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Runabout Renovation: How to Find and Fix Up an Old Fiberglass Speedboat (Paperback)

by Jim Anderson (Author), Jim Anderson (Author) "Trying to determine when the first fiberglass runabout was built is a little like trying to determine when the yam entered the food chain..." (more)
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Paperback: 160 pages
Publisher: International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press; 1 edition (April 1, 1992)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0071580085
ISBN-13: 978-0071580083
Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.3 x 0.5 inches
Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)

Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (15 customer reviews)

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Trying to determine when the first fiberglass runabout was built is a little like trying to determine when the yam entered the food chain. Read the first page

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runabout renovation, rotten transom, new transom, sheetmetal screws, pedestal seats, good sealant, chopped fiberglass, deck section, marine dealer, towing eyes, bedding compound, step pads, deck hardware, fiberglass mat, steering cable, woven roving, lounge seats, plywood core, wood nut, marine store, flange joint, aluminum extrusion, resin cures, floor pieces, open bow

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5.0 out of 5 stars An absolute must for fiberglass boat restoration., March 6, 1999

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This book is the ultimate source of information for the do-it-yourself fiberglass boat restorer. The time, money and effort saved by following Jim Anderson's advice makes this an absolute bargain. By using this as a guide for my own restoration project, I now have a boat that is unique in appearance (1964 Glastron Starflite Deville) yet it is stronger in construction than it was new. But the best part is that I was able to do it all for less than $1,000...a fraction of the cost of a new boat! This $16.95 investment is a no-brainer.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!, July 15, 2001

By	"rome939" (Montgomery, AL United States) - See all my reviews

I bought this book through references from a group of restorers on the internet. I was very pleased! This book takes you all the way through repairing and restoring an old runabout, from finding the right boat to final touch ups. I would call it mandatory if you're looking to restore an old fiberglass runabout.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Just like the title says., June 23, 2001

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This book goes through the basics in an intellingent and easy to read manner. I read it in two days, I couldn't put it down. If you want to purchase and renovate a late 1960s, early 1970s speed boat, BUY THIS BOOK. It spoke to me!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding and helpful manual
I purchased a 1979 runabout that runs perfectly well, but I want to replace the flooring and this book told me everything that I wanted to know, and much more in "Plain English"... Read more

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3.0 out of 5 stars A little outdated?
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This book is a great source for the do-it-yourselfer on how to repair it yourself and save money doing it.

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