Glastron /Carlson Boats

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS (PLEASE POST HERE) · Glastron Mike

WHO WE ARE..· We are the premier Glastron, Glastron Carlson, and Hammond boat collectors group! We are an active family oriented group of collectors and enthusiasts who share the common bond of a love for boating and for the early Glastron design. We gather regularly for boating events, a...

Glastron Mike · Glastron Mike

I think I did this before but here it is again.. lol. This topic is where the members can post pictures of their pride-n-joy along with a photo of them selves so the rest of us can put a face to the name and boat. I hope to see many post's so get after it folks..

Blue Mist · Blue Mist

It looks like no one has posted much of anything in a long time, but I would like to find a Scimitar that is lake ready to buy. Any year would work for me, but I would really like to have one in metalflake orange. Believe those were made in '80 or '81. I'm looking for one in excellent condition. I've had en...

Nyle · Nyle

I'm new here , My Name is Nyle . I'm looking for a Scimitar . Any help finding one would be great thanks.

bkieven · bkieven

Gentlemen, my alpha one drive has a 1,47 Ratio and I´m looking for the right prop. (Scimitar, 5,7l Vortec) Can somebody recommend a prop size that matches my driving characteristic best: fast into gliding mode, regular driving rpm is 2100-3000. Using a 3 blade 14,25 x 21 now. Do not have other props t...

Old Man and a Boat · Old Man and a Boat

I have had this boat for 18 years and have gone thru the motor 2 times now, was wondering if any one has ever heard of swapping our a Big Block Ford and put in small block chev. I know the CVX 20 is a heavy boat, but I think a Small Block Chev, with some modifications would put out more RPM's, which would give me a...

Larry James · Larry James

Hi everyone, I've got a 1980 Scimitar. I'm wondering if anyone has any info on sourcing the green vinyl fabric used in the interior. I'm currently rebuilding the seat cushions and need a few small pieces for pressing new buttons. My current plan is to hunt out all the local fabric shops/marine vinyl...

mark441959 · mark441959

We had a storm last month & a tree fell on my 1978 carlson. Can any one tell me were I can find the orange metal flake. Also it broke the windshield .. Is there any were i can get a used one Or replacement one?

bkieven · bkieven

Gentlemen, my motor started to run "unround", i found out that there is some water-oil emusion at the oil filler caps. Some waters drops are at the carburetor, its fuming al litte while running. We havn't checked the compression of the cylinders yet, the ignitions sparks are all working.Have to sta...

TMO · TMO

My new 1981 Scimitar will be arriving next weekend (10/14/2017). I going to photo /video log the process. Hope to see you all here and any pointers along the way are greatly appreciated. Scimitar's first ride is the 3000 mile trek from upstate New York to Riverside California. Is there anyone close t...

bkieven · bkieven

Gentlemen, I`m desperately looking for "lift off" hatch hinges for the T-Tops and the toggle clamps? If somebody would like to sell some parts or knows where to buy them or equivalent hinges, any hint is warmly welcome. ...don`t even know if this is the proper name of the parts in the pictu...

Rick Bartula · Rick Bartula

I'M new to this but I have a question. I purchased a 1982 Carlson Glastron 535M 35 yrs ago and it came with a 1982 Mercury 150 black max. The boat says max hp 140. This boat has been kept inside since it was new and still is like new. My question the boat hasn't seen daylight since hurricane Katrina for fear o...

aobrian · aobrian

See craigslist for pics. https://rochester.craigslist.org/bpo/d/ ... 94441.htmlAbsolutely beautiful running and looking boat. All restored. $1,995 firm.Unfortunate transom damage caused this posting.Prefer to sell as is, but willing to part it out.Also willing to prepare it for UShip....

1980cvz · 1980cvz

Hi all! Anyone remember the company in Seattle WA. That could supply metal flake the same as Carlson glastrons? Mike in Vernon BC Canada

mjmudd · mjmudd

Hello, I just bought an older Glastron Fish and Ski and I am looking for some info/parts. If there is any chance you can help or direct me I would be appreciative. Although it's older it is fantastic shape. It's an 85 or 86 Glastron HPV 165 with the 90 hp Evinrude. The VIN # is CN005329B686. The main thi...

