Aron, you are the luckiest guy around. The fact is, you have two awesome ladies in your life that love cars, trucks, and now boats. The girls can fix just about anything they put their minds too, and now we hear that they love to fish ? Wow, you are a very fortunate man, and the envy of men everywhere . Good for you...
Your niece is so old school, barefoot, rowdy, and loves the old stuff! Yeah I’d adopt her type any day. But I’m older than dirt. Carb needs cleaning? Just a GREAT KID TO BE AROUND!!!!got to love this young lady . Stay bare footing as long as you can my friend…..❤
Cool boat. Throw a trolling motor on the back. It would be better than emergency paddles. Very cool project. The kidd jumps in and works along with you two. Its good to see. The public service announcement about the Mental Health Services is appreciated.
Hi everyone, cool outboard, I have my grandpa's 5 1/2hp Johnson Seahorse, is about a 1952. Do yourself a favor, where you tighten motor to boat, get a small rope or chain and fasten to the motor, and have it long enough to tie around a spot on seat, it is just a safety percussion in case motor comes loose on boat, that I don't fall in the lake or it will be gone, have fun fishing, is the most relaxing hobby you could ever have, cheers
Love that LoneStar boat and that very nice Wizard motor was built by Mercury .You could try wetsanding and polishing the windshield and maybe look into pulley steering as you have the expensive parts already the helm and that new wheel .Good Luck! ...Glenn
I think you found the electric starter in that Dewalt and a little mod to the engine cover. 😊 for the boat windshield, look up the procedure for the airplane you all have. You'll be right in business for taking care of the boat windshield.
I love the putt putt sound of the old marine motors. They are so cute. Your love and efforts take me back to when I was a little kid and my grandfather had his boat. He was always working on it, him and my uncle. My grandfather is the source for my love of boating and camping. You all have stirred some memories that have laid dormant for decades. Thank you for the stirring.
We had an old timer up at our cottage that had a 25 HP Wizard on an old Alumacraft boat. That thing ran like a top and was really fast. I always enjoyed seeing him skim past our place at the same times almost every day. It's good to see you folks get this old classic running again. Than Lone Star boat is a beauty.
Thanks for sharing, perfect video to have on while I work on some Ranchero parts on a rainy day... Old boats are the best. My grandpa's 'old man by the sea' was stolen from my garage in the late 1900s. It was a 1965 Seaflight (later hydroswift). It was so fun, I keep hoping she will turn up, but 25 years is a long time. Enjoy the memories.
When I was really young my dad took me out in a small aluminum boat and let me drive it, that is one of the best memories I have with my dad, the kid will remember this forever, you guys are so awesome 👍😁❤️
The three of you have such an awesome personality , the kid is really fitting into your style of projects so perfectly. Thanks for sharing, and I can't wait to see that boat in the water, so please stay safe . 😊
Just a hint of precaution always keep a plug wrench and an extra set of plugs in dry store on boat. Those ol 2 strokes often like to foul a plug even running wide open . It a lot easier to change plugs than to paddle all the way back to the launch. I think if not mistaken those Wizard motors were sold by SEARS . But I may be wrong. To add long life to that old motor you should make your gas oil mix just a tad more rich than prescribed. It be more better to have a bit of smoke and run cooler than run it too lean. That's why you keep extra plugs so you keep running. Be sure and find non ethanol gas that crap will destroy the carbs on that old gal! Be looking forward to the next adventure be safe!
I hope you got the oil mixture right. Didnt see any smoke when it fired off. As the owner of a 1960 metal project boat I know the feeling of getting an old boat back on the water again. Enjoy.
You guys are so amazing and every time you bring the Kid into the mix. She has so much fun and this time she was about to cry when she found out about going shopping. Besides she is willing to put in the work anytime you ask her. This world needs a million more The Kids and we would all be better off. Great episode and grateful Aaron is doing so much better today.
If the windshield is not cracked, just kind of foggy you might try using tooth power mixed into a paste if you can find some. I have used it many times on plastic, usually on old car radio dials to make them clear again. The last one I did it on was the radio out of a Mercedes Gullwing. The tooth powder does a good job of polishing the plastic.
This is the one of the most wholesome videos i have seen in a long time. the kid is so gifted and to have you two around her. Major kudos. Don't stop. You guys will propel her beyond her wildest dreams. never stop.
