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1958 Norris Craft info 15 years 4 months ago #22403

Norris58 Offline Junior Boarder Posts: 64 Karma: 1 Thank you received: 0	HI there! New member here. I just picked up a 1958 Norris Craft 15-ft. Came with original Johnson 35HP and trailer (trashed). Does anyone know anything about these boats? I cannot find one thing online about them. Any thoughts or opinions? Thanks! Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:1958 Norris Craft info 15 years 4 months ago #22404

retro54 Offline Senior Boarder Posts: 222 Karma: 6 Thank you received: 0	Welcome.. go to the glassics library link at the top of the page.. here under fiberglass boats, you will find the norris craft link... I pasted it here for you to save you some time though.. seems like a none-to common boat.. www.norriscraftboats.com/history.htm Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:1958 Norris Craft info 15 years 4 months ago #22405

Norris58 Offline Junior Boarder Posts: 64 Karma: 1 Thank you received: 0	Thanks, I saw that one already. Doesn't tell me much about the boat though and any details on my year. The Norris site seems to be for there line of bass boats only. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:1958 Norris Craft info 15 years 4 months ago #22407

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Welcome aboard.

The Classic Library here has some information and it points you to the company website. It appears that the company that built your boat is still in business. May I suggest you write a letter to them?

Be very courteous, specific and concise. Ask specific questions. Do not write a letter asking for "everything." Give them concise information on your boat: accurate measurements of centerline and gunwale lengths and beam and transom width; serial number or hull ID if there is one; basic layout; etc... They might get a kick about learning of one of their 1950s boats still out there in the big world.

Andreas

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Re:1958 Norris Craft info 15 years 4 months ago #22408

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I sold a 59 Norris Craft about a year ago. The company is still in business I believe, in Tennessee. I contacted them, and they were able to help me identify the year and model, and even sent me a copy of an old brochure. If you contact them, I'm sure they would do the same for you...
Tom/ Cheap Old Boats

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Re:1958 Norris Craft info 15 years 4 months ago #22437

Gilligan Offline Junior Boarder Posts: 128 Karma: 3 Thank you received: 0	I purchased that Norris from Tom. I will look up the paper work when I get some time and post a photo. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:1958 Norris Craft info 15 years 4 months ago #22465

Norris58 Offline Junior Boarder Posts: 64 Karma: 1 Thank you received: 0	Thanks! Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:1958 Norris Craft info 15 years 4 months ago #22502

Gilligan Offline Junior Boarder Posts: 128 Karma: 3 Thank you received: 0	This should help you get started. Good luck and have fun with it! Attachments: Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:1958 Norris Craft info 15 years 4 months ago #22503

Gilligan Offline Junior Boarder Posts: 128 Karma: 3 Thank you received: 0	Letter from Norris Craft. Attachments: Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:1958 Norris Craft info 15 years 4 months ago #22504

Gilligan Offline Junior Boarder Posts: 128 Karma: 3 Thank you received: 0	This is my Norris Craft 1959. Attachments: Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:1958 Norris Craft info 15 years 4 months ago #22510

thompsonboat Offline Platinum Boarder Posts: 1418 Karma: 188 Thank you received: 19	Hey Gilligan, Very cool stuff. Get it to the Classic Library here! Andreas Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:1958 Norris Craft info 15 years 4 months ago #22518

Norris58 Offline Junior Boarder Posts: 64 Karma: 1 Thank you received: 0	Here are the pics when it was delivered. The fins are not quite as pronounced as on the 59. Attachments: Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:1958 Norris Craft info 15 years 4 months ago #22519

Norris58 Offline Junior Boarder Posts: 64 Karma: 1 Thank you received: 0	Another pic. The motor is removed and is pieces in my basement now being rebuilt. Attachments: Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:1958 Norris Craft info 14 years 10 months ago #34270

Norris58 Offline Junior Boarder Posts: 64 Karma: 1 Thank you received: 0	Completed and in the water. All brand new (NOS) hardware. Engine and 2 pressure tanks restored by self. Everything new and/or replaced, except windshield (those are a bear to find, as most of you know). Attachments: Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:1958 Norris Craft info 14 years 10 months ago #34271

Norris58 Offline Junior Boarder Posts: 64 Karma: 1 Thank you received: 0	Another pic from this past weekend. Got it done just in time for our annual boat parade in Colonial Beach, VA. Attachments: Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:1958 Norris Craft info 14 years 10 months ago #34282

MarkS Offline Moderator Posts: 5348 Karma: 118 Thank you received: 5	Good job N58, you should be proud! Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:1958 Norris Craft info 14 years 10 months ago #34307

Norris58 Offline Junior Boarder Posts: 64 Karma: 1 Thank you received: 0	Thanks! Runs like new. I would estimate it gets almost 30mph. You can really tell the older style hulls though when trying to make sharp turns. They are not possible. Lol! Going in for custom upholstery in a few weeks. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:1958 Norris Craft info 14 years 10 months ago #34323

Neil Offline Platinum Boarder Posts: 1997 Karma: 65 Thank you received: 1	Very nice. Well done. Neil Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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