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Just picked up a Whaler...now what?
Sweetpea
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Posted on 06/12/15 - 9:26 AM
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I just picked up a 1968 Boston Whaler that is in good shape. Does anyone know what "style/model" it is? What should I do for a console and seating? How about power...any suggestions on HP? Hopefully the picture links work.
http://imgur.com/ljruwUR
http://imgur.com/xhfUStm
http://imgur.com/FAlnJ3X
http://imgur.com/y1CKeUh


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ETEC 90 Hp seems to be the choice for top of the hp range
Do a search on google for replacement whaler wood center consoles
And bring her Back to her glory !!!


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I was wondering...if a newer style console or the original wood type would be better. As the pictures show it's pretty gutted but I got it at a good price I think. A 90 etec ought to push it well i'm sure. I'll keep it in mind.
Probably a stupid question to you guys but, anyone know what model it is and what it would look like new. Can't seem to find anything on the Google. Should it have bow rails? What was the original seatin and console type etc...
Thanks for any help.

 
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The model depended on the length and the interior layout. Since you don't have an interior, it can be what you want.

What is the length?

View the Model Specs under Photo Gallery menu below the masthead.


 
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Can you see the serial number , let's make sure the year is correct too ;)


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Oh sorry, thought i had that in the first post. It's titled as 17' so i'm assuming it's a 16'7". Where do i find the HIN on this hull? Nothing on the transom.

 
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Should be in the well in the back or in box in the front


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Could be someone painted over it


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Sweetpea
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I searched both the well and box and don't see anything. Is this okay? Should i have a tag engraved with the title hull# and placed somewhere?


 
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It's fine that you don't see it it's painted on to the hall when the boats were originally made and looks to be like somebody probably painted the interior of the boat


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This won't cause problems with Marine patrol/law enforcement? I'm just used to having a number..lol. Any suggestions on places to purchase consoles, seating, and hatches? I know Google search, but figured asking the people who know best, would be better. By the way, I paid $2600 for the stripped hull on a like new aluminum trailer. Seemed like a real fair price considering the hulls condition. Did I do good??

 
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http://www.specialtymarine.com/Boston-Whaler-Mahogany-Interiors-Parts-c7/


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You can get most everything at that link



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Do you have any of the original owners paper work ?


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Backriverexpress wrote:
Do you have any of the original owners paper work ?


Thanks for that link. No, I only got the title. What sort of paperwork would come with it?

 
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Maybe a state registration ? From the last time it was in the water ?
Paperwork like that might have boats original #'s on it


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I take it the title is for the trailer


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Given that the trailer alone is probably worth 800-1000 dollars, you probably did okay.

It's quite obvious that the boat has been worked on - the rub rail is not original nor is the color...so it depends on how well the previous guy did any repairs and prep for the paint/gelcoat that is on there now.

You can buy wood interiors from a couple sources online. The benefits/drawbacks between the two main vendors are as follows: One will deliver most parts to you pretty much next day; however, the quality can be a little iffy - especially for the wooden consoles which have been reported to have delam problems (probably due to non-phenolic glue in the ply, or some other factor). The other source, which is no longer a recommended vendor on this site, has quality that is second to none, but they can take a long time to deliver (and the prices are a bit higher). If you can wait for your interior (up to 5 months), they are the way to go. They can also customize the interior to your specs (raise the console height, etc).

A clean, low maintenance option would be to just put a non-Whaler console and a leaning post in it and go.

The best thing about this buy is that you have a completely blank slate - it's up to you what you do with it!

 
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Backriverexpress wrote:
I take it the title is for the trailer


Oh, I have the title for the boat and registration for the trailer. I just wanted the numbers on the title to match up to the HIN but i can't find/see it because it has been painted over apparently. Either way, I sort of like the idea of a newer type console and seating. I just want to utilize all of it's limited space. They sure are proud of those consoles...mahogany or fiberglass :/

 
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If ypu want to find the hull id # I would try sanding carefully in the bow locker. On my 1966 the number was on the vertical wall of the locker towards the stern of the boat about 2" up from the bottom of the well.
The numbers are white so it may be very tough as your interior is white.
Console, I would go after market fiber glass unless you want the traditional look. Motor I would recommend is 70 HP.
Yamaha makes a 4-stroke that is not too heavy, I have never owned one but like my 115 HP 4-stroke. If you are a speed demon, or carry lots of people, a 90HP may be better but I have a 90HP on my 1966 and it is truly scarey fast. My kids run the boats and are adults, but let one person at the throttle that does not get it and it would be less safe than I would want.
The 70 HP on the 1964 is plenty in my opinion.

Rails are as Phil mentioned. I like the side rails toward the middle/stern, but have removed from the 1964. I will not put them back, but have kept on the 1966. The bow rails are in my opinion stupid and if I owned a Whaler with them I would remove at once.

Hull looks great, as said earlier it is a great place to start. Clean platform.

 
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