Boatman · Boatman

I have a custom CXT 23 for sale bad hull damage in front has new custom interior ,420 Hp Chevy 383 less than 60 hours on it custom built with all the best parts . New rebuilt bravo 1 out drive built by the bravo shop with heavy duty output shaft .trailer is the factory alluminum all new disc brakes wheels, tir...

bkieven · bkieven

Hello, if somebody have the type of the bulbs for a scimitar at hand, please, please reply. 1x Festoon dome lighting bulb? size? 2x 233 Car Side Light Bulbs? thanx, bruno

donvv · donvv

I previously owned a 1982 Scimitar, and I would like to buy another one for me and my family. Please let me know if you have one or know someone selling their Scimitar. Thanks

New Member · Jarhead

Good afternoon, I am new to this forum. I was given a 1977 Glastron SSV 177, by my 102 year old father in law. I am attempting to restore it for him. I am currently looking for what I call the back motor cover. I have attached pictures of the area where it goes. After I get this , then I will possibly be looki...

Dr Doom · Dr Doom

Here's a new Scimitar video filmed at Oliver's Inlet south of Juneau, Alaska.

Stan · Stan

Can any one tell me where the switch is located to turn on the wiper. Thank you

PAW · PAW

Hi New here & my 1st post! Does someone know how many and to which countries outside US boats were shipped? Any European Scimitar owners lurking here?

Chris · Chris

HI, WE HAVE A CARLON GLASTRON 1979 BLUE BOAT WITH THE METAL FLEX ... THIS WAS A SHOW BOAT & NOT ON WATER UNTIL 1982 ONLY SELLING FOR MOM, AS DAD PASSED. IT WAS PAMPERED BY DAD! LESS THAN 50 HRS! THIS WAS IN HIS HEATED GARAGE & TAKEN OUT ATLEAST ONCE A YEAR TO RUN ENGINE IN BARREL OF WATER. HAS TR...

MR6X6 · MR6X6

looking for a project scimitar or ready to go . Thanks, Chris

JohnnyRotten · JohnnyRotten

I'm new to this site but not new to boating. I've owned a boat since age 12 and work for marina for 20 years. I've always loved the jet drives. Carlson seems to make the most beautiful ones going.I own a modified 1982 CVX/20 460 berkley jet. when I mean modified I mean heavily. Fibreglass reworked to my lik...

BoaterMike · BoaterMike

Hey there Friends... I was thinking about taking out Swing Time this weekend and was wondering if anyone else was going out and if so where? I would be cool to do a meet up, I am in the Okc. area and willing to drive up to about 2 hours either direction. Mike

caddyboat · caddyboat

This is my Dad's boatshop and he is retiring from the business. He has been in the boat business for over 30 years now. Please take a look, we are also antique boat restorer's and there are many parts that can be used on older boats. Here is the link for the auction that is going to be a 3 day auction there is s...

robertf · robertf

Hello and Happy Spring Everyone! I wrote before (below) in regards to my '83 Scimitar restoration that was completed last year. There is a plaque on the passenger side dash that seems to be thin aluminum, is approx. 6" wide by 1 1/2" high. It has some engraved or etched words on it however they are way...

BoaterMike · BoaterMike

Hello to all, Well I got the swinger out for Memorial Day with some family, we had a lot of fun on the tube and water skies..

Dr Doom · Dr Doom

New seat for wing dog, padded sheep skin cover, next step test it.

