Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: My 1974, 13-ft Sport project
Posted by Erik Selis on 08/15/08 - 11:14 AM
#1
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:
[img]http://www.whalercentral.com/images/photoalbum/album_25/6_t1.jpg[/img]
[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
Edited by Erik Selis on 09/24/08 - 1:53 PM
Posted by Blue_Northern on 08/15/08 - 12:05 PM
#2
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.
Posted by Erik Selis on 08/15/08 - 12:11 PM
#3
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
Posted by Binkie on 08/15/08 - 12:58 PM
#4
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
Posted by CES on 08/15/08 - 1:06 PM
#5
Erik,
Boat looks great. Are you going to replace the front bench seat?
Good going Bink.
Posted by John Fyke on 08/15/08 - 5:09 PM
#6
Nice job Erik. What are you doing for power?
Posted by ioptfm on 08/15/08 - 6:28 PM
#7
You've done a fantastic job and should really be proud. Sweat equity is priceless isn't it? :D
Posted by Erik Selis on 08/16/08 - 12:45 AM
#8
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. :o 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.
Posted by MW on 08/16/08 - 2:07 AM
#9
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
Posted by Binkie on 08/16/08 - 6:03 AM
#10
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
Posted by Phil T on 08/16/08 - 6:31 AM
#11
Bravo Erik!
Loved the comment "...shooting an Otter." Very funny and a great description!
Posted by CES on 08/17/08 - 12:23 PM
#13
Wear sunglasses Erik!!
Posted by Binkie on 09/06/08 - 7:55 PM
#16
Erik,---damn, your good!!!
Posted by Bulldog on 09/07/08 - 3:23 PM
#17
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
Posted by Knarf on 09/12/08 - 3:00 AM
#18
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;)
Edited by Knarf on 09/12/08 - 3:03 AM
Posted by BwhalerBil on 09/12/08 - 6:35 AM
#19
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.
Posted by Blue_Northern on 09/12/08 - 7:02 AM
#20
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.
Posted by Erik Selis on 09/12/08 - 7:20 AM
#21
Thanks again for the kind words fellas. I'm kinda stuck at the moment because of some parts I'm waiting for. It's also nice to see that Frank is also participating here at WC. Thanks to you as well for the kind words my friend.
Rob, one of the reasons I'm motivated to get this project done quickly is because I want to get out on the water with this baby myself. I need to show Frank how to fish :o....Now Frank, behave yourself when you reply :P
All in good fun..:D
Erik
Posted by Knarf on 09/15/08 - 12:58 AM
#22
Rob,
I'll behave allright.
There's only one downside on this whole project;
From now on i'll have to let Erik Kick MY a** once in a while when fishing, that will feel strange
;)
Posted by Binkie on 09/15/08 - 4:47 AM
#23
Just curious, Erik, how long is the boating season in Belgium?
rich
Posted by Erik Selis on 09/15/08 - 6:14 AM
#24
Rich, boating season last all year round for us fishing fanatics here. The only thing that will keep us off the water is ice and extreme windy weather. The latter occurs more often.
Erik
Posted by sraab928 on 09/15/08 - 6:33 AM
#25
Erik - the 13 looks fantastic.... you should be very proud of your accomplishment. You must feel very proud.
I have a question - Did you grind and fill the spider cracks / crazing I saw in the earlier photos?
Posted by Erik Selis on 09/15/08 - 7:18 AM
#26
Yes Scott, I am really pleased about how the boat is turning out. I will hate to see it go in a couple of weeks. Luckily I will be able to go boating in it quite often as Frank is my regular fishing buddy.
The spider cracks were relatively easy to get rid of. You don't see any remains of these what so ever. First I was able to sand away some of the cracks in the corners manually. Then I used a Dremel with contour sanding tubes, to sand away most of the cracks that remained. Be careful not to sand too much or you will get uneven surface areas. I then prepared some epoxy filler and added some solvent to this paste to make it thinner. Using a fairly small oval brush I painted the epoxy paste into the corners where the spider cracks were. Then I sanded it plane. I added another coat of this thin epoxy paste and sanded again. Before I sprayed the first coat of epoxy primer I then used a oval brush and painted on some un-thinned primer in the corners. The cracks have totally disappeared and these corners look like new.
I just finished mounting most of the wood this past weekend. The side rails are not fixed into position yet. The console and front bench are moved forward about 6 inches to compensate for the relatively heavy 40-hp Yamaha 4-stroke that Frank plans on having installed. The rear bench also isn't fixed in yet. We are investigating mounting it on top of the side panels so we can place the fuel tank and battery under the rear bench. This would give us plenty of room at the stern of the boat for i.e. a cooler for dry storage and also for sitting on while controlling the trolling motor on the transom. We'll see...
