One thing good that came from this video is now I know what a cross section through my 1970's Parker 505 looks like. I have some wood rot and I wondered were it ended. Now I see how the plywood 'spine' is epoxied in and I can see that the rot on my boat doesn't go as far as I thought it might. This video is a must watch for anyone thinking of restoring and old one. Thanks.
So good to see the ‘invisible’ aspects of this timeless design... recently acquired a pair of Parker’s one of which is nearly turnkey. While the other needs foredeck and transom replacement which should make for an enjoyable winter project bringing them back to their original glory. Add a comment if any stateside viewers happen to have a spare proctor boom/spinnaker pole of a 70’s or 80’s vintage. Cheers
Great video. While it breaks my heart it´s nice to see the insides of my Parker 5o5. I´ve got hull number 7929 and want to restore it to it´s former glory. Even now it´s the fastest boat on the lake.
One thing good that came from this video is now I know what a cross section through my 1970's Parker 505 looks like. I have some wood rot and I wondered were it ended. Now I see how the plywood 'spine' is epoxied in and I can see that the rot on my boat doesn't go as far as I thought it might. This video is a must watch for anyone thinking of restoring and old one. Thanks.
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So good to see the ‘invisible’ aspects of this timeless design... recently acquired a pair of Parker’s one of which is nearly turnkey. While the other needs foredeck and transom replacement which should make for an enjoyable winter project bringing them back to their original glory. Add a comment if any stateside viewers happen to have a spare proctor boom/spinnaker pole of a 70’s or 80’s vintage. Cheers
i agree with everything you said - I sailed and Enterprise with my Dad when I was a kid and these flew past us 🙂
Glad Steve wasn't the only one watching these fly past!
Great video. While it breaks my heart it´s nice to see the insides of my Parker 5o5. I´ve got hull number 7929 and want to restore it to it´s former glory. Even now it´s the fastest boat on the lake.
Thank you for watching :)
I've sawed up a couple old 505's, Rondars were better built but could still fit in the back of my minivan for the final trip to the dump.
I guess a sawsall is *one way* to work out your resentments over races lost.
Don't try this at home!
So Sad !!