Congratulations. I'm sure you'll end up with a real prize winner. "Classic" means different things to different people. What's the year and model of your boat? Am I correct that CC started using the 283 in the mid- Also, Scott Hayeslate 50's?
I agree, NHBM could be a great source of info from some really serious restorers. There are Chris Craft enthusiast sites on the web, some devoted to specific lines, like the Chris Craft Commander Club. The right one could be good source for chrome pieces, gauges, etc. Commercial folks in this business include Hi-Gloss Boat Restoration (on FB) in Gilford and Inland Boat Works in Milton
http://www.woodboats.org/http://www.woodboats.org/ Also, Scott Hayes in Hebron (603-520-4065).