1965 Thompson Sea Mate 15 ft. Restoration

Classicboats4me · Post by **Classicboats4me** » Sun May 24, 2009 7:48 pm

ok Now it's time to see if this motor runs.

No Problem's. My prayer's are answered. Thanks

W Guy · Post by **W Guy** » Tue May 26, 2009 3:32 pm

Ron,
Here is a photo of a '60 Sea Mate that was for sale at an MI dealer a while back. The listing stated that the interior was redone and NOT correct. Just thought I'd relay it to you for comparison.

Personally, I prefer as much natural wood as possible, which means earlier boats, but you are restoring a piece of history presented as they were originally produced in that year. That is a lot of work and you should be gratified by the results you have achieved. I'd love to see your boat in person someday..

Verne

Classicboats4me · Post by **Classicboats4me** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 6:54 am

It has been a busy summer. The boat still is not complete. But that didn't stop me from a ride!! My son and I launched it with no problems. It started and ran very well. I took it out on the bay here and enjoyed the cruise.

I took it slow . My son was asking to go faster.

He then asked if He could drive. Sure can!

Priceless!!
Maybe next weekend I will take it out with others and get some better pictures. I'm very happy with this project. Good Times for sure.

Classicboats4me · Post by **Classicboats4me** » Sat Sep 12, 2009 8:43 pm

Got the Sea Mate out for some more fun!

Classicboats4me · Post by **Classicboats4me** » Sun Oct 25, 2009 4:20 am

Took the boat out for one last ride.

Miller's Bay

Fall colors.

I will be back in the spring!

txcaptdan · Post by **txcaptdan** » Thu Nov 05, 2009 6:39 pm

Ron,
We have gotten a Sea Mate just like this for our EMCBC (Eagle Mountain Classic Boat Club) winter project. Ours seems to have a fir or pine windshield, I think some one has made a copy at sometime. Yours is mahogany is it not?
I will post a new subject soon on this restoration.
Thanks Dan

Classicboats4me · Post by **Classicboats4me** » Mon Apr 26, 2010 4:13 pm

http://s207.photobucket.com/albums/bb12 ... 2015%20ft/

Classicboats4me · Post by **Classicboats4me** » Thu Sep 23, 2010 6:06 am

New tires and rims.

I have purchased the rubrail from Wefco rubber.
I also have the windshield gasket and windshield lip edge. Thanks Rick .
Steering wheel logo insert. Thanks Miles.

Now, To just get some free time to finish this baby.

Classicboats4me · Post by **Classicboats4me** » Fri Oct 08, 2010 11:00 pm

I did some more work on the little Thompson this past week.

Installed windshield with the new vinyl/rubber.

Installed the convertible top.

Got the rubrail and trim strips on the boat too.

Very enjoyable project. Couple small item to get finished.

Classicboats4me · Post by **Classicboats4me** » Sun Oct 10, 2010 2:02 pm

I first started working on the boat in 2003. I started and stopped many times. But today I am proclaiming it finished.

I have over 180 pictures showing the slow restoration.
I hope to enjoy this boat for many years to come.

http://s207.photobucket.com/albums/bb12 ... 2015%20ft/

thegammas · Post by **thegammas** » Sun Oct 10, 2010 6:57 pm

Outstanding work!!! Way to stay with it! She's a beaut!

Classicboats4me · Post by **Classicboats4me** » Mon Jul 11, 2011 6:21 am

First time in the water 2011.

At the Thompson Boat Rally

Classicboats4me · Post by **Classicboats4me** » Sun Jul 31, 2011 12:08 am

At the dock. Fox River, Oshkosh, WI.

Classicboats4me · Post by **Classicboats4me** » Thu Aug 04, 2011 10:49 pm

Again, Just out enjoying this boat.
Lake Butte Des Morts, Wisconsin.

Link to a few photos
http://s207.photobucket.com/albums/bb12 ... 2015%20ft/

thompsondockside.com

1965 Thompson Sea Mate 15 ft. Restoration

10/24/2009

Thompson Sea Mate