You could switch carbs between the 2 engines and see what happens. If the problem follows the carb, get that one rebuilt.
Great pics Carl, Thanks for sharing them. I was in FLL for the 4th. but I stayed home in the A/C. I really need to bring one of my boats to...
Wow, 6 months is a long wait for a transport. Where is she coming from? On the navy hull, a compounding and good wax should bring her back. If...
I like the Garmin units. They are economical to buy, simple to use, and have the marina and other info you're looking for. I do agree with Lars...
Not easily. A furniture repair guy may be able to do a "fill" repair that blends in. You may just want to chalk it up to "patina" and let it go....
You've got a great vantage point there. Point of Americas I assume. If I lived there, I'd be constantly on the balcony with binoculars. Great...
Wow, She looks stunning. I look forward to seeing her floating, completed and underway. Thanks for sharing these great photos with us.
The original Chris Craft color was a Smokey Brown. Many Chris Craft owners change to a traditional red/brown mahogany stain when they do a...
I would not even consider the purchase of a wooden yacht that is in need of major repairs. The exception would be a yacht of some significant...
Contact the MATTHEWS BOAT OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. PO BOX 254 HIGGANUM, CT 06441-0254. They have all of the Matthews Company archives. They will...
Hi Phil, All good questions. There is no easy answer. The 57 Connie had quite a number of different configurations over the years. The pullman...
I have been aboard "Broadview" and looked her over for a customer. If anyone would like my observations on her, send me a PM here on YachtForums.
The Mariner's Museum in Newport News, Virginia has a large collection of historic Chris Craft images. See their image collection website here:...
I believe that the Chapman School in Florida has a well respected, recognized training course for prospective surveyors. That would be a place to...
According to the specs, She is powered by top-of-the-line CAT C32 ACERT power with custom Doen Waterjets, she cruises comfortably at 30 knots and...
65' Saint Custom Express, a Charlie Jannace design.
That number is the Coast Guard Doc #. On the net you can find only limited info here: http://www.st.nmfs.noaa.gov/st1/CoastGuard/VesselByID.html...
This was passed into law in the US and will take effect (I think) in 2011. I sure hope the lighting industry gets a handle on the color of the...
WOW, This is a tough crowd. I agree that its most important to learn your way around your own engineroom. Pick out the boat, then go from...
EXCELLENT post! I am a yacht broker and have transited the New River on many occasions, always with a professional Captain at the helm. I try to...
