Rare Vintage Hondo & other Boat Rods

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Rare vintage 1968 Long Deck Hondo.
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[repo man]

lets see some more pics.

[dmontzsta]

such a tease. :)

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Ghost Flames.
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[smalls]

One of the new Wood Decks?

[coolchange]

Am I lookin at oak stringers with mahogany caps?
You're really startin to piss me off.

[BOAT ANCHOR]

That's one of my best friends old boat. It's a 1970 Hondo with a 9 foot long deck. It was purchased in 1975 from Eddie Drugman, who along with Art Dufault (D&D Marine) did the wood decks for Hondo in the early to mid 70's. These guys also did the wood deck on Ray Caselli's 007 Panic Mouse, the wood deck boat he had just before his last boat. At the time my buddy purchased the boat, it had a 350 chevy with an early Edlebrock Tunnel Ram and two 600 Hollys, with velocity stacks. It had Glenwood wet exhaust manifolds, with Glenwood cast aluminum over the transom pipes (rotated 90 deg.so the bell ends almost touched each other). It had a belt driven Jabsco water pump, fiberglass fuel tanks, Finish Line cavitation plate and hardware (THE GOOD FINISH LINE STUFF THAT ONLY LEONARD BUILT), Caselli 007 steel strut, fin, rudder, and down pedal. It had 2 Hondo fiberglass seats, Casale V drive with 3% gears and press nuts in the V drive cases, Jones mechanical tach in the dash, and ss (teflon) plumbing. The motor installation was done on rails, with billet motor plates, rudder support, strut support, and a different style of V drive braces, which were cut out of 3/8 aluminum plate and bolted on one end, horizontally to a piece of angle aluminum, which was bolted to the V drive plate, and the other end bolted to a piece of angle aluminum and horizontally mounted to the stringer. It was done this way to miss the inboard steering cables. Most all of the billet aluminum was black anodized and had not been polished before anodize, so it came out a flat black finish. The boat had mahogany floors and laminated stringers (mahogany, ash, mahogany) and matched the gunwales of the boat which were done the same way. The boat was painted forest service equipment green (Drugman also worked for the forest service) with a black target up the side of the boat. The boat came on a Competitive tandem trailer painted black, with black fenders, chrome reverse wheels with baby moon hub caps. My buddy named the boat "Wood Pecker". The boat was mostly run at Pine Flats, Millerton, Success, San Antonio and Lake Topaz, with a few outings to Castaic, and Pyramid. My buddy sold the boat in 81 or 82 to purchase a V drive cruiser. The boat was sold to a friend's nephew in the Santa Ynez Valley. This new owner painted the boat white with a red/gold /blue band around the cap line. Lost track of the boat after that, until I came across pictures of it in the Images section this past weekend. I would like to talk to the current owner of this boat if possible. If you see this post, please contact Scott at (805) 584-3033. Thanks

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Am I lookin at oak stringers with mahogany caps?
You're really startin to piss me off.
Walnut caps.

[Miller Custom Boats]

dmontzstasuch a tease.
Sorry, I'm working. I'll make time to post more photos of this boat.

[Miller Custom Boats]

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New Honduras Mahogany deck.
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The floor has inlayed flames, stringers capped with walnut.
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[superdave013]

Now that's bitchen. Love the caps & inlays. I've never seen the wood inlay done on a floor before.

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[058]

That thing is georgeous. I'm gonna lay awake tonite thinking about that boat.

[PE 316]

W O W ! ! ! !

[RiverDave]

By far and away one of the most beautiful creations I've ever laid eyes on.. :)
RD

[Miller Custom Boats]

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[ssmike]

Jim,
Looks great.....We need to schedule a time to bring the Rayson back......We're making some changes and will need your assistance again.
The timetable is open, I'll be in touch :)

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Looking forward to seeing you and the family Mike.
Jim
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[Bense468]

:eek: Some of the nicest work I have seen. Its so bitchen. :eek:

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Woodwork by Jim Miller and Justin Miller
Graphics, paint, ghost flames, inlayed floor flames by Justin Miller
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[058]

Whats the name of that boat so I can call it out while I'm having sex with my wife:D

[sgdiv7]

LOOKING GOOD, Who makes the seat that is going in that boat. I need one for my b boat.

[DansBlown73Nordic]

Im getting "WOOD" just looking at the pictures.....:p Very Nice!!!!

