When it gets completed, it should look something like this.
This is a project boat.
Specifications:| Manufacturer | Larson | |
| Model | DC-215 | |
| Year | 1986 | |
| Overall Length: | 21 ft. 3 in. | |
| Beam | 96 in. | |
| Hull type | Delta-Conic™ | |
| Weight | 2900 lbs. | |
| Draft | 32 in. | |
| Bridge clearance | 76 in. | |
| Engine | 190 HP | 224 cid. |
| Fuel | Gasoline 88 octane min. | |
| Spark Plugs | RBL9Y | |
| Gap | .035 | |
| Point gap | .018-.035 | |
| Dwell | 28°-34° |
When it gets completed, it should look something like this.
This Larson DC-215 Cuddy Cabin Cruiser was purchased needing a lot of work. The biggest job is the repair of the upper deck. The plywood is rotten from years of life. The hull is fine and the engine starts when hooked up to a battery. Most of the superficial work is on the list for this boat. The hull needs a thorough cleaning, cabin widows and windshield need replacing and/or repair.
This is the starboard side of this project. It needs a good cleaning and replacement of some hardware.
This is the screw (propeller) and stern drive (lower unit). It has some corrosion, but not too much and not too deep.
The boat's sensors.
Views of the pilot's console.
This is a view from the starboard side. The cabin window needs repair.
And the starboard (right) side. The teak has been broken and needs replacing. Perhaps the entire railing will be replaced.
Here is an image of the aft (back of the boat).
Left port (left) side
The first part of this project is the replacement of the deck and hatch on the port side of the upper deck.
This is the forward part of the upper deck on the port side. The wood was rotten and came out easily. In this area, the
auxiliary anchor was stowed under the hatch. A former owner tried to replace the deck material with the wrong plywood. That
had to be removed. The fore and aft supports for the deck are rotten and need to be replaced. The image above shows the fore
support removed.
When the section under the sink was opened up the area became more accessible. The pump to pump water into the sink is no longer attached and needs replacing or reconnecting.
The side panel had to be partially disassembled to remove the existing deck. A choice has to be made to replace the lower side panel with teak or to replace it as it is now, plywood and carpet. Another material that could be used is Starboard™ or marine lumber.
The forward support.
This is the upright support for the port side of the deck. It is two 1/2 inch pieces of plywood, laminated together with polyester resin, then cut to size. The right edge, where the screws hold it together, and the top still need to be cut.
This is the forward crossmember. It is rotten and needs replacing.
It has been removed
These are images of the forward cross member in front of the fuel tank. It is partially removed and is being replaced.
The forward crossmember is being replaced
This is the forward crossmember with the lateral support.
This is the under side of the port forward deck. It has been doubled to accommodate the added shear forces generated by the chair. It is cut to fit and ready to install after the upright supports are affixed to the hull. It is in the process of being coated with resin. It will be attached with wood screws (#10) and entirely covered in fiberglass.
This is the starboard forward deck area.
Another view of the Pilot's Deck
After the rotten deck is removed
The bow pulpit needs to be fabricated. About a dozen and a half mahagony planks will be laminated together to provide
support for the anchor roller. This system must be installed in the center of the bow pulpit. 
The planks are planed smooth and cut to approxamate size. 
Three of the center boards have been tapered. 
A closer view of the tapered boards.
Much of the upper deck is rotten and needs to be replaced. Some of the supports also need replacing; some need repair. This is the first part of the project.
Trim actuators need installing.
Need starting battery and at least one deep cycle battery. This can't be acomplished until the deck is repaired.
Replace missing panel.
Front red and green and rear white lights need to be installed. The white light above the windsheild may be operational.
Check engine and make it ready for a long cruise.
Two pieces (7' x 6") of smokey tinted plastic windows must be acquired.
Check all wiring, replace any that are needed. Check all lights and replace with LED where ever possible.
Air intake, exhaust and blower ductwork are old and brittle. The ductwork needs replacing and the blower needs checking.
Install teak on upper deck. Install carpet on lower deck and cabin. Teak needed for flooring: about 90 sq. ft. Carpet needed for lower deck: 9' x 6'. Carpet needed for cabin deck: 9' x 9'. Material needed for cabin ceiling: 12' x 12'.
Teak needed: 5" x 3/4" x 12'. Some of the supports may need repair/replacing.
Trickle charger to be installed on deck above cabin.
The smoky colored windows are cracked and not installed correctly. Because these are special for this boat,
replacements may be difficult to obtain.
One must be fabricated. The blank will start at 36 inches long by 5 inches thick by 16 inches wide. Material:
Five inch wide slats, laminated together. This method will be time consuming and costly, but may result in a better looking product. Several planks of mahogany will be laminated together to form the bow pulpit deck. A hole will have a roller assembly installed.
Layers of marine plywood, laminated together and fiberglassed. This material may be more readily available. This method may also produce a stronger structure.
Build an anchor unit for the bow pulpit. Currently, no unit exists. One must be fabricated to custom fit the bow.
Spotlight needs to be controllable from the cockpit. Idealy, a video camera, with infrared capabilities, would follow the spotlight.
Separate from the fish finder, this unit will provide depth readings and sound an alarm if a certain depth is achieved.
Needed for emergency and other uses apply. Will need radio, microphone, cables, and antenna or a hand held self-contained unit. Possible models:
Build new console from teak.
Seats needed:
Hatch needs stops to hold it open and keep it from opening too far. It may be better to replace it as hardware may be difficult to obtain.
Use LED's for lighting the cabin. Power must be run for three or four lights.
Cushions and covering needs replacing.
Needs pipe, 1.970" x 28"
If needed. The boat may maneuver fine without the tabs.
This item is ongoing and in progress until the boat goes out for it's first cruise.
Waterproof machine with Internet access through satellite connection. Keyboard, mouse and monitor for cabin and cockpit. Linked with navigation system, weather radar, and autopilot. Absolute last item on list. Totally a dream.