This blog will document my next great project: Restoring a vintage Clyde Mahagony Boat.
It was one of those rare finds that no one ever expects. I walked into an old barn, and there it was, sitting in the corner - untouched for 20 years. I had to have it, and thankfully the owner was willing to sell. Now it sits in my garage waiting to be restored to it's proper self. My wife made a comment that I am sure that she thought I did not hear - "if you are going to restore it, do it right..." I think she might be regretting the comment...
Up to this point, I have had the Evinrude engine restored. Unfortunately, I tried to drain the oil , but instead disconnected the shifter. The removal of that one tiny screw cost me $600, but this minor mishap has not discouraged me. I took this as an opportunity to have the motor looked at completely and have any thing that needed to be fixed done so that I knew where I stood with the motor. I know this will not be the first "surprise" regarding my new "hobby".
It was one of those rare finds that no one ever expects. I walked into an old barn, and there it was, sitting in the corner - untouched for 20 years. I had to have it, and thankfully the owner was willing to sell. Now it sits in my garage waiting to be restored to it's proper self. My wife made a comment that I am sure that she thought I did not hear - "if you are going to restore it, do it right..." I think she might be regretting the comment...
Up to this point, I have had the Evinrude engine restored. Unfortunately, I tried to drain the oil , but instead disconnected the shifter. The removal of that one tiny screw cost me $600, but this minor mishap has not discouraged me. I took this as an opportunity to have the motor looked at completely and have any thing that needed to be fixed done so that I knew where I stood with the motor. I know this will not be the first "surprise" regarding my new "hobby".
I then visited Pier 7 in Bay City where I purchased Captain's Varnish - Traditional Amber Color. This applied in multiple coats will give my boat the beautiful shine it has been missing. Hopefully I will get better pictures when the weather clears a little bit and I can take the boat outside. January in Michigan is never a "good weather" month!
I was researching Clyde Boats for my dad and found you on boatdesign.net. Good luck with your project!
ReplyDeleteLove Shannon
I have a clyde boat in my pole barn that I inherited from my grandfather. He worked for Ford Motor Co. as a wood model maker and made detachable bows for the cover. I have the original Evinrude motor, cover, and oars that he bought with the boat as well as the trailer. His first name was Clyde. I think he loved the quality of the wood work but also liked his name on the boat. It is a good size fishing boat. Gail
ReplyDeleteHi Randy,
ReplyDeleteI bought this boat from Chris, the guy you sold it to. Is there any information you can give me on the history of this boat. Why was it registered as a 1963 when the manufacturers plate says 62004, which means it was made in 1962. Anyway, it would be great to hear from you.
Thanks, Graham