What a neat boat. it is great shape. And the kid is a hoot. The other safety stuff you need on the boat is paddles. flares, A whistle, a bucket if you have bail water .Have fun with it
Its hard to believe how much the kid has grown up since i have been watching this channel. There is a likely chance that you guys will be able to make that engine be able to run remotely with the steering wheel. They make lots of universal cables that will fit on that engine. You guys have proved your ability to fabricate and improvise through adversity. I feel confident that you will be able to make it work. I have restored many old boats and would be more than willing to assist in helping you find the correct parts. Also, I suggest keeping an eye out on market place for a sweet vintage trolling motor. It will greatly contribute to the ability to fish out of this rig!
Cool beans! That little boat will look good behind her C10 one day. I love the old Wizard motor. I have a 1959 Montgomery Wards Sea King 5 hp my dad bought new. Yep, she runs too.
Love that you snagged a vintage motor to power that sweet lil gem! We had an electric trolling motor that we stashed in our vintage aluminum boat as a backup. We got it secondhand cheap, and it became our go-to for maneuvering around our fav fishing spots on our lakes. Saved the bigger motor for getting out to them. Happy fishing kid!
The last boat windshield that I needed I had made. I went and got the manufacture name off a windshield on a boat at Bass Pro of all places. They were more than happy to make a custom windshield. We made up a template of what we wanted and sent it to them. About month later we had a windshield back with all the mounting hardware that fit perfect.
Truly a fantastic '57 boat. A find of a lifetime. Not to mention picking up 'the Wizard' and getting it running so quickly. Unbelievable that it runs so smooth. It looks like the throttle may need some 'brand' of penetrating oil squirted in the housing to loosen up it's reaction time. I know nothing about boats, but I do know a thing or two about 'sticky throttles'. I also am a great fan of 'The Kid', she is definitely a 'Gem'. Your whole family is awesome. Keep up the great content, and may God continue Blessing you!
Glad you made it through your injury’s. I went through it for 3 years to save my leg and I was nuts. Went from elite athlete to handicapped person with two small kids that lived with me primarily. Those kids saved me. If I was single there’s no doubt things would have went south. Better help would have been awesome.
Hey guys ! Before going to replace the windscreen, use an acrylic lacquer clear spray can on a section of the plexiglass... You should use fine wet sandpaper or cloth on the surface that has the most damage from the ultraviolet light. ( front facing surface usually )
Awesome video. The kid is so well behaved and it just goes to show u how parenting and being an awesome role model affects the child. She's so mature and just a cool kid. Way to go aunt and uncle for being you and being an inspiration to others. Keep up the great content and much love to yall from Maryland❤❤❤
Those two smiles from the girls when the engine fired up makes his day I bet !!!! Love seeing things resurrected and the kid seeing those sticker shock prices for new items. Its going to be some great memories. Thanks for sharing the fun!!
It's been fun watching the kids grow up I've been watching you guys for so many years she's so cute I'm getting ready to consider a shoulder replacement but I'm sure getting mixed signals about it some people go through it easily and some people go through hell I don't know what to do the pain sucks I know where you're coming from
The windscreen can be cleaned and made clear by micro sanding it with the same items we use in aviation on the their windscreens. It’s not cheap but it saves dollars down the road once you get the kit. Since I’ve been away from wrenching on aircraft for a number of years, I can’t give you a ballpark figure for the price.
this reminds me of my child hood with 1960's versions of this boat and various outboards. . Congrats. It shows my Father was much more of a mechanic and and an engine puller than I appreciated. No elect start ! We had a big barrel of fresh water we ran the engine in and then opened the drain plugs for the winter
My dad bought a white fiberglass Lone Star 14' speed boat,when I was around 10 years old ( around 1965 ). My sisters and I learned how to waterski with that boat. The boat was used, but we cleaned it up good and used it for several years on vacations. It had I think a 25 hp Evenrude on it. Memories.
This is really none of my business but after owning many many boats over the years a little piece of advice I can give you which has always turned out to be true is that you alway put the biggest motor that the boat is rated for on it and nothing smaller. Going larger will not hurt it either but never lower than maximum rated horsepower for a boat if you want it to perform right and not be disappointed in it's performance.
Just a tip from personal experience. Keep the gas line from the tank as short as practically possible and the primer bulb should be as close to the motor as possible and hanging vertically. This is advice that was once given to me that made all the difference in the world for a 15 hp Evinrude. Love that little boat BTW.
Best episode in a long while! It was fun, engaging and left the viewer wanting more. Please follow up with a part two. It would really boost the channel if you could produce more content like this. Great job guys!!
I had a 57 lone star 14 ft. Caught many nice steelhead on the river in that boat. Be really cool to see this one on the water. Old Texas classic boats.
