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  1. MNhunter1

    New Journey

    Was going to make a post in the general restorations forum, but I trust the advice here more... Air hammer/rivet setter - what's a good, reasonably priced option for setting solids? Don't think my standard pneumatic air hammer is up to the task, time to make an investment.
  2. MNhunter1

    New Journey

    Yeah, probably not the best idea. Just pondering different color options and kind of like this theme... Probably end up with the storm grey again on the deck, but the gunnels still have me thinking. Maybe a set of 72" black Traxstech Tracks to give some contrast...just need to save more...
  3. MNhunter1

    New Journey

    Not sure if this is the correct way to link to another thread, of if there is a better way to do so, but just posted this in the general restorations forum: Black Nautolex https://forums.iboats.com/threads/black-nautolex.743753/#post-5653600
  4. MNhunter1

    Black Nautolex

    Anyone have any direct experience with black Nautolex vinyl flooring and how hot it gets in the sun? I've used the storm grey color on two of my other rebuilds, but considering the black color on my current rebuild on the gunnels and/or deck. I'm sure it'll get warm, but with the texture and...
  5. MNhunter1

    New Journey

    I need to get an updated picture. Still not yet completed, but coming along. Between the 3 year patio project I'm trying to finish up, deck stairs I'm building, the honey do list, and the kids activities... I'll get it wrapped up one of these days :) Built it to the same height as my table...
  6. MNhunter1

    New Journey

    Just some interesting notes from the tear down... Both the bow deck vertical supports(not just the horizontal lip/edge like on the SS models) and the lower side supports are solid riveted to/thru the hull. I drilled out the bow supports in order to get the front deck section out, but left the...
  7. MNhunter1

    New Journey

    I’ve looked at some of the folding towers, but will likely just stick with the stock console configuration, modifying the dash layout and controls to my liking. I don’t want to run into issues with garage storage and the open concept will probably be more suitable for fishing. Will probably...
  8. MNhunter1

    New Journey

    Current plan is to sell the ‘82 70hp Merc and find a late ‘80s or newer 115hp. I’ve got some time to sort it out and see what pops up for sale.
  9. MNhunter1

    New Journey

    Wet deck and waterlogged foam. I often wonder how many boats are on the water in this condition on a regular basis. I can’t even look at an aluminum boat of this era as water ready anymore without a full rebuild.
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    New Journey

  11. MNhunter1

    New Journey

    Had a good trip north with the boys for a little shed hunting and time in the woods. Managed to get the deck pulled and maintained in a solid enough state to use as templates and hauled an enclosed trailer home with pretty much everything aside from the hull. Waiting till she’s home to pull...
  12. MNhunter1

    1974 Starcraft SS16 Restortation

    Lookin’ great FIGMO! Been out of town the past few days and catching up on all the posts. Love how the deck and hatches all turned out and great job with the lighting.
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    Shoestring Starcraft SS160 Resto-mod - let the long slow road begin

    I think I have about 25 each in both 3/16 and 5/32 and never really felt I needed more. Granted, I haven’t needed to do any major repairs, but i think about 20-25 each makes for a adequate supply. They are well worth the investment in my opinion, especially when working alone. I’d put the air...
  14. MNhunter1

    The novice build: 1968 Starcraft SuperSport V-16 "The Boat"

    Welcome! You can to the right place for solid and knowledgeable advice. There are many different groups out there on FB and such, but they are flooded with all sorts of various advice and ideas from those that may be appropriate to some that are outright wrong and/or dangerous. They crew here...
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    1974 Starcraft SS16 Restortation

    Nice work! How much of a gap are you leaving for the Nautolex on the hatches? I'm debating making my own as you have, or just installing some pre-fab flush mount ones like the Tempress or DPI Marine.
  16. MNhunter1

    1963 Starcraft Starmist? replacing floor - HELP

    Not familiar with the Starmist, but the deck/layout looks very similar to the Jetstar, Nova, and smaller Holiday runabouts. Looks like you countersunk the rivets. Not sure if you used 3M5200 when you sank them in, but some skim over the countersinks with the 5200 or MarineTex before laying...
  17. MNhunter1

    1975 StarCraft Mariner build "The Unicorn"

    I fished some ratchet straps through the splashwell drain holes (need to fish it in between the transom skin) and back up to the cross member of the kids swing set. Tighten the straps down until it begins to lift the hull off the trailer and you can raise/lower the height of the stern by...
  18. MNhunter1

    Post a pic of your starcraft!

    Looking back through all these great pictures, I realized I never included mine: 1978 16SS 1972 15ft Nova 1983 MR180
  19. MNhunter1

    Hello all, new here.

    Nice Holiday! I think it needs a taller ladder though... 😁
  20. MNhunter1

    New to me 16ft Starcraft!

    Check out the "joggle stick method" for templating your deck if you run into fitment issues. I used it for the bow casting deck on my 16SS and it worked like a champ.
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