pm
Forum: Restoration
Topic: logo
Replies: 5
Views: 9686

That's a CRAZY high price to polish and chrome two pieces.

Andreas
by a j r
Wed Nov 28, 2007 4:00 pm
Forum: Restoration
Topic: 65 Sea Lancer Deluxe Seats
Replies: 3
Views: 6582

Please send me a private email: thompsonboat@msn.com

Andreas
by a j r
Wed Nov 28, 2007 10:48 am
Forum: Restoration
Topic: logo
Replies: 5
Views: 9686

I can't help you with your brass coating quesiton. I had ALL the hardware on a 17 ft. Thompson of Peshtigo boat rechromed for $500.00 last year. Included cleats, chocks, lifting ring, lifting ring flange, rear seat hinges, hullside logos, stern light, bow light, transom eyes, bow eye, step pad frame...
by a j r
Mon Nov 26, 2007 7:18 am
Forum: Engines
Topic: Eaton Interceptor I/O
Replies: 0
Views: 8364

Eaton Interceptor I/O

Hey all, Anyone have any experience with EATON outdrives for an inboard/outboard set up? I think the engine is an INTERCEPTOR. The tag on the outdrive says "Eaton Marine Powernaut Drive, Saginaw, Mich." Can parts be obtained for this outdrive? Is it reliable? I recently looked at a boat wi...