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what kind of boat is this 11 years 11 months ago #61229

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Hey all, im new to boating and , my fathers neighbor has a boat for sale and its a steal. he has no paperwork on it and is unsure what kind of boat it is. Ide like to get it for a project ( im an upholsterer for a living). he says it floats, doesnt take on water, just need an interior, paint and a motor. But i just want to make sure i can get certain parts for it still, so i need help identifying it here is a link to the pics.

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Re:what kind of boat is this 11 years 11 months ago #61267

63 Sabre Offline Contributing Member Posts: 4676 Karma: 147 Thank you received: 167	If it's free get it. Check the transom and floor for soft spots, rotting wood etc. For a no motor bad interior hull I wouldn't go more than $50. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:what kind of boat is this 11 years 11 months ago #61286

capy235 Offline Contributing Member Posts: 19 Karma: 1 Thank you received: 0	No paperwork means no title. Could be a big problem depending on the state you live in. Sometimes possible to claim homemade status from parts but investigate first. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:what kind of boat is this 11 years 11 months ago #61290

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You're an upholseter? Stick around, if you are looking for work. This site is loaded with folks restoring classic boats--many of which need interior work.
AS for the boat, I'm no expert, so I have no idea of the make or the value, but keep in mind that cheap project boats are plentiful, and you are certain to find that the time and money spent is not easily recouped. So, make sure its something that you really want, or keep searching for other candidates. [...just my $0.02]

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Re:what kind of boat is this 11 years 11 months ago #61297

littlefin Offline Contributing Member Posts: 397 Karma: 14 Thank you received: 0	If you like it , than that's the one you should buy. But make sure you can't live with out it. Because it takes a lot of time and money to restore a boat. I fell in love with mine at first sight, and knew it was the perfect match for me. If my wife see's this: (Just like you dear.) Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:what kind of boat is this 11 years 11 months ago #61300

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If the boat is 1973 or newer, look for the MIC (Manufacturer's Identification Code) on the outside of the transom, starboard (right) side. It will be a 12 digit code starting with three letters and a series of numbers and another letter...

The first three letters are a code for the manufacturer. The last part is a code for the month and year built and/or model year.

Post the results here and we can decipher it for you.

If built prior to November 1972 it will NOT have this 12 digit code.

Andreas

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Re:what kind of boat is this 11 years 11 months ago #61301

jessezipper Offline Fresh Boarder Posts: 9 Thank you received: 0	im goin to look at it either thursday night or friday . ill post results afterword. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:what kind of boat is this 11 years 11 months ago #61306

jessezipper Offline Fresh Boarder Posts: 9 Thank you received: 0	well if its older than 73 and doesnt have a mic what do i need to take to the sec of state (DMV) since all i need is a bill of sale and mic??? Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:what kind of boat is this 11 years 11 months ago #61307

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Depending on the price, it might be better to find a boat with a motor. A package deal can be cheaper than buying it by the piece. I bought mine as a bare hull on a trailer. I only paid $80 and the boat had a registration. I'm having trouble finding a cheap larger motor for my boat that doesn't require a 12 hour roundtrip drive.

As Capy said, some have had trouble getting a replacement registration. Depends on the state. Some will go with bill of sale, some not.

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Re:what kind of boat is this 11 years 11 months ago #61311

jessezipper Offline Fresh Boarder Posts: 9 Thank you received: 0	my fathers got a johnson 65 hp outboard for me, just sitting in the garage, i can have.. , also michigan requires at least a bill of sale Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:what kind of boat is this 11 years 11 months ago #61412

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Hi,
I do not have literature handy, but it looks like an Arrow Glass brand to me. If I locate my literature, I may be able to comment a little stronger.
The trailer appears to be a Shoreline brand.

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Joe
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Re:what kind of boat is this 11 years 11 months ago #61434

jessezipper Offline Fresh Boarder Posts: 9 Thank you received: 0	the guy im gettin it from found the weight rating tag in the glove box, its an invader something Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:what kind of boat is this 11 years 11 months ago #61485

jessezipper Offline Fresh Boarder Posts: 9 Thank you received: 0	the mic number is XVA56490175 Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:what kind of boat is this 11 years 11 months ago #61503

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im thinkin bout starting a rebuild thread on this..... i did a quick run through after parking it next to the garage.. the floor is soft, bouncy soft. it also needs some small holes filled through out the hull. this weekend im goin to take the windshield off, all the upholstery ( whats left of it), and the trim ( hooks, handles, ladder, etc).

Is there a thread on here or somewhere where it can walk me through on redoin the floor?? also do i have to split the boat????

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Re:what kind of boat is this 11 years 11 months ago #61504

63 Sabre Offline Contributing Member Posts: 4676 Karma: 147 Thank you received: 167	Check out the projects link, there are many good ways to redo the floor and most of the members post step by step process. Good luck on you new project and like the man says, we are two year olds, like many pictures, lots of pictures. Cal Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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