[DUNDUN]

Gorgeous!!!
I love the flame work
And the wood...
:D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D

[miller19j]

Very Nice Jim & Justin!
Brad

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[eraser]

that thing is awsome!!!!!! :D :D :cool:

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LOOKING GOOD, Who makes the seat that is going in that boat. I need one for my b boat.
Those two seats were individually fabricated for this boat.They will be polished, and then foamed and covered.
http://www.millercustomboats.com

[Miller Custom Boats]

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My Dad built this boat in 1965, this design was the first bubble deck in the industry.
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[Miller Custom Boats]

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It is an honor to restore a boat my Dad built 39 years ago.
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[Miller Custom Boats]

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Original 1965 Jack McNeil upholstery.
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[AzDon]

Is that marble-izing and heavy metalflake? The floor in that thing is almost too beautiful to cover up with an engine!
Jim- without a doubt you do great lookin work!

[Hallett]

wow that boat is one very clean ride
dont ever sell that boat.

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Vintage Miller paint line.
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[coolchange]

you guys have no idea how much time went into that interior.

[Miller Custom Boats]

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Jack McNeil's mother used to sew all the pleats and pull rubber thru each one, coolchange. It did take alot of time, and they were very good. I was glad to see the customer want to keep this interior, not alot of it around anymore.
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[Miller Custom Boats]

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This boat has a great story.
Wood Deck, Woodwork by Jim Miller and Justin Miller
Paint by Justin Miller
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[Miller Custom Boats]

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Back to work.
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[Miller Custom Boats]

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Wood Deck by Jim Miller
Upholstery by Cheryl Miller
http://millercustomboats.com (http://www.millercustomboats.com)

[bordsmnj]

can't say with words how nice that looks. ;) wow!

[Kim Hanson]

I have a question for you, is it just Hondo's that came with this gas cap?
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/1769ghost_flames_2-med.JPG

[Kindsvater Flat]

Kim..... Every boat I have ever owned has had them. Kindsvater, Hondo(jet), Tahiti(I/O).

[Kim Hanson]

Kim..... Every boat I have ever owned has had them. Kindsvater, Hondo(jet), Tahiti(I/O).
Shit, I thought I was on to something there :D .....( . )( . )......

[Miller Custom Boats]

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My Dad built this Miller Custom Boat in 1965.
Jim Miller
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New deck on '65 Miller.
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Classic Miller dropped paint line.
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[Miller Custom Boats]

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1965 Miller Custom Boat, restoration in progress
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[summerlove]

screw the hondo, I want to see JJ's campbell!!!!! :wink:

[roostwear]

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Damn Rex Marine stickers wind up everywhere!

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This one, summerlove?
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[Miller Custom Boats]

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Classic 1965 Miller Custom Boat Restoration in progress.
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[summerlove]

http://millercustomboats.com/images/projects/1965campbell.jpg
This one, summerlove?
http://www.millercustomboats.com
:D Now we're talking! I went for a ride on candy kid right after he finished it about 10 years ago. Very nice boat! As a result of that ride, I searched long and hard and found a 1956 18' campbell flatbottom just like Jim's. I sold it but it is currently being restored by a buddy of mine. How's the 24' coming along? I'd love to see pics of that one...Thanks for sharing. Oh, and by the way, Nice Hondo! :wink:

[BILLY.B]

Those boat's you guy's are doing look GREAT!!!. How much to put a wood deck on my K-BOAT???. Wife says she'll pay for it.

[Rexone]

Damn Rex Marine stickers wind up everywhere!
That's an old vintage Azusa one too. :D
Awesome looking decks.

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prepping the 23' molds
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[Sleek-Jet]

Is the 23 available in v-drive rigging??

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Is the 23 available in v-drive rigging??
23' is designed and built for V-Drive.
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[Miller Custom Boats]

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the 23' is our latest, hi-tec bottom design, composite construction w/ new gel technics. New-school, 2004.
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Tooling
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New Bubinga deck w/ Ash hardwood rail on 1965 Miller Custom Boat.
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Restoration on vintage 1965 Miller Custom Boat. Vintage trailer.
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Polishing new Bubinga wood deck on 1965 Miller Custom Boat.
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1965 Miller Custom Boat w/ new Bubinga wood deck.
Wood Deck by Jim Miller and Justin Miller
Paint and Graphics by Justin Miller
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[Miller Custom Boats]

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Restored vintage trailer for the '65 Bubinga Miller restoration in progress. Looking for the hubcaps.
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indoor office.
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outdoor office.
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My buddy thinks he needs a bigger garage.
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I think he's still got room.
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[Miller Custom Boats]

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Classic 1965 Miller with a new Bubinga deck is ready for upholstery. New 23' Miller Custom Boat in the back ground.
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[superdave013]

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Now this is an office I could go to every day for sure! Thanks for all the cool photos and a chance to see what goes on a Miller Custom Boats.
Now isn't posting alot more fun then lurking? I hope some other builders will take your cue and start as well.