My Dad bought a brand new 14' Montgomery Ward aluminum boat in 1957. He got a 5hp Sea King outboard to go with it. We used it on Michigan lakes and rivers. He gave it to me in the 70s and I used it until the aluminum on the bottom developed pin holes and it began to leak. That boat did yoeman service for our family.
Johnson and Evinrude are both made by OMC (Outboard Motor Corporation) parts are more available for them than the Wizzard. Cool boat, I look forward to seeing it fishing.
Did I miss something? I may have missed that you guys have lake property, I have followed your boating adventures when you got the big Bayliner and enjoyed summer time fun at your families favorite place you have enjoyed for years. Its cool with your boat content you venture into a life I have lived and now you are into the cool antique/vintage boat world with old outboards that I have actually had in the past. Would be open to helping with any info I may have, I might even have old service/repair manuals that I could copy for you. I am 2 days away from retiring to actually enjoy my 24 power boats and couple car projects. I appreciate seeing how important family is to you both with your niece and other family. Sadly that is lost today and maybe you sharing it can have it spread. Thanks for all you share. IF you ever want to do a road trip let me know. Jim here from Michigan.
We’ve started renovating our little home we bought when we were barely 20! Since then we’ve been renting my grandparents lake house, recently (within the last month) we finally were able to buy it!! So that’s a really special thing to keep in the family ❤️ So, the lake property is new 🥰
Yall forgot to mention the steering wheel and new bushings for it and the anchor! I think that boat had a red light where that emblem on the front is also🤔 yall should get some cushings to sit on to! Also make sure you have a good plug for it that seals good!
A outboard motor is the same as a 2 stroke lawnmower, the "flywheel" is actually a magneto from which creates the spark ,check under the flywheel at the magnets in the flywheel.
Glad you were able to get her fired up. I bought two antique outboards a couple years back for a 10ft Jonboat that I had got. One was a Johnson Alternate Firing Twin and the other was a Goodyear Seabee both 5hp. The Johnson was a no go because the shaft was too long. The Goodyear was the one I focused on. We’ll both of these motors were very old I think the Johnson was a 1942 and the Goodyear was maybe a 1935. Not 100% sure on those dates but the float for the carburetor on the Goodyear was cork and parts were scarce and if you did find them they wanted a arm and a leg and they weren’t in good condition to say the least. Short story long I ended selling the boat and I kept the two motors and painted and polished them up like factory fresh and gave them to a friend that lived on the lake. You may want to get a solar panel to hook up to your battery to keep it charged up and I didn’t see you purchase a anchor. Good Luck & Happy Fishing!
The Kid did a nice job of picking up that motor, but you gotta be careful, I picked up the 15hp for my boat which I’ve done countless times before and I ended up pulling a hamstring. My F-I-L had built some stands out of wood with some casters for storage, nowadays I wheel the boat as close to the garage as I can and wheel the motor as close to the boat and then it’s a lift off the stand and onto the boat. Haven’t had an issue since, as you get older things you did before when you were younger take some planning out
I grew up with a 1957 15' aluminum "Feathercraft" with a brand new 1971 50hp Johnson, very similar, had a barrel back, back seat faced forward and walk thru front seat, it was a bit fancier than what you got. It was a great boat ran it to 80/81 then stepped up to a Merc 115, the boat brand slips my mind.
That 12HP Wizard brings back some good and HORRIBLE memories. I grew up in Turkey. I am 77 years old. I remember that engine rather well. It was my first outboard engine on my first boat when I was a teen. I don't remember where my father got it from it must not have had a return policy. Spent an entire summer vacation at our summer home trying to make it work. Sometimes it started. Those were the good times that lasted about 3-4 minutes. No dealers, no parts, just change the spark plug, clean the carburetor and pull. Entire summer spent doing just that,. I hope you have better luck with it than I did.
If I am not mistaken, that outboard was made by Mercury, so it's likely to use Merc parts if you ever need them. Also, using a drill to check for spark and to try starting small engines is a real back saver!! Boat looks 👍 great
@38:18 When the windshield is wet, it looked pretty dang good. If you put some ATF on a rag, and wipe a small section, it might surprise you. Will it last forever? No, but how about rain-x inside and out. Something to try for fun.
You guys are the bomb. I remember Wizard motors, I don't know if Montgomery Ward or Sears sold them. They were just about bullet proof. I'm always impressed by your ingenuity. Can't wait for the next Lone Star episode.