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	STICKY: WELCOME NEW MEMBERS (PLEASE POST HERE) (Preview) WHO WE ARE..· We are the premier Glastron, Glastron Carlson, and Hammond boat collectors group! We are an active family oriented group of collectors and enthusiasts who share the common bond of a love for boating and for the early Glastron design. We gather regularly for boating events, a...	Glastron Mike	14	14804	Apr 18, 2017 by BoaterMike
	STICKY: Me & My Boat.. (Preview) I think I did this before but here it is again.. lol. This topic is where the members can post pictures of their pride-n-joy along with a photo of them selves so the rest of us can put a face to the name and boat. I hope to see many post's so get after it folks..	Glastron Mike	11	4732	Jun 20, 2016 by BoaterMike
	Looking for a Unicorn Scimitar (Preview) It looks like no one has posted much of anything in a long time, but I would like to find a Scimitar that is lake ready to buy. Any year would work for me, but I would really like to have one in metalflake orange. Believe those were made in '80 or '81. I'm looking for one in excellent condition. I've had en...	Blue Mist	0	4	4 days ago by Blue Mist
	Hello (Preview) I'm new here , My Name is Nyle . I'm looking for a Scimitar . Any help finding one would be great thanks.	Nyle	0	878	Jun 25, 2020 by Nyle
	Prop size? (Preview) Gentlemen, my alpha one drive has a 1,47 Ratio and I´m looking for the right prop. (Scimitar, 5,7l Vortec) Can somebody recommend a prop size that matches my driving characteristic best: fast into gliding mode, regular driving rpm is 2100-3000. Using a 3 blade 14,25 x 21 now. Do not have other props t...	bkieven	0	1040	Sep 16, 2019 by bkieven
	1976 CVX20 429 Engine....Has anyone ever heard of some one swaping out a big Block Ford For a small Block Chev 350 (Preview) I have had this boat for 18 years and have gone thru the motor 2 times now, was wondering if any one has ever heard of swapping our a Big Block Ford and put in small block chev. I know the CVX 20 is a heavy boat, but I think a Small Block Chev, with some modifications would put out more RPM's, which would give me a...	Old Man and a Boat	0	1648	Aug 21, 2018 by Old Man and a Boat
	Scimitar Vinyl (Preview) Hi everyone, I've got a 1980 Scimitar. I'm wondering if anyone has any info on sourcing the green vinyl fabric used in the interior. I'm currently rebuilding the seat cushions and need a few small pieces for pressing new buttons. My current plan is to hunt out all the local fabric shops/marine vinyl...	Larry James	0	1725	Jul 14, 2018 by Larry James
	Orange metal flake / windshild (Preview) We had a storm last month & a tree fell on my 1978 carlson. Can any one tell me were I can find the orange metal flake. Also it broke the windshield .. Is there any were i can get a used one Or replacement one?	mark441959	0	1748	Jun 30, 2018 by mark441959
	Scimitar - replacing the motor (Preview) Gentlemen, my motor started to run "unround", i found out that there is some water-oil emusion at the oil filler caps. Some waters drops are at the carburetor, its fuming al litte while running. We havn't checked the compression of the cylinders yet, the ignitions sparks are all working.Have to sta...	bkieven	13	9859	Jun 26, 2018 by bkieven
	TMO's new Scimitar (Preview) My new 1981 Scimitar will be arriving next weekend (10/14/2017). I going to photo /video log the process. Hope to see you all here and any pointers along the way are greatly appreciated. Scimitar's first ride is the 3000 mile trek from upstate New York to Riverside California. Is there anyone close t...	TMO	1	1994	Mar 22, 2018 by TMO
	scimitar; die cast hatch hinge and other t-top hardware (Preview) Gentlemen, I`m desperately looking for "lift off" hatch hinges for the T-Tops and the toggle clamps? If somebody would like to sell some parts or knows where to buy them or equivalent hinges, any hint is warmly welcome. ...don`t even know if this is the proper name of the parts in the pictu...	bkieven	12	6309	Feb 24, 2018 by TMO
	1982 Carlson Glastron 535M with 150 Mercury (Preview) I'M new to this but I have a question. I purchased a 1982 Carlson Glastron 535M 35 yrs ago and it came with a 1982 Mercury 150 black max. The boat says max hp 140. This boat has been kept inside since it was new and still is like new. My question the boat hasn't seen daylight since hurricane Katrina for fear o...	Rick Bartula	1	1980	Nov 3, 2017 by TMO
	1973 Glastron Carlson CV16-SS for sale (Preview) See craigslist for pics. https://rochester.craigslist.org/bpo/d/ ... 94441.htmlAbsolutely beautiful running and looking boat. All restored. $1,995 firm.Unfortunate transom damage caused this posting.Prefer to sell as is, but willing to part it out.Also willing to prepare it for UShip....	aobrian	0	1991	Oct 22, 2017 by aobrian
