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    18 foot fibreglass bow rider minimum engine size?

    I really like the lines of this boat. Owner thinks it’s a 1986 Chris craft by Grew but I can’t find any info. I’m not opposed to looking for a motor to suit. anyone know where I could find the specs on this? (Weight, max hp, capacity etc)
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    18 foot fibreglass bow rider minimum engine size?

    That’s what I thought. Thanks everyone
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    18 foot fibreglass bow rider minimum engine size?

    Guys, I’m thinking about picking up a decent lookifibreglass bow rider without a motor. It might be a Chris craft but I’m not sure. V-hull, not a tri- hull. I have a strong running 65hp merc. Do you think I could get away for a season with that set up, or would that not be enough to get it on...
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    Model name of 15 ft Runabout?

    My vote too is for a 16’ Super Sport. Can’t beat the open bow lounging. if I had my time back, I would have held out for an 18’ outboard SS. the 15’ closed bow Jupiter’s are nice but quite small IMO. If you want closed bow, the holidays are nice and available in varying lengths. Might start at...
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    '72 Starcraft SS New to me - Looking for design help

    Oh no, I just found this tread...KILLER BUILD!!!. I’ve been eying up a 19’ Islander I/O considering an OB conversion. I love the offshore thing you’ve done on this. Was hoping to see it finished.
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    Total boat electrical refit - looking for advice

    Thanks for all your help. I’ve been told the settings on my helix might not be right. I’ll check this spring. I’m using the navionics card that came with it
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    1966 Starcraft Holiday Interior Work

    I’m not doing mine either. It’s 45 years old and might have the odd leaky rivet. But minor if at all. Any substantial water in the bilge gets in there by rain and my crappy mooring covers anyway. Maybe I’m lazy and I know I’m cheap, but the cost and many hours involved it making it super...
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    Total boat electrical refit - looking for advice

    Guys, do you think I’d be ok running only 8ga to the helm? My starting circuit is through the motor controls only (outboard) My trolling batts are on a separate circuit. The helm is only going to run the following; LED Nav lights, LED courtesy lights, 4 LED compartment lights? horn, TWO 1100...
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    1966 Starcraft Holiday Interior Work

    Looks like it’s taking shape. Is the foam going to support the aluminum sheet or will you be adding tubing, channel or angle?
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    1966 Starcraft Holiday Interior Work

    awesome point of view. We’re all amateurs at some things and pros or good at others. dive in, enjoy your build and be proud YOU did it. We’re all our worst critic but I’m sure this project will turn out very well: it won’t be a fail.
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    Early Starcraft Super Sport dashboard ideas?

    Good grief, what a fiasco this online shopping is!!! I’ve spent DAYS trying to find a whole pile of goodies only to find I’m facing “unknown brokerage feesand little support from the supplier. So I started looking elsewhere and have scattered carts of a bit of this or that all over the place but...
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    For those fishing enthusiasts - what's your style of boat?

    Me, I used to have a tinny but I want to walk around and stand up. The Mrs admiral wanted a comfy spot to read so we bought a 16’ aluminum fish and ski. It gets me out in small/med to larger water on good days. Some of the water bodies I go to are tough access in a few places so its If I have...
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    Early Starcraft Super Sport dashboard ideas?

    I think you’re right. I was going to bring the 3 v seat hatches right out to the edge, but I think I will leave them back 1.5-2” so I can open them with the casting deck in place
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    For those fishing enthusiasts - what's your style of boat?

    Yes, exactly. Ice is in up here, just looking to start a discussion to pass the winter months away
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    Early Starcraft Super Sport dashboard ideas?

    Very nice, I never thought about it dropping on top. I had flush fit in mind but that looks very effective. Nice work, thanks for sharing the pic
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    For those fishing enthusiasts - what's your style of boat?

    Just wondering what you fishing enthusiasts use, and what is your preferred water? Bass boat? Fish and Ski? Jon Boat? Canoe/Kayak? Big water boat? Family boat? Deck/Pontoon boat?
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    Total boat electrical refit - looking for advice

    EDIT to original post; I will be going with a portable/handheld VHF as I change boats frequently
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    Any marine electrical control brands to avoid?

    I'm currently looking at Sea Dog toggle panels, digi volt meters and usb/12v ports. Anyone had luck with this product line? There's so much offshore crap that doesn't even show up in one piece these days and I'm down the biggest rabbit hole of all times researching this stuff. so many mixed...
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    Total boat electrical refit - looking for advice

    If those were friends or acquaintances, my condolences. There's been a few lost around these parts in the past year or two also. I don't plan on being a future SAR
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    Early Starcraft Super Sport dashboard ideas?

    Thanks, sorry I meant the drop in casting/seat deck...looks clean. how do you keep it from moving while sitting in the seat?
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