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Spring 2007 “HELP SAVE OLD BOATS!” Issue No. 35

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THE RESTORATION OF A 1964 SATHER TRAWLER 36’ Robin S. recently came across the Bone Yard Boats websitewhile surfing the Internet. Thinking that I might be interestedin his restoration of SEA C. STRIDER, a 1964 36-foot SatherTrawler, and conversion to a live-aboard cruiser, he sent mean email. You know what? He was right -- I’m a sucker for anice trawler. Robin’s story follows: “I purchased her, a 1964 36' Sather Trawler, 2 years ago inVancouver, BC. She has a 6 cylinder Isuzu Diesel with 4,400hrs. I had searched for almost 2years all over the place for allkinds of different boats -- sail, power, cats and tri's. Youname it. But could not find exactly what I wanted, eitherbecause of design, size, cost, or condition. My plan was tofind a suitable craft to explore the waters between VancouverIsland, the mainland, and North to the Queen Charlottes'where I had worked as a Seaman/Surveyor with theDepartment of the Environment for 3 years in the 70's. I had been told that winds in the areas I was considering wereun-predictable and most sailing craft were dependant upontheir motors for 80% of their cruising in these waters. I keptbeing told that good wood boats were hard to find, wouldrequire a lot of work, and would not hold their investmentvalue. But that is what I wanted. The more I looked, themore I liked them. They had a warm charm and each it's ownpersonality that I wanted to get to know and share.

SEA C. STRIDER, 1964 SATHER TRAWLER 36’ -- BEFORE When I went over to see her it was love at first sight. She'dhad a 2-month old survey with no major concerns and theowner, whom I also liked, offered her to me for $15,000, adrop of $4,000 from his asking price.

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1941 NEWFOUNDLAND FISHING SCHOONER 55’ -- TRUANT

1941 NEWFOUNDLAND FISHING SCHOONER 55’.Owner says: “TRUANT is a big boat. She's an overbuiltworkboat with 3-inch frames and 1 1/2 inch planking. Shefished off Newfoundland for her first decade. Then she hauledcoal between Nova Scotia and Newfoundland for the next. Forher 3rd and 4th decades, she was a Sea Scouts boat, teachingboys to sail along the coast of Maine. For most of the last 20years she was owned by two men of Gloucester, Mass. One ofthe owners was a shipwright, who is responsible for keepingher functional through the years. My wife and I acquired hera couple of years ago as we sailed through Gloucester.

TRUANT has gaff fore and mainsails, a jib and a staysail. Shehas a long sprit, about 15 feet long. Her main mast is some45 feet above the water, and she once had topmasts. Wehave her old sails as well as 6 heavy-duty used sails in goodcondition that need to be cut down for her. There are nowinches--just block and tackle. Her rigging is galvanized andin decent condition--deadeyes and lanyards for the shroudsand bronze turnbuckles for the stays. She has a huge manualwindlass that can be worked by two people at a time. Thereare two deckhouses and two companionways.

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SEA C. STRIDER, 1964 SATHER TRAWLER 36’ -- AFTER I brought her over to Victoria and with my plans in pocketwent to see John Jenkins at Jenkins Marine. We came up withplan to add a cabin on her rear deck, add fuel and watertanks, and add a Fly Bridge with controls on her upper deck.The estimate was for the conversion was $22,000, but -- asalways -- ended up at $35,000, for a total of $50,000 withpurchase price. This was the amount I had originally set for myself whensearching, and she was exactly what I wanted. At survey forinsurance she was valued at $60,000, and I was told with myplans for her interior and additional equipment I could addanother $20,000 to her value. I did a lot of work last summer on her decks as they hadleaked on me during the winter. They are now all recaulkedand back to the original cedar, sanded and soaked in cedar oilpreservative. I got rid of years of different layers of paint andvarnish. I have had lots of positive comments and help frommy neighbors on my dock at West Bay. I still have lots to do but plan to have her ready to cruise in ayear or two. I want her to be totally self-sufficient and be ableto cruise in comfort, drop my anchor, go ashore in my 9'tender/sail boat to explore, pick up supplies and enjoy thePacific North West with camera and paintbrush in hand.”

