Hello All,
New to the forum. My name is Roger and I'm an automotive engineer from Grand Blanc, MI. I grew up on a small lake during the hot boat era......Checkmates, open header jet boats. But always wanted a Glastron Carlson.
Almost 50 years later, I saw an ad on Craigslist for a 1973 CV21, and bought it. I think the hull and interior will clean up well, but that windshield. Yikes! Once the basic boat is in good shape, I will tackle the empty motor compartment: old school Olds 455 or a more modern marine powerplant (I already have a 2004 Four Winns with an 8.1L Chevy.....hmmmmm)? I will no doubt be asking this forum for technical advice and even some opinions! Finding a mint CV21 nearby would be great for photos and measurements as I restore mine....I'm just north of Detroit.
My automotive background is body structures, exteriors, and interiors, including color and trim engineering. I'm a licensed mechanical engineer with the state, and a member of the SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) and the ABYC (American Boat and Yacht Council), so don't be afraid to pick my brain too.
