1/1/98 7:09:46 PM Tim
Morris Happy New Year everybody! I am at the cottage, more
interested in snowmobiles (rode 70 mi today) than Donzi's in January. The
boat ('87 Minx) is safely laid up in heated garage waiting for May. I am
100 mi N of Toronto Ontario Canada and we have a small, but keen Donzi
following up here.
206.186.217.206
1/2/98 1:14:48 AM Mike
Devlin Happy New Year ! I have traced the history of my Boat
back to around 1972. it seams the origanal engin has ended up in a street
rod. I am working on trying to buy it back but the guy wants $15,000-.
I Know the DeKnoier boat will sell for 45 or so. But, people tell me because
of the history behind my boat she's worth 90 or so. I am a little re-Lucktant
to pay the big bucks for a ford Motor.~~~Note to myself.........~~~Formula
233.....
204.97.173.210
1/2/98 10:41:33 AM Staffan
Hello Donzi lovers. What is the best propeller for my Donzi 22 classic-91
with OMC460 King Cobra. Have fun Staffan in Stockholm, Sweden
193.235.43.200
1/2/98 12:42:42 PM jeff
i just bought a 28 foot donzi, 1977 can anyone get me an original photo
of it? does anyone know anything about it?
152.163.201.8
1/3/98 12:44:25 PM Dave
Swisher In reponse to Willy on December 19th. I can't image
new Donzi's should have a throttle problem like that. I have the solution.
Dump the 96 while you still can. Look effortlessly for a vintage Donzi.
The 4.3 Litre engine is great in a small chevy blazer, but Donzi's need
a V-8. You have to have one to understand. I'm just having a little Donzi
fun with you. No throttle should do that. My 66 still has the orginal throttle
set up as when it was new, and I don't need to shake it. Good Luck!
208.205.165.120
1/4/98 1:09:09 PM Jim
Bishop I have a 1978 18foot Donzi. This boat came from the
factory with a 454 mercruiser engine and TRS drive. Riggs marine has since
added Kiekaefer tabs and Lathem steering. My boat has 200 original hours
on it. I'm curious if anybody knows what model this might be. Most Donzis
have a flat deck. Mine actually tapers upward toward the steering wheel.
My engine hatch lifts to the side unlike most that lift to the rear. It
also has two bolt on scoops at the rear portion of the engine hatch. I've
been told that this was for clearance of the rear type exhaust riser that
was originally on the boat. I had a set of water jacketed headers made
earlier this year. I'm the second owner of this boat and it is in near
perfect condition. It's colors are a light beige hull with a dark brown
stripe up the center. The interior has two bucket seats and a rear bench.
The dashboard and side interior is also factory upholstered. My boat has
been radared at 82mph. This is a Great website and my hat goes off to all
that helped put it together!
206.31.209.141
1/5/98 12:31:14 AM Mike
Devlin Attention Jim Bishop; I believe your boat may be a model
X-18 I Know of a 1972 X-18 that sounds a lot like your boat.
204.97.174.100
1/5/98 10:15:15 AM cliff
I am still looking for a vintage 16ft in need of redo. Does anyone have
one or information as to where I can get one. Thanks, Cliff
198.133.22.36
1/5/98 1:54:34 PM cliff
I am still looking for a vintage 16ft in need of redo. Does anyone have
one or information as to where I can get one. Thanks, Cliff
198.133.22.36
1/6/98 11:18:18 PM Dave
Hollifield Happy to have found this site!! I live on Lake Wylie
in Charlotte NC. I have owned only Don Aronow boats as an adult (4 to date).
A 24'Cigarette; a 1972 18 2+3 with a Hollman-Moody 351 Windsor W/ Volvo
O.D.; a 1972 22' Super Nova with a Hollman-Moody 427 w/ vee-drive. This
boat was custom built for H-M and originally used as a test platform. Hell-of-a-boat!!
Wish I had'nt let it go!! Presently own a 1986 18 2+3 R/W with modified
Merc 350 w/ Alpha O.D. and cleaver prop. 70+ mph. Not the fastest, but
nothing can out perform it for wake jumping, handling, and ride. Better
than an E-Ticket at Disney World. Does anyone remember the "Champ" line?
Friends on lake had 2 in early '70s. Same as 18 2+3 except had bubble type
engine hatch and wrap-around seating that eliminated the front passenger
seat.
