This is a fully restored 1959 Larson Thunderhawk Jr with a fully restored 1960 Evinrude 75hp Outboard motor. The project began with a full fiberglass restoration to make the boat structurally like it was when it came off the assembly line in Little Falls, Minnesota in 1959. A few highlights include a new windshield fabricated to exact original specs, new custom upholstery, new rigging, all new wiring with each electrical function fused for safety, new gunnel rub rail, new high quality paint and much more. Great attention was given to making the restoration as near to authentic as possible. Therefore, the last phases of the restoration was done by Classic Larson restoration expert John Monahan of Little Falls, Minnesota and the results are stunning. An original Larson Thunderhawk Jr cover is included (excellent condition) with updated straps.
The 1960 Evinrude 75hp (Model 50523) is essentially a new motor. All mechanical work was done by one of Minnesota's most respected outboard restorers. The motor was completely disassembled and reassembled with nearly all new parts. The Lower Unit has a new housing, gears, bearings, water pump, drive shaft, clutch system and seals. The block was in very good condition at the onset and was machined by a machinist /with over 35 years experience with outboard motors. New pistons, rings, bearings, crankshaft, seals, etc. Thermostat rebuilt with new parts. The all important magneto is essentially all new. The carb was soaked and rebuilt. Fuel pump and starter were all rebuilt. It has all new switches, new fuel lines, new drive belt, new deep cycle marine battery and new prop. New wiring harnesses (both internal and external) were fabricated by an amazing outboard restoration expert in Canada. Two 6 gallon fuel tanks are included, a vintage fully restored tank and a new OMC tank. An original full Evinrude Shop Manual for the motor is included. The hours on the motor are under 10, and will be kept under 10 hours. Just enough water time to break in the motor a bit and fine tune the settings.
The Fully Restored Tee Nee Trailer is included and looks incredible under the boat. With new tires, hubs, bearings, wiring, rollers,and jack it will protect your investment to and from the lake for many years to come.
If purchased via an accepted Best Offer payment of deposit is due within 24 hours.
Terms: A Non-Refundable Deposit of $500 is required immediately. Full payment via cash, cashiers check or wire transfer is required within 7 days. Pickup within 14 days.
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Is this boat still available? Thanks
I have the same motor - can you tell me who rebuilt it? Beautiful boat btw!
Regards!
warren
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