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[peterg]

These are some pics from the dark side- there are those of us that dabble in the dark arts of the stinkpot cult. Actually, I was powerboating way before I was a sailor. Used to go out with Captain Vic- an uncle- in his wooden cabin cruiser on Barnegat Bay when I was three, then graduated to his fishing charter boat at the ripe age of seven. My latest addition to our dock is the pictured 1951 Simmons Sea Skiff- possibly the oldest survivor out there- that I am in the process of restoring for my wife, after whom it is named......the "Rebecca Ann". Found it in a barn in VA and tracked down the owner. It will hopefully hit the water this Spring about he same time that "Afternoon Beagle" (CP27) splashes, and will be used in the Rappahannock River for crabbing and fishing and lunch cruising. Anyone else in the group that messes around with power?  Playing around in both blow and go boats really allows some perspective into how accurate the traditional stereotypes are, though I do usually leave my gold chains and hair chest gel at home when using the stinkpot! Of course, though, when at the fuel dock with the sailboat, I always loudly proclaim that I've only used four gallons of diesel in the last twelve years   and make sure not to tip the attendant!           

[Bob23]

Pedro:
   The Rebecca Ann is looking sweet! Great job. So great that I'll trust an old Barnegat Bay sneakbox that I have to your expertise.
   I do not have a powerboat although I have been known to motor Koinonia around the bay when there is no wind.
   Bob23

[brackish]

Wow, what a find.  There is no shame in restoring a classic wooden boat despite the fact it has no mast.  Please post pics when you have finished the restoration.

[skip1930]

That's a nice, fun looking skiff,

good luck with it. skip.

[kickingbug1]

    gotta tell you ===that bugger would make a sweet sailboat. if she were mine she would have a mast

[skip1930]

I think a one lung-er diesel putt~putt would be really neat.
Instead of an outboard.
skip.

[redfishnc]

Simmons shop is about 3miles from my house.  I live along the Intracoastal in Wilmington, NC.  If you're ever thru here ping me and I will take you to his shop.  My 27 is at Masonboro Marina about a mile from his shop.  Great anchorages between Wrighsville Beach or Carolina Beach.

[Glenn Basore]

Very nice,

I have all ways had a soft spot for old cars, trucks and boats. I have restored a few old cars and one truck but not a boat as yet!

I have all ways liked the wooden hull types, there is nothing like the old crafting and wood working techniques that were used to great such beautiful boats with their lacquer finishes.

Some time ago, I saw / read an article about the old wooden boats (not the Chris's Craft types), this article was about the boats of the north west (Washinton State) any way, they meet once or twice in the year.

Sure wood be fun to restore one.....................

Glenn B.

[peterg]

Had some time this week to devote to the painting and varnishing of the antique stinkpot and thought I'd post the updated photos. Remaining projects include installation of electrical system and running lights, restoration of the steering wheel, and procurement and install of a 25-35HP outboard. We are really getting excited about a Spring launch, then I can restore the trailer!

[Bob23]

Nice job, Pedro.
   I'm gonna just have to drive down to old Virginny and take her out for a test drive with you. First beer's on me!
bob23

[Glenn Basore]

Very nice,

Truly, a labor of love!

Glenn B.

[peterg]

Well, I finally completed the remaining projects on the "Rebecca Ann" and took her out for a test spin off Mill Creek on the Rappahannock River. All systems performed well, but the launching ramp had shoaled in with sand, making the launch a high tide affair. The state is planning to dredge it out in July. Now I need to get a small sailboat for down there! The "Afternoon Beagle" - my CP27- found a new owner a couple weeks ago and will be heading to Maryland.  I think I will stick to boats that are able to be trailered to my yard, so I can work on them more conveniently in the off season.

[Bob23]

   Just beautiful, PG. Great job. Was it cold down there? Becky with the parka and you with the Carhart hat? Whatareya softening up now that you're defecting from the Garden State?
How's the pizza in VA? What a silly question.
   Hope to you find a sailing vessel soon. You seem to have a magnetic attaction to  'em.
bob23

[gfspencer]

What a sweet boat!  Big thumbs up!!

[peterg]

Hey Bob- the last two pictures were in very early Spring, hence the heavy duds!  The rest were from the beginning of May and I was out on the boat in shorts. As to pizza, we are going to have to import it from Jersey when we move there..............or you and Linda can drive down and bring some!! I'll be in VA for the next five days, but we all need to get together for pizza on return, and perhaps, some adult beverages.
I expect some invites to sail on the mighty Koinonia in the near future, also.
PedroG