What's that over there in the weeds?

What's that over there in the weeds? 14 years 9 months ago #40838

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Check out this spiffy little Norris Craft that I just dug out of the poison ivy for 50 bucks....and oh my, what's that hanging on her derriere with a beautiful prop and good compression?

...good thing poison ivy doesn't bother me...

...thought about fixing her up, but unfortunately a wrong move with a bush hog earlier in the year had already sealed this little Norris Craft's fate. Too bad I couldn't get to her sooner before she became what looks like something off the set of "Jaws"...

Apparently the trailer was needed for something else several years ago and the boat was slid off. The Merc was reportedly running strong at that time.

Now to find the perfect candidate to hang this 75 on so I can go bust some docks....

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Re:What's that over there in the weeds? 14 years 9 months ago #40839

Norris58 Offline Junior Boarder Posts: 64 Karma: 1 Thank you received: 0	I could definitely find a use for that hull if your close enough to, and want to part with it... ?? I have a restored '58 Norris and second may be needed now.... Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:What's that over there in the weeds? 14 years 9 months ago #40841

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thought about fixing her up, but unfortunately a wrong move with a bush hog earlier in the year had already sealed this little Norris Craft's fate. Too bad I couldn't get to her sooner before she became what looks like something off the set of "Jaws"...

That will Buff out ..L.O.L...You could fix her . Its kind of a cool little boat .. Nice Find ..

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Re:What's that over there in the weeds? 14 years 9 months ago #40844

Waterwings Offline Contributing Member Posts: 4901 Karma: 107 Thank you received: 100	Finfanatic, I love the bow light, looks just like the one on my Clipper. What kind of shape is it in? I'd be Interested in it if it isn't all pitted up. Drop me a line through here at Fiberglassics. Bob Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:What's that over there in the weeds? 14 years 9 months ago #40845

finfanatic Topic Author Offline Contributing Member Posts: 88 Karma: 10 Thank you received: 0	Norris58 wrote: I could definitely find a use for that hull if your close enough to, and want to part with it... ?? I have a restored '58 Norris and second may be needed now.... You have mail. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:What's that over there in the weeds? 14 years 9 months ago #40847

finfanatic Topic Author Offline Contributing Member Posts: 88 Karma: 10 Thank you received: 0	That will Buff out ..L.O.L...You could fix her . Its kind of a cool little boat .. Nice Find . LOL I wish! I thought it was really cool as well. I've seen a lot of these Norris Crafts with the wings but I haven't seen but a few of this style. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:What's that over there in the weeds? 14 years 9 months ago #40848

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Waterwings wrote:

Finfanatic,
I love the bow light, looks just like the one on my Clipper. What kind of shape is it in? I'd be Interested in it if it isn't all pitted up. Drop me a line through here at Fiberglassics.

Bob

Hey Bob, yeah it's fairly pitted up from sitting out in the weather so long. It's neat that it still has it's original flag rings hanging in the mast tho.

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Re:What's that over there in the weeds? 14 years 9 months ago #40849

Waterwings Offline Contributing Member Posts: 4901 Karma: 107 Thank you received: 100	OK, thanks anyway. I thought it might but hey you don't know if you don't ask. Bob Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:What's that over there in the weeds? 14 years 9 months ago #40863

dt750 Offline Fresh Boarder Posts: 32 Karma: 3 Thank you received: 0	that's an all to often fate of an old classic. You should take the light and turn it into a lamp for the house, sure would be a conversation starter. for $50, how do you sleep at night...lol. really nice find. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:What's that over there in the weeds? 14 years 9 months ago #40865

jtw37 Offline Fresh Boarder Posts: 34 Karma: 1 Thank you received: 0	I have repaired the old cast parts that are pitted. Just did a hood ornament for a 49 Mercury. I refinish it in Chrome Powder Coat. It's shy of being chrome, but it shines and looks better then pitted. It's still a long drawn out process, but can be done. Attachments: Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:What's that over there in the weeds? 14 years 9 months ago #40868

crosbyboat Offline Contributing Member Posts: 677 Karma: 31 Thank you received: 0	Great find! And, if that punch in shown is all there is too it, and you have all the pieces, that's a pretty easy repair. That hull can be fixed as good as new. Great motor! Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:What's that over there in the weeds? 14 years 9 months ago #40871

jim18611865 Offline Contributing Member Posts: 387 Karma: 7 Thank you received: 0	I'm with crosby on this one. If you are going to paint, that looks to be a fairly easy fix. Did it go all the way through? Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:What's that over there in the weeds? 14 years 9 months ago #40872

