Located in Michigan, budget 10k for the right condition. Would be willing to include my 1969 27ft commander hardtop as part of a trade if desired. Approx 150 hours on rebuilt 327Q. Photos included below and more information available upon request. Let me know what you have!
Thanks, Matt
31 Express - 1st choice would have the - cockpit enclosed (w/sliding door), no upper helm. Don't mind some to-do items but not looking for a heavy project boat. As OEM as possible but some modern tasteful upgrades are fine (i.e.. Generator, Diesel swap, updated upholstery etc.). Fresh water would is preferred. Lake Champlain is our current local waters, would be great to find a nice 31 on the Great Lakes, inland Northeast area.
If your thinking of selling your 31 or know of a clean 31 Express for sell, please reach out to me. Looking at all the common boat sites, including FB Marketplace.
Thanks!
Gregg
Gregg, i am in eastern lake Ontario on Amherst island. Unfortunately my 69 31ft commander has a flybridge. I have it off right now and sitting on the foredeck (height restriction when transporting). There is a guy in Michigan that is asking for a flybridge so....
anyway phone me at 613-453-8399 Dave
Anyone know a source for a replacement hatch cover for the forward deck?
Thank you.
I have one.
It does need to be restored but would look great all freshened up.
Hey all, I'm in Michigan and looking for a half decent trailer to put my 27 on. I want something road worthy but I don't care if it's pretty and I'm not afraid of re-wiring
My 27 single sits on a Venture 2 axle galvanized steel bunk trailer rated at 9200 pounds. Handles the boat easily. They are out there.
In search of owner I have a copy of the first page of the invoice for the Hull # FFA-42-0001F dated 07-02-75. And an original brochure from 1975. Contact me if of interest. email legrandfromage@comcast.net
These cockpit steps were commonly made by Garelick Eez-in. Checking their current catalog it appears they are discontinued. They still sell the keyhole brackets that attached them to the coaming. West Marine has two different sizes on their website, maybe they still have stock: https://www.westmarine.com/garelick-cockpit-steps-P005_158_002_007.html?srsltid=AfmBOop7Q09LkFtGk1rNlxBv7fQ1MH85_KNFaLisBQt22YKSrLZ9DPK1
MarQuipt has them on their website https://marquipt.com/products/cockpit-steps/
Hi all
I’m looking for the Flybridge windshield side pieces!! They’re are two. They are curved pieces. These are about 12 inches to maybe 15 inches high. I’ve gotten scammers saying Inhave these!! Pay me before I show you them. Etc. anyone have them or Know whom to call? Part out? They are all NOT the same.
Thanks
Rob s
I am looking for the hardware that goes to the folding handrails. I have the smaller rails (not 2-3/8” wide). I need the folding wood sections, folding bracket, male and female receiver opposite the hinge.
I would also take the 2-3/8” hardware if it were full sets for port and starboard sides.
Message me if you have any leads.
Thank you,
Dr Greg
email Brian Stone bndmarine@gmail.com He's sleeping now or Id ask him lol We have lots of parts to deal with
Hi - in search of replacement dials for a 1968 Commander 31. Seeking triple style ampres, oil pressure and temp but would consider anything in reasonable condition, based in UK. Thanks in advance for any offers
I have a complete set of gauges that came out of a 1968 38’ Sedan in GREAT condition, can supppy photos. If you wish to contact me directly please do so at feathvil@aol.com
Dear Commander Community,
First, thank you for being the stewards of these fine boats.
We are interested in pursuing the purchase of a 55 or 60ft. Commander.
We would prefer a later production 55 with the enclosed aft deck but would consider all 55 or 60 foot commanders.
We currently own and operate a 1972 Huckins 53 Corinthian which we love but we still lust for the larger Commanders.
Please feel free to text or call us at (616) 914-9303.
The Spring 2025 issue of the Chris-Craft Commander Club's twice yearly newsletter, Styled In Fiberglass, features two long investigative articles about the 60' Commanders!! I briefly owned a 55' (faa 55-035-F which is no longer in service) click here for the articles about the 60's HERE:
Looking for a 34-38’ Chris Craft commander or similar. Located on the Long Island sound. Willing to travel for the right boat.
Must have transom door, bunks + V birth
Diesels preferred
860-576-0909
Thank you!
I have a 38” 1969 Commander with 2005 twin 315hp Yanmar turbo diesels and a Westerbeke diesel generator. New most everything in 2005 but as always needs more work. Transom door and teak swim platform. Long way from NY as it lives in San Francisco.
I need the circuit diagram from the ~1966 service manual for my Kohler Generator. Bottle of scotch for help on this one. I'm trying to upgrade the old controller with a Deep Blue digital controller, but my service tech needs the original circuit diagram. If you have access to a manual I can buy/copy/borrow, please call or text me.
Thanks,
Mike
C: 231 620 4449
Hi Char,
I'm working all you suggestions. May find out this week if your diagram fits my generator. I'll keep you posted. You're the best. Thanks, Mike
I purchased this boat last fall and it has nothing for a captains chair. What would you recommend? Does anyone have anything for sale or know where I could find something?
Thank you,
Steven,
This is what was traditionally used if the boat didn't come with the factory seating with storage/bar:
From what I have seen there was always a lanyard fitted to the seat bottom that went down to hook on to a pad eye on the deck to prevent the chair from flopping around.
This is the jetson style chrome anchor/steaming light that sits atop the mast on Commanders around 1977.
If so, respond back or call me. Thanks!
