Desperately Seeking Windshield

[boatnluvr]

I realize that windshields are hard to come by, but I have an 88 that I am repairing and I just spent a small fortune on repowering. Anyone out there willing to part with one. The rough measurements are 84 across (30x24x30) and 53" on the sides. The offset is 4 inches from the corner to the center. $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ I have searched pretty much everywhere online (Ebay, Taylor, iboats, Marine Liquidators, etc.)

[reelapeelin]

Didn't Axe offer a windshield from one he was parting out recently?...

[boatnluvr]

Yeah, I am still hoping Axe's will fit, but I understand the pre-79 shields are different. Plus it may have bad glass. We'll see when the specs and pics come in. Just getting the word out there to any other possibilities. I am not going back on my word.

[rb437]

I would think if the frame fits, the glass would be the easy part to get.

[macojoe]

You may have to get a different year, fill all your holes and make it fit!!
May be a little different, but I am sure most any V windshield would fit with a bit of work!!

[Mulv80]

I have one, the center section has been replaced with plexi-glass and is cloudy. It needs a support arm. RacerX was going to buy it but I couldnt figure out a way to ship it and I was real busy at the time with a new house and wife.

[msbhammer]

New house and Wife, Mulv. Never recieved my wedding invite. ;D
What about some wedding panties. ::) :P

[boatnluvr]

Mulv, I am waiting on Axe, but I would definitely be interested. That is if you suddenly found time away from the house and wife.

[macojoe]

Havent seen axe for a while, don't wait to long!! Jump on Mulv, these things don't come around offten!!

[C YENSEN]

I have one, *the center section has been replaced with plexi-glass and is cloudy. *It needs a support arm. *RacerX was going to buy it but I couldnt figure out a way to ship it and I was real busy at the time with a new house and wife.

what ever happened to Racerx. haven't seen him around in a long time :-/

[boatnluvr]

Mulv, know any coffin salesman? That might make a good shipping crate.

[macojoe]

Coffen, that will cost so much!! :o

Any one that has one of them put toghter entertainment centers, that be a good box.

I would go to appliance store and get like a fridge box and coustom make my box.

[boatnluvr]

High cost is true for a coffin, but I at least assume the trip would be gentle. :D Can the frames be separated?

[macojoe]

yes they will come apart and then I would use cardboard between each section, then fit into a box or make my own box for shipping.

[boatnluvr]

Thanks MJ,

I emailed MULV stating that any MailBox, etc. or UPS store will package for you. But if they come apart, it will be easier. Still no sign of AXE.

[boatnluvr]

I am getting a little excited. The marina just pulled off the old motor and will install the new one tomorrow once my jacking plate arrives. Now I just have to find time to work on it. I have to rewire, put on a windshield (hopefully not the wrong-fit one I have now, and re-install the tank , vent and hoses. I am having them install the new steering cable through the transom (required because of the jacking plate).

[boatnluvr]

Another reason for wanting the correct windshield is that I have a bimini and full enclosure. I do not really use it (I like the sun), but it is nice to know it would fit.

[Mulv80]

Another reason for wanting the correct windshield is that I have a bimini and full enclosure. *I do not really use it (I like the sun), but it is nice to know it would fit.

I'm looking for an enclosure, and I have a spare sliding hatch also.

[macojoe]

Looks like a match made in heaven!! :-*

[boatnluvr]

Even up then, lol??? Mulv, where are you located? Let me know your thoughts.

[Mulv80]

I'm in Philadelphia, PA. I'd be interested in a trade do you have any pictures of the enclosure? Is it in good shape?

[boatnluvr]

Sorry, no pics of it. It is on Cape Cod 75 miles away from me. To be honest, I put it away (gently) 2 years aga, right after I replaced a zipper. It is in good shape and the panels were pretty clear. It is blue. I may be heading to the Cape this weekend, if the wife allows it. I can pull it out and check for you. I assume you won't need the bimini (You'll need a zipper on yours). I'll also see if I can find any "like" pics in the gallery. Would you consider selling the windshield in the meantime and then we can discuss the enclosure?

[macojoe]

I am on Cape Cod and 5 min away!! The enclouser is mine!! ;) ;D

[Mulv80]

PM sent

[macojoe]

O sure take it to closed doors now!! thats like the cone of silence to screw me out of the enclosure, thats not fare!! :'(

[Mulv80]

What the eye can't see in ???

[boatnluvr]

MJ:

Here's a similar enclosure. Cudos to the guy who owns the pic (GOD??). Mine is blue and has the mooring cover that extends from the bimini to the transom.

[boatnluvr]

oops, forgot the pic.

