Friscoboater's 1986 Glastron Carlson CVX-18 Complete restoration thread

[Friscoboater]

Re: Friscoboater's 1986 Glastron Carlson CVX-18 Complete restoration thread

Yep, I am going to keep the original for sure.

Hey guy I need some help. I am looking for a set of Mercruiser S pipes for this project. I am going to do a thu hull under the water line, and I have seen lots of CVX-18s done this way. Every place I have checked does not have have any more, or they want full retail ($419). Can you guys keep an eye out for a deal on them?

 

[sphelps]

Re: Friscoboater's 1986 Glastron Carlson CVX-18 Complete restoration thread

Yep like everyone else keep my votes for the original gell . The top cap sure seemed a little heavier than it looked . Your neighbor sure showed up at the right time !

 

[pyrotek]

Re: Friscoboater's 1986 Glastron Carlson CVX-18 Complete restoration thread

I vote to keep the original coat as well. I think any reasonable boat owner expects a few dings and scratches. Although I guess it depends on how bad they are.

However, that's difficult for me to say since I really was hoping to see you do some gelcoating as I think this is a subject that lacks good video instructions - especially with some of the more exotic spraying methods. I have been wanting to ask if you plan on spraying or painting the gelcoat in the cockpit, but I thought that was waaay to early to begin thinking about : )

 

[Friscoboater]

Re: Friscoboater's 1986 Glastron Carlson CVX-18 Complete restoration thread

No gel this time. I am going with old school carpet for sure. The bilge will get enamel with hardener though.

 

[khe]

Re: Friscoboater's 1986 Glastron Carlson CVX-18 Complete restoration thread

My vote is also to keep it original. You will have a LOT of money tied up in re-gelcoating it that you'll NEVER recoup. I see you have decided to keep it original also which is good.

I've looked at boats that have been painted with automotive paint and clear coat and have immediately passed on them. It is an improper repair method and I couldn't help but wonder what the owner was trying to cover up. I realize you would use gel coat but it could have the same effect on a prospective buyer.

 

[Oldrod 47]

Re: Friscoboater's 1986 Glastron Carlson CVX-18 Complete restoration thread

Keep it original,part of the appeal is the period look, which probably would be next to impossible with current materials.

Oldrod 47

 

[Friscoboater]

Re: Friscoboater's 1986 Glastron Carlson CVX-18 Complete restoration thread

I agree. It would be really hard to make right. My Sea Ray has new gel where it is blue, but that is just one cold, and pretty easy at that.

 

[Auger01]

Re: Friscoboater's 1986 Glastron Carlson CVX-18 Complete restoration thread

i am in the "keep it original" camp too. If you redo it, it is only going to get dinged up a bit the first season or two, then you are right back where you started.

 

[pyrotek]

Re: Friscoboater's 1986 Glastron Carlson CVX-18 Complete restoration thread

I agree. It would be really hard to make right. My Sea Ray has new gel where it is blue, but that is just one cold, and pretty easy at that.

Elaborate please? You re-did all the blue gelcoat? Any videos of that?

 

[Willyclay]

Re: Friscoboater's 1986 Glastron Carlson CVX-18 Complete restoration thread

I like the Name Vermin's Lair for sure!

I cast one vote for "Miss Debby", especially if you are going to keep it for your son!

 

[Friscoboater]

Re: Friscoboater's 1986 Glastron Carlson CVX-18 Complete restoration thread

Elaborate please? You re-did all the blue gelcoat? Any videos of that?

Sorry I should have been more clear. It was done before I bought. I saw the receipt for $1800.

 

[26aftcab454]

Re: Friscoboater's 1986 Glastron Carlson CVX-18 Complete restoration thread

Buff it up & polish --Come on Jay! it looks awsome already . The Glastron is not perfect but get compliments every time I go out.
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[Friscoboater]

Re: Friscoboater's 1986 Glastron Carlson CVX-18 Complete restoration thread

I smile everytime I see that boat. It really give me motivation.

 

[Friscoboater]

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[tpenfield]

Re: Friscoboater's 1986 Glastron Carlson CVX-18 Complete restoration thread

Jay:

Looking good . . . the rodents are out finding a new place to live.

Have you considered going with synthetic materials for the new structure? It might be a bit more $$$, but great for longevity.

 

[clockwatcher]

Re: Friscoboater's 1986 Glastron Carlson CVX-18 Complete restoration thread

Jay,
You do have a sickness.
Cool boat, nice project.

JH

 

[72mtwain]

Re: Friscoboater's 1986 Glastron Carlson CVX-18 Complete restoration thread

FYI... full set of gauges for IO

 

[Friscoboater]

Re: Friscoboater's 1986 Glastron Carlson CVX-18 Complete restoration thread

Thanks Clock! MTwain... you are awesome!! I am sending an email to this guy and I just might buy them. It scares me to buy old ones though. What does everyone think? Get some new ones, or get some old ones?

 

[dorelse]

Re: Friscoboater's 1986 Glastron Carlson CVX-18 Complete restoration thread

Thanks Clock! MTwain... you are awesome!! I am sending an email to this guy and I just might buy them. It scares me to buy old ones though. What does everyone think? Get some new ones, or get some old ones?

Jay - the seller is on the CGOA MN forums...he's a straight shooter so you won't have any problems with the seller.

I would skip the old ones and go new.

 

[jbcurt00]

Re: Friscoboater's 1986 Glastron Carlson CVX-18 Complete restoration thread

Old school flake = period gauges..... :frog: IMHO

But yeah, not w/out some thought about making them look as good as they should w/ all the resto work. And fully functional until much longer then just through the water test at sale.