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Velrob shoe skis – I bet you’ve never seen these.

In the 1950s waterskiing became very popular. Post war several boat manufacturers popped up and plenty of outboard motor companies started producing 30-50hp motors. In Washington state the Velrob manufacturing company was producing water skis. These skis were popular as far away as Colorado. My mother used her first paycheck at the telephone company whereContinue reading “Velrob shoe skis – I bet you’ve never seen these.”

Vintage Water Ski Repair

There’s a Facebook group for every interest. It’s true. One I’ve taken a shine to lately is vintage waterski groups. There’s a market for those old skis in your dad’s garage, even if they are damaged, moldy or disintegrating. Recently I’ve been teaching myself how to use epoxy including tinting it with sawdust and thickeningContinue reading “Vintage Water Ski Repair”

Tuning Zenith WIP Carburetors

For the life of me I can’t seem to tune these carbs and set the timing. The situation: NOS carbs I bought and since have put 2000 miles on them in 20 years Rebuilt the carbs last summer. Soaked in carb cleaner, new gaskets. New timing chain 2000 miles ago New headers last summer. ReplacedContinue reading “Tuning Zenith WIP Carburetors”

Boiling Carburetors

Carburetors are my nemesis. I own so many I don’t have a total count. They range from Mercury boat motor carbs, to Sunbeam Alpine WIP carbs to those on my generator, snowblower and powerwasher. The Alpine sits in the garage more than it is driven. I start it up during the winter but the carbsContinue reading “Boiling Carburetors”

Classic boat auctions

Like many other car nuts I subscribe to the daily emails from http://www.bringatrailer.com. I’ve been noticing recently that classic boats are coming up in their auctions frequently. Not just the Chris Crafts but also more common runabouts and hydroplanes. Check out this auction. https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1961-besotes-utility-runabout/?utm_source=dm&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2020-08-10

How to determine type of metal

Many components on an outboard motor are aluminum such as the lower unit. I’m not a metallurgist, but I want to learn how different metals like aluminum and steel interact when put in water and subjected to different petroleum products. I also want to keep in mind the density and strength of metals so IContinue reading “How to determine type of metal”

Borg-Warner T10 4-speed application chart

I put a 4 speed Borg-Warner T10 in my 1966 Mustang with a 200 cubic inch 6 cylinder. The guy at the Ford parts counter said I couldn’t do it. I had a bell housing from an early 60s Ford Econoline van that had the same bolt pattern. Here’s what I did: 1) 1965 FordContinue reading “Borg-Warner T10 4-speed application chart”

Stator rebuilding

I ran across this company in Garfield, NJ last year when I wanted to get a starter rebuilt and it made me think of having them rewire a stator for my Merc 500. They told me they do it by hand. I haven’t had them do it yet but here’s their website. Roberts and Son.Continue reading “Stator rebuilding”

Instrument gauge restoration

I’m always looking to add to my list of awesome suppliers. I always like referrals. I ran across someone who was happy with West Valley Instruments in Reseda, CA. https://www.westvalleyinstruments.com/before-and-after/ Their website lists the common European and American brands. I was encouraged to ask them about other projects they have restored. Specifically Airguide gauges forContinue reading “Instrument gauge restoration”

Motorcycle values

Motorcycle have been taken apart frequently and may not have a motor that is date code correct. We see these parts selling for high value. Just imagine if we could micro target the person who needs the motor you have.