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Need help identifying Shell Lake fiberglass boat 3 years 2 months ago #143853

I purchased this boat, motor and trailer last year from an estate. I think it's a 14' Sportsman by Shell Lake Boat, but can't find anything on-line for more details. It's fiberglass with wood gunwales and seats. The motor is around 1958, so I'm guessing the boat is near that period as well. I'm trying to decide whether to restore and keep it, or sell. The fiberglass is in good shape - just needs some paint. The gunwales need work. Links to restoration tips and instructions would be appreciated. The boat and motor were untouched in a garage for at least 6 years. The Johnson Sea Horse 10hp motor is in very good shape and started on the third pull after replacing a small spring that had been pulled off its mount. I used the rig for fishing last summer in northern Wisconsin - lots of great comments from folks that appreciated a vintage setup.
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Need help identifying Shell Lake fiberglass boat 3 years 2 months ago #143855

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She's a beauty. I've restored a couple Shell Lake boats and they are strong quality built for a lifetime. Good buy.
If you're still using it up nort i'd keep it original and use it as it was meant.
The motor is a runner and parts are all around and reasonable.
This is from the library link from above. If you click on it.
www.fiberglassics.com/library/index.php?title=Shell_Lake#History

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Need help identifying Shell Lake fiberglass boat 3 years 2 months ago #143868

Welcome aboard. The motor hood is 1957. Go to the library here and look at brochures
Andreas

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