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My 1974, 13-ft Sport project
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| Erik Selis |
Posted on 08/15/08 - 11:14 AM
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Hello Whaler friends,
About a month ago I started cleaning up this 13-ft Sport that was purchased for 1800 Euro last winter. The boat is in fairly good shape compared to others I have seen on WC and CW. This will be my third project in the last 3 years. My first was a 1985, 17-ft Guardian. The second was a 1984, 17-ft Monatuk and now this little Whaler. The guardian was already painted so we decided to have it painted by a professional. The prep-work I did myself as well as all of the rewiring, and reassembly. The Montauk had no major problems with the gel-coat, so wet sanding and mechanical polishing worked fine. This 13-ft Sport is by far the the boat that requires the most work as I will be attempting to spray paint it myself. I'm used to the prep work and also taking care of the wood. But spraying is a whole different ball game for me.
I would like to thank the people here at WC for all the information available about paining a boat and in particular I would like to thank Binkie for the time he took to answer my e-mails and all the great advice he has given me.
[img]http://www.whalercentral.com/images/photoalbum/album_25/selis1_t1.jpg[/img]
Here are the photos of the work in process:
Spider cracks all over:
[img]http://www.whalercentral.com/images/photoalbum/album_25/32_t1.jpg[/img]
[img]http://www.whalercentral.com/images/photoalbum/album_25/31_t1.jpg[/img]
Bow damage
[img]http://www.whalercentral.com/images/photoalbum/album_25/5_t1.jpg[/img]
After rub rail removal:
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[img]http://www.whalercentral.com/images/photoalbum/album_25/7_t1.jpg[/img]
Looks like they practiced some shooting in the boat. (maybe they tried to shoot an otter  )
[img]http://www.whalercentral.com/images/photoalbum/album_25/21_t1.jpg[/img]
Filled, sanded and after 2 coats of primer:
[img]http://www.whalercentral.com/images/photoalbum/album_25/25_t1.jpg[/img]
Spider cracks are gone and this is the result after 2 coats of primer
[img]http://www.whalercentral.com/images/photoalbum/album_25/35_t1.jpg[/img]
3 Layers of bottom paint to be removed:
[img]http://www.whalercentral.com/images/photoalbum/album_25/9_t1.jpg[/img]
After 2 a 3 layers of epoxy primer:
[img]http://www.whalercentral.com/images/photoalbum/album_25/13_t1.jpg[/img]
My Sport 13' Project Gallery Album
So, this is where I stand today. Next will be 1 or 2 more layers of Awlgrip on the outside and the 2 or 3 layers on the inside. Then rolling the last layer on the anti-slip deck with anti-slip particles in the Awlgrip. I've cleaned up the stainless steel rails. I have a new Rub-rail, bow light and connection box on it's way from Sue Lodel. I also have the original decals here. The front bench, bow hatch, console back rest are ordered and the brass parts are off to the shop getting a chrome plating. I also will install a back rest on the aft bench. I have already made a design for 2 stainless supports to carry it. So you see, there's still quite a bit of work left to do. I will post pictures as I make progress and keep you up to date.
Thanks again all for the inspiration and the knowledge you can find here.
Erik
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| Blue_Northern |
Posted on 08/15/08 - 12:05 PM
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Erik - It is looking great! I can not wait to get the paint going on my 19 outrage. It is amazing what a little TLC can do for these older hulls.
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| Erik Selis |
Posted on 08/15/08 - 12:11 PM
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Thanks Rob. Yes it's true about the older hulls. It's also very rewarding to see an older Whaler come back to life. They really don't make them like they used to. I can guaranty that this little 34-year old Whaler will be as good as new when she's done. Try buying a new boat, of a different brand, that even comes close to one of the older Whalers.
Erik
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| Binkie |
Posted on 08/15/08 - 12:58 PM
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Great looking job, Erik, not only that you sure work fast. I`m interested how your non-skid turns out. I thought you mentioned you were going to use a European brand of paint, I can`t remember the name. Why the switch back to Awlgrip? What brand of varnish will you be using. BTW thats a cool little console. Was the original one beyond repair? Your boat is a `74? That was original design console, and better looking but a little more intricate that the post `76 ones. If you have it still, and have the time to take it apart, and trace patterns, I`m sure someone would be happy to have the patterns. BTW, thanks for the nice comment about me.
rich
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| CES |
Posted on 08/15/08 - 1:06 PM
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Erik,
Boat looks great. Are you going to replace the front bench seat?
Good going Bink.
Cliff
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| John Fyke |
Posted on 08/15/08 - 5:09 PM
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Nice job Erik. What are you doing for power?
John Fyke
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| ioptfm |
Posted on 08/15/08 - 6:28 PM
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You've done a fantastic job and should really be proud. Sweat equity is priceless isn't it? 
Tom
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| Erik Selis |
Posted on 08/16/08 - 12:45 AM
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Rich,
Yes I did put this project into high gear the last month. I have a couple of other things to do in the near future so I have to make good progress on this.
At first I was planning on using a different, local brand of paint but when I was at the distributor I also saw they had Awlgrip. The price was about the same so I chose the Awlgrip set. Great quality but nasty stuff for your health. You need serious protection but that's the case for all paints I guess.
The varnish I am using is Owatrol D1 and Owatrol D2. I think it's produced in France so I don't know if you are familiar with it.
http://www.owatrol.uk.com/
I have already coated the wood with 5 layers of D1 to get the color I wanted. I like a bit of a darker shade of the wood. I have also applied 3 layers of D2 so far and it's like a mirror so I think I'll leave it like this.
