Raven
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Raven is a 1960's 16' twin cockpit runabout. Not sure of the builder but possibly a Jack Eddy hull. |
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Raven was purchased by Glenn Hickmott in 2009 as a project boat |
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Glenn who is based in Far North Queensland, didn't mess about and got straight into the restoration |
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Two planks were repaired and two others replaced |
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The transom and deck were also replaced
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The original Ford 272 V8 was a bit of a mess. Another engine was obtained and between the two engines and some new parts the original engine was rebuilt. Y block engines and parts are scarce in far north Queensland. Glenn will run the original dry sump system. |
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During Raven's restoration Glenn managed to track down a couple of previous owners. The third owner was in Melbourne and still had some original parts that from the boat, which he passed on to Glenn. |
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The deck was treated to 14 coats of varnish |
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After around 30 years on its trailer Raven hit the water again in late 2012 |
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Glenn was very happy with the way the boat went after a big resto |
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Glenn also has a 23' Chris-Craft Capri in his shed and is currently working on his next project. But that's another story. |
