The Wanderer sailboat used in the Captain Ron movie sold

[Jack Tar]

Angelique was used in a movie in a very short set. Chance of a Lifetime (TV 1991) - IMDb Just a cockpit scean and a little sailing.

[Jack Tar]

I wonder whos boat that was in Fifty First Dates.

[VirtualVagabond]

Originally Posted by Jack Tar

I wonder whos boat that was in Fifty First Dates.

Check post #22

[Chasing Summer]

Captain Bly .... WOW, like that's the coolest thing ever. That's my all time favorite movie. I hope you're going to keep a blog page on the project. I must have watched the movie 100 times .... really.
Lowell - s/v Chasing Summer - Spencer 42/hull 17

[pjsutton]

Will the new owner be taking out Captain Ron and Wanderer fans on cruises. Put me on the list before it gets long. My wife and I are long time fans. Good luck to your restoration, let me know if you need help. Ive painted a few hulls and gold flake detailing.

Originally Posted by Captain Bly

WOW! I just got ask to refit the Wanderer a Formosa 51 which was used in the movie Captain Ron... How cool is that... Captain Bob owner of Windsong; one of only 3 Formosa 51 built...

[Captain Bly]

YEs, once we finish the re-fit. Captain Bob

[Captain Bly]

Well... How about an update on the famous sailboat used in the Captain Ron movie, "The Wanderer"? After taking on what looks to be a 4 year project, I moved her over to the yard to let the work begin. Once in the yard I took a long hard look a what once was a magnificent vessel that sadly to say individuals just could not take of her over time. I stepped back and said, what the hell did I get myself involved in, and, where do I start? First, we pulled the 120hp Ford Lehman out and took it to the shop for a complete rebuild which should take about 7 to 8 weeks. As the days passed we cut out 9 stainless tanks and removed all the plumbing, wiring and everything that either had worn out or was just not needed. Starting with her bottom; as she had 18 thru-hulls. WOW! It looked as if each time a previous owner wanted to add something to her that required punching a hole in her, sadly they did. We closed off all but 9 and replaced the old gate valves with modern day brass ball valves. Then off with the old prop as it was badly need of a new one. We moved to the rudder; off with it I said, as it was in worse shape than originally thought. Water logged and damaged we cut it in half then rebuilt it from the inside out. After 30 days on in the yard and a new bottom, rudder and prop; oh, and all those new thru-hulls we splashed her for a short tow over to Waterford Marina where she will stay until she's a beautiful sailing ship once again. Once she's back you will be able to charter her on Galveston Bay. Captain Bob

[minaret]

Originally Posted by Captain Bly

Well... How about an update on the famous sailboat used in the Captain Ron movie, "The Wanderer"? After taking on what looks to be a 4 year project, I moved her over to the yard to let the work begin. Once in the yard I took a long hard look a what once was a magnificent vessel that sadly to say individuals just could not take of her over time. I stepped back and said, what the hell did I get myself involved in, and, where do I start? First, we pulled the 120hp Ford Lehman out and took it to the shop for a complete rebuild which should take about 7 to 8 weeks. As the days passed we cut out 9 stainless tanks and removed all the plumbing, wiring and everything that either had worn out or was just not needed. Starting with her bottom; as she had 18 thru-hulls. WOW! It looked as if each time a previous owner wanted to add something to her that required punching a hole in her, sadly they did. We closed off all but 9 and replaced the old gate valves with modern day brass ball valves. Then off with the old prop as it was badly need of a new one. We moved to the rudder; off with it I said, as it was in worse shape than originally thought. Water logged and damaged we cut it in half then rebuilt it from the inside out. After 30 days on in the yard and a new bottom, rudder and prop; oh, and all those new thru-hulls we splashed her for a short tow over to Waterford Marina where she will stay until she's a beautiful sailing ship once again. Once she's back you will be able to charter her on Galveston Bay. Captain Bob

You mean it didn't all come together for you over the course of a two week cruise with a crazy charter skipper? LOL!

[SoUnconventiona]

Anyone know who owns the Formosa that Cap'n Bly worked on? It's been here at the Waterford Harbor Marina in Kemah, TX in the same condition since July 2015 when I moved here.

I walk past her almost every day, daydreaming and wondering about the Wanderer...

Maybe someone who lives in these really expensive homes owns her? Did they run out of money? She has no masts, just tarps over some of the woodwork on deck, lots of rotten wood. She just looks sad and in need of some love.

I wish I had the time, money and energy to make her gorgeous again.

[Kevminator]

hey SoUnconventiona!

Did you ever get an answer to your question about the Wanderer?

[The Salty One]

Originally Posted by Starbuck

I heard there were three Formosas used in the film; perhaps that's where the mention of that number comes from.

I know this is 7 years behind, but I am buying one of the 3 boats used in Captain Ron. The hull is white now. Still named Wanderer. Not Bristol, but pretty close.

[model 10]

Originally Posted by The Salty One

I know this is 7 years behind, but I am buying one of the 3 boats used in Captain Ron. The hull is white now. Still named Wanderer. Not Bristol, but pretty close.

There is something right in the world. Does it still have a Fairbanks Morse with 1200 ponies?

[galynd]

Originally Posted by The Salty One

I know this is 7 years behind, but I am buying one of the 3 boats used in Captain Ron. The hull is white now. Still named Wanderer. Not Bristol, but pretty close.

Please tell us more and keep us updated.

[Creedence]

Originally Posted by Ecos

There is something right in the world. Does it still have a Fairbanks Morse with 1200 ponies?

I know this is old, but I love this movie enough to resurrect the thread for the clarification. I believe you mean "Fairchild Marine, 1200 ponies"!!! I hear it's the genuine article.

[Rockinar]

Wanderer is still in Kemah. I saw it last week.