OverviewOwn a rare piece of boating history with this meticulously restored 1965 Arkansas Traveler Polaris II, a 14’ 1” fiberglass classic designed to emulate the elegant look of a wooden boat. Powered by a fully serviced 1965 Johnson Super Sea Horse 75 HP 2-Stroke outboard motor with a rebuilt electronic shifting unit, this boat blends mid-century style with modern reliability. Perfect for cruising Arizona lakes like Lake Pleasant or showcasing at vintage boat shows, it’s a turn-key gem for collectors and boating enthusiasts.
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Restoration DetailsThis Polaris II has been stripped to bare primed fiberglass and restored to near-showroom condition, preserving its unique wood-like aesthetic:
Hull: Stripped of original chipped brown/maroon paint to bare fiberglass, treated with TotalProtect marine primer system, and coated with Rust-Oleum topside paint (white hull, navy blue topside) to enhance its wood-mimicking design. All fixtures and chrome trim removed during painting, polished with steel wool, and refurbished for a clean finish.
Interior: New marine plywood floor with treated lumber pedestal system, covered in durable marine outdoor carpet. Side walls lined with matching marine carpet to complement the wood-like exterior. Two new marine leather folding captain’s chairs installed on new seat pedestals up front. Custom-built rear bench, crafted from Lowe’s-sourced lumber with 2-inch upholstery foam, seats 2-3 adults and includes four matching white outdoor pillows.
Electrical/wiring: Fully inspected and upgraded. Corroded connections re-run, new ignition key switch, light plunger switch, and fuel gauge. Original AirGuide tachometer (intact, not functioning) and spedometer (functions properly) re-installed. Polished and functional speedometer (30 MPH top speed tested on water). NAV light and spotlight polished, reinstalled, and tested operational.
Audio: Brand-new Pyle Hydra audio system with two speakers integrated into the rear bench for onboard entertainment.
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MotorThe 1965 Johnson Super Sea Horse 75 HP outboard is in top condition:
Engine Cover: Stripped and painted black, some reconditioning needed for perfect look.
Carburetors & Fuel System: Carbs and fuel pump rebuilt with new OEM gaskets from Marineengine.com. Upgraded 12-gallon fuel tank cleaned, new hoses, fuel line, priming bulb, and OEM fuel filter (sourced from marineengine.com). New marine-grade OEM spark plugs and silicone spark plug boots installed.
Electrical: *New choke solenoid, wiring, and switch (OEM). *Rebuilt electronic shifting unit with new shifter switch and freshly lubricated contacts using marine-grade grease. Engine block degreased and cleaned.
Lower Unit: *Completely rebuilt with new O-rings, gaskets, internal wiring bracket, and shift wiring for the Electramatic Shifting system. *Gearcase rebuilt and lubricated with Type-A gear lube for electric shift outboards. All mating surfaces sealed with Permatex UltraBlack gasket maker or OEM gaskets.
Battery: New EverStart marine battery from Walmart.
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Trailer & AccessoriesTrailer: Restored single-axle trailer with new wheels, tires, and ratcheting winch for easy loading/unloading. New keel rollers installed. Trailer light wiring harness replaced (4-pin).
Cover: New navy-blue canvas waterproof, UV-resistant cover with secure straps for transport and storage.
Accessories: Includes two adult life jackets, one anchor, two 50-foot ropes, one mooring buoy, 2-stroke oil measuring flask, and 1 quart of 2-stroke marine oil.
*Custom-Designed and 3D-printed bolt-on flush plate for on-land run tests and purges is included with sale.
**Condition NotesThe new fuel gauge and new sending unit in the fuel tank currently are not operable (wiring). The tachometer, while original and complete, is not currently operable. Needs restoration or replacement. The original windshield is not with the craft, but the windshield frame and all mounting hardware is included and in proper condition.
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