Help identify “sunfish” please

[Gouxwest]

Looking for help identifying a possible sunfish. I don’t know the full history but I’m guessing this boat is pre-1980’s given how long it’s been in our family. The molded coaming is throwing me, can’t seem to find anything definitive online. I do know the rudder bracket is custom made, so ignore that (other than the fact that it’s a gudgeon style). Any ideas?

 

[danpal]

That's definitely a clone fish. I'm not sure who the manufacturer is but it look like either a Star Dancer or a Gulf Coast 14.

This might help in identifying it.

http://www.southtexassailing.com/files/Clone-Fish_Index_A-K.pdf
http://www.southtexassailing.com/files/Clone-Fish_Index_L-Z.pdf

 

[Gouxwest]

Very helpful. Based on this i have to assume replacement parts will be difficult to definitively identify, i may have to do some customizing. The boat is in great condition, but i do need replace the rudder assembly, that should be easy to make work.

Thanks for the help.

 

[danpal]

If you have a picture of the sail that might help to identify it by the insignia.

 

[LaLi]

This might help in identifying it.

http://www.southtexassailing.com/files/Clone-Fish_Index_A-K.pdf

Definitely a Gulf Coast 14. The centreline "ridge" and the shape of the rudder head give it away.

Information from sailboats '74 by Yacht Racing magazine:

GULF COAST 14
Earl Maudlin 1968
LOA: 13'10"
BEAM: 4'8"
DRAFT: 0'4"
SAIL AREAS IN SQ.FT.: 75 + 0 = 75
CLASS WEIGHT: 130 lbs.
Daggerboard
CONSTRUCTION:
HULL: fiberglass
SPARS: aluminum
FLOTATION: foam
CREW: 1
HIKING ASSIST: straps
PRICE NEW: $445
PRICE NEW: $200 - 400
NUMBER IN U.S.: 600
NUMBER WORLDWIDE: 600
AREAS: 4, 6, 8, 10*
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION:
Gulf Coast Sailboats
6316 Long Drive
Houston, TX 77017

*Southern US from Arizona to South Carolina

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[Gouxwest]

Yes, I agree. I was told that the rudder assembly was custom made, but you’re right, it’s the same. Thanks for the help!