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robert
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Username: robert
Post Number: 12
Registered: 07-2004
| | Posted on Monday, October 11, 2004 - 08:20 pm: | 
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My ship has come in: 22' of galvanized lifeboat built in 1926 by the C.M. Lane Lifeboat Co. of Brooklyn, N.Y. Boat had a stuffing box put in at some point with a 14hp Atlantic twin M&B, 22" prop, 1/25" shaft etc. Nice job done by a shipyard. Boat has an oval brass builder's plaque with all the specs. The Atlantic is salted to death and I'm not sure what engine is going into her yet, but probably a 7hp single Vivian (5.5" x 7"). I doubt the extra 7hp would make her go any faster. Have some history of the boat, but would like to learn more about the maker. Nothing found on the Net. Any suggestions appreciated. (Photos will come eventually) |
bruce
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Username: bruce
Post Number: 230
Registered: 07-2002
| | Posted on Monday, October 11, 2004 - 09:50 pm: |
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Robert, Try the South Street Seaport Museum in Manhatten. |
Ned Lloyd
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| | Posted on Tuesday, October 12, 2004 - 01:21 pm: |
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I believe I have a brass builders plaque off a lane life boat at home (Picked it up a good 25-30 years ago off a derelict life boat that was litterally bottomless (totally rusted away)& floating around on its air tanks. I can get you the info off that if you would like. (I'm thinking it was around 22' & built in the early 40's) |
robert
Senior Member
Username: robert
Post Number: 113
Registered: 07-2003
| | Posted on Sunday, October 17, 2004 - 03:25 am: |
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Bruce & Ned, thanks for posting. I had left a message with the South St. Seaport Museum. Perhaps I should try again. Ned, I would certainly be interested in the information on that plaque. Can I ask if there is anything you would swap it for!? And was that a galvanized hull you saw rusted out? Makes me a little worried about what might be under the flotation tanks! |
Ned Lloyd
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| | Posted on Thursday, October 21, 2004 - 09:55 am: |
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Robert. I went looking for & found the plaque in a box of related stuff from years ago. One of those old "memory boxes". Turns out I have two life boat plaques, the other one isn't a "Lane" though. I didn't have a pencil & paper with me at the time - stuffed way in the back of the garage loft. It was off a 16' lifeboat. I'll go back up there & take some pics. of them for you. (I'll keep it in mind, but I'm going to keep them for now.) As I remember it most likely was a galvanized hull. |
robert
Senior Member
Username: robert
Post Number: 119
Registered: 07-2003
| | Posted on Sunday, November 14, 2004 - 12:22 am: |
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Thank you Ned, I'd like to see those when you have a chance. Here's a photo of mine. |
robert
Senior Member
Username: robert
Post Number: 165
Registered: 07-2003
| | Posted on Tuesday, May 31, 2005 - 12:13 am: |
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There is a very nice looking C.M. Lane lifeboat on eBay the moment. It would be ideal for an old gas or steam engine: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=6534599783&rd=1&sspagename=ST RK%3AMEWA%3AIT&rd=1 |
larry_from_maryland
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Username: larry_from_maryland
Post Number: 234
Registered: 07-2003
| | Posted on Tuesday, May 31, 2005 - 12:16 pm: |
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It appears to have hercules engine in it now,Possibly an IXB. |
kstilwell
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Username: kstilwell
Post Number: 3
Registered: 06-2005
| | Posted on Tuesday, June 21, 2005 - 06:45 am: |
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Try Mystic Seaport Museum |
wally61
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Username: wally61
Post Number: 1
Registered: 01-2006
| | Posted on Sunday, January 08, 2006 - 01:49 pm: |
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We are presently restoring a 1910 Steamship in the Detroit area that has 4 C.M. Lane Lifeboats onboard. All plaqued and built in 1928. Unfortunately neglected for 15 years and requires some TLC. We can no longer use them and our plan is to replace them with fiberglass replicas perhaps.. We haven't finalized the plans. If you know anyone who might be interested in them, you can see them in our galleries at www.bobloboat.com. Here is a quick link with them still in the davits. Right now, we are only considering this idea and are open to discussion on these historical boats.
