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1947 Chris-Craft Deluxe

Current Project

Boat for Sale

Restoration Project

StarT DATE: September 2018
ANTICIPATED COMPLETION DATE: MARCH 2019

Courses Taught Utilizing Project: Restoration 1, Restoration 2, Finishing, Propulsion

Details

Length: 17’0″
Beam: 5’8″
Draft: 17″
Freeboard: Forward 26″; Aft 20″
Height: 4’6″
Weight: 1800-2005lbs.
Construction Material: Meranti & African Mahogany
Engine: Chris-Craft K, 6 cylinder, 95hp

Project Scope/Skills Learned

  • Frame replacement
  • Fairing & shaping hull
  • Fairing & shaping deck
  • Staining techniques
  • Finishing techniques (paint/varnish)
  • Running gear
  • Engine tune up and installation
  • Shaft log
  • Strut
  • Wiring
  • Hardware sourcing
  • Haredware placement

THIS PROJECT IS FOR SALE

For more information on purchasing one of these boats, please contact Ryan Hinnen @ 906.484.1081 or via email @ ryan.hinnen@glbbs.org.