[img]http://www.whalercentral.com/images/photoalbum/album_25/79_t1.jpg[/img]
[img]http://www.whalercentral.com/images/photoalbum/album_25/83_t1.jpg[/img]
Thanks to everyone for the interest in this project and your replies.
Erik
Edited by Erik Selis on 09/24/08 - 2:20 PM
Posted by sraab928 on 09/15/08 - 7:36 AM
#27
Thanks for the reply Erik... The boat really looks great!
Posted by jsb91010 on 09/15/08 - 10:45 AM
#28
dude....im so jelous of your boat...great job man!!!!!! looks wonderful...i can only hope mine turns out that sweet looking!!
Posted by Binkie on 09/15/08 - 6:48 PM
#29
Fantastic looking job Erik, Your friend Frank is a lucky guy. Ashamed, (sort of) to say my boat stays on the trailer if the temp dips below 60 degrees. Most times it will be back to 70 in a day or so.
BTW what type of steering are you going to use?
rich
Posted by Erik Selis on 09/16/08 - 12:17 AM
#30
Rich,
I ordered a Teleflex Safe T II, NFB steering system for the boat. I wasn't sure if a 9-ft cable would be long enough with the console moved forward so I ordered a 10-ft cable. I also ordered a 13.5-inch Stainless Steel steering wheel with built-in finger grips. I think it will look really nice on the boat.
Why don't you go boating/fishing when it gets a bit cooler? If you wear the right clothing it's a lot of fun as there are hardly any boats on the water. It's from September/October on that our fishing season gets interesting. That's when it all starts. I must be honest though, I like being out on the water in a t-shirt instead of a survival suite :)
Erik
Posted by whalersal on 09/16/08 - 4:45 AM
#31
Erik. Crazy job. Nice job. I also looked at your other photos; life is good!
Posted by Erik Selis on 09/17/08 - 4:16 AM
#32
Thanks Sal!
Last night I finished mounting the rear bench with removable back rest. I made it removable so Frank can easily access the stern for fishing. I still have to fix the brackets (underneath) to the side wood panels after the steering wheel is mounted. This way we can customize the position of the bench to the length of Franks arms and legs. One thing for sure, this is one strong, rattle-free construction. Everything is stainless and teak and it's all fixed in securely. I'm really getting hooked on this little 13-footer and it will be difficult to say goodbye to it. I guess I'll just have to get one of my own :)
[img]http://www.whalercentral.com/images/photoalbum/album_25/82_t1.jpg[/img]
[img]http://www.whalercentral.com/images/photoalbum/album_25/81_t1.jpg[/img]
Frank ordered the brand new 40-hp Yamaha, 4-stroke yesterday and Saturday we will be picking up the steering system and remote controls. Also the multi-function tach so we can start assembling these things. I think she will be ready for sea trials in a couple of weeks. Just in time for pike season to begin...:D
Erik
Edited by Erik Selis on 09/24/08 - 2:39 PM
Posted by Binkie on 09/17/08 - 7:30 AM
#33
Erik,
I really like the seat back you built and installed in your friends 13 footer. I just installed one in mine also, but am not satisfied with the look. Now, when I see yours I can see why. I need to narrow mine down like yours. Also the top of mine is 12" off the seat, and it doesn`t seem high enough for enough support, but I`m afraid to raise it higher from a "looks" standpoint. What do you think.
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c19...tback1.jpg
Rich
Posted by Erik Selis on 09/17/08 - 9:22 AM
#34
Thanks Rich. I think yours looks great. It also seems to be higher than the one I made. When sitting in the seat I feel it gives sufficient support. But maybe you're taller than I am. In any case narrowing it down may break the color line a bit and maybe that's what you are looking for.
Man, I wish I had the woodworking skills you have. You boat looks amazing. BTW, how does she handle with the new Merc on her?
Erik
Posted by Binkie on 09/17/08 - 9:37 AM
#35
Erik, I appreciate your opinion. I think your right, the color line should be broken, as the two pieces of wood are unfortinatly different, although both are the same type of mahogany. I am wondering how this boat will handle myself with the new Merc. 4 stroke 25. It ran great with the antique 35 Evinrude Lark. jumped right up on plane, never porpoised and ran 29mph gps. I have had this new Merc mounted for over a month, and took it out last Suday for the first time on a 3 hr. cruise on the Rainbow River, Florida`s clearest river. Unfortunately the river is a no-wake zone, and there were so many tubers, snorkelers, and divers floating down the river, much of it was a barely idle zone. I`ll take it out on the salt water, in a day or two, by myself, and see how it handles, and let you know.
rich
Posted by Joe Kriz on 09/23/08 - 12:02 PM
#36
Very nice job Erik. Thanks for sharing the project with us.
