TOPIC: 1957 Glasspar Del Mar Coming Along Newest Addition

Hello! I have had her for about a month. I am in the process of cleaning it and inspecting it completely. I have started reinforcing the glass near inside the cabin. I will start with the floor and cabin first. The hull is solid and doesnt need much. The previous owner took care of it and im glad they did.

I have all the parts intact. I will need a new front windshield gasket. I have visions as to what I want the boat to look like. I will do some custom work on it as well. I'll stay original on it but not on some things. [img]

Very cool boat . Miss living in Ca. keep us posted on the project. madbohunk safe boating

Nice find Gus. We don't get those over here on the east coast much, unless it was dragged here. Those pocket cruisers are fun.

Bob

Gus, that front windshield on the Delmar is a rear window from a Studebaker Commander, I believe a 1955. If you can find a gasket from an automobile restoration source, it might work, although the fiberglass mounting surface may be a bit thicker than the Stute's metal flange.

Normspeed wrote:

Gus, that front windshield on the Delmar is a rear window from a Studebaker Commander, I believe a 1955. If you can find a gasket from an automobile restoration source, it might work, although the fiberglass mounting surface may be a bit thicker than the Stute's metal flange.

Thanks! Norm right? Ive been trying to reach out to you regarding the boat.

I have found this part but like you mentioned, it wont be a direct fit right?

www.studebakerparts.com/studebakerparts/store/s/agora.cgi?&&page=53-58hardtop.html

It might fit, but I haven't replaced mine so I'm not sure. I have a Hollander's book, I'll look it up to see if there's any additional notes about those gaskets.

Normspeed wrote:

It might fit, but I haven't replaced mine so I'm not sure. I have a Hollander's book, I'll look it up to see if there's any additional notes about those gaskets.

thanks!

I'm also going to need new side windows. Have any ideas on that?

The boat is missing the seats so I am building a seat base that I will atach to the floor. I dont want to drill holes to the floor so this will be the best way. I can also remove the pedastal later.

Its done!

The bolts will be held in place underneath. Then I'll mount it to the floor with epoxy and reinforce with fiberglass.

Maybe I get mine on Monday if everything goes as plan. I never seen it yet but suppose to be delivery tomorrow. I know it is miss a top windshield but that is easy to make.

Do some more research about the Delmarva .happen to find some old pic of Delmarva I use to own.

commando wrote:

Do some more research about the Delmarva .happen to find some old pic of Delmarva I use to own.

Yea I've researched it


I've found a friend who is gonna help locate a good gasket.. I'm gonna have to make side windows because the ones I have now aren't good!

Have any ideas?

I remember last time I made a side window I made one out of cardboard paper and fit it to see if it work then I got a pllexiglass place to make it for me.my boat is miss a top windshield is it possible you can send me a template so I can get one made.thanks

Send me an email

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Gus, Hollander's book didn't have any info on the windshield gasket. I would try a reproduction gasket it will probably work.

If I am seated, this is how much I would be leveled with the side. I will be adding an adjustable pedastal in the next few days.

Normspeed wrote:

Gus, Hollander's book didn't have any info on the windshield gasket. I would try a reproduction gasket it will probably work.

Yea I will try that. When you get a chance, send me an email.

Take a close look at the flange that stop the window from falling inside to the boat. s1295.photobucket.com/user/beoncustom/library/Mobile%20Uploads?sort=3&page=1