http://www.boblosteamers.com/gallery/Jimmys-Personal-Pics/DSCF4351a
http://www.boblosteamers.com/gallery/Tow-from-Windsor-to-River-Rouge-2005/Tow_fr om_Windsor_to_River_Rouge_08_24_2005_10
http://www.boblosteamers.com/gallery/Tow-from-Windsor-to-River-Rouge-2005/Tow_fr om_Windsor_to_River_Rouge_08_24_2005_24
Thanks and happy sailing |
robert
Senior Member
Username: robert
Post Number: 198
Registered: 07-2003
| | Posted on Sunday, January 08, 2006 - 07:02 pm: |
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If the hulls are sound there should be considerable interest in these lifeboats from those looking to build steamboats etc.
IMO they are ideal for the installation of a steam or other vintage marine engine.
Can you confirm that yours are galvanized, rivetted steel/iron?
Unless they cannot be used for safety reasons though, you may wish to retain them for their historical value, as their value is not high enough to make replacement profitable.
Tell us more about the Ste. Claire you are restoring if you have time. |
robert
Senior Member
Username: robert
Post Number: 199
Registered: 07-2003
| | Posted on Sunday, January 08, 2006 - 07:36 pm: |
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Here's the story on the Ste. Claire and Bob Lo Island: http://www.walkervilletimes.com/long-live-boblo.html |
wally61
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Username: wally61
Post Number: 2
Registered: 01-2006
| | Posted on Monday, January 09, 2006 - 12:32 am: |
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Hi Robert, thanks for writing back. The Ste. Claire, built in 1910 in Toledo Ohio is a Frank E. Kirby ship. Along with her sister, Columbia built in 1902 in Wyandotte Michigan (another Kirby), sailed the same seasonal route for 81 consecutive years.
Unfortunately in 1991, the twins were laid up as the Island Amusement Park they serviced was in serious financial difficulties. They were laid up until September 11th, 2001 when the Ste. Claire was sold to a couple and towed to Toledo to begin the restoration. The original goal of the owners was to turn her into a haunted ship and milk her until she couldn't be used anymore.
Well last year, Lorain Ohio, where she was for the past 2 years declared her an eyesore and basically asked them to take boat away from Lorain. It was an eyesore because the renovations and activities were on the inside. They weren't smart enough to realize that the painting on the outside had to be done carefully because it was 81 years worth of paint.. Lead.. of course.
Because of the "Eyesore" complaint the owners returned her to the Detroit Area where she rightfully belongs. We are glad to have the two sisters together again. Ask Buffalo NY what it is like to loose their two ships, Canadiana and Americana. We are fortunate to have ours and they will be returned to their splendor and sail again with all original equipment.
Powered by Triple Expansion Scotch Engines, 4 boilers generating 1086 horsepower, single shaft, cruising to a speed of 22 knots creating a wake of 6 feet. The Ste. Claire is 197 feet long, 65 feet wide amidships, weighing 807 gross tons. Columbia is 216 feet long, 60 feet amidships and about the same weight (Not exactly sure).
We hope that the public will take interest in them and if in the Detroit Area, stop around and see us. Our goal to get them back on the river/lakes is 2008 hosting Moonlight Cruises.
Hope you'll stay in touch. Thanks for the information.
Some Restoration Pictures:
http://www.bobloboat.com/bobloboatimages.html
Galleries dating back to 1920 to pre restoration by Justin Kreimes.
http://www.boblosteamers.com/memories.html
Walt
Ste. Claire Foundation. |
wally61
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Username: wally61
Post Number: 3
Registered: 01-2006
| | Posted on Monday, January 09, 2006 - 12:35 am: |
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Sorry Robert. I know that they are steel and riveted. They have been painted over many times (galvanized or not), I'm not sure at this point. I'll have to scrape some paint and see. They are in pretty good shape and even rigged for a sail. Keep in touch.