166.82.209.162
1/8/98 10:20:48 AM MattG
Looking for a Donzi...first-time buyer...and I can't figure out which years
are the best and why. I have heard that anything other than when OMC owned
Donzi is a good bet. Otherwise, can anyone describe which years are the
best and why? Beyond the engine, what makes a pre-1975 Donzi better than
a 1983 or 1995 Donzi? Thanks for your input.
206.40.51.130
1/13/98 8:02:47 PM Dave
My father has recently purchased his second Donzi (see 1966 *ca-66ss for
his first) which is a 1986 Z25. He has started to go over it piece by piece
and has come across a part never seen before. He has tried to find anyone
who can source one, but has yet been unsuccessful. The part is a type of
'flush valve' for the engine. The only markings are 'J.P. Marine Products,
Miami, Florida". It looks like a 'T' with 1.25"o.d. ends on top, and a
0.5" hose fitting on the bottom. The is a hydraulic valve to close flow
on the one top end. If anyone out there can provide more information, we
would appreciate it. Thanks
206.172.205.34
1/13/98 8:07:59 PM Dave
Hollifield FYI - About a year ago I had a new rear seat bottom
for my 18 2+3 made by John Harmon; Bilt Rite Upholstery; Rt#1 Box 514-9;
Macclenny, FL 32063; 904.259.4807 . I sent him a piece of the red piping
and white seat fabric for color match. The new seat was a perfect match
in color and craftsmanship. John has the patterns for all models and has
made Donzi's upholstery for many years. I highly recommend him if you want
OEM interiors. Care Tips: My seats are 14 years old, white w/ red piping
and are in "like new" condition. The only reason the rear seat bottom had
to be replaced was some unknown solvent drop got on the seat and hardened
a spot which cracked the vinyl. Tips: 1. Do not let seats bake in sun or
get rain soaked. 2. Do not let guests step in seats. 3. Use only oil-free
sun block and tan lotions. (I provide my own for guests). 4. Use only cleaners
specificly made for "soft vinyl". Use of 409; purple/green stuff; bleach
containing mildew removers will dry out and ruin your seats. 5. Remove
seats, clean, and store at end of season. Hope this helps.!! When blasting
along in your Donzi, just remember - "Watch out for the hard stuff around
the edges".
166.82.209.162
1/13/98 8:44:15 PM Dave
Hollifield Dave - In response to your question about the flush
valve. Some tips: The small end of the device should connect to the garden
hose connection usually located on the transom. Purpose is to allow flushing
of coolant system with fresh water esp. after running in salt. The spring
loaded valve inside is a one-way valve to keep the flush water from running
out the water pick-up in the lower unit and direct water through the engine
and water jackets. Use this flush method only with the engine off or you
will burn out the impeller in the lower unit!! If you run engine use "ear-muff"
water connection on water pick-up. If your engine ever overheats check
this valve. Debris has been known to keep the valve from opening, causing
overheating. The guts of this device can be removed or entire device deleted
if you don't use the transom flush connection. When you re-install be sure
the one-way valve is on the raw-water intake side. Hope this helps!!
166.82.209.162
1/13/98 11:41:57 PM Dave
Hollifield While reading past messages I noticed several inquiries
for Donzi sales portfolios. I have a Donzi Portfolio which has the complete
line when I bought my latest Donzi new in 1986 (18 2+3). This Portfolio
was used for a couple of model years, so is undated. I also have the complete
1988 Portfolio. Would be happy to send anyone a photocopy of their boat
spec. for those years. E-MAIL: dhollifi@littlearch.com
166.82.209.162
1/14/98 3:25:36 AM Mike
Devlin Cliff I have a 1966 17' Barrell Back."hull only" with
hatch,driver seat, stearing"T-Flex", instruments, some hardwear.Needs drive-trane,
glass work, bench cushion, windshield, paint, TLC. Make me an offer. Hull
is mint.
204.97.174.26
1/14/98 8:29:27 AM k
. kohler I have been the proud owner of a 1972 18 2+3 since
new.I have always wondered if an classic donzi club would catch on similar
to corvette clubs. I run in south jersey. Ralph Savarese -stickers are
a great idea 152.163.201.10
1/14/98 6:01:10 PM Frank
Civitano K. Kolher- Hello. I was wondering myself if there
was a Donzi Club, if not I like to see if we can form one. I'm from South
Jersey also. I run the Barnegat Bay area. From Pt. Pleasant all the way
to Great Bay. And if I can't drive by boat I will just slap my 16 on a
trailer and take her where ever. 207.79.35.140
1/15/98 5:43:30 PM Mike
Devlin Frank Civitano vs. Donzi Club; We have one in up state
NY. The base is the Lake George Boat Co. For info call Rick or Dave at
518-656-9203. PS if your in Sea Side Park say hello to my Uncle Paul at
Southern Mobil. I turned wrenches there for five years. Spent lots of time
on Barnegat Bay.