@@DCS026 Right, I was going to say the same thing...I'm 80 yr old and Western Auto had a whole line of Wizard products. I think that particular motor was manufactured solely for Western Auto....
You may have to lengthen your fuel line...you spin the motor 180° and flip the handle for reverse. That's a Mercury impeller. Sweet boat! I love the vintage styling. Put a 25 hp on it and hook up the steering!
Very cool restores boat. I have spent many of fun days and nights fishing Cedar Creek (50 years ago). And have paddle all around the lake as a young teenager. If you have issues you should try going over to Parsons Creek just out of Eustace. It is a state park lake smaller and more protected from winds. It is also a lake designed for bass fishing with great cover and lots of bait fish. Bass fishing is catch and release but crappie, blue gill and catfish are abundant and you can keep those to eat.
You are correct I did mean Purtis Creek I need to be more alert before I send Siri tends to think she knows what I mean more than I do. I had a ranch small - 100 acres on FM 1861 for 20 years prior to moving to SoCal. I watch them build Purtis Creek and was invited for grand opening and dishes in numerous times with my sons in the 80s and 90s.
You can polish plexiglass back out just like you do headlight lenses, you just need different grits of fine sand paper with drill attachment and polishing cream and patience make sure you use a water spray bottle when sanding. you can find videos on how to do it or you could just go to a glass company that has an oven and have them make you one
I was born in ‘66. When i turned 16 my dad got me a 1962 Crownline. He got a deal on a new 30hp Suzuki. The boat looked a lot like yours. The motor was a long shaft which made it a little difficult to drive. I had to distribute the weight perfectly.
Back in the day,,,,,,,, I was at the lake and saw a truck about like the Kid's. I'd guess it was a 3/4 ton. N E way, it had a small shell on it's bed, with a dune buggy inside it, pulling about a 28 ft camper, pulling about a 20 ft v hull ski type boat. He was having no problem pulling it all. Thought the Kid might like that. Great video. Looking forward to the next one.
If you buff the windshield with DuPont #7 rubbing compound, it will come out like a brand new windshield. I have done that on many vintage snowmobiles windshields with great success 😊. Nice boat and a great way for that Young Lady to become the ship captain!
I legitimately wish i had a relationships with my family in OK like yall have. Thats the problem with growing up in a military family...those relationships never get solid like that.
I'm so happy Aaron is doing better, that was a great video, the kid sure is growing up fast , and of course Emily gets more beautiful every day. Lots of love from pa ❤❤❤
It's been fun watching the kid grow up, I hope she carrys the flying sparks garage into a new generation
same
Aron, you are the luckiest guy around. The fact is, you have two awesome ladies in your life that love cars, trucks, and now boats. The girls can fix just about anything they put their minds too, and now we hear that they love to fish ? Wow, you are a very fortunate man, and the envy of men everywhere . Good for you...
I absolutely love “The Kid’s” enthusiasm! So many would just sit back and say “Let me know when it’s done” but she’s in there with the best of them! ❤
Your niece is so old school, barefoot, rowdy, and loves the old stuff! Yeah I’d adopt her type any day. But I’m older than dirt. Carb needs cleaning? Just a GREAT KID TO BE AROUND!!!!got to love this young lady . Stay bare footing as long as you can my friend…..❤
I love how the Kid can't contain her happiness. She is amazing and such a gracious person.
Indeed she's a great addition to the show
Great how about you
Cool boat. Throw a trolling motor on the back. It would be better than emergency paddles. Very cool project. The kidd jumps in and works along with you two. Its good to see. The public service announcement about the Mental Health Services is appreciated.
YOU guys are so good to the KID (she is so sweet ) GOD will take care fo you two for what you do for her .
When I watch you three working on a project together, the words passing the torch come to mind again and again. Great video!
Hi everyone, cool outboard, I have my grandpa's 5 1/2hp Johnson Seahorse, is about a 1952. Do yourself a favor, where you tighten motor to boat, get a small rope or chain and fasten to the motor, and have it long enough to tie around a spot on seat, it is just a safety percussion in case motor comes loose on boat, that I don't fall in the lake or it will be gone, have fun fishing, is the most relaxing hobby you could ever have, cheers
Love that LoneStar boat and that very nice Wizard motor was built by Mercury .You could try wetsanding and polishing the windshield and maybe look into pulley
steering as you have the expensive parts already the helm and that new wheel .Good Luck! ...Glenn
I think you found the electric starter in that Dewalt and a little mod to the engine cover. 😊 for the boat windshield, look up the procedure for the airplane you all have. You'll be right in business for taking care of the boat windshield.
