Still have my 73' Grumman 17' whitewater(shallow) keel model I got brand new when I was 15. Still no leaks and solid as a rock after being stored tuned over in the yard its whole life. These old boats are indestructible.
That's great! We're moving to Hayward, WI and are planning on putting many miles on it on the Namekagon River (Wisconsin's Moving National Park). Never been on it, but I hear it's amazing!
Don’t think I would put a Submarine captain’s name on a boat that I intended to float. LOL. Looks great after the polish. I knew a guy that restored a WWII aircraft. He polished the aluminum skin with crushed walnut hulls. It was like a mirror.
I just literally got done washing a 1968 grumman. With star bright aluminum cleaner/ restorer, basically acid. It removes oxidation and grime. It works well. I also used a medium grit scotch bright and rubbed lightly. I’m very happy with it.
Looks like a labor of love, did a nice job on it. Hopefully the protectant will slow down the oxidization. Something about these ole aluminum canoes, at least they last forever with a little care and respect.👍😎
I learned in the early 70's to paddle and sail in grumman canoes, time pf my life. Those sail rigs are harder to find these days, unless your very lucky! Just picked up a 15' in mint condition, doesn't look more than 3-4 yrs old he took excellant care of it.
@@dananorth895 The most rare part is the Mast Step casting that bolts onto the riveted flange in the front of the canoe. It's a square aluminum casting that the foot of the mast rests in. The spars can be had at any Metals Supermarket. Sail~Rite has easy to sew sail kits that will work. Mine has the standing lug sail (54 sq. ft.) for the 15ft Pooduck Skiff.
Still have my 73' Grumman 17' whitewater(shallow) keel model I got brand new when I was 15. Still no leaks and solid as a rock after being stored tuned over in the yard its whole life. These old boats are indestructible.
That's great! We're moving to Hayward, WI and are planning on putting many miles on it on the Namekagon River (Wisconsin's Moving National Park). Never been on it, but I hear it's amazing!
Don’t think I would put a Submarine captain’s name on a boat that I intended to float. LOL. Looks great after the polish. I knew a guy that restored a WWII aircraft. He polished the aluminum skin with crushed walnut hulls. It was like a mirror.
You know...I hadn't thought of that! Ha! I'm going to look into the walnut polish. Very cool. Might have to give it a go.
I just literally got done washing a 1968 grumman. With star bright aluminum cleaner/ restorer, basically acid. It removes oxidation and grime. It works well. I also used a medium grit scotch bright and rubbed lightly. I’m very happy with it.
I watched as many vids as I could before I started my project. Your way sounds like a great option!
Very nice !
excelent
Beautiful! Did you make those stickers, too?
@@ian.mcconnell It's crazy what you can design online these days! I think the shipping was the same price as the stickers😂
Looks like a labor of love, did a nice job on it. Hopefully the protectant will slow down the oxidization.
Something about these ole aluminum canoes, at least they last forever with a little care and respect.👍😎
Thanks! Totally agree. I definitely learned a lot starting that one!😅
I just got mine the other day from the original owner who bought it in 74. His came with a sail rigging as well
I learned in the early 70's to paddle and sail in grumman canoes, time pf my life.
Those sail rigs are harder to find these days, unless your very lucky!
Just picked up a 15' in mint condition, doesn't look more than 3-4 yrs old he took excellant care of it.
@@dananorth895 The most rare part is the Mast Step casting that bolts onto the riveted flange in the front of the canoe. It's a square aluminum casting that the foot of the mast rests in. The spars can be had at any Metals Supermarket. Sail~Rite has easy to sew sail kits that will work. Mine has the standing lug sail (54 sq. ft.) for the 15ft Pooduck Skiff.
That cool...
If you want to get the absolute best aluminum cleaner go to a welding store and get the stuff they use
I actually have to stop by Mississippi Welding Supply today. Will check it out. Thanks!
She gave you the finger near the end
Didn't even notice!