-- Robin

SEA C. STRIDER, 1964 SATHER TRAWLER 36’ -- WEST BAY WINTER

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IN SEARCH OF WANDERER From: Lee H. Sent: Friday, April 6, 2007 08:42 AM To: davidirving@boneyardboats.com Subject: I need your help Greetings, I have a sob story and would like your

assistance. My grand father recently passed away and hedonated his 1968 Chris Craft Sea Skiff to the Chapman schoolin Jupiter Florida, several years ago. Her name was Wandererthen. The school did tell me they eventually sold her. But ofcourse they would not give me any more information. I haveexhausted all of my resources from here in Georgia. I havespent hours calling boat yards placing ads in severalmagazines, newspapers. The reason I want her or to find her is that I one love thisboat with all the memories of us growing up on her, and wantto share that with my daughter. The boats of today don’t havethe class, look and feel of boats from long ago. I have aMonterey, and a Catalina tall rig that we are restoring. I hateto ask you to burden yourself for a selfish obsession of minebut I am at a lost. I check all the websites for her daily; this isa morning ritual, coffee and searching for a possible delusionof grandeur. Any help you are willing to give or advice (mywife has suggested professional help (Shrink); I don’t think Iam to that point yet hahaha), it would be deeply appreciated.Thanks -- Lee H. If anyone knows the whereabouts of WANDERER, pleasecontact Lee at leeharvey1@bellsouth.net or 770-567-3598. Bone Yard Boats™ Spring 2007

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1946 DAWN BOAT CORP. 52’ 1946 DAWN 52’. 12.5’ beam. Hull is planked cypress. Twodiesel Gray Marine 6D427 135hp. “Boat arrived under its ownpower. Winterized into 1998; boat has not moved or runsince. Boat has remained covered majority of that time. Boatmust be out of yard by 06/01/07.” $5900. Julius Petersen Inc.at service@juliuspetersen.com or (845) 358-2100 (NY) The 1946 Dawn 52’ was listed in the Winter issue without aphoto. In speaking with Cynthia at the Julius Petersen yard, Iunderstand they now have a likely buyer. However, knowinghow uncertain purchases of these old boats can be, I thoughtit best to list her again. If interested, call soon! According to the yard: “Her name is, appropriately, 'DAWNCHASER'. The only history we have starts here. She came tothe yard in ‘98, with an owner who had just purchased her for$25,000. He had her hauled and requested assorted work,but then changed his mind when he received the estimate.And there she sat. And sat. And... you get the idea. Over theyears, storage payments were often delinquent,communications difficult to impossible. Numerous peoplemade inquiries to buy her, and he always refused. Lastsummer, with overdue storage adding up, the yard liened theboat. Ironically, the storage costs ultimately matched theoriginal estimate. I wish I knew the history before this, andI'm sure with the right research it could be found. She's been covered for years, and looks pretty much thesame, though the bottom will need a lot of attention. Theboat's been out for eight years. The engines were properlywinterized, and were started three years back.”

BONE YARD BOAT LISTINGS… 1891 BRISTOL BAY 22'. Owner says: “According to the titleshe was built in 1891. The Reba needs help however she iscurrently floating and the motor runs. I do not have the timeto devote to such a wonderful craft so I am looking for a newowner. Currently she is moored on the same buoy that hasbeen home since 1948. I am actually looking for a benefactorthat is interested in restoring the boat and then using it foreducational purposes.” FREE to the right home. Contact Erikat erikphoto@yahoo.com. Photos available upn request.

1934 CHRIS CRAFT 32'. Owner says: “This is a one of akind ChrisCraft. 32' 1934 custom built. Twin four cylinderHercules rebuilt with 0 hours, still on my work bench. BronzeShaft and Rudders. She's been on the hard for several yearsand needs to get home to the water. I can be flexible on theprice for the right person.” Call for info. 360-629-4914 (WA)

1934 CHRIS CRAFT 32'

1966 CHRIS CRAFT SEA SKIFF 1966 CHRIS CRAFT SEA SKIFF. The current owner hasowned this boat for 18 years. She’s been on blocks for thepast three years. Twin 318s were working fine when takenout of the water. Asking $10k or best offer. Owner says,“This boat is in great condition. I recently restored a 31Bertram and just don’t have the time for 2 vessels. I ownedthis boat for 18 years.” Owner has all receipts for work donewhile he owned the boat. 18 knot cruise. 270 gallon fuelcapacity for long range. Sleeps 4 comfortably. Docksidewater hook up. Contact Lou at 856-456-3778 & leave amessage or LTDive@aol.com (phone is better for Lou). (NJ)

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1955 YELLOW JACKET 15’ 1955 YELLOW JACKET 15’ with two original Scott AtwaterOutboards & original Tee Nee trailer & custom canvas cover.Owner says: “You would be only the fourth owner of this boatthat comes with both the original 1955 30 HP Scott Atwaterpull-start outboard, as well as a 1957 40 HP Scott Atwaterelectric start outboard which was installed by the originalowner in 1957. The original owner began restoration in the90's and due to illness in his family he was unable to completeit. The second owners completed the restoration in 2001, putthe boat on the water once, and then stored it indoors until Ibought it in winter 2003. I have kept it garaged and have notput it in the water. I would love to be able to keep this boat,but due to financial constraints I am unable to.” Asking:$4,800. Contact Shaun at spowers@thevillagesinc.org or 785-235-8461. Topeka, KS.