[Miller Custom Boats]

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We started designing and tooling the 23' Evolution in September '03. Designed, tooled, built plug, molded and popped out the first Evolution. We also did these other rods, and some jobs you didn't see. We've been busy, and we had a great time.
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[wsuwrhr]

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CA'MONNNN
That is the best shot.
Brian

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Walnut capped stringers, floor boards and side panels, Bubinga Pomalei arm rest in vintage restored Miller. Arm rest matches new Bubinga deck.
Restoration by Jim, Justin and Cheryl Miller.

[Kindsvater Flat]

No offense but I really didn't like that interior. Seems to much like a show boat then something that would actually get used. Kinda like those low rider shows. Other than that I liked it.

[Miller Custom Boats]

Seems like a show boat Kinda like those low rider shows.
Thank you, it is going to be a show boat, pulled by this low rider when they are both finished.
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[FlatRat]

Nice freakin job here.I've got some ?'s on floor/stringer replacement job on a 86 Sanger Ski Hydro.Would you mind if I pm'd you with them. :2purples: :2purples:Thanks

[woodeck]

Lowrider! you mean to tell me that after all this time my woodeck flat with chain steering wheel, crushed velvet interior, gold plated engine and dayton wire wheels on the boat trailer isn't lowrider style Damn. I would of thought the boat was more on the vintage V- Drive look from years past (check out their web site!) I guess I need to make a call to Miller Boats and hook myself up cause if thats considered lowrider you will see me with a serape and a Sombrero at needles next year Vato, Olay!

[DaveA]

http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/1769armrest.jpg
Walnut capped stringers, floor boards and side panels, Bubinga Pomalei arm rest in vintage restored Miller. Arm rest matches new Bubinga deck.
Restoration by Jim, Justin and Cheryl Miller.
Wow! That's purty stuff! Looks like Donald Trump's office!

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When this boat first came thru our gates at the beginning of summer, It looked like this. Built in 1965 by Dave Miller, it had a "plain jane" wood deck, all that was available in the '60's. It's 40 years old, so even tho it needed work, it was well loved. We love it when we get to work on one of our old boats.
After consulting with the owner, everyone voted to keep this boat vintage, with a wild deck and a few "Boat Rod" touches.

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Put new full length engine stringers, and bulk heads in this 40 year old boat, then started work on new exotic wood Bubinga deck.

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Paint and graphics work by Justin Miller, Miller Custom Boats. This is a traditional Miller paint line(check out the vintage Miller's on our web site with Miller paint lines) with a "Boat Rod" update.

[dmontzsta]

The Miller Family truely holds the gift of boat building and restoration. Awesome job, I have always been a fan of your work.

[Miller Custom Boats]

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Two Miller Transoms. 1965 wood deck over fiberglass hull. 2005 all-glass 23' Miller Evovolution

[InKahntrol]

I LOVE the lines of the new 23' Evolution. I'm curious, what kind of pricing are ya looking at for a turn-key boat with a customer-supplied motor? I'm just looking for a ballpark number, basic gelcoat scheme nothing fancy, TH400, v-drive, interior, the works.
You guys did a great job coming up with a modern interpretation of a classic looking boat.
Dan

[spectras only]

Awesome pictures on your craft MCB. Would you have some pictures of a vintage monkeypod wood deck flattie by any chance ? Also what happened to the 21 V-drive project a while back ? I see you have the evolution model thats pretty cool. BTW you maybe interested to check out my friend's website at www.kazulinboats.com , that's now includes the evolution feature on his boats. Great to see carrying on a classic design for the new generations of boaters to appreciate.

[Miller Custom Boats]

I LOVE the lines of the new 23' Evolution. I'm curious, what kind of pricing are ya looking at for a turn-key boat with a customer-supplied motor? I'm just looking for a ballpark number, basic gelcoat scheme nothing fancy, TH400, v-drive, interior, the works.
You guys did a great job coming up with a modern interpretation of a classic looking boat.
Dan
Thank you. The 23' Evolution is going to be comfortable, smooth riding and functional. Fuel efficient and powerful. We'll build these boats with running gear so that won't break or wear out. The Evolution has a composite layup and efficient bottom design. The acceleration is going to be thrilling. The Evolution is going to be a handsome package, strong and timeless.
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/1769Evolution_v-drive.JPG
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/17692005_Miller_Evolution.jpg
We are currently finishing the pricing on the Evolution. We are going to market the first few at dealer cost, a very aggressive price. We will be putting price and other info on our web site soon. Thank you for your interest.

[E.J.]