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t252/boatnluvr/Enclosure3.jpg

[Blue_Runner]

That is C Yenson. Aka "the womanizer "

;D

[macojoe]

Well if you guys no trade call me! I want it, if I had read your post right I would have yelled it out faster!!

O well you snooze you lose!!

But what ever gets you a windshield!! Go for it!!

[msbhammer]

Hey, I could always use a spare enclosure too you know. Its like having extra underwear. ;D ;D ;D
Of all pics. to post. CY is a HO. ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D :P

[macojoe]

Keep your nose outa here!! Thats My enclosure!!

[msbhammer]

LOL. The EYE has SPOKEN. ;D ;D ;D ;D

[macojoe]

;)

[boatnluvr]

Actual pics to follow. MULV has first dibs, since he his supplying a much needed windshield. Do you guys already have biminis?

[macojoe]

I have the bimim already, But if he does take the enclouser, and you come to the cape to get it, I like to meet up with you to make a copy of all the pieces if thats alright.
I have a girl with a comercial sew machine and if I buy all the stuff she will sew for me.
I know I might have to tweak it a bit if I measure yours, but at least I have a close pattern to go by.

Thanks

[boatnluvr]

Will do MJ!

[macojoe]

Thanks ;)

[reelapeelin]

Stay tuned for the next exciting episode of "As The Enclosure Zips!!" ;D ...

[macojoe]

LMFAO!!!!

[msbhammer]

Good one REEL. ;D

[Jester]

Hey Guy,
Not sure if you're still looking (I've been "away" from the Site for over a year)....

anyway, I met this guy on the Eastern Shore of Maryland in Easton (across the Cheasapeake from Annapolis) who had a V20-Steplift he was stripping for parts, I think he still had the windshield about a year and a half ago. He has a whole "Boneyard" of old boats and a warehouse full of parts. He actually had several heat exchangers for the fresh water cooling on my boat, and his prices are pretty cheap. If nothing else, he may know of one somewhere. No website, got to call, and they aren't quick about pciking up the phone either... it's a real Father & Son kind of operation.

His company
Marine Mart

His name
Irvin Horne

His number
410-822-0166

If that doesn't work, and you're still looking, I am thinking about scrapping my "project boat" because I just don't have the time and money right now.... not since I have another running boat. I may be willing to sell you the windshield off it.... the scrap idea is only a few days old.... but right now I think I'd get more for the trailer and selected parts than the boat as is.... but I'm not sure.

[macojoe]

Stay tuned for the next exciting episode of "As The EnclosureZip's!!

In this episode Jester trying to muster in on Mulv action!

Stay tune for the next part wer this show is really going to get explosive!!

[msbhammer]

Jester has a gallery I thought. His V didnt look bad at all from what I recall. Unless he has another V.
:Just One More" was the name of his V I thought. Gotta check. ;D

[msbhammer]

That would be a great parts boat. Its in his gallery.

[boatnluvr]

Just to clarify, the windshield purchase with Mulv is near complete. Funds have been exchanged. We are avoiding the shipping issue by having my brother pick it up near Philly on his way by during his Washington to Boston trip next week.

[macojoe]

Sounds great!!!!!! Thats the best way to do it!

Now the question is what about the enclose?? Me first :-*

[Warner_Foster]

Just a suggestion. Side windshield glass broke on my 78 cutty. Replaced with 1/4 " "Lexan" and it has lasted over 5 years.

[msbhammer]

Yeah, whats up with the enclosure. ;D ;D LOL.

[macojoe]

???

[boatnluvr]

I will be pulling the enclosure out of storage by the end of next week. I'll inspect it and take some photos, but without the windshield being in place I won't be able to show it attached. I had just had some zippers replaced before I put it away. I stored it nice and flat, so it should still be in fine shape. Stay Tuned.

[macojoe]

Tell me when you are coming, I will be there with bells on! I am 10 mikes from Barnstable Harbore ;) ;D

[reelapeelin]

Tell me when you are coming, I will be there with bells on! I am 10 mikes from Barnstable Harbore ;) ;D



Bet he's got wood ;) ...

[boatnluvr]

Should I be scared?????

[msbhammer]

Just dont bend over in front of him. ;D

[macojoe]

Come on guys, you know I olny have wood for CB!!

But on the other hand he has been sick, so I have going with out, so if boat looks at me the right way, I might be able to say Boat pick that end up will ya! ;)

[chumbucket]

Should I be scared?????
He's probably gonna try to tell you that your shoes are untied. :o
Be afraid. Be very afraid! Don't say I didn't warn you.

[macojoe]

LMFAO!!