63 Sabre Offline Contributing Member Posts: 4779 Karma: 147 Thank you received: 170	Holy cow! I thought I was good at finding sows ears. That can be turned into a silk purse. Is the rip abobe the water line? For $50 I'd snap it in a heartbeat. Cal Attachments: Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:What's that over there in the weeds? 14 years 9 months ago #40885

Split Offline Gold Boarder Posts: 864 Karma: 32 Thank you received: 1	..CONGRATS FIN..: Always knew you were in a good area... Yes those NOrris are nifty around the NOrth Tenn , Virginia area.... Great PISTOL grip controler.. You are on your way now. ..Got my vote of the day. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:What's that over there in the weeds? 14 years 9 months ago #40915

barnfinder Offline Expert Boarder Posts: 447 Karma: 5 Thank you received: 1	Boy that molded interior seat layout is sure similar to my 57 Custom Craft...hard to tell with these pics. Cool boat and that motor is more than worth everything. Never seen a set of controls like that. Attachments: Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:What's that over there in the weeds? 14 years 9 months ago #40933

robert-lorigan Offline Platinum Boarder Posts: 2524 Karma: 60 Thank you received: 4	I can fix that. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:What's that over there in the weeds? 14 years 9 months ago #40966

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Well you guys have me convinced, I gotta fix her up now. The rip is above the waterline and since it can apparently be fixed this unusual little Norris Craft should live again. I had offered it to Norris58 but the fact that he lives over 6 hours away made it a no-go for him, so I'm getting excited about working on it myself now.

I popped the cover on the '57 Marathon 6 today and aside from the expected cobwebs it looked to be in really good shape. The pull on the cord feels like good compression. The original "Marathon 6" labels can still be seen under the old black paint. I was surprised to see this inspection sticker still on the side of the block!

The pistol grip controller is way cool and is the first I've owned. Anybody know what the little red light is behind the shifter? Neutral light?

Found this photo on the "History" link in the library section. Looks familiar!

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Re:What's that over there in the weeds? 14 years 9 months ago #40967

elgindave Offline Contributing Member Posts: 683 Karma: 10 Thank you received: 0	It is a Dock Buster no neutral. DR. Starts Forword and Reverse. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:What's that over there in the weeds? 14 years 9 months ago #40968

Waterwings Offline Contributing Member Posts: 4901 Karma: 107 Thank you received: 100	Sweet, that'll be a great project. Glad you decided to keep her. Can't wait to see her done and back in her natural habitat, the water of course not the weeds. Bob Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:What's that over there in the weeds? 14 years 9 months ago #40969

finfanatic Topic Author Offline Contributing Member Posts: 88 Karma: 10 Thank you received: 0	elgindave wrote: It is a Dock Buster no neutral. DR. Starts Forword and Reverse. Oh well, duh! What was I thinking!?! ...and I dunno Bob, I might like her better in the weeds after I get started. LOL Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:What's that over there in the weeds? 14 years 9 months ago #40970

finfanatic Topic Author Offline Contributing Member Posts: 88 Karma: 10 Thank you received: 0	robert_lorigan wrote: I can fix that. What's your shipping address? Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:What's that over there in the weeds? 14 years 9 months ago #40971

elgindave Offline Contributing Member Posts: 683 Karma: 10 Thank you received: 0	Go for it. Getther Done. Attachments: Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:What's that over there in the weeds? 14 years 9 months ago #40974

