PT3 Found

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I've had a communication
from a potential owner for PT3 in New Jersey,
who intends  restoration if he can acquire her. 
He is looking for information and especially of her
correct interior layout.

If you can help I can put
you in touch via my website www.mprints.co.uk
by using 'Fill in my form'

The following is part of
his email:
PT-3 evidently had
many private owners since 1945. The Last One had it on the Delaware
 River where it broke loose and impaled itself on three pilings and
went through several high tides which covered the boat. He had it towed to
where it is now over 12 years ago. 

The engines at some
time were replaced with two Cummings diesels, now frozen solid.

My Plan is to have
the boat transferred to my Home which sits on 3 acres, build a barn over it and
remove everything that was added over the years. Most of the planking is OK but
there are a lot that must be replaced. I have the tools and wood working
knowledge to do the project. I was thinking of removing all the outer planking
to make sure the inner planks are OK then cover the inside planks with Canvas
with glue then replace the outer. There are three interior partitions that are
missing. That's why I was looking for an interior layout. 

Edited by Pioneer - 26 September 2011 at 10:43pm

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mprints Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 29 October 2010 Location: Anglesey Status: Offline Points: 32	Post Options Post Reply Quote mprints Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Topic: PT3 Found Posted: 22 September 2011 at 9:22pm
	I've had a communication from a potential owner for PT3 in New Jersey, who intends restoration if he can acquire her. He is looking for information and especially of her correct interior layout. If you can help I can put you in touch via my website www.mprints.co.uk by using 'Fill in my form' The following is part of his email: PT-3 evidently had many private owners since 1945. The Last One had it on the Delaware River where it broke loose and impaled itself on three pilings and went through several high tides which covered the boat. He had it towed to where it is now over 12 years ago. The engines at some time were replaced with two Cummings diesels, now frozen solid. My Plan is to have the boat transferred to my Home which sits on 3 acres, build a barn over it and remove everything that was added over the years. Most of the planking is OK but there are a lot that must be replaced. I have the tools and wood working knowledge to do the project. I was thinking of removing all the outer planking to make sure the inner planks are OK then cover the inside planks with Canvas with glue then replace the outer. There are three interior partitions that are missing. That's why I was looking for an interior layout. Edited by Pioneer - 26 September 2011 at 10:43pm
	Dave Mills

johnk Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 25 March 2006 Location: United Kingdom Status: Offline Points: 1355	Post Options Post Reply Quote johnk Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 27 September 2011 at 8:36am
	Hi there, Very interesting, apart from best wishes not a lot to add! seems like the chap has a good idea of what he is getting into, perhaps others on the site will be able to offer more practical support, Johnk

Jim Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 17 April 2006 Location: United Kingdom Status: Offline Points: 116	Post Options Post Reply Quote Jim Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 27 September 2011 at 4:02pm
	Interesting history, never knew she served in the RCN..... PT3 History Edited by Jim - 27 September 2011 at 4:04pm


johnk Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 25 March 2006 Location: United Kingdom Status: Offline Points: 1355	Post Options Post Reply Quote johnk Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 27 September 2011 at 5:36pm
	Hi there, Many thanks for the update, Johnk

mprints Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 29 October 2010 Location: Anglesey Status: Offline Points: 32	Post Options Post Reply Quote mprints Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 27 September 2011 at 7:01pm
	I put the information about PT3 discovery and proposed refurbishment on the forum in the hope someone either side of the pond may be able to help the guy with some internal layout plans. Dave.
	Dave Mills

jimmy p Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 26 September 2006 Location: United Kingdom Status: Offline Points: 283	Post Options Post Reply Quote jimmy p Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 06 February 2012 at 11:55pm
	Best of British luck on the restoration! Was surprised to learn that we have more working ww2 boats than America as the confederate airforce can put up more planes than most civilised countries.
	A boat is a hole in the water surrounded by wood, into which one throws money