	original metal flake (Preview) Hi all! Anyone remember the company in Seattle WA. That could supply metal flake the same as Carlson glastrons? Mike in Vernon BC Canada	1980cvz	4	3053	Jul 18, 2017 by bkieven
	Need help with a 1985 or 1986 Glastron HPV 165 (Preview) Hello, I just bought an older Glastron Fish and Ski and I am looking for some info/parts. If there is any chance you can help or direct me I would be appreciative. Although it's older it is fantastic shape. It's an 85 or 86 Glastron HPV 165 with the 90 hp Evinrude. The VIN # is CN005329B686. The main thi...	mjmudd	0	2286	Mar 7, 2017 by mjmudd
	1982 CXT for sale (Preview) I have a custom CXT 23 for sale bad hull damage in front has new custom interior ,420 Hp Chevy 383 less than 60 hours on it custom built with all the best parts . New rebuilt bravo 1 out drive built by the bravo shop with heavy duty output shaft .trailer is the factory alluminum all new disc brakes wheels, tir...	Boatman	0	2094	Feb 14, 2017 by Boatman
	Scimitar - bulbs? (Preview) Hello, if somebody have the type of the bulbs for a scimitar at hand, please, please reply. 1x Festoon dome lighting bulb? size? 2x 233 Car Side Light Bulbs? thanx, bruno	bkieven	4	2847	Nov 15, 2016 by BoaterMike
	Looking for Scimitar to purchase (Preview) I previously owned a 1982 Scimitar, and I would like to buy another one for me and my family. Please let me know if you have one or know someone selling their Scimitar. Thanks	donvv	4	2566	Nov 13, 2016 by BoaterMike
	New Member (Preview) Good afternoon, I am new to this forum. I was given a 1977 Glastron SSV 177, by my 102 year old father in law. I am attempting to restore it for him. I am currently looking for what I call the back motor cover. I have attached pictures of the area where it goes. After I get this , then I will possibly be looki...	Jarhead	1	2239	Nov 1, 2016 by BoaterMike
	Scimitar and Jet ski video, in Juneau, Alaska. (Preview) Here's a new Scimitar video filmed at Oliver's Inlet south of Juneau, Alaska.	Dr Doom	0	2388	Oct 9, 2016 by Dr Doom
	just purchased a 81 scimitar. (Preview) Can any one tell me where the switch is located to turn on the wiper. Thank you	Stan	3	2602	Sep 9, 2016 by StanGarnett
	Scimitars in Europe? (Preview) Hi New here & my 1st post! Does someone know how many and to which countries outside US boats were shipped? Any European Scimitar owners lurking here?	PAW	0	2226	Jul 10, 2016 by PAW
	1979 CVX-16 FOR SALE (Preview) HI, WE HAVE A CARLON GLASTRON 1979 BLUE BOAT WITH THE METAL FLEX ... THIS WAS A SHOW BOAT & NOT ON WATER UNTIL 1982 ONLY SELLING FOR MOM, AS DAD PASSED. IT WAS PAMPERED BY DAD! LESS THAN 50 HRS! THIS WAS IN HIS HEATED GARAGE & TAKEN OUT ATLEAST ONCE A YEAR TO RUN ENGINE IN BARREL OF WATER. HAS TR...	Chris	0	2489	Jul 9, 2016 by Chris
	Looking for a Scimitar (Preview) looking for a project scimitar or ready to go . Thanks, Chris	MR6X6	4	2477	Jun 29, 2016 by Autobodyguy
	New here (Preview) I'm new to this site but not new to boating. I've owned a boat since age 12 and work for marina for 20 years. I've always loved the jet drives. Carlson seems to make the most beautiful ones going.I own a modified 1982 CVX/20 460 berkley jet. when I mean modified I mean heavily. Fibreglass reworked to my lik...	JohnnyRotten	3	2559	Jun 28, 2016 by BoaterMike
	Looking for Lake Time!! (Preview) Hey there Friends... I was thinking about taking out Swing Time this weekend and was wondering if anyone else was going out and if so where? I would be cool to do a meet up, I am in the Okc. area and willing to drive up to about 2 hours either direction. Mike	BoaterMike	1	2456	Jun 19, 2016 by BoaterMike
	Boat Shop closing in Shawnee, OK, Large absolute auction 3 day auction online! (Preview) This is my Dad's boatshop and he is retiring from the business. He has been in the boat business for over 30 years now. Please take a look, we are also antique boat restorer's and there are many parts that can be used on older boats. Here is the link for the auction that is going to be a 3 day auction there is s...	caddyboat	0	2166	Jun 17, 2016 by caddyboat
	Dashboard Plaque (Preview) Hello and Happy Spring Everyone! I wrote before (below) in regards to my '83 Scimitar restoration that was completed last year. There is a plaque on the passenger side dash that seems to be thin aluminum, is approx. 6" wide by 1 1/2" high. It has some engraved or etched words on it however they are way...	robertf	1	2223	Jun 17, 2016 by BoaterMike
	Memorial Day weekend pic's (Preview) Hello to all, Well I got the swinger out for Memorial Day with some family, we had a lot of fun on the tube and water skies..	BoaterMike	0	2145	Jun 4, 2016 by BoaterMike
	Scimitar dog seating (Preview) New seat for wing dog, padded sheep skin cover, next step test it.	Dr Doom	2	2448	Jun 4, 2016 by BoaterMike
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