Newbie just starting project

[dogman12]

Just bought this boat as a project.I have no title but the guy I bought it from says it's a 1970 Winner 16.5 ft. I can't find it anywhere on the net so if anyone has any clue as to the actual year and name I would appreciate it.
So far I have pulled the transom and flooring ,all were rotted and the stringers are gone too. I have been reading a lot of the post here and find doing this restoration fun and some what easy with all the great info given.

 

[Art Bernard]

Re: Newbie just starting project

I know your having fun, but I would stop right there untill you can get a title for it otherwise all your hard work may be wasted. Other than that have a blast

Art

 

[flatcatman]

Re: Newbie just starting project

I just got a boat with no title as well. I called the Illinois DNR and they gave my all the steps I have to go through to get it in my name legally. It's actually a pretty easy process (in Illinois) you should look into that soon. All I have to do is get the guy to sign a watercraft POA (basically takes the place of the lost title). Once that is done we send it to the DNR and I apply for the title just like I bought it with a title. $52 and im titled and registered for a year!

 

[boatnut74]

Re: Newbie just starting project

In Nebraska any boat '72 and older doesnt require a title. Just fill out a watercraft registration. Good luck on your project!

 

[Cadwelder]

Re: Newbie just starting project

Welcome to iboats Dry Dock.....

I too would check into the title before proceeding. I know in North Carolina it's not big deal, very similar to Illinois, as fatcatman said. But at the very least you should give your local agency a call and let the know what you have and see what is required your area. May save a lot of headaches in the future.

There have been some bad stories here about registration in some areas, being a real pain without all the proper paperwork.

Good luck with you restore.

 

[dogman12]

Re: Newbie just starting project

Thanks everyone for the advice. Virginia kinda makes it hard since we have to post an ad, send certified letters and such before they will issue a title. I just bought another boat for the motor an 86 bayliner capri with a force 70hp been sitting for a few years {6} so I know I will have some work ahead of me for that one,Have Titles for boat and trailer for this one.

 

[Cadwelder]

Re: Newbie just starting project

Well you certainly jumped in with both feet. Good luck to you and let us know where we can help.

 

[Yacht Dr.]

Re: Newbie just starting project

I dont know why the Department of Natural Resources would have anything to do with registering a boat or Trailer.

Wouldnt you take that up with the Secretary of State in you Local ?

If its not a clean ticket to get it in your name..then dont put one more dime or effort into this..

Wrong forum mebbe ?

YD.

 

[Cadwelder]

Re: Newbie just starting project

In North and South Carolina it's the DNR that register boats. I have canceled checks to prove, LOL.

 

[bonz_d]

Re: Newbie just starting project

Wisconsin is the same way. DNR.

Cool little cuddy. should be fun. Hope you can get the title/registration straightened out.