hourston glascraft

  1. L

    Trying to value my late classic all original 1980 15.5 Hourston Glascraft 70 Evinrude

    Boat was purchased new in Lake Cowichan by my grandfather, spent majority of its life on the island while only being launched onto two lakes. Cowichan and sprout, Boat has never seen salt water. (Boat now resides in the central cariboo) All original interior and soft top that hasn’t been...
  2. Fritz

    Bow/Cutwater Eye Warning

    Hello Everyone out there in TV land, For my good boat Karma this week I thought I would share a discovery I made and rectified this weekend on my 20’ Hourston. I was replacing my anchor rode and discovered that the double nuts retaining the stainless bow eye looked more like reddish brown corn...
  3. I

    1978 Hourston Glascraft Restoration

    Welcome to this blog about the process of restoring this beautiful classic 18.5 foot boat. I welcome open discussion on products and others previous experience. Idle hands are the devils workshop. That will not be the case this winter on this amazing island. Cheers to everyone who has...
  4. MiddlepointBight

    Liner in cubby that runs lengthwise under gunnel...

    Looking at potentially replacing the liner that is in cubby running length-wise down the boat (under gunnel), typical of Hourstons, Double Eagles etc. The glue is letting go on mine, and material is peeling up. Side panels are curving over the bolts from rubrail (see pics). Is this vinyl...
  5. InterMechanico

    Re-wiring 18.2 Hourston Hardtop

    Good morning, Everyone. I'm wondering if anyone can chime in on their experience with updating the wiring and electrical on an older boat. I have a good understanding of DC electrical systems, and a lot of experience diagnosing and repairing them as well. I'm just looking for others'...
  6. EZZ70

    BOAT FOUND! To Locate a 23'er Hourston Glascraft Sedan Project

    Sweet, I'm back in the market, my wife just approved selling the 20' and getting a 23' project. She likes the thought of more room for weekend trips and lounging on the aft deck... So, here we go, again! :) Please let me know if you have a neighbour, friend or seen a road side sale, selling a...
  7. N

    WTB: 15' to 18' Double Eagle, Hourston, Tyee or Similar

    Hi Everyone, Just like everyone else, I am looking for a 15' to 18' Double Eagle, Hourston, Tyee or someting similar. - Something with a good hull, not looking for a project - No rot - Bad motor or electronics not a big deal - Looking for something to fish the inners of Howe Sound and Indian...
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