Semple engines
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Semple engines
Does anyone know if parts are still available for Semple engines? A friend has purchased a boat with a 354 semple.The HP Crosshead is worn beyond fixing and in the process it also destroyed the Crosshead guide. Beckmann Boatshop does not have parts and no one answers the Semple St. Louis phone number.Parts can be made but why reinvent the wheel if there are parts still available? Thanks in advance. Den
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Re: Semple engines
Since Fred Semple's death a few years back his sons have been handling the business. They still make a few engines every year - but only during the summer months. I think they're "snowbirds". Using the phone won't work, you need to "snail mail" them.
Andrew VanLuenen at AVL Machine has repaired/rebuilt a few Semple engines. He might have additional info.
Andrew VanLuenen at AVL Machine has repaired/rebuilt a few Semple engines. He might have additional info.
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Re: Semple engines
Thanks Ron Was able to make contact with Mrs. Semple and ordered the parts Thanks
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Re: Semple engines
Dragging this thread up from the grave a dozen years later...
Den, I hope you're still alive and kicking and doing well. Ron, the same goes for you.
Would anyone happen to have the contact info for the Semple heirs?
Den, I hope you're still alive and kicking and doing well. Ron, the same goes for you.
Would anyone happen to have the contact info for the Semple heirs?
~Wesley Harcourt~
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