What a beautiful sunset while y’all are strategizing on the dock! Great video!
@skylerMary I agree! A gorgeous sunset!
I love the putt putt sound of the old marine motors. They are so cute.
Your love and efforts take me back to when I was a little kid and my grandfather had his boat. He was always working on it, him and my uncle. My grandfather is the source for my love of boating and camping. You all have stirred some memories that have laid dormant for decades. Thank you for the stirring.
We had an old timer up at our cottage that had a 25 HP Wizard on an old Alumacraft boat. That thing ran like a top and was really fast. I always enjoyed seeing him skim past our place at the same times almost every day. It's good to see you folks get this old classic running again. Than Lone Star boat is a beauty.
You three make me smile every time, no matter the project.
My husband and I watched this it was so amazing the kid was so happy she is growing up so fast I love how close the family is ❤❤❤
Thanks for sharing, perfect video to have on while I work on some Ranchero parts on a rainy day...
Old boats are the best. My grandpa's 'old man by the sea' was stolen from my garage in the late 1900s. It was a 1965 Seaflight (later hydroswift). It was so fun, I keep hoping she will turn up, but 25 years is a long time. Enjoy the memories.
When I was really young my dad took me out in a small aluminum boat and let me drive it, that is one of the best memories I have with my dad, the kid will remember this forever, you guys are so awesome 👍😁❤️
That is soooo amazing, thank you for sharing that ❤️❤️❤️
What a great kid! Such a cutie and an awesome attitude. And you guys are incredible for being such a good influence in her life.
The three of you have such an awesome personality , the kid is really fitting into your style of projects so perfectly. Thanks for sharing, and I can't wait to see that boat in the water, so please stay safe . 😊
Just a hint of precaution always keep a plug wrench and an extra set of plugs in dry store on boat. Those ol 2 strokes often like to foul a plug even running wide open . It a lot easier to change plugs than to paddle all the way back to the launch. I think if not mistaken those Wizard motors were sold by SEARS . But I may be wrong. To add long life to that old motor you should make your gas oil mix just a tad more rich than prescribed. It be more better to have a bit of smoke and run cooler than run it too lean. That's why you keep extra plugs so you keep running. Be sure and find non ethanol gas that crap will destroy the carbs on that old gal! Be looking forward to the next adventure be safe!
I hope you got the oil mixture right. Didnt see any smoke when it fired off. As the owner of a 1960 metal project boat I know the feeling of getting an old boat back on the water again. Enjoy.
It’s really Cool to see the Kid Working!!! Love HER BOAT AND TRUCK!
Maybe try the headlight restore method to clean and polish it and then give it a clear coat.
Wizard was a brand for Western Auto.
Loved that blue 70's stepside big truck
@skylerMary I'm good!
@skylerMary it's good but why are we having a convo on here?
You guys are so amazing and every time you bring the Kid into the mix. She has so much fun and this time she was about to cry when she found out about going shopping. Besides she is willing to put in the work anytime you ask her. This world needs a million more The Kids and we would all be better off. Great episode and grateful Aaron is doing so much better today.
Very wholesome to have the family engaged on a project!
Great that you it running, it will give you a lot of enjoyable movements on the sea!
The kid is so cool a true old soul. With the greatest aunt and uncle ever. Its refreshing to see the happy family dynamic. You all are amazing.
If the windshield is not cracked, just kind of foggy you might try using tooth power mixed into a paste if you can find some. I have used it many times on plastic, usually on old car radio dials to make them clear again. The last one I did it on was the radio out of a Mercedes Gullwing. The tooth powder does a good job of polishing the plastic.
This is the one of the most wholesome videos i have seen in a long time. the kid is so gifted and to have you two around her. Major kudos. Don't stop. You guys will propel her beyond her wildest dreams. never stop.
What a neat boat. it is great shape. And the kid is a hoot. The other safety stuff you need on the boat is paddles. flares, A whistle, a bucket if you have bail water .Have fun with it
Its hard to believe how much the kid has grown up since i have been watching this channel. There is a likely chance that you guys will be able to make that engine be able to run remotely with the steering wheel. They make lots of universal cables that will fit on that engine. You guys have proved your ability to fabricate and improvise through adversity. I feel confident that you will be able to make it work. I have restored many old boats and would be more than willing to assist in helping you find the correct parts. Also, I suggest keeping an eye out on market place for a sweet vintage trolling motor. It will greatly contribute to the ability to fish out of this rig!
