By 1930, lyman decided to focus on larger inboard boats and produced wood vessels until the early 1970s. Lyman cruisette emerges from a complete hull, deckframing restoration and. No cushions list of known major restoration work completed. My question to all of you is before i strip it and jump in is should i do anything like attempt to swell it ect. Contact seller 1957 lyman outboard runabout,1957 wood hull lyman classic outboard restoration project. Fortunately for us, our boat has been passed down through four generations. Lyman boats wooden boats boat building yachts restoration life refurbishment wood boats ship. The complete wooden runabout restoration guide, danenberg. Learn about propellers, be a hero not a zero, propeller for sale st cloud minnesota boat dealer duration. So many of these books were packed with content that was true, but again and again, i found it wanting. We then prepped the boat for the new colors, which were chosen by the boats owners.
Boat restoration photos before and after landcraft marine. Founded in cleveland, ohio in 1875 and later relocated to sandusky, ohio, the lyman boat works is known for building wooden, lapstrake clinkerbuilt boats with legendary craftsmanship, unsurpassable utility, and steadfast seaworthiness in rough lake erie water. The transom will need to be replaced but the rest of her looks to be sound. The complete wooden runabout restoration guide how to restore your wooden runabout motorbooks. Recently purchased by a customer of ours, this cute little lyman is here for some much needed finish. Red list of known major restoration work completed. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the complete wooden runabout restoration guide. This classic outboard runabout is said to be a boat for sale. The photo is from androscoggin wooden boat works 207 6859805. Snake mountain boatworks vintage boat preservation. Classic1957 lyman 23 runabout which has been restored, and has many upgrades.
The complete wooden runabout restoration guide by don. The malibu restoration starts with pictures showing the removal of the original decals and striping, removal of old upholstery and carpeting, and the removal of old stereo equipment. Our shop is fully equipped and large enough to handle boats up to 26 feet. The ultimate lyman boat repair and restoration discussion group. Work done in early 2000s by lakeland auto and marine in port clinton, oh. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or. Unfollow lyman boats to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Androscoggin wooden boat works lyman boats our specialty see more. The complete wooden runabout restoration guide how to restore your wooden runabout. While she appeared to be in great shape and we had no real plans to do a full restorationwe are doing a full restoration. We have been restoring and repairing boats since 1995. Despite the wood hull on this runabout, we recommend that the boat be kept dry and covered in order to preserve the value of the boat. A lyman runabout restoration pleasant bay boat and spar.
This is a 1957 lyman runabout boat, well maintained by a longtime wooden boat owner. Dec 14, 2016 this pin was discovered by lyman boat owners association. Lyman was producing stock outboard boats from 1918 through the 1920s in lengths of 11, and 15 feet. Apr, 20 lyman dropped the term runabout for their 24footer and identified it as the new sleeper model with standard vberths beneath the forward deck. So whether you need repair due to accident or age, or a full restoration to get back to a likenew condition, call or email me f or help in planning your. Lyman boat restoration lyman boats, boat restoration. Apr 08, 2014 1955 20 lyman runabout preservation is 99% complete.
Now, 60 years later, its been passed down to me after a full restoration. Until i happened on don danenberg, doing so was an exercise in frustration. We are at the most enjoyable point in each of our restoration projects. The forum is a free service, and much like the free content on public radio, we hope you will support woodenboat by subscribing to this fabulous magazine. Comes with a one owner 1969 25hp johnson and trailer. Runabout restorations 1966 21 foot lyman runabout sold. This is a good book on boat restoration for the kindle. However, you really need to bone up on your understanding of boat part terms if youre going to keep up with and understand what danenberg is talking about. The boat is located here and the motor will be delivered upon sale. Get an overview of the work that goes into restoring and reviving a wooden.
Not provided boat information number of years owned. Lyman boats were built to take the chop and rough conditions of the great lakes. If you like the style and beauty of a classic 1957 lyman 23 runabout, but want the reliability of a low hour, 300 hp 5. Quality restoration and preservation of classic wooden boats including schooners, skiffs, power and sail lyman and lapstrake runabout specialists restored more than 200 lymans since 1987. Bottom replacement, bottom paint, hull side strip and refinish. Mar 29, 2017 take a look at the entire restoration of a 1961 20 lyman runabout. Have copy of the original manifest were lyman sold this boat to dealer in md.
Chris craft, century, gar and lyman owners will all benefit from having this book on their shelf. Covers just about every topic from keels and frames to finish and upholstery. Quality restoration and preservation of classic wooden boats including schooners, skiffs, power and sail lyman and lapstrake runabout specialists. When inquiring about this boat, please mention to the seller that y.
Lyman boats our specialty androscoggin wooden boat works. The title of this book is the complete wooden runabout restoration guide and it was written by don danenberg. At only 23 feet in length, it remains spacious from the aft bench to the captains bench. This lyman 23is one of the most popular designs with her tumblehome transom, sweet shear, mahogany openingwindshields, and comfortable seating. My great grandfather purchased this classic from a boat yard in albany, ny in 1956. The boat weighs approximately 2300 pounds with an empty fuel tank and without any gear or passengers. The complete wooden runabout restoration guide kindle edition by danenberg, don. This lyman handles beautifully and handles rough water well. Jun 26, 2006 i just purchased an old 1957 or so lyman runabout for restoration. Lyman introduced multiple product lines that were marketed toward fishermen, jetsetters, and everyone. Lyman introduced multiple product lines that were marketed toward fishermen, jetsetters, and everyone inbetween. This is a must read for anybody contemplating the actual restoration of a wooden boat.
Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Powered with a chrysler crown flathead straight6 inboard engine. A lyman runabout restoration pleasant bay boat and spar company has restored hundreds of boats, sail and power, wood and fiberglass, old sentimental boats and ones with fabulous pedigrees. Take a look at the entire restoration of a 1961 20 lyman runabout. View 66 photos, features and a detailed description. Includes trailer with new wheel bearings and lights. They used a clinkerbuilt or lapstrake style of construction which allowed the hull to move in rough water.
A 30 lyman worth saving over the years, my shop had already performed many upgrades to this 30 lyman including new teak decks, a new transom, wiring upgrades and all new exterior finish among other less major work. Recently purchased by a customer of ours, this cute little lyman is here for some much needed finish work. The lapstrake topsides and boot stripe have received their final coat of totalboat wet edge polyurethane paint. Originally came with a plexiglass windshield from the dealer but was removed. Complete restoration completed as of august of 2015 1966 restored 21 lyman runabout restoration completed as of august of 2015 mechanical. This is in good restorable condition with the only rot being the top coat plywoood and some transom rot where the previous owner drilled the holes to mount the engine. Boat restoration and preservation antique and classic. Mounted with the new lock wood ace outboard motors, they achieved speeds up to 18 mph. Lyman boats for sale in ohio, michigan, new york, connecticut. Boat has been an ongoing restoration project and stored inside. The company started in cleveland, ohio in 1875, then moved to sandusky, ohio. Jan 22, 2018 lyman boat restoration by john mcleroy. Lyman dropped the term runabout for their 24footer and identified it as the new sleeper model with standard vberths beneath the forward deck. In this comprehensive restoration guide for owners and enthusiasts of wooden powerboats of all makes and models built from the early 1920s through the 1960s, author don dannenberg covers all major woodworking aspects of restoration.
The complete wooden runabout restoration guide kindle edition by don danenberg. This is my second project, the first being a late 50s charles whittholz 171 catboat resoration which i finished this summer. This lyman inboard runabout has a wood hull, is 19. The cg36500 is one of our finest restoration projects. However after reflection and some discussion with scott ramsey of ramsey brothers restoration. But most lyman owners dont know the story behind these relics. While this runabout does have a hull made of wood, it is beneficial to keep the boat clean and dry by covering it properly while not in use. Preowned 1957 lyman 23 runabout antique boat for sale in ventura, california near oxnard. Jan 19, 2018 but most lyman owners dont know the story behind these relics. The complete wooden runabout restoration guide, don.
To my mind, its the next best thing to new construction. Great technical book on old wooden boat restoration. Every bit of stripping and deconstuction is behind us. Charlie wallace charlies attention to detail, exceptional coats of varnish and unwavering professional work ethic have made him one of the most respected and soughtafter antique boat restorers around lake winnipesaukee for over. It shows the nice work that they do, particularly on lyman boats. Now mbi publishing companys two topselling boating titleswritten by one of the worlds top. Lyman boat restoration lyman boats, boat restoration, boat. In addition to lymans, we work with all types of lapstrake boats and other types of hull construction.
Mar 27, 2017 take a look at the entire restoration of a 1961 20 lyman runabout. Lyman is one of the few truly great names in american boatbuilding. Koroknays marine lyman boatsall about lyman boats and their history. Aug 15, 2008 in this comprehensive restoration guide for owners and enthusiasts of wooden powerboats of all makes and models built from the early 1920s through the 1960s, author don dannenberg covers all major woodworking aspects of restoration.
It was published by voyageur press and has a total of 432 pages in the book. Lyman 1963 21 runabout, first lyman purchased need help with. I have just had the stem work done and the outside of the boat restored. Then danenbergs two volume the complete wooden runabout restoration guide. Here are a few photos and the address of the restoration photo log. In a previous post seen here we made mention of our purchase of a 1958 lyman 15 runabout. They were made in sandusky, oh, right on the shores of lake erie.
This is my first post, though i have bee lurking in the shadows here for a couple of years now. Established in 1982, runabout restorations is owned and operated by charlie wallace, of wolfeboro new hampshire. Get an overview of the work that goes into restoring and reviving a wooden boat. The complete wooden runabout restoration guide danenberg, don on. Great for entertaining 812 people on sunny summer days. Restored in 20002001 by professional marine carpenter. Just received a nice little inboard lyman that needs a makeover badly.
Not designed for restoration of show boats, but for serious amateurs looking to rebuild and use a wooden boat classic. Interior complete strip and refinish, bottom paint, clean and paint bilge. Plenty of phographs and drawings to help you along. Tan original list of known major restoration work completed. Vintage boat preservation howto snake mountain boatworks. As lymans inboard fleet gained wider recognition, it faced increased competition from century, chriscraft and even cruisealong with their sea skiff models.
Powered by a 185hp gray marine v8 new swim platform and fishfinder and depth gauge. Powered by create your own unique website with customizable templates. On the other hand, wood boat restoration is the process of returning the entire boat to its original, likenew or better condition. Custom 1956 17ft chris craft restoration limitless duration. All lymans have stories, this lucky one has a family. The trailer has had new lights put on and a new boat tire. Lyman 1963 21 runabout, first lyman purchased need help. Woodwind a partial rebuild 1959 chriscraft sportsman woodwind first came to us with a badly. Founded in 1875, lyman boats quickly established a regional reputation for quality. I just purchased an old 1957 or so lyman runabout for restoration. The enduring popularity of lyman boats thousand islands. Androscoggin wooden boat works is a restoration shop located in wayne, maine that specializes in lyman boats.