1964 CHRIS CRAFT CAVELIER 34’. Owner says: “34-footCavalier hull, recently stripped of cabin because of rot. Hull isin very good shape and needs only minor patches on thebottom and the sides repainted. Includes rudders, stuffingboxes and struts, and fuel tank. Would make a great sightseeing or open type fishing boat. Has foredeck with hatch andanchor windlass.” Asking: “make offer” Contact Tim attzoretic@aol.com or 678-462-6632 . Atlanta, GA.

1964 CHRIS CRAFT CAVELIER 34’

1959 THOMPSON SEA COASTER with original 35 H.P.Evinrude. and Tee Nee tilt trailer. All excellent condition. 32new ribs/new bottom, 3M 5200 treated, 18 gal tank, trailerrefurbished, Best offer, call Tom (630) 469-1519 (IL)

1950 MATTHEWS SEDAN 40’. 11-foot beam. MahoganyPlanking (1 inch). Twin Inboards – 1950 – Packard 356.Owner says: “This picture is of the vessel when I brought herhome in 2000. It is now in need of restoration. You will bebuying it as is, where is. The Matthews has the original twin356 Packard engines that are inline eight cylinders. It isconstructed of 1 inch mahogany planking. It has an oak keel.The Matthews is 95% original including the generator,installed fire system in bilge, fridge, sinks, heads, windlass(dual speed), spotlight, auto pilot, sump and too many itemsto list. The holding tank for the heads was replaced andrelocated to the bilge. Both carbs have been rebuilt.

1950 MATTHEWS SEDAN 40’ The port transmission was rebuilt. I had the generatorrunning when I first bought her. A spare set of props areincluded. The restoration project was just begun. The screwsfor the windshield have all been removed to take out thewindshield. It is just sitting in place. The ceiling interior ofthe galley main head and salon has been taken down. Thehull is solid but is in need of some board replacement. Theforedeck and roof need to be replaced or at least resurfaced. The layout of this boat is very unique. There is a crew’squarter with head at the bow. The captain’s quarters is midships and there is a head and shower. Galley is behind thatwith original stainless steel counter, stove and original fridge.Going rear and up the stairs is the main salon with helm,sleeper couch and table. There is too much to describe aboutthis old gal. She has loads of character with lots of originalequipment. I even have the original owner’s manual. I salvaged a different 40-foot Matthews and all the parts that Icould get. This is included in the price of the Matthews.There are so many parts I cannot even begin to describe eachand every one of them. The Matthews is presently shrinkwrapped, sitting in our backyard. The picture is what shelooked like in 2000. Now the paint is peeling, in need ofrestoration and lots of tender loving care. She was last in thewater in 2002. This old girl runs and floats. This boatdeserves to be a glorious classic boat once again.” Asking $6,000. Any questions please email me or call. Johnand Faith Johnz007@sbcglobal.net or 810-794-9648

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1939 POTOMAC RIVER DORY HYBRID 32’

Historic Boat. 1989 Westerbeke 38B Four Marine DieselEngine. 4 Cylinder Vertical Inline 79.6 Cubic Inch, 37hp.Attwood Guardian 500 Bilge Pumps. Par Flangemount 3"Blower. Full Set Of Wiring Diagrams. Midland VHF MarineRadio. Weems and Plath Compass. Dual Marine Batteries.Par Minitank Head. Clear Maryland Title. Dimensions; Height-10', Length- 32', Width- 9'2". Hull ID# VAZ17B891989. 745Hours On This Engine. Oak hull, teak deck. Asking: $8000.Contact Dianna at dpearce@erols.com or 240-476-7280 (MD)

1962 CHRIS CRAFT CONSTELLATION 40’. Owner says:“Beautifully remodeled boat. Twin 283 gas engines, generator,fire suppression, separate oversized alternator all in a stand-up engine room. Exterior hull, cabin and cockpit covered withWest System Epoxy over glass. Anchor windlass and pulpit. Aftdeck has non-slip surface, and plenty of room for outdoorentertaining. New planked bottom over plywood that onlyneeds caulking and painting. New props. Interior refinished,just needs floor coverings. Full stateroom forward with twinberths, heat and head. Main cabin features: galley with lots ofstorage, sink, gas/electric stove, and space for fridge;convertible sofa bed; dinette which converts to full size bed;large a/c unit; full head with sink/vanity, enclosed shower andmarine toilet.” Asking: $9000. Contact Tim attzoretic@aol.com or 678-462-6632 . Atlanta, GA.

