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Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: 1968 16' 7" Bow Rails

Posted by xwhaler on 02/20/12 - 6:21 AM

Hi Everyone,
I'm looking to add some bow rails to my '68 classic. I'm wondering if anyone knows of any that may fit this application and also what years would work on this?
Theres a guy on Ebay who will make them for $495 plus shipping but I'd like to buy used and save some $$ if possible.

Thanks in advance.

Posted by Phil T on 02/20/12 - 6:48 AM

Where are you located? CMI Marine an fabricate rails if you are near the Massachusetts coast.

Posted by xwhaler on 02/20/12 - 7:01 AM

Hi,
I'm actually in Seacoast NH...abt 15 miles inland from Hampton. I will check that place out you reccomended. Also am gathering a list of marine salvage/consignment shops in New England to see if they may have something.

Posted by Joe Kriz on 02/20/12 - 9:45 AM

You would want Bow Rails for a 1975 model and below which have the Smirkless bow.
http://www.whalercentral.com/articles...cle_id=100

1976 and above with the Smirk bow have a slightly different bow rail.

I would look for a used bow rail as many people in Florida and Texas remove them for flats fishing.

Posted by xwhaler on 02/22/12 - 11:21 AM

http://www.ebay.com/itm/390392490337?item=390392490337&viewitem=&vxp=mtr

what are folks thoughts on this rail? I emailed with the company and they tell me that it will fit my '68 Eastport and that it is 18" off the gunwale. Does 18" seem the right height? Seems a tad low to me? I want the standard so if folks know how high their rails are that would be helpful.

Posted by Tom Hemphill on 02/22/12 - 3:51 PM

Measuring my 1970 16-foot Whaler, I find the (probably original) bow rail extends about 18-20" above the gunwale.