[QUOTE=spectras only]Awesome pictures on your craft MCB. Would you have some pictures of a vintage monkeypod wood deck flattie by any chance ? Also what happened to the 21 V-drive project a while back ? I see you have the evolution model thats pretty cool. BTW you maybe interested to check out my friend's website at www.kazulinboats.com , that's now includes the evolution feature on his boats. Great to see carrying on a classic design for the new generations of boaters to appreciate.
Monkeypod on a 65 raysoncraft
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/2074Dsc04496.jpg

[spectras only]

E.J , Thanks , wasn't sure who's hull had it :boxed: Is the boat in the picture yours ? Very nice.

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Added a cosmetic splash rail for looks.
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Everything is color matched.
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The paint highlights the Bubinga deck perfectly. A lot of thought went into these colors and the deck. Sweet little '65 Miller Custom Boat.

[Miller Custom Boats]

The mast coming up out of the water in the center of the photo?... 50' sail boat.
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http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/1769hanging_on.jpg
A little rubbing compound, maybe some exotic hardwood around the rails? We can restore anything.
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[Miller Custom Boats]

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Floor boards and side panels in the '65 Miller Custom flattie restoration job. Bubinga armrest in the front seat matches new deck.

[Hud]

Wow, you guys do some REAL NICE stuff.....C'mon!

[1Bahnerjet]

The mast coming up out of the water in the center of the photo?... 50' sail boat.
A little rubbing compound, maybe some exotic hardwood around the rails? We can restore anything.
Hey Miller, thats Avila Beach :cool:
do you think that Sail Bote has a V-Drive in it ? :D
you Guy's are ARTIST :cool:

[Miller Custom Boats]

Hey Miller, thats Avila Beach :cool:
do you think that Sail Bote has a V-Drive in it ? :D
you Guy's are ARTIST :cool:
#1, The sailor has an engine in it so it was going to be floated immediately. If it's a 50'er, how deep do you suppose the harbor is?
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/1769harbor.jpg
Quaint little fishing village a few miles up the coast from us.

[1Bahnerjet]

If it's a 50'er, how deep do you suppose the harbor is?
must be Deep, there's about 3 Piers out there (Avila Beach) so not so Deep at First. Pretty interesting area you've got your warning siren in case something happens in Hazard/Diablo Canyon (God Forbid) then on the Pier the warning sign that sez Rockets (or parts of) from Vandenburg sometimes fall there ! I like the 5 Cities area though. you like the Chowder at the Splash Cafe ? What's the Story with the Beaching Fishing Boat & the Sinking Sailboat ?
(V-drives are :cool: )

[Miller Custom Boats]

What's the Story with the Beaching Fishing Boat & the Sinking Sailboat ?
(V-drives are :cool: )
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Broke loose during the storm last week and washed ashore. Was going to be picked up with a fork lift and put thru the shredder the next day.

[Miller Custom Boats]

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This is a boat I built in the mid 90's. 20' Miller Custom. I started building this boat as my personal family ski boat/demonstrator. It didn't last long, not even thru the build. I got a call from an old (not old, PREVIOUS) customer. He had owned a 20' all-glass Miller, loved it and was wondering what I was doing. "What are you working on, what do ya got in the shop?" He had just returned from the L.A. boat show that year. He was looking for something unique, something different, he was looking for a Boat Rod.

[Miller Custom Boats]

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The hull bottom half is built of Kevlar with high density foam core and a fiberglass mix. This combination produces a high rigidity and stiffness in the hullI weighing half of a normal layup. When I chose the wood for the deck, I was able to thumb through pieces of this particular cut log. In the center of the log, I found beautiful Bubinga Pomelei with a large sap runout, something I've never seen before. I used the wood with the runouts.

[Miller Custom Boats]

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The rigidity and stiffness of the sandwich construction of the hull in combination with the wood deck gives this boat a ride, feeling, sound that never comes with an all glass boat.
I originally built this boat with a 502, but when the customer bought my "ski boat" we started making changes and the boat evolved.

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I took the 502 out and dropped in a Paul Pfaff 900 hp blown big block chevy. My customer told me the boat ran a 106+ m.p.h. surprising a few "old school" cruisers at the river.
My thanks go to Paul Pfaff, Andy Casale, Glenwool, Lightning, they all helped make this a real boat rod.

[Miller Custom Boats]

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A little change to the interior.

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After his initial call, my customer showed up a few days later on his bike, with ten other guys on bikes, all flying their American flags. And a chase vehicle, they were going north for a couple of days. They all looked the boat over and he bought it on the spot. My kind of day.
The gentleman that bought this boat is a great guy to work for. It is with pleasure I call him a friend.