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Posted: Sun May 24, 2009 7:48 pm
by Classicboats4me
ok Now it's time to see if this motor runs.
No Problem's. My prayer's are answered. Thanks
Posted: Tue May 26, 2009 3:32 pm
by W Guy
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
Posted: Mon Sep 07, 2009 6:54 am
by Classicboats4me
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.
Posted: Sat Sep 12, 2009 8:43 pm
by Classicboats4me
Got the Sea Mate out for some more fun!
10/24/2009
Posted: Sun Oct 25, 2009 4:20 am
by Classicboats4me
Posted: Thu Nov 05, 2009 6:39 pm
by txcaptdan
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
Posted: Mon Apr 26, 2010 4:13 pm
by Classicboats4me
Thompson Sea Mate
Posted: Thu Sep 23, 2010 6:06 am
by Classicboats4me
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.
Posted: Fri Oct 08, 2010 11:00 pm
by Classicboats4me
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.
Posted: Sun Oct 10, 2010 2:02 pm
by Classicboats4me
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/
Posted: Sun Oct 10, 2010 6:57 pm
by thegammas
Outstanding work!!! Way to stay with it! She's a beaut!
Posted: Mon Jul 11, 2011 6:21 am
by Classicboats4me
First time in the water 2011.
At the Thompson Boat Rally
Posted: Sun Jul 31, 2011 12:08 am
by Classicboats4me
At the dock. Fox River, Oshkosh, WI.
Posted: Thu Aug 04, 2011 10:49 pm
by Classicboats4me
Again, Just out enjoying this boat.
Lake Butte Des Morts, Wisconsin.
Link to a few photos
http://s207.photobucket.com/albums/bb12 ... 2015%20ft/
