We are looking for either an 850 or a 145 to restore for my 21 year old son to play with. We live in the Tacoma, Wa area and would love to restore one of the local boats from the late 70's to the early 80'. IE. a Campbell, Kelson or Jones, We just completed the upgrade of Fred Sanchez's original Kelson 145 with a CLS capsule that my wife is racing now as a 2.5 liter stock. you can visit the site at www.teamtoothpickracing.com Thanks,

Shawn

I have a restoration friend up in Stanwood that has probably a late 50's vintage 135/136 hull that needs major restoration. It is hanging from the overhead of his shop. It has the Colcock/Hickling rolled up side-style aft of the sponsons (similar in style to a 225 sitting in the Hydro & Raceboat Museum in Kent). If you are still looking for one drop me an e-mail and I will call him to see if he will sell it -- I don't see why he would not. Randy, Gig Harbor.

Shawn, give me a call when you have time. Want to check on the engine and also talk about the boat. 513-708-8605.

The boat is at Warm Beach just a couple of miles south of Stanwood Wa. It was built in the mid to late 50's or very early 60's. It is a 136 and it does look like a Hickling hull. It would be a great project boat. Good Luck,Doug

doug, can you send me a few pic's. It sound like what we are looking for. Shawn

I will check and see if this boat is in fact for sale. If so,I will try to get you some pictures in the next day or two. doug

I want this boat, also. Doug, if you are going to help out, you should help ALL of us who are interested. Ain't that right, Lon??? Jeff

Jeff, Yep, still in the hunt for almost anything! Hard bunch to break into! Lon

All you have to do is ask. Glad to help. Their are a lot of boats available, but you must be willing to pay fair market value. It also helps if you partipate or attend our events. I have received several leads at events. Best Wishes, doug

Check out e-bay item #110146520109. But, you better hurry.

I have plans for a 136-135 Hickling hydroplane that I will have copies made for actual cost to include mailing tube and postage.

Chuck Hickling is gone, so is Jack Colcock and several other great designers and builders. But Ron Jones is still around. How about each and every time we acquire "free Jones plans" we pay the man his dues. We are all aware of his contributions to this sport.

I HAVE 3 FORD 60'S TIN SIDES FOR SALE PLEASE CONTACT IF INTERESTED
GEORGE

I couldn't agree more, Doug.

Ron Jones Sr. is always willing to help out with ideas, information and technical help whenever he is asked. BUT.......he needs to make a living like each and every one of the rest of us.

Later.......Bob

Doug, thanks for the help. We are looking forward to seeing the pic's. I am working in Shoreline alot these days and a trip to Stanwood would from there would be easy. Thanks again, Shawn

Randy
e-mail me. hadlock@whidbey.com We can work out the details.
Thanks,
Jeff

If the offer for plans is still good I would like a set! You can e-mail me at lonr@genext.net or send me your ph. # and best time to call. Thanks, Lon

I would be interested in plans, can be reached via email bob.abbott@sympatico.ca . just send pricing info etc...

I would like to purchase a set of the Hickling plans to aid in the restoration of a Hickling or Colcock 135.

Please email me at dmcarthu@pacbell.net or call my cell 408.656.0249.

Thanks.

Don McArthur

Are plans still available. Please send cost to:

warr14@fsuimail.ferris.edu

I was just made aware of this site, and would like to advise that I have lots and lots of Ford 60 engine parts. I have a Full Race engine used in my 135/150 class Hydro. I also have a stock engine from my 136 class days. If any interest, just send me an e-mail.
Dale

hello dale, i'm def. interested in a ford 60 for a boat i'm building. let's talk specs and costs? i'm building a 135/150 hacker step hydro. thanks very much, keith