"IT'S ABOUT TIME"

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It's an absolute honor to welcome Gary and Jenny aboard. I'm sure you will all be just as amazed as I am with their family album that is filled with a lifetime of memories and beautiful boats ...not to mention historical significance.
Today we'll start with this lovely craft which has been the recipient of their care and, as can be seen, much hard work of late. "IT'S ABOUT TIME" thumps along to the tune of a fresh 400 Chev. We're not too sure of her origins though so would love to hear from someone that may recognize her gorgeous lines ...please help!
Stay tuned for some very, very cool old pics. Thanks so much for sharing gang ...over the moon!

'K' for KOOL

Here's Clint's lovely old girl. Can someone please identify her for us? Her distinctive 'K' cast into the nose piece is about our best clue. Old beast runs a classic Y Block Ford which burst into life with a bit of prompting after sitting in a mates backyard for some time. A couple more odd jobs on the cards for the old girl so hopefully we'll catch some updates down the track.

out & about; The Potts Family Album

Big thanks again to our roaming S.A. stalwart Mal who is always quick to snap spotted classics. More coming :)

"BEAR-ASS"

Blessed ...get a load of the backyard!!!

Jamie picked up this little bewdy for his 'first dip in the water' ...off to a flying start mate! Holden 253 provides a sweet note and gets her along quite nicely. Plans are for plenty of use on the Hawkesbury this season followed by a resto next year ...to be continued ;)

What is she ?? A boat this sweet deserves to be recognized. There is quite a few out there and regulars might also recall Bryce's "MOODY BLUES" which is of the same ilk. I have a collection of pics of this type hull all naming each differently with 'Skimaster Cyclone' coming from the most reliable source ...then Jamie's 'Bear Craft' popped up earlier in the year and threw more confusion into the mix. Comparing hundreds of pics I'd say the hull was copied from an early glass Lewis with a different deck popped on. Has anyone heard of a 'Bear Craft' .....CAN SOMEONE PLEASE EASE OUR PAIN. cheers.
"MOODY BLUES" >>> http://aussieskiboats.blogspot.com.au/2012/09/moody-blues.html

"PHOENIX"

How well do you know your ski boats ?? If you can name the pedigree of this craft, Angela and myself owe you a drink for it has our panel of experts stumped. Reverse plank design, flat bottom, bubble deck, and fit out suggest a racey past, any ideas ? Either way, it's a great looking jigga yez have there! Power comes from a 308 packed with goodies that "sounds very smooth".
Plenty in store for this West Australian beast so keep an eye out for updates as the Phoenix rises.

PETER'S PASSION

As purchased ...a bit of a wreck.

New transom fitted, 42mm Amoora

All deck beams and cockpit frames made & installed

New ribs installed

Inside varnished and cockpit frames etc. permanently installed

Ply deck fitted

Deck nearly finished

"I purchased it from a guy in Bundanoon just over three years ago as a bit of a project. The builder is unknown but I believe that it may be a home built boat from Melbourne.
So far I have replaced two top planks, 23 ribs, all deck beams, deck stringers, and the transom. It is nearing completion with a strip planked deck of Houn Pine and Honduras Mahogany with Silver Ash coamings and cockpit trims. Engine is a Ford Y block. It should be on the water and going by Christmas. Cheers. Peter"

Marvelous job mate. Please keep us posted on progress. Can't wait to see her all finished and wet ;)

RUSTY'S ALBUM ; AN OLD FLAME

 

Prior to Rusty's sweet creamy clinker we looked at last week was this lovely timber queen of unknown origins. Motivation was supplied by a thumping 318 Chrysler running direct drive. The Camero seat and engine hatch were fitted by a previous owner (quite appropriate as Rusty is Oz's biggest Camero fan) and Rusty finished her off with a heap of work such as the cut down tinted screen and a new trailer as the old one barely made it home.
Gone but not forgotten, we would appreciate hearing any thoughts from our wooden guru's in regards to who may have originally made her.
Hit Rusty's album tag below to check out his current craft and be sure to call back to see some ripper future installments to this album ...thanks for sharing mate.

Rusty's Album; Part 1

Rusty has sent in an amazing collection of treasured pics snapped throughout the years. Let's start with the current apple of his eye, this ripper mystery clinker. Someone out there must know what she is, any clues to her origins would be greatly appreciated. Power is supplied by an oldschool 272 Y block Ford and direct drive.Rusty's had her for a number of years and has recently performed a bunch of improvements including that neat new trailer and Volante screen. A new alloy fuel tank is ready to be slipped in, then a bit of trim work and a bimini to protect the family and she's ready to rock again.
Plenty more from Rusty yet to come ;) ..... Huge thanks mate.