Cool beans! That little boat will look good behind her C10 one day. I love the old Wizard motor. I have a
1959 Montgomery Wards Sea King 5 hp my dad bought new. Yep, she runs too.
You can use a drill with a socket on the flywheel nut, its just as good as a electric starter
Love that you snagged a vintage motor to power that sweet lil gem! We had an electric trolling motor that we stashed in our vintage aluminum boat as a backup. We got it secondhand cheap, and it became our go-to for maneuvering around our fav fishing spots on our lakes. Saved the bigger motor for getting out to them. Happy fishing kid!
All good things take time love watching you guys
The last boat windshield that I needed I had made. I went and got the manufacture name off a windshield on a boat at Bass Pro of all places. They were more than happy to make a custom windshield. We made up a template of what we wanted and sent it to them. About month later we had a windshield back with all the mounting hardware that fit perfect.
I wish more adults would teach the younger generations values like this.
Truly a fantastic '57 boat. A find of a lifetime. Not to mention picking up 'the Wizard' and getting it running so quickly. Unbelievable that it runs so smooth. It looks like the throttle may need some 'brand' of penetrating oil squirted in the housing to loosen up it's reaction time. I know nothing about boats, but I do know a thing or two about 'sticky throttles'. I also am a great fan of 'The Kid', she is definitely a 'Gem'. Your whole family is awesome. Keep up the great content, and may God continue Blessing you!
Glad you made it through your injury’s. I went through it for 3 years to save my leg and I was nuts. Went from elite athlete to handicapped person with two small kids that lived with me primarily. Those kids saved me. If I was single there’s no doubt things would have went south. Better help would have been awesome.
Hey guys !
Before going to replace the windscreen, use an acrylic lacquer clear spray can on a section of the plexiglass...
You should use fine wet sandpaper or cloth on the surface that has the most damage from the ultraviolet light. ( front facing surface usually )
Awesome video. The kid is so well behaved and it just goes to show u how parenting and being an awesome role model affects the child. She's so mature and just a cool kid. Way to go aunt and uncle for being you and being an inspiration to others. Keep up the great content and much love to yall from Maryland❤❤❤
That is one cool boat and one happy kid! All building those precious moments that you can't ever get back. That is awesome!
Those two smiles from the girls when the engine fired up makes his day I bet !!!! Love seeing things resurrected and the kid seeing those sticker shock prices for new items. Its going to be some great memories. Thanks for sharing the fun!!
Good looking boat, you will soon be out on the lake fishing with vintage boat and motor. The three of you are awesome.
It's been fun watching the kids grow up I've been watching you guys for so many years she's so cute I'm getting ready to consider a shoulder replacement but I'm sure getting mixed signals about it some people go through it easily and some people go through hell I don't know what to do the pain sucks I know where you're coming from
The carb! Plus you will need a new water pump impeller. Pull the plugs to have easier pulling to check spark. Great looking boat and family.
The windscreen can be cleaned and made clear by micro sanding it with the same items we use in aviation on the their windscreens. It’s not cheap but it saves dollars down the road once you get the kit. Since I’ve been away from wrenching on aircraft for a number of years, I can’t give you a ballpark figure for the price.
this reminds me of my child hood with 1960's versions of this boat and various outboards. . Congrats.
It shows my Father was much more of a mechanic and and an engine puller than I appreciated. No elect start !
We had a big barrel of fresh water we ran the engine in and then opened the drain plugs for the winter
My dad bought a white fiberglass Lone Star 14' speed boat,when I was around 10 years old ( around 1965 ). My sisters and I learned how to waterski with that boat. The boat was used, but we cleaned it up good and used it for several years on vacations. It had I think a 25 hp Evenrude on it. Memories.
One Beautiful family !
This is really none of my business but after owning many many boats over the years a little piece of advice I can give you which has always turned out to be true is that you alway put the biggest motor that the boat is rated for on it and nothing smaller. Going larger will not hurt it either but never lower than maximum rated horsepower for a boat if you want it to perform right and not be disappointed in it's performance.
Try cleaning and polishing the windshield, there are special polishes with the waxes at any auto store. Plastex (sp?) comes to mind.
Plexus I think.
Just a tip from personal experience. Keep the gas line from the tank as short as practically possible and the primer bulb should be as close to the motor as possible and hanging vertically. This is advice that was once given to me that made all the difference in the world for a 15 hp Evinrude. Love that little boat BTW.
Best episode in a long while! It was fun, engaging and left the viewer wanting more. Please follow up with a part two. It would really boost the channel if you could produce more content like this. Great job guys!!
