Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: Rebirth of my family heirloom
Posted by Lilmemorymaker66 on 12/21/17 - 8:57 PM
#1
My dad lost a long battle with cancer and left me with his beloved 1966 Sport 13. I have so many memories growing up with this boat along the Gulf coast of Alabama. The boat sat in his back yard for years in a state of disrepair after he became sick. When I received the boat, the outboard was completely locked up so I gave it to a junk yard for scrap. Then I began my work to bring our little Whaler back to life. I found a nice 2005 Tohatsu 40 for repower. After many weeks and lots of hard work, I was able to make her back whole again. I plan on making many more memories in this Whaler with my family. I think my dad would be proud.
Edited by Lilmemorymaker66 on 12/21/17 - 8:59 PM
Posted by ronagain on 12/22/17 - 7:16 PM
#2
Sorry to hear about your dad but kudos to you for keeping his Whaler alive. That boat should last you the rest of your boating life.
Edited by ronagain on 12/22/17 - 7:17 PM
Posted by butchdavis on 12/23/17 - 6:51 AM
#3
Paul -- How about a link to your photos. Are you on the Eastern Shore?
Posted by bob camire on 12/25/17 - 2:47 PM
#4
Congratulations on keeping the dream alive. Its what we live for. Whaler on !
Posted by Lilmemorymaker66 on 01/18/18 - 7:34 PM
#5
I'm in West Mobile. Tried to post pic but gave error message of invalid file size. I will work on getting them posted.
Edited by Lilmemorymaker66 on 01/18/18 - 7:39 PM
Posted by blindeman on 01/19/18 - 1:39 PM
#6
Sorry about your pops. Would love to see some pics of your restoration!