I look forward to seeing the engine installed and photos of the Whaler on the water.
Edited by Joe Kriz on 09/23/08 - 12:02 PM
Posted by Erik Selis on 09/23/08 - 12:12 PM
#37
Thanks Joe. If all goes well the engine should be installed sometime next week. It's at the dealer and last Saturday we checked it out. I took the controls home with me to mount them coming weekend as I'm in Germany at the moment for work. I also can't wait to see how she handles with the 40-hp Yamaha, 4-stroke on her. I moved everything forward about 6-inches. The fuel tank and battery will also sit underneath the rear bench so I'm hoping the weight distribution will be OK.
Erik
Posted by Mr Whaler on 09/23/08 - 3:01 PM
#38
That Boat keeps looking better and better
Posted by Erik Selis on 09/24/08 - 2:23 AM
#39
Thanks Robbie.
I'll try to edit this thread later today and get some more thumbnail pictures linked to my project page. This coming weekend I'll also have more details that I can take pictures from and post here. Things are going fast now and this weekend Frank's wife will see the boat for the first time...she only saw the boat when it was laying around in Frank's yard. I think she'll be pleasantly surprised :o
Erik
Btw: Thank God for the editing function :)
Edited by Erik Selis on 09/24/08 - 2:25 AM
Posted by Blue_Northern on 09/24/08 - 3:21 PM
#41
That is looking real nice Erik -- you are so close to splashing her. I am jealous!
Posted by Erik Selis on 09/25/08 - 8:59 AM
#42
Thanks Rob. This Sunday we will be splashing her with some champagne first. :D. Next week we'll be seeing her off to the dealer for the engine and from there she's all Franks. I'm kinda used to seeing the boat from the kitchen window every morning when I get up. The sun is usually shining on that side of the house and I need to wear sun glasses to look at the boat B) I will hate to see her go. really....
Erik
Posted by Binkie on 09/25/08 - 10:07 AM
#43
Erik,
With your talent for doing this sort of thing,I see more Whalers in need of restoration in your future. Maybe like the ultimate project, a 19` Outrage to Low Pro, with a mahogany Nauset style console and RPS, and a more modern windshield. Maybe a mahogany with half round stainless rubrail too.:D
BTW do you ever get to Florida. In today's world its not far from Belgium.
rich
Posted by Erik Selis on 09/25/08 - 11:46 AM
#44
Rich, now that you mentioned it. I do have my eye on a Whaler I would like to get my hands on.... A beautiful 1972, 21-ft Ribbed Outrage. It's in pretty good shape but needs some work...
I've been to Florida in the past but it's been a few years now. Last time I was in the States I was in Chicago. That was 2 years ago. Next year I'll be in Canada for 2 weeks and then be flying to San Francisco from there. I'll be hooking up with Tony to do some sight-seeing and perhaps (most likely) some fishing. ;) That's the plan anyway...
Indeed, today's world has become small....
Erik
Posted by gerrit on 09/30/08 - 8:14 AM
#46
Hi i am pretty new here, bud have to say that you did a very nice job on that boat.
Nice to see there are people from the country next to me are also here on this site
Greetings from Holland
Gerrit
Posted by Erik Selis on 09/30/08 - 9:03 AM
#47
Hi Gerrit. Thanks for the kind words. Where are you from in Holland? I live right on the Dutch border near Hulst. I do all my boating in Holland. All around the Southern part as well as central Holland. A boaters paradise for sure. Do you also have a Whaler?
Erik
Posted by gerrit on 10/01/08 - 12:35 AM
#48
Hi Erik
I started with a 13 foot supersport now my family has grown (two small boys) I sold the supersport and now have a 17 foot Montauk.
And I live in Almere (central of the Netherlands) and I can tell it is heaven for boat owners here. Bud my boat is on a trailer and I have Fun with the boat all over the Netherlands.
Greetings Gerrit
Posted by Binkie on 10/08/08 - 7:21 PM
#49
Eric.
We are waiting the results of your initial test runs. Hoping for good results.
rich
Posted by Knarf on 10/09/08 - 3:55 AM
#50
Rich,
The engine will be mounted on wednesday 15th of october.
I can't wait either. Allready tested him a thousand times in my head ;)
We will keep you informed.
Posted by Erik Selis on 10/11/08 - 12:52 AM
#51
Rich,
Sorry for not responding sooner but I've been out of the country for a while and had a pretty rough and busy week...