I've got one of those Bass tracker classics, great little boat. I got mine right before the pandemic for 14995.
Pretty neat little boat. I'm happy to see you all having fun.
I had a 57 lone star 14 ft. Caught many nice steelhead on the river in that boat. Be really cool to see this one on the water. Old Texas classic boats.
My Dad bought a brand new 14' Montgomery Ward aluminum boat in 1957. He got a 5hp Sea King outboard to go with it. We used it on Michigan lakes and rivers. He gave it to me in the 70s and I used it until the aluminum on the bottom developed pin holes and it began to leak. That boat did yoeman service for our family.
Johnson and Evinrude are both made by OMC (Outboard Motor Corporation) parts are more available for them than the Wizzard. Cool boat, I look forward to seeing it fishing.
Did I miss something? I may have missed that you guys have lake property, I have followed your boating adventures when you got the big Bayliner and enjoyed summer time fun at your families favorite place you have enjoyed for years. Its cool with your boat content you venture into a life I have lived and now you are into the cool antique/vintage boat world with old outboards that I have actually had in the past. Would be open to helping with any info I may have, I might even have old service/repair manuals that I could copy for you. I am 2 days away from retiring to actually enjoy my 24 power boats and couple car projects. I appreciate seeing how important family is to you both with your niece and other family. Sadly that is lost today and maybe you sharing it can have it spread. Thanks for all you share. IF you ever want to do a road trip let me know. Jim here from Michigan.
We’ve started renovating our little home we bought when we were barely 20! Since then we’ve been renting my grandparents lake house, recently (within the last month) we finally were able to buy it!! So that’s a really special thing to keep in the family ❤️
So, the lake property is new 🥰
The Kid is so precious and a beautiful, adorable person!
Yall forgot to mention the steering wheel and new bushings for it and the anchor! I think that boat had a red light where that emblem on the front is also🤔 yall should get some cushings to sit on to! Also make sure you have a good plug for it that seals good!
There is a way to clean that plexiglass, same way you clean fogged up headlights, i had my trucks cleaned, they used very fine sand paper and rainx !
A outboard motor is the same as a 2 stroke lawnmower, the "flywheel" is actually a magneto from which creates the spark ,check under the flywheel at the magnets in the flywheel.
Glad you were able to get her fired up. I bought two antique outboards a couple years back for a 10ft Jonboat that I had got. One was a Johnson Alternate Firing Twin and the other was a Goodyear Seabee both 5hp. The Johnson was a no go because the shaft was too long. The Goodyear was the one I focused on. We’ll both of these motors were very old I think the Johnson was a 1942 and the Goodyear was maybe a 1935. Not 100% sure on those dates but the float for the carburetor on the Goodyear was cork and parts were scarce and if you did find them they wanted a arm and a leg and they weren’t in good condition to say the least. Short story long I ended selling the boat and I kept the two motors and painted and polished them up like factory fresh and gave them to a friend that lived on the lake. You may want to get a solar panel to hook up to your battery to keep it charged up and I didn’t see you purchase a anchor. Good Luck & Happy Fishing!
Awesome Little Boat For An Equally Awesome Family !! 👍
The Kid did a nice job of picking up that motor, but you gotta be careful, I picked up the 15hp for my boat which I’ve done countless times before and I ended up pulling a hamstring. My F-I-L had built some stands out of wood with some casters for storage, nowadays I wheel the boat as close to the garage as I can and wheel the motor as close to the boat and then it’s a lift off the stand and onto the boat. Haven’t had an issue since, as you get older things you did before when you were younger take some planning out
Looking forward to going with you . Thanks for your vids . They keep this old guy going
I grew up with a 1957 15' aluminum "Feathercraft" with a brand new 1971 50hp Johnson, very similar, had a barrel back, back seat faced forward and walk thru front seat, it was a bit fancier than what you got. It was a great boat ran it to 80/81 then stepped up to a Merc 115, the boat brand slips my mind.
That 12HP Wizard brings back some good and HORRIBLE memories. I grew up in Turkey. I am 77 years old. I remember that engine rather well. It was my first outboard engine on my first boat when I was a teen. I don't remember where my father got it from it must not have had a return policy. Spent an entire summer vacation at our summer home trying to make it work. Sometimes it started. Those were the good times that lasted about 3-4 minutes. No dealers, no parts, just change the spark plug, clean the carburetor and pull. Entire summer spent doing just that,. I hope you have better luck with it than I did.