Walt. |
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| | Posted on Monday, March 06, 2006 - 06:34 pm: |
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robert
Senior Member
Username: robert
Post Number: 161
Registered: 07-2003
| | Posted on Sunday, June 03, 2007 - 08:29 pm: |
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Just an update: two of these boats were cut up for scrap in situ. |
Captain Van
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| | Posted on Tuesday, September 28, 2010 - 04:27 pm: |
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Lane Lifeboat in Brooklyn was active into the 1980's and maybe later. They mainly were involved in repairs to lifeboats on existing ships; although I believe they still held USCG certification for new builds. I was Sr. Port Captain for a major shipping line located in Brooklyn until that time myself. Our Company, along with other US shipping companies ceased to exist in the 80's and 90's, which eliminated many repairs for ships locally. Additionally, new SOLAS and USCG regulations required enclosed and free fall boats, changing lifeboat design and construction radically. This effectively eliminated many ship support industries in the US; with foreign companies taking over the world supply. A Mrs Mary Larsen (Larson) either owned all or a share of Lane and was the person in the office that knew the lifeboat's constructiion and repairs. She was the heart and soul of Lane Lifeboat, probably getting toward retirement, and more than likely was there to the end. A "shop" foreman was a Mr. O'Neil (If I remember correctly)or. he also may have been a co-owner. |
robert
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Username: robert
Post Number: 380
Registered: 07-2003
| | Posted on Tuesday, September 28, 2010 - 11:16 pm: |
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Great info Captain Van, thank you. I heard the C.M. Lane Lifeboat Co. may have had a bad fire in the 1930s. Do you think there was anything from the early days left by the 1980s in terms of records etc.? |
Bryan Michenfelder
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| | Posted on Wednesday, August 03, 2011 - 05:33 pm: |
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I have a great looking hull that needs interior work but it is a Lane Life Boat, It is a Rivited ALUMINUM hull 21x7.4x2.9 feet and built in 20-12-46
I am restoring her and any information anyone has would be most appreciated!
Thanks |
Bryan Michenfelder
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| | Posted on Wednesday, August 03, 2011 - 06:01 pm: |
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HERE IS A PICTURE OF THE BUILDERS PLATE FROM MY BOAT AFTER A LITTLE CLEANING.
ANY INFORMATION ON THIS BOAT WOULD BE MUCH APPRECIATED, EVEN ITS APPROXIMATE WEIGHT...ANY OTHER INFORMATION OR PHOTOS WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED. |
johnny
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Username: johnny
Post Number: 419
Registered: 03-2006
| | Posted on Wednesday, August 03, 2011 - 07:46 pm: |
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There has been A CM Lane life boat for sale on the antique boat trader for probably over a year now. Still was not sold last time I looked. I guess he is wanting a little to much money for it.
Do you have any photos of your boat you could post or email? |
robert
Senior Member
Username: robert
Post Number: 438
Registered: 07-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, August 04, 2011 - 10:30 am: |
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Bryan I tried for quite a while to find information on the Lane Lifeboat Company, but could find very little. Captain Van's post above is more than I knew. Perhaps he will post again with more details. I understood the company's premises were destroyed in a fire sometime after WWII and much was lost at that time. |
johnny
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Username: johnny
Post Number: 421
Registered: 03-2006
| | Posted on Thursday, August 04, 2011 - 05:44 pm: |
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Here is the life boat I was talking about. They are asking $6500.00 for it. High, Low? Like I said it has been up for sale for at least a year that I know of. Looks like this one is a early model 1923 only has four or five digit serial number.
http://www.antiqueboat.com/boatdetails/18008-Y22.aspx |
robert
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Username: robert
Post Number: 440
Registered: 07-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, August 04, 2011 - 06:21 pm: |
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It's a pity the flotation tanks were removed as it would sink like stone if it ever filled with water. |
johnny
Senior Member
Username: johnny
Post Number: 422
Registered: 03-2006
| | Posted on Friday, August 05, 2011 - 07:02 am: |
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Sure would like to see photos of your C.M. Lane Life Boat. |
