With use came regular maintenance with Nichols freshening it in 2006 and again in 2011. It was also photographed for a book- Antique & Classic Boats. Shows include the Niagra Boat Show (3rd Place award) and Antique Wooden Boat Show in Old Forge, NY (two 1st Place awards). It’s been in Lake Erie, NY Erie Canal Lake Ontario, Canada Potomac River, VI Deep Creek Lake, MD Fourth Lake Fulton Chain Lakes- Adirondack Park, NY and others. The results remain quite marvelous, having been used regularly in a number of shows and various lakes in the American Northeast and Canada. It was carefully treated to a 2500 hour restoration with the help of expert boat restorer, Doug Nichols, of Nichols Marina & Restoration in Branchport, NY. Having purchased the boat in 1997, the owner interviewed a number of possible wood boat specialists to assist in the restoration. This Runabout was fully restored while with its Maryland owner of 16 years and completed in 2001. All said and done, over $10,900 was spent ensuring that the boat was in tip-top seaworthy condition since the survey. In August of 2014, the boat was treated to engine starting, resealing of shaft log and any cracks and a lake test, before cleaning and putting back on the trailer, then received new wheels and tires in May of 2014.
Also done was a new Chrysler CBE5 ignition module, fuel pump, battery cables, overhaul of all gauges and lights, new CNC machined 3-blade propeller and carburetor rebuild.
#Wood runabout cockpit floorboards full#
It is the surveyor’s opinion that the vessel is suitable for its intended use as a recreation vessel.” Recent service since the report included a compression test in December of 2013, as well as a full rebuild of the 318ci engine including valves, pushrods, valve seats, pistons, camshaft, bearings, lifters, gaskets, oil pump and all hardware. In conclusion, the summary reads like this: “The vessel, Saving Grace, is a well-appointed and well powered vessel with sharp lines and profile. It was found that there were no safety deficiencies and that the boat is ready for immediate service! In the opinion of the surveyor, this translates into Above Average Condition with a replacement cost of $125,000. The main cockpit has a triple windshield that gives the captain an outstanding view ahead! Other options include a banjo steering wheel, machine turned dash, electric horn, lots of storage compartments, fire extinguisher, polished stainless steel trim, rear grab handles, copper exhaust tips, Sawyer oar, buoys, small anchor, plenty of rope, and a boat cover! It was the recipient of a Society of American Marine Surveyors (SAMS) survey in mid-May of 2013 while stored in New York. All of the three cockpits are finished in an attractive nautical scheme of green vinyl with wood floors. The motor has less than an hour of run time. Hurry to place your order today for a Windlea 28’ Runabout.We are very excited to present Saving Grace, a 1934 Hutchinson 28’ Triple Cockpit Gentleman’s Runabout! The boat was professionally restored and fitted with a no-soak bottom! Finished in Mahogany with Ash inserts, this John Hacker designed modified vee is capable of taking your breath away before it even hits the water! In the spirit of the original, it is powered by a recently rebuilt 318ci Chrysler V8 gasoline engine (dated 1984) producing 235 horsepower! Power is transferred to the water via a Velvet Drive Hydraulic Marine transmission with reduction. Projecting that classic beauty while offering modern luxuries.
She is finished with traditional, single part varnish, 20 coats. White Oak hull framing, keel and chine logs. It is vacuum bagged and cold mold constructed with epoxy.
The hull is constructed of three layers, totaling 3/4". The engines, flooring, upholstery and more are all able to be tailor-made to your desires. Some key components include the Hand Crafted Mahogany wood work, reversible seating in the cockpit with built in cooler and hide-away table, cushioned V-Berth with stunning woodwork and a lighted liquor cabinet with crystal drink ware.Įvery new boat ordered is fully customizable to each customer’s personal preferences. The 28' Windlea Runabout featured and shown here was built as a base model, spec boat. The Runabouts they produce are stunning, top quality, hand crafted modern wooden boats that still maintain that classic feel. Windlea is a family owned boat company out of Wisconsin.
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