If I am not mistaken, that outboard was made by Mercury, so it's likely to use Merc parts if you ever need them.
Also, using a drill to check for spark and to try starting small engines is a real back saver!!
Boat looks 👍 great
That is too cool retro boat and motor , awesome
@38:18 When the windshield is wet, it looked pretty dang good. If you put some ATF on a rag, and wipe a small section, it might surprise you. Will it last forever? No, but how about rain-x inside and out. Something to try for fun.
Use your electric drill on the Magneto nut to spin the engine, and if it starts just lift up on your drill to disengage it.
I have 115' starcraft1971 aluminum With the wrap around windshield That thing was so much fun. You guys will enjoy that little boat
Try a headlight polishing kit and try it on the windshield
You guys are the bomb. I remember Wizard motors, I don't know if Montgomery Ward or Sears sold them. They were just about bullet proof. I'm always impressed by your ingenuity. Can't wait for the next Lone Star episode.
Western Auto sold them.
@@DCS026 Right, I was going to say the same thing...I'm 80 yr old and Western Auto had a whole line of Wizard products. I think that particular motor was manufactured solely for Western Auto....
You may have to lengthen your fuel line...you spin the motor 180° and flip the handle for reverse. That's a Mercury impeller. Sweet boat! I love the vintage styling. Put a 25 hp on it and hook up the steering!
I've been absent for awhile, but it's a pleasure to see you spending time with the kid. I wish more family members would do that.
What Aaron has that counts, is Emily. A supportive lady by his side.
Awesome video guy's thanks for sharing 👍 😀 ❤ Sending Love and prayers ❤ 🙏 from IRELAND 🇮🇪
I love how you bring these stories across.
And I understand everything that is being done there! 🙂
Love the kids fraggle hair stile. Always love that look if any one else remembers the fraggles.
Little tip for the hitch, pull the hitch out of the receiver, connect it to the ball and then slide it back into the receiver. Done!
Very cool restores boat. I have spent many of fun days and nights fishing Cedar Creek (50 years ago). And have paddle all around the lake as a young teenager. If you have issues you should try going over to Parsons Creek just out of Eustace. It is a state park lake smaller and more protected from winds. It is also a lake designed for bass fishing with great cover and lots of bait fish. Bass fishing is catch and release but crappie, blue gill and catfish are abundant and you can keep those to eat.
I think you mean Purtis Creek! It’s a great state park, indeed!
You are correct I did mean Purtis Creek I need to be more alert before I send Siri tends to think she knows what I mean more than I do. I had a ranch small - 100 acres on FM 1861 for 20 years prior to moving to SoCal. I watch them build Purtis Creek and was invited for grand opening and dishes in numerous times with my sons in the 80s and 90s.
You can polish plexiglass back out just like you do headlight lenses, you just need different grits of fine sand paper with drill attachment and polishing cream and patience make sure you use a water spray bottle when sanding. you can find videos on how to do it or you could just go to a glass company that has an oven and have them make you one
Aaron, Emily and the Kid, that's going to be a very fine boat once you get it ship shape! Cheers!
Pocket change for that much fun
super nice boat
I was born in ‘66. When i turned 16 my dad got me a 1962 Crownline. He got a deal on a new 30hp Suzuki. The boat looked a lot like yours. The motor was a long shaft which made it a little difficult to drive. I had to distribute the weight perfectly.
Is it time for The Kid to have her own starter channel?
She has such a great presence and personality.
Maybe someday!!
Great story telling and videography
Back in the day,,,,,,,, I was at the lake and saw a truck about like the Kid's. I'd guess it was a 3/4 ton. N E way, it had a small shell on it's bed, with a dune buggy inside it, pulling about a 28 ft camper, pulling about a 20 ft v hull ski type boat. He was having no problem pulling it all. Thought the Kid might like that. Great video. Looking forward to the next one.
If you buff the windshield with DuPont #7 rubbing compound, it will come out like a brand new windshield. I have done that on many vintage snowmobiles windshields with great success 😊. Nice boat and a great way for that Young Lady to become the ship captain!
That boat screams cool!! You can buy the fanciest out there but rubbing on it makes it special! And no one else has one like it!
22:25 They actually have what I call earmuffs attached your garden hose that feeds to the leg that has the little Vents to suck up the water
I legitimately wish i had a relationships with my family in OK like yall have. Thats the problem with growing up in a military family...those relationships never get solid like that.
I'm so happy Aaron is doing better, that was a great video, the kid sure is growing up fast , and of course Emily gets more beautiful every day. Lots of love from pa ❤❤❤