1962 CHRIS CRAFT CONSTELLATION 40’

1962 Luger Pocket Cruiser 22’. Sleeps 2 with head andgalley, restored and in very nice shape. Has Chevy 6 cylmotor and Mercruiser outdrive. Trailer included. ContactDana 585-289-8674. Asking $5850. (NY)

1939 POTOMAC RIVER DORY HYBRID 32’. Owner says:“This is a very rare Potomac River workboat that was originallybuilt in 1939 and named the Miss Lynn, then worked for awhile and sold. The new owner renamed the boat Ellen andafter a while let the boat deteriorated until John Reed foundher and re-built her in 1968. Mr. Reed installed a strongWesterbeke 38B 4-cylinder diesel engine in the center of theboat where a mast had been. He replaced the head and muchof the electrical wiring so that she would be sea worthy again.A very nice navy blue canvas awning is covering the deck areaaft of the open pilothouse. In the pilothouse there are oillamps on gimbals and a hand operated water pump built on ateak cabinet. The cabin has enough room for the crew of 2 totake a rest, but not nearly enough for a live-aboard boat.Once the restoration and re-fit had been completed Mr. Reedrenamed the boat Barbara Ellen for his wife.

1939 POTOMAC RIVER DORY HYBRID 32’

We originally wanted to use the Barbara Ellen as a workingmuseum to study and help the wildlife in and along thePotomac, Chesapeake Bay and her tributaries. But the cost ofmoving, storage and maintenance of this vessel is beyond ourmeans and abilities. We then considered keeping her on dryland as a showpiece of our areas history, but local zoning lawswould not allow it. The boat was brought to us by a professional boat mover whoproperly blocked the vessel at her current home. We keep theBarbara Ellen as clean and dry as possible. The dual marinebatteries are charged regularly, but since she is not in thewater we have never started the motor. Several boat expertsand historians have come to see the Barbara Ellen and havecommented on this beautiful Dory “Hybrid”. The reason she isa hybrid is the diesel engine and that the hull planking is notcompletely run bow to stern. All commented on the care andeffort it took to rebuild and maintain this vessel by Mr. Reedand his predecessors.” “She is in good condition. She just needs to be cleaned andsome routine maintenance.”

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1948 HUCKINS NEPTUNE 45’ 1948 HUCKINS NEPTUNE 45’. 12’ beam. Double plankedmahogany. Owner says: “Needs engines, had 427's when Ibought it. Needs alot of TLC. Hull good, needs deck andgunwale work.” Asking: $2500. Location: Fernandina Beach,FL. Contact Karl at KAWEILBACHER@COMCAST.NET orkawjr@bellsouth.net

1964 PEARSON TRITON 28’ SAILBOAT 1964 PEARSON TRITON 28’. #485. Sailboat. Fiberglasshull. Volvo 2002 (FL550) inboard diesel, 18hp. Owner says:“Katrina damage, hull is ok, some lifeline stanchions missing,standing rigging missing, boom missing, mast ok, mainsail ok,this is a good fixer-upper. The owner of the boat died recentlyand the family needs to find a good home for the boat.”Asking: $2500. Contact Ken at 601-291-1899 orHelm01@aol.com. Madison, MS

To: davidirving@boneyardboats.com Subject: WOW

I just found bone yard boats and all I can say is WOW! Mysubscription form goes out tonight. This isn't the last you'll behearing from me.

Ken

1955 CHRIS CRAFT SEA SKIFF 18’. 1961 Chris Craft 185H.P. engine. Owner says: “She comes with a trailer and lots ofnew parts and rebuilt transmission. Unfortunately, she's not ashow boat as someone painted her insides. But if someonewanted a boat to turn heads, this would be it. A little paint andvarnish and she's ready to go. I also have a rebuilt AtomicFour with a two-to-one V drive. I'll even throw in plans for aSt. Pierre Dory, if someone is interested. I'm open to allreasonable offers for these items and can e-mail full detailsand photos.” Contact Rob at hutton3@comcast.net or (302)628-0312 (DE)

1957 YELLOW JACKET 15’ Restored 2000. Wood tail fins,Waterline cover, trailer, electric start 18 hp Evinrude. Asking:$4500. 973-948-4315 (NJ)

1963 Grady White 19’6”. Owner says: “This is an oldwood lap hull design unused for several years. Has some dryrot, but repairable. Good project for the right person. Is verygood riding craft, especially in rough waters. Wood frame,ventable windshield. Included is a 1965 90hp Johnsonoutboard motor with an extra motor stand that needs a fuelpump. 3 gasoline tanks. There are some extra accessories,ladder, skis, etc. Also included is a tandem Holsclaw trailer.”Asking: “reasonable offer over $500.” Albany NY area.Contact Skip at (518) 768-2231 or skipparsons@mac.com.

