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CCRider
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venny - great idea, however there are several 90 deg. turns
in the flex. fuel line from the filler to the tank.
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"CC Rider"
1979 Catalina 280 hardtop
Alameda, CA
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Good Ship OASIS
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The Good Ship "OASIS" is my 1981 Chrissy Catalina 381 purchased in 2006. Kept at Bethel Harbor on Bethel Island, CA in the fabulous California Delta region.
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CCRider
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OASIS: Your a little late for joining this forum. Boat US has
restricted the use of this forum to members only, so that
there is very little activity in it any longer. Practically all the
former users have joined the Chris Craft Catalina Club which
has no membership requirements. Check them out.
You have a very beautiful boat! Never knew CC built one
like this.
We bought our CC 280 in the delta 5 yrs ago at Korth's
pirates lair. Last spring, moved it down to the bay to
Alameda marina.
CC Riderl
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1979 Catalina 280 hardtop
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Good Ship OASIS
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Thanks for the kind words. My Wife and I purchased this boat (called "At Ease" at the time) from Phil Acosta at Marine Services in Stockton. We drove it from their docks directly to a Diablo Yacht Club cruiseout for a St. Patrick's Day weekend event at Driftwood Yacht Club before ever taking it to our home slip. We did join the Catalina Club as well and hope to see how others are enjoying their own Chris-Craft boats.
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diveryates
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Ahoy Oasis,
Yup, I'm familiar with your 381. Been aboard a couple. I beleive they come with twin gas 455s standard. If it's as clean on the inside as it looks outside, you really got something there! Nice.
Although we've had little traffic recently on the Forum, I like to think some do visit. There's a vast amount of info on the thread and some pretty knowlegable people still check in now and then. eEspecially when there's technical things going on.
Best, Diver
ps- BTW, there will ba a 'gathering' at Clipper Cove Labor Day. The new East section of the Bay Bridge will be open for a walk-on. A lot of boat people will drop the hook in the cove and partake. Oasis would make a dandy addition!
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'83 280, hardtop, single 305
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Oasis,
Judging by the picture, this is a fine example of a 1981 381
Catalina. I owned one for five years before moving up to
the 500 Connie. Big mistake. Wish I had the 381 back.
Most of these came with 454 Mercs but in later years a few
were produced with the 454 Crusaders. These were very
popular boats and were an off-shoot of the 350 Catalina
series which was the most popular Chris Craft cruiser
produced in it's size range. I loved the aft cabin with the
king-sized bed and side door feature. Many times we
would get to the boat late and simply did not want to deal
with opening the canvas, etc. With a nice finger pier, we
were able to simply open the side door and step down
inside the cabin. Nice. I imagine your '81 has the bunk set
up forward? That was changed to the island berth in later
years. I hope you continue to enjoy this beauty. You have
kept her nice.
Capt. G. Emory Shover
Eastern Marine Services, LLC
Centreville, VA
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Beartooth
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Good afternoon Oasis,
My parents first boat on the Great Lakes was a 1983 381. I loved that boat. I bought a 281 last year and although I love it, I am currently and activly shopping for a 381. (Let me know if anyone is looking for a 281 in good shape near saginaw MI)
You have a beautiful boat.
Have a good afternoon all.
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Nauti Cat
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Hey there Beartooth...
Although I am not ready to resume being a guardian of a Catalina yet,
I would love to see a photo of the 281 you have.
Thanks!
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Formally owned by a
1985 Catalina 280
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Beartooth
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Good afternoon Nauti,
There are several pictures of my boat begining on page 189 of this forum.
Thanks
Graham
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Nauti Cat
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Thanks for the reminder Graham, been a while since I logged into here.
Now I remember, sweet Catalina!
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Happy Hour III
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Good Ship , Wow what a vessel! She is amazing. enjoy her.
Nauti great to see you here. I am waiting to hear from the marina. I checked out "Old Man's Marina in Mt Sinai. I hope I get the green light. If so I hope to have the HHIII up here mid April. I will keep you posted. It killing me I have not seen her in 8+ weeks my wife is in Florida now she will check on her tomorrow . That report will be " she is ok she is floating " If she only knew .... Have a great night all
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1983 Chris Craft Catalina281
Twin 5.7 Mercruisers Repowered
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CCRider
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Oasis, If you haven't done so already, I strongly encourage
you to join the San Joaquin Delta Power Squardron (you can
find them on the web) It's a national org. with squadrons all
over the US. My major regret of leaving the delta is losing
contact with this group. They have numerous cruises both in
the delta and the bay. They also have a large island just off
the main channel that is open to members use. Has a
beautiful dock, barbque facilities, and frequent weekend
activities. My wife took a safety class from them called
SkipperSaver. It teaches wives and girl friends how to
operate their boat plus docking in an emergency.
CC RIDER
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