204.97.171.198
1/15/98 7:03:19 PM Frank
Civitano Mike Devlin. To your response thank you. And next
time I'm in the park I sure will. Is that the Mobil station near Grog's
Surf Shop? This summer we plan on dragging our Donzi up to New York to
drive the Hudson and some of the Lakes. Maybe I will see you up there.
Frank C. Toms River, NJ 207.79.35.36
1/17/98 2:05:30 PM Mike
Devlin Frank Civitano vs. Sea Side Park. NO not the one neer
Grog's. Go south past the fire house accross from Betty & Nick's bate
and tackle. Formerly Southern Gulf. Hope to see you on Lake George. Note:
"Donzi Rally" labor day weekend.
204.97.173.224
1/17/98 3:24:46 PM Frank
Civitano Mike Devlin. Now I know what station your talking
about we pass that station when we go to Island State park. How many boats
go to the Rally and what day? That week is one of my vacation days. May
see you then' Frank.
207.79.35.41
1/17/98 8:18:33 PM Mike
Devlin Frank Civitano; vs. The Gas Station, My Uncle Paul's
Gas station has ben a land mark on the island since 1930 something. I miss
it very much ! Old man Sterling Flicroft taught me some of the best old
school tricks. He still has the 1937 Chevy Road service truck with original
paint,"phone # 9" MINT ! He will tell you I was one of the best mechanics
to ever work them bay's. One year we were AAA station of the month.I worked
over 100 road calls,"mostly lock outs". Beach bum bitches with key's in
the trunk. Not to mention all the trucks I snatched off the beach 204.97.174.35
1/18/98 11:43:24 PM BRYANT
Response to Willy. The shift problem you describe is NOT something you
should live with. Any good mechanic would check the shift cable from the
lower unit to the motor. Chances are that there is a kink or a sharp bend
in the cable. I have seen this problem in the past.
208.255.237.13
1/18/98 11:47:06 PM BRYANT
In response toCliff, THE OLD TIME BOAT COMPANY in Sarasota Florida has
the oldest surviving 16 classic, hull # 003. I believe it may be for sale.
208.255.237.13
1/21/98 1:32:35 PM Cliff
Mike Devlin - I tried your e-mail but it was not known to the server???
Anyway, how can I get in touch with you relative to the 17ft hull. Also,
interesting that you are at Lake George - during the summer I am at Schroon
Lake. 198.133.22.37
1/22/98 8:18:22 PM Frank
Civitano Hello everyone, Well its the 22nd of Jan and we have
8 more weeks of Winter and it will be spring. Donzi days are coming and
Im getting my spring list ready. Hope to see some of you out on the water
soon.
207.79.35.183
1/22/98 9:29:00 PM Rick
can any one tell me what a 28'donzi w no engines(V-drives intact) is worth.
I've be told it is a 1967 but how can you tell. Thanks for any help
152.163.197.241
1/22/98 10:23:23 PM Jim
Is anybody else going to make it to the Miami Boat Show in Feb? We make
a stag trip out of it and call it our yearly hunting trip.
206.72.42.27
1/26/98 8:13:16 AM Bud
Have opportunity to purchase 1972 18' Classic , looks great and available
for $7500.00 with trailer. What are your thoughts on price and anything
I should be looking for? Will be using in salt water, is freshwater cooling
available as aftermarket? Thanks.
152.163.195.102
1/27/98 10:04:06 AM hi young donzi
boy here. love the site, love the classics. Pround new owner of 18 2+3
classic hony red . worked 350 Isky cam, Holly 4barrel malloriey wires and
hot plugs. to make the beast move the classic is driven with 3 blade clever.
no b paint
206.231.164.2
1/30/98 12:23:50 AM Bill
Boerner Bud, For a good quality fresh water cooling unit for
most inboard engines, you might try San Juan Engineering in Bellingham,
Wash. I have installed a few of their units and they were well built. Saw
an ad in Boat Trader the other day and there was a 1988 20 ft. Donzi Minx.
Unfortunately the photo was with a full canvas, so I still don't know what
it looks like. Does anyone have any info? |
