Buehler Turbocraft

Name: Buehler Turbocraft
Brand: Not Specified
SKU: 65953
Price: 1000.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.720000000000001 (25 reviews)

Price:

$1,000

Boat location:

North Chili, New York, United States

Ships to:

United States

Year:

1960

Make:

Not Specified

Hull Material:

Fiberglass

Trailer:

Included

Use:

Fresh Water

Engine Type:

1995 Ford 351W

For Sale By:

Private Seller

Hull ID Number:

B0016

Length:

16.0 feet

Raiting:

Condition:

Used

Description:

1960 Buehler Turbocraft 16 ft. Ser. No. B0016. These were one of the first jet boats in the US. Google it for plenty of info. I am selling this because sadly I have lost interest and my loss will be your gain. I gutted the hull and removed the stringers and floor and ground (scuffed) the entire hull on the inside. I laid down 24/10 oz cloth with Wests epoxy on the entire inside of the hull to stiffen up the 55 year old fiberglass. I then used Corecell to build my stringer system, cross braces, engine mounts and lifting ring mounts and everything else. Over that went more 24/10 cloth. I used marine plywood for the floor sections that was fully coated with epoxy then bonded to the stringer system w/ THIXO 2 part epoxy. I then separated the deck from hull and strengthened it using the same methods. I also imbedded plastic electrical conduit on the inside of the gunwale to pull wiring through. I then reattached the 2 halves with THIXO and then on the inside w/ cloth strips.

I have had all the chrome redone by Super Fine Shine in Chillicothe, OH http://superfineshine.com/ at a cost of $2000. I had the jet drive rebuilt using SS impellers, updated to double roller thrust bearings and powder coated the intake case and painted the remainder matching gray. That cost me $1000. I have many, many extra parts because I bought 3 other various Buehlers and stripped them. I have 2 or 3 jet drives and gate assemblies, steering assemblies, instrument clusters and god knows what else. I blended parts from 3 different gate assemblies along with a little machining to move the steering cable location 3 higher thru the transom. From all the pictures I have seen of other Buehlers that should bring the rubber cable boots out of the water when at rest.

I have a 1995 Ford 351W out of a Wellcraft w/ a Volvo outdrive that was getting converted to big block Mercruiser.. Very low hrs on this engine the boat was immaculate and had very little use. I have a Hardin aluminum rear engine mounting plate also. Currently the engine is sitting in the boat along with a spare jet drive and gate to allow laser alignment when building the rear engine mount adapters. I also have a flat head 6 cyl Model M109 that I could substitute for the 351W and reduce the price if that appeals to you. I am including a good trailer w/ the boat.

I have the interior side panels for interior reconstruction. You have to build 2 bench seats I have the fiberglass seat base. Front and rear seats, new interior panels and an engine cover and that is the complete upholstery for the boat. Simple and not a lot of pieces. Everything I have goes with the package. If someone wants to try and low ball me then I start deducting pieces. Im reasonable, this isnt my first boat I have done and have tried to do this one as best I could. You have one hell of a good base and head start. If you have any questions please contact me.

Questions

Rich Alder - 11/07 11:57PM

Boat Still For Sale? *** cell

Rich Alder - 11/07 11:57PM

Boat Still For Sale? *** cell

Barry - 15/11 7:42PM

would you be interested in selling some parts from the parts boats? I need a gauge package, and the rear aluminum moulding that holds to upper to the lower, and the 2 rear corner aluminum pieces. Somebody stole them off of my boat. Thank you!
Barry

Greg Rohrauer - 20/12 2:01AM

Let me know if your boat project is available.

