1968 chris craft wood hull

Discussion in 'Wooden Boat Building and Restoration' started by nuboater, Jul 18, 2011.

  1. nuboater
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    nuboater New Member

    hi i am thinking of buying a 45' 1968 chris craft i have take to a few people and some say atay away from wood hull boats. the boat is in great condition, i just don't know a lot about wood hull boats, thanks
     
    nuboater, Jul 18, 2011
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  2. PAR
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    PAR Yacht Designer/Builder

    That's great Nuboater, but did you have a question? Of course when considering a 43 year old boat, regardless of building material, it's wise to have it surveyed before purchase.
     
    PAR, Jul 18, 2011
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  3. tunnels

    tunnels Previous Member

    Got any pictures of the boat ?? If its a restore then do your home work if its just buy and use then find some one that has smething simular and ask questions . Find a club and enthusiasts that have a love and passion for those kinds a boats . :p
     
    tunnels, Jul 19, 2011
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