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We are as far as we can go on a meteor[waiting on interior] so we started this project,this was one of the rougher  starters,, but it is coming,it now has a new floor and transom and is got the big side holes glassed in and deck is leveled,it is down to the cloth about 50%,,plans of a gator trailer and maybe a fat fifty,,would like a 6cyl merc but we have used too many of them,, not sure on color,  more pics as we go,,Bill DSCF3381.JPG  DSCF3382.JPG  DSCF3383.JPG
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Bilnan1 41 posts
Bilnan1
Here is a couple more progress pics,Bill DSCF3386.JPG  DSCF3388.JPG
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Bilnan1 41 posts
Bilnan1
Aero-Glass    my fingers sometime doesn't hit right keys
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KevFin Moderator 2,331 posts
KevFin
Wow!  That is just fantastic to see that one started!  Nice job so far, can't wait to see it done!  Thanks for posting this Bill.  I agree on the fat fifty, I think the lines will compliment those huge fins very well. 

Here is what the missing emblem should look like.  I can probably photo-shop this into a usable file for you if you like.  We could make a photo-engraving or a 3D print in plastic.

-KevFin Click image for larger version - Name: AeroglasEmblem1.JPG, Views: 137, Size: 8.14 KB
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gene gene 20 posts
gene gene
Cool looking boat Bill,

I like the fat 50 idea as well.

Bob and I picked up and delivered a motor for his sons boat yesterday at a local lake. While driving around the lake I spotted a smaller finned boat in the pines. We stopped and looked at it and I believe it is a 60 or 61 Pipestone silver arrow. I talked to the owner and think it could be had cheap, but someone robbed all the hardware. I don't know how rare they are but it has neat lines. If either of you have interest I could take pics and maybe deliver to you.

Regards, Gene 
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Bilnan1 41 posts
Bilnan1
Thanks for the thought  gene but  I am not interested  but thanks again  Bill
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Bilnan1 41 posts
Bilnan1
Here is an up date,not sure on the spot lights yet,it gets twin rear stern lights,,it is getting closer, trailer is a gator,it is getting a 60 Gale sovereign on it, Take a look  Bill DSCF0020.JPG  DSCF0019.JPG  DSCF0017.JPG 
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Bilnan1 41 posts
Bilnan1
WAITING ON PINSTRIPER,NEED TO FINISH INSTRUMENTS A AND WHEEL,BUT CLOSE bILL DSCF0051.JPG 
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KevFin Moderator 2,331 posts
KevFin
WOW!  Bill, that looks just fantastic!  What a difference, you really brought this one back from the dead!  Thank you for posting it!  I love the colors.
-KevFin
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Bilnan1 41 posts
Bilnan1
Finally got the pinstriper  over to finish this one,The gale is original paint and all,  Next will be  the American marc  catamaran boat,, I have twin 75 dockbusters  should be ready soon,,it will just be a runner,original gel coat ect.  Bill  DSCF0097.JPG  DSCF0098.JPG  DSCF0100.JPG DSCF0100.JPG Click image for larger version - Name: DSCF0098.JPG, Views: 87, Size: 426.91 KB
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KevFin Moderator 2,331 posts
KevFin
Ahhh yes!  I remember it when! 

Wow Bill!  That really turned out well.  It went to the right home!  I like everything about it, great colors, great motor, beautiful interior and I really like the lower hull painted like that, it adds a lot!  thenk you so much for the posting.  I'd like to see it in person!

-KevFin
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1951Nash
1951Nash
Ah yes. I remember the struggle to free it from the grips of the trees, ditch full of creatures and muddy farm field, much like quick sand, not to mention it was all during a torrential down pour. I shed, blood, sweat and tears, and a few years off my lifespan to get that boat back to civilization.
They produced a movie to commemorate the journey, they may have changed it a touch for TV. You may have heard of it. LORD OF THE RINGS. The boat being the ring of course.
I thought I was going to die that day. Lol
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KevFin Moderator 2,331 posts
KevFin
Yeah Mike, you were a little help, mostly it was the brick I put on the gas pedal of the truck that got it outta da field!  LOL!

As I recall we both pushed from behind and just dared the truck to get free of the mud and go crashing into a tree!  Fun times!

-KevFin
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Bilnan1 41 posts
Bilnan1
It floats but drinks gasaero glas inedgerton under bridge.jpg
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