As Frank already mentioned, we will be taking the boat to the Yamaha dealer in Holland on Wednesday the 15th. There Ed Nieuwenhuizen, the dealer, will mount the engine and connect the controls. This shouldn't take long because everything is prepared and mounted. Then we will splash her.:)
Last week we put on the registration numbers and the name of the boat "Beasty". I will post more pictures next weekend when we take the pictures of the maiden voyage.
I am very curious to how the boat will handle with the relatively heavy Yamaha F40, 4-stroke. It weighs about 215 lbs with tilt/trim and electric starter. As Rich suggested I moved everything forward about 6 inches so the fuel tank and the battery are under the rear seat. We'll see what happens...:o. If porpoising occurs then we will have to consider a doel-fin or some extra weight in the bow hatch. I am also curious to the effect of the trim, seeing what happens when you come off plain quickly and how long it takes to get up on plain when loaded with fishing gear and a couple of heavy adults, like Frank..:P (ouch, that one hurt). The engine itself should be bulletproof and is widely used among fishermen here. It also looks nice. At the moment there's a 13 P prop on it but I asked Ed to put on an 11-P prop. I am looking for better acceleration and less top-end. We'll see.....B)
Erik
Posted by arthureld on 10/20/08 - 5:29 AM
#54
Looks increadible Erik!
I'm back in the US now. My stay in Europe was excellent.
Posted by Phil T on 10/20/08 - 5:31 AM
#55
Erik-
It looks like you both picked a fantastic day to launch. Not a ripple. Where is everyone?
You have done an incredible job.
Posted by CES on 10/20/08 - 5:54 AM
#56
Wow....fantastic job guys. You really did a great job restoring the old girl......Congrats!
Posted by Binkie on 10/20/08 - 7:26 AM
#57
Fantastic job, Erik. Do you agree that moving the interior forward improves the overall ride? BTW what kind of fish is that? It looks like a mutant snook.
rich
Posted by Erik Selis on 10/20/08 - 8:14 AM
#58
Jeez, thanks again guys for the kind words.
Roger, I didn't know you were back in the States...you should have mailed me before you left. I was planning on taking you fishing on that same little lake as in the pictures above. It should look familiar to you. It's the "Zoommeer" in Bergen op Zoom where you were staying. Well maybe next time eh?
Phil, it was calm at the beginning of the day but the wind picked up quite a bit in the late morning. It reached about 5 bf when we got back to the ramp. The boat handled well in those conditions but it was a bumpy ride up front though...and yes it was pretty quiet on the little lake. The week before there had been a fishing tournament and I guess everyone thought the fish wouldn't bite for a while. I'm surprised myself that we caught a couple of fish.
Rich, the fish in the picture is a Zander. They're almost identical to the Walleye caught in North America.
Yes, absolutely....and thanks again for your advise in moving the whole seating layout forward. I moved it about 6 inches forward and it makes quite a difference IMO. I guess this is the way to go if someone's planning on mounting a new 40-hp, 4-stroke (or E-Tec) in this type of Whaler. For someone who plans on going out alone often in this configuration I think adding a block of lead (maybe 25lbs) to the bow hatch would make it even better. This would be no bigger than a small brick really. I'm surprised and pleased that the engine weight is no issue.
Thanks again to everyone.
Erik
Posted by jsb91010 on 10/20/08 - 10:28 AM
#59
i can't believe you even got that thing wet!!!! much less put fish slime on her!!!! incredible man, just incredible!!B)
Posted by gerrit on 10/20/08 - 12:51 PM
#60
You did an awesome job on this one, I really like it. And now that I see these pics I miss my old 13 foot.
Hope to see it for real in the future on a nice fishing trip.
You guys must be happy with this result, congrats
Greetings Gerrit
Posted by arthureld on 10/20/08 - 1:19 PM
#61
I was on vacation for the whole month of September Erik then I left the beginning of this month.
But, Holland and Belgium were a blast. I will be back.
Or, maybe I'll see you over here one day.
Posted by Erik Selis on 10/23/08 - 3:30 AM
#62
I just added most of the other pictures to the thread.
Roger, glad you had a good time when you were here. Where do you live in the States?
Gerrit, everyone should own a 13-ft Whaler. :) If I find one that needs some special attention I think I'll buy it and keep it this time. Hope to see you some time in the future.
Erik
Posted by arthureld on 10/23/08 - 3:50 AM
#63
Erik, I'm on the south shore of Long Island about 40 miles east of NYC.
I here there will be some big Whaler gatherings around here next year. Would be cool if you made it to one.
