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Chris Craft Aquahome houseboat

by John C.
(Canada)

Chris Craft Aqua Home model Houseboat 1971

Chris Craft Aqua Home model Houseboat 1971

This Chris Craft Aquahome houseboat was an oldie, but definitely a favorite houseboat, since it was in impeccable shape and it always got great comments from other boaters.

This was my first Twin engine houseboat with Merc V6's that I owned, and it served me well. It was a great boat to spend the summers living aboard since it had Air Conditioning for those hot humid nights.

These have lots of storage, and room for two people to live on comfortably. It had a full shower, and galley, so that my wife could create her amazing creations in the kitchen.

We ended up selling the ChrisCraft so that we could buy a "bigger boat", don't we always end up buying a bigger boat :)

It has a special memory in my heart, and I hope that the new owners are taking care of it.

John C.



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starstarstarstarstar 		Houseboat re-modelling
by: Luv Tub owner's husband

Isn't houseboat ownership great? We brought the new family jewel (33' Chris-Craft) home for the winter. The galley and crew quarters (the booth) have been completely gutted with all windows removed for structural repairs.

Christmas presents are now new cupboards, counters, wall panelling, inverters etc.

We've signed on with America's Great Loop Association and hope to float her down to Florida (from Lake Simcoe, Ontario) for the 2010-11 Winter.
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starstarstarstarstar 		Here goes with a ChrisCraft houseboat
by: Jerry D.

I have just purchased a 1968 Chris Craft Houseboat that is 34' and has a single 283 engine. It was Love at first sight. She's beautiful. I surprised my wife and she actually cried Happy Tears. (Offer contingent on her apporval.)

It will be moored in Saugatuck, Mi. which is our paradise. Any and all input will be appreciated. Previous ownership experience is limited to a Pontoon that we had for several years. JD.
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starstarstarstarstar 		Engine advice for Chris Craft Aquahome houseboat
by: Anonymous

I'm considering the purchase of a 46' Aquahome that is currently without engines. The shafts and props are in place, but I have no idea what engines were in it originally or will fit.

Would appreciate any help/advice from someone with experience in this area. TIA, Michael.

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Well Michael, if my memory serves me right, I think the engines were Chrysler 440's.

IAN from www.all-about-houseboats.com
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starstarstarstarstar 		Finally found it
by: Love Tub's new owner

While waiting for friends to join us at a coffee shop, my wife spotted at 33 ft Chris-Craft houseboat in a nearby holding yard. It had a FOR SALE sign ...

To make the long story short, we inquired and my wife now owns a 33 ft Chris-Craft with twin V6 Volvo's and she has it all re-designed before a sea-trial, set for later this week.

I'd be grateful for any comments from previous or present owners of this type of houseboat.
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starstarstarstarstar 		We Love our ChrisCraft Aqua Home Houseboat
by: Kathy Schultz

My husband and I rescued a 33 foot 1969 Chris Craft Aqua Home Houseboat a couple of years ago. We are still in the process of remodeling.... but we love our houseboat. It's permanently moored on Lake Couer d'Alene, Idaho.

You are correct, we have a wonderful galley, remodeled head/bath, living room.... and where the dining area was located in the wheel room, we have turned it into a master bedroom.

We know everything about this old gal, as we gutted the interior and replaced everything. We will start on the exterior later this year. I can't imagine trading up........but I suppose someday we might want to do that. This houseboat is perfect for 2 people all the time and company once in awhile. *smiling* I will try to post pictures, technical specs and more information on my own page....at a later date. Thanks for sharing. Kathy
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starstarstarstarstar 		Oldies, but Goodies
by: Louis

My neighbor had one, and I was impressed with the space and layout. He had Chrysler 318's in it and it would fly across the water.

You're picture brought back great memories, Thanks.

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