1963 Grady White 19’6”

1957 CRUISERS INC. 18’. model 502 Vacationer. “Boughtnew by my father. 1964, 55 HP Homelite with extra partsengine. Custom trailer (1990) Extremely well maintained,many extras, original receipts.” Asking: $7,500. Contact Lynnat (586) 294-5055, NLCaldwell@comcast.net (MI)

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1947 MATTHEWS STOCK CRUISER 38’

1947 MATTHEWS 38’. Owner says: “The boat is a 1947 38'stock cruiser in need of some plank and frame repair. Havingsome experience with Matthews boats I would consider thisboat to be restorable. Its' hull below the waterline is in goodcondition. This boat has twin 427 Ford engines that ran great.It also has updated controls that made it a very easy boat todrive. The berths are in great shape but I will not be restoringher. The boat is on a transport trailer that will be included inthe sale. The selling price is $6000.00 for all. If there is nointerest, the engines will be pulled and for sale and the restdestroyed. Please contact me (Rick) at 814-922-7939 or byemail at camp@virginiasbeach.com. Location believed to bePA or OH.

1947 MATTHEWS STOCK CRUISER 38’

To: davidirving@boneyardboats.com Subject: boat in need of saving (…DESERT BOAT?)

Hi. I know where there is a boat that is in dire need ofsaving... As of now the boat looks like a rust bucket....But theboat is about 75 or 80 miles inland...Off hwy 58 BetweenBakersfield California and Mojave California. I am sad to seean old boat like this just rotting away in the California desert.This boat can be seen sitting just off the hwy...Its on the westbound side of the hwy.... If traveling from Mojave California toBakersfield it will be to the right of your vehicle in a field justoff the hwy...

1957 CENTURY RUNABOUT19’. Owner says: “This is aproject boat -- not a disaster and is well worth restoring.Complete with running 327 cu in American Motors engine. Alsohave a complete spare engine with BW reverse gear. Boatrequires a few planks replaced, as well as a new deck. I havestarted on the project, but as usual, I don't have the timerequired to stay on the project long enough to finish it.Basically, the boat is in good shape, most all of the chromehas been rechromed, and is complete. Asking: $5250.includes: Boat, two engines with reverse gears (one notrunning), all the chrome pieces including cutwater, aluminumfuel tank (fairly new), gauges, steering, seats and upholsteredside panels, one very good tandem axle trailer. Poulsbo, WA.Contact Craig at (360) 710-8072 or saltcreeke@gmail.com

1957 CENTURY RUNABOUT19’

1965 SHEPHERD 26’

1965 SHEPHERD 26’. Not much information on thisbeautiful old woody. Asking: $999. Contact Michelle at 705-868-1110 or concretia@gmail.com. Located Ontario, Canada.

To: davidirving@boneyardboats.com

Hi David, I came across boneyardboats.com while hunting formy first boat, which I plan to buy for 2007 or 2008. I thinkwhat you've done is absolutely fantastic and I'm glad to seethat someone's looking out for these old boats. They providesomething beautiful and unique amongst today's lunch-boxplastic boats that all look the same. -- Cheers, Jordan H. www.BoneYardBoats.com

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1966 OWENS FLAGSHIP 28’ 1966 OWENS FLAGSHIP 28’. Owner says: “Must sell. Wellmaintained over the years, sleeps 5. Great starter boat for afamily or for someone who appreciates the feel and ride of awood boat. Hull is sheet marine wood not tongue n’ groove.No soaking needed before launching in spring. 327 Chevysingle engine with heads rebuilt runs great. Professionallytuned. Comes with cradle. Has kitchen, refrigerator, stove andplenty of storage. Has bathroom with running water. 8 LifeJackets for those big events and ladder for swimming. Paintedevery year, does not leak. Will take first reasonable offer.” “I’m the third owner and I have totally painted it twice. We aregoing to a wider boat but still 28’ as our kids are gone tocollege and we have enough room. With the short season youreally cannot live aboard. I’m in fear that I will end up taking alocal offer from a guy who has 5 wood boats in his family. Hewants to take out the drive train and do away with the boat.That would be a shame as I know some young family couldhave a ball with it with a little elbow grease.” Asking: $3,000OBO! Call Lou in Erie, PA at 602-4798 (Area code is 814?)