bobo Offline Gold Boarder Posts: 549 Karma: 22 Thank you received: 0	Cool Im glad your fixing her .Keep us posted as you go plenty of pics would be cool ....In the weeds there it just looks like its saying ... SAVE ME !!!... Larry Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:What's that over there in the weeds? 14 years 9 months ago #40987

thetudor Offline Platinum Boarder Posts: 1206 Karma: 33 Thank you received: 2	Speaking of weeds, I'm going to go look at this tomorrow. Looks right now to be an early 60's Jetflight. worcester.craigslist.org/boa/2543863691.html Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:What's that over there in the weeds? 14 years 9 months ago #40995

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Glad you decided to keep her! That is not a bad fix really and really is worth it. Looks worse then it probably is. One of the things I found out when I restored mine is that they did not hesitate to use a lot of fiberglass and make it thick. You also can not seperate the top from the hull like a lot of boats can. They glassed it right together, with no rub rail. With no rub rail, it gives the boat a real smooth look, buta real pain around the docks. makes for a pain to replace the transom as well. Luckily mine was rock solid.

Performance is great. With my 1958 35-hp Johnson, I can reach about 30mph. The old school hull makes for interesting exeriences at higher speed turns though.

Can you read the serial number on it? It is stenciled on the side of the inside hull on the starboard side next to where your legs would be if driving.

I have a few Norris parts left over if you require anything specific.

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Re:What's that over there in the weeds? 14 years 9 months ago #41022

finfanatic Topic Author Offline Contributing Member Posts: 88 Karma: 10 Thank you received: 0	thetudor wrote: Speaking of weeds, I'm going to go look at this tomorrow. Looks right now to be an early 60's Jetflight. worcester.craigslist.org/boa/2543863691.html Ooooh....I just wait on stuff like that to pop up on Craigs here... Hope you get it, it looks very interesting. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:What's that over there in the weeds? 14 years 9 months ago #41023

finfanatic Topic Author Offline Contributing Member Posts: 88 Karma: 10 Thank you received: 0	Thanks, Norris58! I'm sure we'll be in touch. Your boat is beautiful, great job! P.S. And Bobo, yes I hear the call of "Save me!" all the time with these old boats. Sometimes I think I need to get some good ear plugs. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:What's that over there in the weeds? 14 years 9 months ago #41049

Neil Offline Platinum Boarder Posts: 1997 Karma: 65 Thank you received: 1	Nice find. I hope that Merc turns out to be a good one. Had you known about this boat for a while, or did you just happen onto it? Neil Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:What's that over there in the weeds? 14 years 9 months ago #41062

finfanatic Topic Author Offline Contributing Member Posts: 88 Karma: 10 Thank you received: 0	Hey Neil, I had known about this one for a while. It was hidden in the woods good enough that I knew I could take my time on it. Figured it was time to stop putting it off and go visit the owner and strike a deal. I let him price it, and needless to say, he was good to me. Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:What's that over there in the weeds? 14 years 9 months ago #41063

Neil Offline Platinum Boarder Posts: 1997 Karma: 65 Thank you received: 1	Well good luck to you on bringing them both back to life. It should be a pretty cool combination when finished. Neil Check this box to be notified of replies to this topic. Note: BBcode and smileys are still usable.
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Re:What's that over there in the weeds? 14 years 9 months ago #41099

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finfanatic wrote:

P.S. And Bobo, yes I hear the call of "Save me!" all the time with these old boats. Sometimes I think I need to get some good ear plugs.

Ear Plugs are no good .. Its a Telepathic thing ..We are defenceless once you get the fever . I keep saying this is my last boat . A guy called this week end .. Here you like old boats type of thing ..2 hours later Im towing home the Biggest Ugliest boat you ever saw .But its got a sweet running not bad looking 1963 Mercury 650 on it and a pretty decent trailer . $75 ..How can you say no to that ..If you want to see 20 foot of absolutely Pure Ugly ill post pics of it ..Old Merc runs like Carl just tuned it up himself ..
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