The boat is definitely from July 1974. The original console is still intact but it has a plywood top, which must have been replaced. The side panel and backrest are still fine. If anyone wants these patterns just let me know and I can send it to them.
Thanks again Rich for all the advice you gave me prior to the start of this project. Your 13-footer has also been an inpiration.
Cliff, yes the front bench will be replaced. I will be going to a wood supplier today to make a choice from 3 different types of teak he has available to match the original wood.
Tom, thanks. Repowering this boat has been quite an issue. First of all I would like to mention that this boat will not remain my boat. I have already sold it to one of my buddies as with the other projects I have done. Frank, the buyer, went and bought a 10 year old 30-hp Yamaha for this boat. This engine is light and powerful and probably the perfect match. He put this engine on his other 14-ft boat and took it to Spain this summer. During his vacation there his engine blocked. He was able to fish out metallic parts from the second cylinder spark plug hole.  This was very regretful for him as he paid 1400 Euro for this engine from a regional internet website. So I think the search for an engine starts all over again....
Thank you Tom, it's a very rewarding feeling when you see that the boat is turning out the way you want it to.
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| MW |
Posted on 08/16/08 - 2:07 AM
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Now that's "filling" some holes, "Outstanding" work, very Impressive, look's "NEW" ! Good luck with the "MIGHTY" 13', It's one of my favorite model's !
mw
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| Binkie |
Posted on 08/16/08 - 6:03 AM
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Erik,
You certainly do outstanding work, and quickly too. Can`t wait to see the finished pictures. It`s good to have a bunch of customers buddies. As far as myself, I enjoy working on these boats,as much as using them. I just missed out on a 13 footer with trailer for $500 in Tampa.
rich
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| Phil T |
Posted on 08/16/08 - 6:31 AM
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Bravo Erik!
Loved the comment "...shooting an Otter." Very funny and a great description!
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| Erik Selis |
Posted on 08/17/08 - 6:00 AM
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Thanks for all the nice comments guys.
Yesterday I put on the second coat of Awlgrip paint. I'd like to get this done asap so I can flip over the boat again. Spaying the boat is a bit easier than I thought it would be. I have a good spray gun and I follow the instructions to the letter. Like Rich advised: less is better. The only problem I have is the bright white color of the boat. It's hard to see what you are doing and it's blinding after a while. You start seeing things that aren't there.
I'm not sure if a 3rd layer is needed. I'll have to sleep on that....
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| CES |
Posted on 08/17/08 - 12:23 PM
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Wear sunglasses Erik!!
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| Erik Selis |
Posted on 08/30/08 - 1:22 PM
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Today I finished painting the inside of the boat.
As always it was a nasty job:
[img]http://www.whalercentral.com/images/photoalbum/album_25/50_t1.jpg[/img]
2 Layers of Awgrip
[img]http://www.whalercentral.com/images/photoalbum/album_25/53_t1.jpg[/img]
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Next will be installing the new rub rail. Maybe next weekend if the weather isn't good. I need to get out in my boat and go fishing.:)
Erik
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| Erik Selis |
Posted on 09/06/08 - 1:15 PM
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Ok guys, here's an update:
Today I installed the new rub rail, the bow chock and decals. We also lifted the boat on it's new trailer. Well actually the trailer is 2 years old and in almost brand new condition. Here are some pictures:
[img]http://www.whalercentral.com/images/photoalbum/album_25/87_t1.jpg[/img]
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Here's the bow chock. I received this original bow chock assembly from Jack Mack aka Bulldog. It was a surprise gift. Certainly a very kind gesture of him. Thanks Jack !!!
[img]http://www.whalercentral.com/images/photoalbum/album_25/67_t1.jpg[/img]
Next will be the wood work assembly. I think I will take Binkie's advice again and move the original layout 4 to 6-inches forward to compensate for the extra weight of the engine. If all goes well we will be installing a 40-hp Yamaha, 4-stroke with electrical tilt and trim. I think the weight we be ok but at the limit for this boat.
I'll post pictures as I progress.
Erik
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| Binkie |
Posted on 09/06/08 - 7:55 PM
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Erik,---damn, your good!!!
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Posted on 09/07/08 - 3:23 PM
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Erik, I'm glad I told you what was coming before it arrived, you are just to darn quick! Frank is a lucky guy to have you as a friend! I think the bow light looks great, much more useful! Enjoy!.....Jack
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Posted on 09/12/08 - 3:00 AM
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Hi there,
Frank here, indeed the more than lucky guy who met Erik by the internet a couple of years ago.
First of all i'd like tho thank Erik for al the effort and passion that he puts in the restauratin of my boat.
It is a real pleasure to see him work on that boat with a level of perfection and dedication that i thougt didn't exist anymore.
Also i would like to thank Jack for the wonderull bow chock he send us over.
I can asure you all i've got the Whaler-bug good.
i can't wait to hit the water with "Beasty", that wil be the name of the boat.
But in the first place it wil be a "BEAUTY" thanks tho Erik, number one on the the European WHALER-NUTS list
Till later;
PS Pardon me my written English, it has been a while
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Posted on 09/12/08 - 6:35 AM
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Absolutely great job and workmanship. I have the very same 1974 13 footer that was purchased this spring. It was stored for several years and only needed major cleaning and polishing with a rebuild of the carbs and removal of the VRO system on the 1985 40 HP Johnson engine. Is is the most fun boat I have ever owned.
Once again great job.
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Posted on 09/12/08 - 7:02 AM
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Erik - I am still watching your project come together. You are very motivated -- I am moving much slower than you are but have been fishing a lot lately. It is looking great keep up the good work.
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