Thomas Sherman - 06/07 12:27AM

I have a 1959 turbocraft that has all the original parts it is mostly together but it needs some serious work it has been setting for many years the motor is still loose and I have all of the original paperwork with newsletter updates I am looking for someone to take this project on boat and trailer are in fairly good shape for its age it is still floatable all the ones I have seen have left side controls mine has right hand

James Kimball - 04/08 9:37PM

I am very interested in the 59 jet.I have the same.Right side drive.E0027

James Kimball - 04/08 9:49PM

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Eric Gray - 08/10 10:58AM

I too have a 1959 Buehler Turbo craft
I am interested in the water jet -- do you still have this
What other parts do you still have
Thanks Eric ***

Shawn sauer - 29/08 6:30PM

I hav parts for a 59 if anyone is interested ph ***

Kevin obrien - 21/09 11:23PM

Looking for jet pump parts, don't know if you have anything. I have a 59 front bearing housing and bearing, seals

Winfred Medlin - 06/07 3:38PM

I usted to have a 1961 Turbocraft 16’ w/a Ford 292
Engine. If you know of a used boat I would be interested.

Winfred

Winfred Medlin - 06/07 3:40PM

I usted to have a 1961 Turbocraft 16’ w/a Ford 292
Engine. If you know of a used boat I would be interested.

Winfred

stephen leen - 17/09 7:23PM

just found Buehler Turbocraft in remote part of Maine. Old Timer never find a way onto the internet.

boat is solid with drive and motor.

Any help where to find someone interested in this boat.

Stephen

Dan Ernest - 27/07 9:23PM

I just purchased the same boat. ‘59 Buehler Turbocraft 528S with Chevy v6 (#3849852) in it. Will sell as is or part out. ***

martin - 28/07 12:24PM

Have any images of the boat?

Eric Gray - 08/10 10:58AM

I too have a 1959 Buehler Turbo craft
I am interested in the water jet -- do you still have this
What other parts do you still have
Thanks Eric ***

Martin - 28/07 12:25PM

Turbocraft still for sale? hull ID Number:
B0016

Robert Henderson - 17/08 10:58PM

I have a 1959 Buehler turbocraft 16 ft pump is good motor needs rebuilt V8 Ford Interceptor motor needs to be restored 2500 call me at 918-769-322

Eric Gray - 08/10 10:57AM

I too have a 1959 Buehler Turbo craft
I am interested in the water jet -- do you still have this
What other parts do you still have
Thanks Eric ***

Eric Gray - 08/10 1:42PM

what is the phone number -- the number you listed does not work
Please call me *** thanks

shawn sauer - 17/03 10:06AM

I have parts for a 1959 Buehler Turbo craft if any is interested ! i have the front floor ,jet drive and some odds and ends have to look shot me a text *** New York around capital District

Eric Gray - 08/10 10:56AM

I too have a 1959 Buehler Turbo craft
I am interested in the water jet -- do you still have this
What other parts do you still have
Thanks Eric ***

Eric Gray - 08/10 1:43PM

The number you listed is not complete
Please call me *** Thanks

Eric Gray - 08/10 1:44PM

The number you listed is not complete
Please call me *** Thanks

Donald Surprenant - 26/02 10:10AM

i have a 1964 buehler turbocraft only thing missing is the 272 ford y block engine using the motor for my model a hotrod would like to sell the boat and tandem trailor....***

Dawn Kowalski - 02/07 2:57PM

For sale 21 foot early 60s Buehler Turbocraft cabin cruiser

Eric Gray - 16/08 1:07AM

Looking for a 1959. Buehler Turbocraft — active buyer — let me know what you have to offer — thanks Eric

Thomas Sherman - 02/11 12:16PM

I still have a Buehler Turbocraft jet boat 1959 right hand drive this boat is complete but needs a lot of work the trailer is a tandem with surge brakes everything is here as far as parts it has been sitting for a very long time the motor is not seized and I have the drive unit indoors original motor ford intersepter V8. This would be a real good project for someone with the funds and talent witch I have neither you can Email me so we can talk I am open to just about any offer

Thomas Sherman - 02/11 12:18PM

my Email is *** Northern Wisconsin