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    Steering Cable Support

    Getting ready to install a Teleflex rotary steering system in my 1968 Starcraft Aluminum restoration project. No problem at the helm or the transom but I've got about 7.5 feet of cable run that needs to be supported as it runs down the starboard side of the boat. Is there a method or system...
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    DIY transom mount

    Has anyone designed or attempted to build a transom mount assembly to mount standard steering systems like Seastar or Teleflex? The factory kits seem very spendy for what they are. I'm thinking a basic right angle steel mount bracket.....one that the support tube can connect to.....but as I...
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    1972 Johnson 25R72R Points/Condenser Question

    OK, continuing my rebuild of the StarCraft Seafarer....it came with a pretty clean 72 Johnson 2-cycle 25HP outboard. I'm doing a preventative rebuild due to it not being run in about 5 years. I've done the lower, water pump impeller and seals. I'm moving up to do ignition and carb rebuilds....I...
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    1972 25HP Choke conversion

    I am in the process of doing a slightly greater than minor rebuild of a 1972 25R72R. Previously, a good mechanic had added electric start. Nicely done. He also added controls for throttle and shift. Everything works fine. I am considering going to electric choke versus the manual choke that is...
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    1968 Seafarer

    OK.....picked up a sadly neglected Seafarer while looking for a fishing boat project. Let's say the official start date of restoration is 20 April 2016. I will post pics soon. So far, I've torn the hull down to bare bones....after two days of pressure washing and scooping out some sort of...
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    Starcraft Side Emblems

    There seems to be quite a few posts relating to the plastic side emblems used on older model Starcrafts. I have a 1968 Seafarer and need replacement emblems. These are the italicized style with the arrows. About 12 long by 2 high. Beveled letters. Has anyone found a source and what they are...
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