1972 MARINER KETCH 31’ 1972 MARINER KETCH 31’. Beam 9’10”. Fiberglass hull.Perkins diesel model 4-107, 37hp. Main, mizzen, working jib,160% Genoa. Sailed less than 100 hours in the last 20 years.Needs deck repair in two places. Sitka spruce spars, S.S.Rigging. Recent widow needs to get rid of this boat. A realbargain fixer-upper. Asking: $10,000. Contact Gil at 252-482-2624 or sailorman303@mchsi.com (NC)

1957 Century Palomino. Needs restoration. All hardwarewith trailer, no motor. $2000. 973-948-4315 (NJ)

1956 “STEVENS” 14’. Owner says: “I have a boat Iinherited from back east; it is about 14 feet in length and hasa 30hp Johnson Seahorse engine. I was told it was built by aman named Stevens in a boatyard in Florida in 1956-57. It is amarine plywood construction. I stripped it down and totallyrefinished it back in 2000. But I moved and the elements gotto it before I could so the top plywood was completelydestroyed. Last fall I removed all the damaged plywood withthe plan to rebuild it. Now I find myself without time or fundsto do it. The trailer, boat and engine are all 1956-57 era. Thecontrols and steering were installed on the port side like a car.I have pictures of it when it last was restored (not the currentcondition). I still have the wooden water skies that were usedwith it. It was quite quick in its day.” (UT) Contact Doug at 801-594-2431 or douglas.kreib@L-3com.com

1967 OLD TOWN RUNABOUT 17’

1967 OLD TOWN RUNABOUT 17’. 6’6” beam. Ownersays: “I have an OLD TOWN Runabout that is in need ofMAJOR repair. Has a 60 hp Johnson Seahorse. Both are1967/68 models. I would like to give them to someoneinterested in restoration.” FREE! Contact Louis atlouisstubb@optonline.net (NJ)

1962 CRUISERS INC. 18’

1962 CRUISERS INC. 18’ 302. Ownerr says: “A restorationproject in progress, with the keel and bottom partiallyremoved. Remainder of the boat in structurally soundcondition. A 1962 Cruisers Inc. trailer, and a 1962 Mercury700, 70h.p. engine, never used in salt water, are available forsale separately or together.” Contact: Paul (321) 636-4299 orPanderson57@cfl.rr.com (central FL)

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installed a wood stove and a small two-burner propanecamping stove, acquired some additional used sails (which wehave yet to re-cut for her,) replaced the rudder post, installeda holding tank and other plumbing, repaired the enginestarter, replaced the propeller, replaced the samson post, andadded a huge anchor (170 lb bruce type) and chain. A fewmonths ago, I added a large battery bank (about 600 amphours.) The most important items that need work is rebuilding themain gaff (which is partly done,) and re-cutting the additionalsails we acquired. The deck still needs a lot of work, butthere's no hurry. Her hull planks can be replaced on an as-need basis as well, or an ambitious soul might peel her planksand start afresh. That would make her quite formidable. Unfortunately, we're in the process of a divorce, and I'm livingaboard TRUANT alone now. As I've worked on and sailed her,I've grown increasingly fond of the old girl, but she's moreboat than I need on my own. She deserves a good home. The boat is a roughly built workboat. She still has her fishhold amidships. She floats and sails well enough for such anold girl, although she needs work just about everywhere. Noparticular area needs urgent attention, however. She can beworked on over time and do quite well. Because she's aworkboat, no fine woodworking skills are required.” 15’ beam.Pine/fir planking on oak frames. 125hp Ford Lehman inboarddiesel. Solar panel. Asking: $7,000. (RI) Contact Christian at646 -509-0616 or cpschorr@mac.com or cporders@mac.com

I received the following email on April 6th from the owner ofWinifred III, the 1941 EDWIN MONK DESIGN 63’ that waslisted in the Fall 2006 issue (details follow): “This is the last call for the Winifred III. Please let me know ifyou would like to make an offer and save her life.”

