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CAT BOAT
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Childrens Harbor Project help
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2/8/2010 5:20:46 PM
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Recently, we were called on by Marty Krael of Childrens Harbor for help with reconditioning their pontoon boat. This is the boat they use to carry children who are in a wheel chair. The boat is a 28' Sanpan. It has NO furniture, (because more wheelchairs fit without it) a wheel chair ramp for loading, and anchor points to secure the chairs in there respective places. The boat needed all new decking, carpet and we will replace the engine and entire electrical system with one from another boat they provided us. We have completely stripped the boat, and are now putting it all back together. There will be many upgrades when we return the boat to Childrens Harbor, like new bow and stern lighting, recest anchors (instead of lag bolts sticking up from the floor, ouch) for securing chairs, an upgraded helm and drivers seat and much more. Although I have agreed to provide all reasonable parts and services to Childrens Harbor for this project at no charge, we are taking steps to make this special purpose boat better, more attractive and more user friendly than before. I guess you can say there is a good bit of pride going into it. I have listed below a few items either needed, or already purchased that are either an upgrade, or extra that needed to be done to have an extraordinary outcome. Please see the list below:
1. Marine grade Plywood 3/4" $260.04
2. Stainless recest anchors with retractable loops $38.76
3. Carpet upgrade to soft/woven upscale outdoor $190.27
4. Carpet Glue $26.73
5. Misc. stainless hardware/screws/bolts/nuts $46.19
6. New bow lighting (red/green 2 fixtures) $19.95 each (Bass Pro-shop, Prattville)
7. AM/FM stereo with 2 speakers $280.00 (parts only, CKR of Montgomery will provide labor for install)
8. Marine Battery Box $19.99
9. Marine battery $74.50 (The one in the boat works, but it looks very old)
10. Stern light LED $25.00
11. Captains chair for driver $129.00 (Bass Pro)
12. Depth/fish finder for kids day of fishing $100.00
13. Bimini tops $$ unknown. Used? ideas?
Should anyone like to donate the money for any one line item above, your generousity would be very much appreciated! We have been taking pictures and plan on doing a slide show of the rebuild. There will be many man hours in this project, and I will personally see that expectations will be exceeded. Should you want to participate, don't post your request to this thread. To make it easy- Please call the office at 334-358-2838. Dee Dee or I will take your CC# and pay the line item of your choice. There are only ten lines, so this should go quick. I will be in the office until 7pm tonight, and Dee Dee 9am-5pm tomarrow. Should you not want to help with an item above, and have something that you would like to add/donate to this project that is welcome also. I look foreward to talking to some tonight! God Bless you all. I will not post who does what unless requested by the member.
Steve Northington
Cathouse Performance Marine, LLC
334-358-2838
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Talullahhound
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Childrens Harbor Project help
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2/8/2010 5:58:28 PM
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What a great project Cat!
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CAT BOAT
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Childrens Harbor Project help
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2/8/2010 7:38:12 PM
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Thanks for all the calls. Elsie, hate I missed you. Hadenuff, Head called, $264.00 wood taken care of, you have been runover :Head says>>>Where is shirt? Tianna, you sound pretty as ever. Reeves, you scared to ride in the Skater? Rita, who are you?
Thanks for all these calls. This is fun. We are working now! Headed to get more supplies. ;)
Steve
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woodman60
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Childrens Harbor Project help
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2/9/2010 9:28:49 AM
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Thanks for your efforts. I am in Chattanooga and several of the local children travel each summer to Childrens Harbor. I am glad to help with this project so that the Children can have the opportunity to enjoy the things we take for granted.
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CAT BOAT
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Had an idea.....
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2/9/2010 6:54:21 PM
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I was thinking last night, (scarey huh?) came up up with an idea. We had to name the boat!!!! More pics to come, but I had to go ahead and post this one. ;) I picked up the sign this afternoon.
URL: Boat Name
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Looks Good Cat and Great work scoring some browney points with the Big Guy upstairs on this one for sure.
But it should read M.V. Harbor Mate.
S.S. stands for Steam Ship.
M.V. stand for Motor Vessel.
But I am sure the kids will not notace and it looks fantastic!!!! Do you need any more parts for the boat? I may be able to help some small amount. "Tough time of year ya know" I didn't see this project post till this evening.
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CAT BOAT
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Had an idea.....
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2/9/2010 10:12:40 PM
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Looks like all is under control. There is a good bit of work left. New engine is on, and still has to be tuned up. We hope to deliver it back around noon on Saturday. Maybe some of us can meet up when we give it back to them. I will post ETA later on. I can't think of anything we need as of now, thanks. Response was absolutley wonderful. You all are great folks, that is for sure.
Steve
ps. Steam Ship, Motor Vessel, it's all "Will Power"
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Maverick
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Had an idea.....
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2/10/2010 2:05:17 AM
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Steve - Just say your post and meant to reply yesterday.
Notice you stated do not need anything else, but if some of us folks donated GAS MONEY. To late to contribute to this great cause???
If not too late Call me if gas money would help out or post here as well as sure some of us folks could continue to donate the gas money.
Love the SS poster, great idea.
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CAT BOAT
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Had an idea.....
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2/10/2010 9:04:19 AM
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Thanks MAV. I'll add up all of the reciepts/charges tonight to make sure all is covered. Our labor is donated, and there is only little in outside services. I'll be in touch.
Steve
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Little Talisi
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Please let us know
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2/10/2010 8:25:11 PM
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What time you plan on being there. We will meet and help out also. Maybe some can find lunch somewhere afterwards.
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Maverick
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Please let us know
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2/10/2010 9:12:21 PM
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Good idea LT, we are coming to the lake this weekend.
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Just saw the post. Hope I'm not to late to help. Sending you a message via FB Cat. Let me know if I can help with bimini. I have the roll of sunbrella fabric if someone will donate the labor to make the top. (navy blue)
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CAT BOAT
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Please let us know
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2/10/2010 9:30:08 PM
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Marty says he is not working this weekend. I think he is going out of town to sons wrestling match. Ya think we ought to wait til he is there? Or, take it anyway. Dont matter to me.
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It may be nasty this weekend any way.
I think he should be there. I would like to shoot video of the presentation if that's OK.
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CAT BOAT
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Please let us know
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2/11/2010 9:30:08 PM
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Good idea, but this weekend is out. I'll post ahead of time when we take it back. We have to clean it, and put radio in that harbor Point donated.
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mariah1
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Please let us know
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2/12/2010 1:54:05 PM
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I would like to be there , but I have to go to new sales rep. training in North Carolina. Maybe that will get snowed out next weekend so I can get a break. Again, I would love to be there.
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