Hap Carlson
Port Washington, WI
414-333-8569
Was bidding on eBay for one about a year ago. NOS and looked amazing. Sold for almost $1k. Hope you find one, seem to be rare
Looking for an early 1970's. Contact Bill Boyle wgb@axiaappraisal.com
773-523-0255
Commander Dash panel
I dont remember exactly which page but if you search "free cheap project boats" you get about 25 pages to check out. I'm on about 10 of those so it must have been one of those.
If you have a set please let me know!
Thanks!
Jake
419-357-3730
Marine Sales and Equipment
Earl Stilson (Earl the Pearl) has new and used marine engines, parts, equipment for all kinds of Chris Craft boats. The website does not do the place justice. Rare and obsolete is their specialty. Best to call or e-mail them. Phone: (586) 468-0937: e-mail: earl@marine-sales.com
Phone: (586) 468-0937: e-mail: earl@marine-sales.com
still looking for an owners manual for my gen set if anyone has any info I would be grateful
Thanks Brian
After jumping through hoops with the PA Fish and Boat Commission, I was finally able to get the 360 Commander we purchased titled and registered in PA; to find out they registered it as a 1982 Chris Craft verse a 1983 which was on the previous Title from owner/Michigan; after reaching out to my State Rep and in turn speaking with the PA Fish and Boat; they explained that the Hull ID should be 12 numbers with the last dictating the year of the boat; they further stated they would not change it; before I go back to the notary and take up further issue I wanted to see if anyone had additional information.
Long ago, I saw an old Chris Craft ad with an approximately 9 to 10 foot wooden Chris Craft Dingy. Would anyone be aware of where one could find plans to build a similar one?
It would need to be kept out of the weather. It is a wee bit tippy. I’ve used it with as much as a 15 hp. It’s very solid and rides great. The plans came from the link below. It’s made from mahogany marine plywood and solid oak. I would say it weighs more than the plans say. Maybe 150 pounds
https://www.woodenboatstore.com/collections/tenders-and-prams-plans/products/marthas-tender
Wanted, starboard (long) strut for a 1968 Chris Craft Commander 42. Or would anyone have a casting number. I called Algonac Cast Products Inc. With my number. They said that isn't there number. My number is 4961 4 and is stamped in.
Continuing the starboard number is17 424 the are spares for my 1971 42 Sport Cruiser
This is for an ‘84 410 Starboard windshield actuator. I’m sure it could be many yrs and models.
The cover is very thin plastic(tan in color) and is 5x5x9 w/4 mounting screws
Earl @ Marine sales does NOT have the item.
Some of you may have made one out of wood and I’d like any ideas or drawings you may have for that possibly also.
Any help would be appreciated
Thanks
I am looking for rudders from a 1970s 47 commander. The information I have is that there were three generations of Rudders used on these boats. The first being the smallest, second medium, and the third the largest. I believe mine has the smallest and the performance as well as just looking at it me lead me to believe that it is way too small for this boat.
Glenn,
I have a contact here in Kentucky who might have the rudders you're looking for. Do you have a phone number where he might reach out to you?
William Ruch
I have a 1979 410 commander and am in need of the rear most cabin windows. Eather salvaged ones or a source for replacement windows. Any help would be appreciated. Thank Frank
I am not sure what they are called and I cannot find them. Does anyone know if these are still available to buy?
They are the little chrome plated brass switch label bezel washer things as seen in the pic below.
Thanks for helping!
Hi Rich,
Received them, Thx!!! It is perfect. Now just looking for pumps or bilge or similar.
We are in search for our next boat; have likely narrowed down to the Commander Sport Fisherman; we are on Lake Erie and intend on bringing back on water; we have a 38' slip from our previous boat. Thanks
I have a 1982 36" commander sport fish in port Canaveral, Fl. Re-powered with Crusader 8.l liter multi port injection, 375 hp each, 400 hrs, and new generator 30 hrs. Fish tower and second helm. Recently surveyed for insurance purposes. Moved 3 hrs away so I can't use her often enough. Not on market,$ 40k. Call or text 4074553812, Peter
Looking for a swim platform for a 1971 Commander 38-
New or good used
Grand lake Oklahoma location
I'm looking for the sliding glass window track guide for our tourament 30 ?
Looking to replace my damaged heavy duty polished ss hull vents
I had brand new replacement louver vents made then polished and upsized them to acomidate larger 4" blower hoses. They replace the original brass ones.
If you need I also have some NOS louver vents like the ones you need to replaced.
my struts are in service but dezinctified looking for replacements for future
16 degree 1-1/4" prop shaft struts used on
31ft ChrisCraft Commander,the 30ft Constellation, 30ft Cavalier Crusader and the 31ft Catalina
ChrisCraft part number 7460-4 and 7461-4
Looking for a pair of struts. Strut part numbers 7460-4 and 7461-4 . These were used on several model ChrisCrafts other than the Commander. 1-1/4" shafts . Send pictures of what you have with price. Thanks
Hello John , I may have a pair in my storage building. Unfortunately I won't be back in Michigan until the ski season ends. April 1. If your still looking then feel free to call me 231-881-0186 or email manager@miyachtclub.com
I am looking to buy a Commander 42, 45 or 47. It must be mechanically and structurally excellent. I am prepared to update old cosmetics.
Hi Barry, I have a 70 model 42' if you might have some interest I can send you more information and photos. Thanks much
Matt, I don’t have anything to trade. Would u consider selling it outright?