1941 EDWIN MONK DESIGN 63’ 1941 EDWIN MONK DESIGN 63’. Built by Grandy BoatCompany Seattle, WA for for Mr.& Mrs (Wini) Schmidt. She is63' long by 15 1/2' on the beam. Wini added her touch byhaving the kitchen up next to the Salon so she could see andvisit. There are 3 state rooms and the captains quarters. Sheincludes 1 1/2 bathrooms. She was repowered in 1953 with a8 cyl. and a 4cyl. Buda. She has been lived on. Boat name: Winifred III. Asking price: “Taking Offers” Contact Charlie at 503-705-7688, charlie@bluelinetrans.com,or mitcht@comcast.net

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There are two butterfly hatches that need to be rebuilt atsome point and there are a number of bronze and steel ports.We lived in the forward cabin, mostly. The aft cabin doesn'thave much in it. The engine is powerful and reliable, althoughthe wiring around it needs re-doing. She's internally ballastedwith large iron plates. She steers with an oak wheel. Wehave a bunch of seasoned planking stock on board.

1941 NEWFOUNDLAND FISHING SCHOONER 55’ – TRUANT

We sailed her to Maine, down to the Chesapeake and back toRhode Island. Day sailors in a number of harbors havebecome fond of the sight of our boys walking the plank onsummer afternoons. I've done most of the sailing single-handed. Although raising anchor and setting sails is a workoutfor one guy, she sails quite well on all points except closehauled. I try to keep her sailing in good weather only,because of her age. I did expose her to some significantweather at one point, however, and she handled the waveswell. We replaced a number of deck planks, fixed many seams onher deck and bottom, rebuilt the forward cabin and galley,

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following summer, she would not sail again. Around 1982 shewas hauled into a cradle on the shore the Cousins River atEven Keel Boatyard in Yarmouth, ME where she wouldlanguish until 2005. MOANA was given to a young sailing enthusiast who intendedto repair her and get her back on the water. Unfortunately,that was not to be, although he apparently did take the stepsthat would eventually save her from rotting by removing mostof the caulking, especially below the waterline. This allowedany water to drain out and the air to blow through, keepingher relatively dry. During 2002-2003, I was working with Russ Dyer, Russell U.Dyer’s son, on CARRUS, a 21-foot Phil Bolger designedChebacco. While we were working, Russ would frequently talkabout two of the boats that his father had built, TWINKLE, theH-28 and a ten-ton cutter. I was intrigued by the H-28 anddetermined to find her—or what might be left of her. In the fall of 2004, I started looking for her in earnest. In thespring of 2005, I visited a number of boatyards, inquiringabout the existence of an abandoned H-28. After severalmisguided trips to the wrong boatyards, I finally stumbledonto her in November 2004 at Even Keel Boatyard on theCousins River in Yarmouth, ME. I asked one of the yardworkers what was going to happen to her. He informed methat if someone didn’t haul her out of there, he was going toset her ablaze. After some negotiations, I secured ownership of TWINKLE(aka MOANA). Included in the deal were both booms, themizzenmast (their were rumors that the broken mainmast wasin a barn on Bustin’s Island), a 4-cylinder Palmer M-60 engine,six sails, a full set of new sails, a drifter, a storm jib and whatappears to be an old jib (possibly the original).

THE RESTORATION OF H28 TWINKLE In early March, I received an email from Captain Mike whowas inquiring about the 1948 Herrshoff 28-foot ketch (H-28)listed for free in the Winter 2006 issue of Bone Yard Boats.She was pictured on the front cover along with the 1927 ElcoFlat Top 42’ and the story of the (re)launching of APHRODITE,the 1937 74-foot commuter boat, by Bone Yard Boats founderGinger Martus. I let Mike know that the H-28 had been adopted by Bone YardBoats subscriber Carl K. In fact, the adoption was the subjectof an article in the Fall 2006 issue, which I sent along to Mike.He asked that I put him in touch with Carl because he too wasrestoring an H-28, a request I was happy to accommodate.When I asked Capt. Mike if he were willing to share the detailsof his own restoration project with the readers of Bone YardBoats, he, too, was happy to oblige. What follows is the storyof an H-28 named TWINKLE:

Russell U. Dyer built TWINKLE in Freeport, ME. He used theplans that were published as a monthly series in the 1943Rudder Magazines. The construction of TWINKLE began in1946 — she was launched in 1949. TWINKLE was builtcompletely with hand tools. Much of the material used inconstruction was acquired in the local Freeport area.According to Russ’s son, the white oak used for the keel wascut in Freeport and towed to the building site on a makeshifttrailer that was chained to the rear bumper of Russ Sr.’s car. Russ and his family sailed TWINKLE on Casco Bay until 1952,when she was sold to “Bud” Nickerson of Bustin’s Island.While Russ and his family owned TWINKLE, they took anumber of trips up the coast, including several to Vinalhaven. After acquiring TWINKLE in 1952, Nickerson renamed herMOANA. The Nickersons sailed “MOANA” ne: TWINKLE untilabout 1982. That summer, her main mast broke while sailingoff Bustin’s Island. Although she was put in the water the

