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Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: old 13 ft. whaler chines

Posted by chevy1 on 10/29/07 - 6:19 AM

Does anyone know if the pre 1971 13' Whalers ride badly compared to the post 71'? They changed the chines after 71' and I'm looking at a 68' and need to know if it will perform as well on the water as the hull made after 71'. Thanks

Edited by chevy1 on 10/29/07 - 7:04 AM

Posted by john williams on 10/29/07 - 12:29 PM

Go to this address for some useful info on 13 foot hulls.
http://continuouswave.com/whaler/reference/13/

Posted by John Fyke on 10/29/07 - 5:10 PM

I just restored a 1966 w/ a 40hp and was very impressed with the way it handled.

Posted by Shelby on 10/31/07 - 4:38 PM

I have a 1966 Model with a Honda 25hp motor. It works great. The older models had a 15" transom which limits you today for new motors.

Posted by PaulTarwater on 10/31/07 - 11:26 PM

Hey Chevy1 ! Check out these jackplates for motors 30hp and under for your Whaler...http://www.tsgcustom.com. They may allow for multiple applications according to your outboard/hull needs. Good luck and I am sure you will find what's right for you ! Paul

Posted by sraab928 on 11/01/07 - 3:10 AM

Here is a fixed link - http://www.tsgcustom.com

If you decide to shop for jackplate for the 13 make sure it can handle the curved transom. ie - not a flat plate that bolts to the hull surface.