[msbhammer]

LOL, good one Chum. ;D

[reelapeelin]

Should I be scared?????




Cautious would be more like it... ;D ... and somewhere in the action...try to get pix of MJ w/ "bells on" ... they may be worth some money ;) ... ;D ;D ;D ...

[boatnluvr]

MJ and I did not get a chance to meet up, but here is a pic of the enclosure in question:

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t252/boatnluvr/Boatenclosure005a.jpg

I may want to keep it (Now that I have taken possession of Mulv's windshield). It looks like new and all zippers work great.

[macojoe]

I was waiting and waiting!! I had me race shoes on truck running all day!! used 6 gal idling all day *:'(

Only to be stood up! >:( *I was in the 1/4 mile race position all day!! Dam my back hurts!! :'(

Sure looks nice!! *:'(

[macojoe]

When you come up the end of month remember that I want to at least take measurements!! :-*

But I am shuting the truck off now!! ;)

[Mulv80]

Hey Boatn don't forget I have both sections of a sliding hatch in case you want to work a deal for the enclosure.

[msbhammer]

Thats a nice top. *;D
But as a Junior member, I think we have it written in our by-laws, that you must Give it Up. !!. ;D :o :o :o

[boatnluvr]

Ok, Hammer, but perhaps I can get special consideration since my boat looks so sad with nothing above the gunwale:

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t252/boatnluvr/Boatenclosure006a.jpg

[C YENSEN]

Dam, I missed the boat on this thread people posting photos of me and my boat.....calling me a womanizer.....how did I miss all the fun ???

Anyway....I will hopefully be getting a new enclosure within the month. but I have to reuse my hardware. So...If anyone is interested in my side, front, and rear curtains they could be yours for a small price....... ;)

Just waiting on a bonus at work headed my way to make the deal with the canvas guy..... ;D

[msbhammer]

I feel a bit bad now calling C.Y. a HO and he never knew about it. hee, hee. ;D OK, Boatluvr, since you posted a pic. we wont enforce that by-law. ;D

[macojoe]

PM SENT

[boatnluvr]

MJ:

I confirmed with the wife-2-be that we are definitely coming to the Cape this weekend. I have a looong list of to-do items, but I think the priority has to be getting the trailer ready to bring it home to Boston. The only way this thing will see the water before June is if I can work on it at home during the week. Unfortunately, I also have to do some fiberglass work before I can re-install the fuel tank, but it looks like it will still be too cold (50ish).
Anyway, since I'll be around, feel free to come measure the enclosure. Just let me know an approximate time you are available to come over on Saturday afternoon and I'll call you. Do you know how to get to Barnstable Harbor?

[macojoe]

Do you know how to get to Barnstable Harbor

Unfortunately I know very well were hell harbor is!!

[msbhammer]

Need some updated gossip here. Is M.J. still going to check out the enclosure, is mulv selling him his spare windshield ???

[boatnluvr]

Gossip Update:

The windshield was procured from Mulv 2 weeks ago, but have yet to install it. I want to replace the center glass on the walk-thru. So, I put the enclosure together to take pics with the intention of trading it back to Mulv or selling it, however the wife-2-be (getting married 4/28) would like to keep it because she gets "chilly". MJ and I did not hook-up that weekend so we are planning on him coming over to take enclosure measurements this upcoming weekend, assuming he can move enough on the bad tootsie.

[msbhammer]

Congrads on the wedding and the windshield from Mulv.
Mulv's a good guy, he got me hooked on this site.
So when do "WE" expect to get our wedding invites.
We have a few good wedding crashers here I think. ;D

[Mulv80]

Thanks for the kind words Hammer :)

Boat, I have both pieces of the center hatch. I wasnt sure if you needed them or not. Let me know and maybe we can work something out.

[msbhammer]

Mulv, you still interested in the top ?
Would look nice on your V. ;)

[C YENSEN]

GOOD TO SEE MEMBERS TRADING STUFF BACK AND FORTH ;) 8)

[msbhammer]

Thats not completely True. Nobody is willing to trade me a bracket. Well, I really mean is to gimmmmmie a freeebie bracket. ;D

[C YENSEN]

ALWAYS TRYING HUH HAMMER?

[macojoe]

Mulv, you still interested in the top ?
Would look nice on your V.

Hammer you need to slow down and read!!

He is not getting rid of the top anymore, he is keeping it.

I am going there to take measurements in case I have to make one,
I have something in the works in the back ground were I might be getting one some place else, But if it doesn't work out I will have the sizes and make my own.

And yes trading is always nice!! everyone makes out, and I like that!

[msbhammer]

On my third cup of coffee. Not slowing down for nothing!