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Continued from Page 10. … TWINKLE In April 2005, John Marsh and his crew from Paul’s Marina cuther off her cradle and transported her to Bowdoinham. Afterarriving at Brant Miller’s farm she was set on blocking and jackstands. And then began the inspection to see what I really hadon my hands, and how bad it really was. The more Iinspected her, the more amazed I was at her condition. Itseemed impossible to me that a vessel that had set outside ona cradle for nearly a quarter century could be in such goodshape. I then began the restoration process. I removed all exterior cabin trim, removed the rub rails andtoe rails and all deck hardware. The next step was to removeall the old canvas covering the decks. I removed the canvaswith a good deal of apprehension. I felt that when the canvascame off, I would find significant rot. But that was not to be.Her decks were sound. To date I have stripped all her trim, toe rails, etc. Her interiorhas been gutted and her paint stripped to bare wood. I havesaved everything that appears the least bit salvageable — withthe idea that she will go back together as closely to the waythe original builder created her as possible. I have alsoremoved the aft 2/3 of her shear planks that showedsignificant rot. Currently she is covered and will stay that way.When I return from Trinidad, I will remove the cabin andenough of the deck planking to facilitate replacing the shearplanks. After that it will be re-fastening and caulking the hulland then onto the deck. Update 2007 Well, things didn’t go exactly as planned. I was extendedanother six months in Trinidad (yes, I survived the heat of aCaribbean summer) so TWINKLE was left untouched for longerthan I had wanted. Now, however, I am back in Maine withtime on my hands and a building where TWINKLE will bemoved this week to complete her restoration. On the plusside, while I was away, Russ Dyer, the original owner’s son,got her engine running — so that problem is out of the way.With TWINKLE safely under cover, I am going to re-double myefforts to get her back in the water in August or at the latest,September 2007. To see a YouTube slideshow of TWINKLE’s restoration go to:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mFdA1EBVWdg

H28 TWINKLE’s INTERIOR

LIONS WHELP – 1929 HOGDON BROS SCHOONER 92’

Although hardly a “bone yard boat,” LIONS WHELP is certainlya piece of boating history. Built in 1929 in Maine and servingtime as a submarine hunter off New York during WWII, thisDepression-era schooner is moored in Brookings Harbor, ORand ready for a restoration. Her owner is asking $149,900!Many great photos and plans at www.lionswhelp.org

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From: James K. To: davidirving@boneyardboats.com

Hi David,

I just recieved my first edition of boneyard boats, issue # 34.If I could I would rescue all wood boats. Being that's notpossible I did the next best thing and rescued one. A 1961 44'Greenwich yacht. It was left sitting under a willow tree forthree years uncovered. It still had good bones so I contactedthe owner and after some time was able to purchase it. I amin the process of working to get it back the way it was. Ithought you or one of your readers might be able to help mewith some information for this project. I'm looking for anowner’s manual, advertising material, pictures, plans orpossibly any history about the manufacturing company. I thinkthe boats may have been built out of New Jersey. Any helpwould be greatly appreciated. I would be happy to pay for anycopying or other cost that might be involved. I just put twonew engines in her, so now I'll have to work part time for therest of my life.

Thank You very much,

Jim K.

If you can help Jim out, please call him at 1-586-215-8290 orjkrause25@hotmail.com

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1940 HUNTER SEDAN CRUISER 30’ SAVED From: katherine Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2007 02:52 PM To: davidirving@boneyardboats.com Subject: 1940 Hunter Cruiser Dave, We have found a home for our boat through your publication.Thanks for all your help.

1940 HUNTER SEDAN CRUISER 30’ – SAVED!

A man in Connecticut saw the ad and had a friend nearer to usfrom Williamsburg, VA take a look at it for him first. VA wasfavorably impressed so CO then made the trip to see her. COdecided against but VA decided for. We passed her title on tothe man from Williamsburg (I should say donated it) who isbusy getting her ready to tow to Norfolk to continue herrestoration. He is experienced at restorations and we arehappy to see her in his hands. She was getting to a pointwhere I don’t think she could have lasted another season.Thanks so much for all your help and the service you providefor these old boats.

Katherine

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1941 FISHING SCHOONER 55’ – TRUANT – details on Page 1.

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FROLIC, a 1915 Hutchinson Brothers launch DUCKERS, a 1954 Chris-Craft Racing Runabout

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