Besides Holland and Belgium (my favorites), I also took the Orient Express train from Germany to Istanbul (Austria,Hungary,Romania,Bulgaria).
And I went to Greece, Italy, Spain, and Marocco on my way back. Awsome adventure. :D
Edited by arthureld on 10/23/08 - 3:52 AM
Posted by Blue_Northern on 10/23/08 - 8:23 AM
#64
Hey Erik -- I finally got to look through the pictures of your sea trial morning. WOW! The boat looks great. Fine work!
Posted by Erik Selis on 10/23/08 - 11:14 AM
#65
Thanks Rob, it was great getting out on the water with her for the first time.
I bet you'll be painting your boat soon? I can't wait to see the pictures. She's going to be a beauty.
Erik
Posted by kamie on 11/20/08 - 9:35 AM
#66
Erik,
Do you have photo's of the brackets you used for the seat? I like the removable back idea, it's exactly what I am looking for. How about measurements of the console?
Posted by Erik Selis on 11/20/08 - 2:20 PM
#67
Kamie, I'll have to check when I get back home this weekend. I think I still have a couple of drawings I made of the backrest brackets and backrest wood. I also have drawings of the console. I'll e-mail them to you if you like.
Erik
Posted by kamie on 11/21/08 - 3:18 PM
#68
Erik,
That would be perfect, whenever you get a chance.
Posted by rody on 11/27/08 - 1:49 PM
#69
Hi Erik,
NIce boat! I just bumped in your thread..
coincidentally i bought my 13ft in may this year in Antwerp and took it back to Amsterdam holland.
I found it on www.Kapaza.be. It's probably a 1970 era boat (non smirk, blue innerside which has been painted blue/grey covering serial number) with a 1975 40 hp johnson. (like new! :D not fuel efficient tough)
I was first looking in the Amsterdam Area, but proper BW's cost a lot and are hard to come by here in Holland.
Somehow i got the idea that Bw's weren't shipped to holland untill the eighties considering the lack of "two tone" boats...
I'm happy to have found one of BW's classics and I hope I will soon have funds to make it look as good as yours. In the meantime I'll be racing the canals of amsterdam and the IJsselmeer.
Off topic: Funny to see the 'snoekbaars' you've caught. My brother is very fanatic in Snoekbaars fishing He runs the website: http://www.nksnoekbaarsvissen.nl/
He own's a Rana 17 ft (40hp Yamaha. Apparently great for fishing although not solid, he recently lost some parts of the hull!:o)
Off course I try to talking him into a serious boat...
Posted by Turpin on 11/27/08 - 10:21 PM
#70
You'll probably find that it is closer to an early 60 era whaler. nice boat!!
Posted by Erik Selis on 11/28/08 - 12:27 AM
#71
Hey Rody, thanks for your kind words. How ironic in that you came to Antwerp from Amsterdam to buy your 13-footer and we went from Antwerp to Hilversum (near Amsterdam) to buy Frank's 13-footer. :) I'm surprised you found yours around here. In any case, good luck with your project. Do you have any reference number of the boat? That way you maybe can find out how old it is. These little 13-footers are very stable boats. Great for fishing the canals and small lakes.
It really is a small world. I know the website you linked to very well. I have quite a few friends that participate in the NKS among others Luc Coppens and Fred de Greef. I have been a fanatic "Snoekbaars" (Walleye) fisherman for many years and have frequently participated in the Belgian Championships. Never won anything significant though :D I have been planning on participating in the NKS for quite some time as well but I haven't had the opportunity so far. Tell your brother that he's doing a great job and maybe you can get him to buy a Whaler for his fishing needs. Check out my photo-bucket and look at the 17-ft Alert pictures. It's the perfect Walleye fishing boat.
His 17-ft Rana is a good boat. Very good drifting properties and widely used buy pike fishermen in our parts. It's not a fast boat though and certainly not a Whaler :)
Good luck,
Erik
Posted by Tono on 11/29/08 - 8:04 AM
#72
Erik:
Good work you've done with that boat. Congratulations.
Tono.
Posted by Erik Selis on 11/30/08 - 3:29 AM
#73
Thanks Tono, I appreciate your kind words.
Erik
Posted by KeyRat on 07/25/10 - 3:48 PM
#74
Hi Erik,
Fantastic job on the 13. Well done. I have a 15 sport that I brought back to life and I've been searching high and low for a seatback setup like yours. Would you be willing to send me any drawings and measurements you may have as I'd really like to have something like that fabricated for my 15 here in San Diego.
Thanks in advance,
Gerrit
(Different Gerrit from the one earlier in this thread. I've never met another Gerrit let alone one that has a whaler :) )