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  1. Moserkr

    1974 Chieftain 25 "Adventurer" Restoration

    Since you are open to ideas for a swim platform…. An aluminum platform with aluminum supports. Instead of teak wood or trex, put hydro-turf on the deck part that looks like teak. Fools people all the time on my boat, they think its real wood but its closed cell foam. Lightweight, comfortable...
  2. Moserkr

    Shoestring Starcraft SS160 Resto-mod - let the long slow road begin

    I really like that bow cover too!! Will put that on my future wish list. Biggest thing, as @Rasdiir said with that electrical diagram, is dont assume wire gauge is correct for your own application. Gauge needs to be matched to the length of the run for the given amperage. Ive been using this...
  3. Moserkr

    Shoestring Starcraft SS160 Resto-mod - let the long slow road begin

    Great electrical schematic. Saved it for later.
  4. Moserkr

    1972 18 FT Starcraft SS

    Looked at some of your pics again to get an idea of how its mounted vs the gunnel boards. Mine is mounted 3-4” higher than yours. I see those bolts holding it on though and its a tough spot for sure to get to. Since its only 1/4” difference between the boards and mount, could you shave that...
  5. Moserkr

    1972 18 FT Starcraft SS

    I like that top piece of trim on those boards, gives a real nice finished look to it. Is that trim original? As far as controls go, a PO mounted mine higher up, on the gunnel. Actually cant imagine it being lower and is comfortable up there.
  6. Moserkr

    1979 Starcraft 16’ SS Refresh

    Yes, not my proudest moment. Could have easily wrecked the new motor’s electronics or melted the gas line and **boom**. Saw your post about wiring advice in your thread and as confident as I am wiring, over-confidence almost cost me the boat. After that incident I cant comment on wiring help...
  7. Moserkr

    1979 Starcraft 16’ SS Refresh

    Forgot to mention I recently added the rocket launchers to the bimini. Those were a nice addition until I can afford the $$$ fishing gear I really want ha. The other thing we tested was a new prop. Currently running a 3 blade black max 15p and it gave us 32 mph at 5200 rpm WOT, 5000’...
  8. Moserkr

    1979 Starcraft 16’ SS Refresh

    Bench seat got sidetracked by a honey-do project list. But now that its mostly done, I can get back to my short boat project list. Since my welding skills are sub par, Ive reached out to friends/family to help weld fenders on the trailer. But that didnt stop us from going out and having fun...
  9. Moserkr

    1974 Chieftain 25 "Adventurer" Restoration

    What a beauty!! Some fine redneck engineering to boot on that motor lift. That wagon with it is epic to top it all off. You have a huge blank canvas that needs a lot of work. The potential is there, looking forward to see your vision come to life!
  10. Moserkr

    1978 SS 16 restoration

    Been going down the rabbit hole of props and performance this last week, along with our previous talks. Learned yours and my boat are actually well balanced with weight up front, and thats allows us to run the trim all the way down - neutral trim. Most efficient when all the water is being...
  11. Moserkr

    198x SS-150 rebuild

    Its pretty common to add the chine support brace to boats that didnt have it. Starcraft started doing it, from the factory, to the larger boats because of chines splitting under heavier power sometime in the 80’s I believe. Going to disagree with you on that statement.
  12. Moserkr

    198x SS-150 rebuild

    It wouldnt be hard to add side panels if you run a strip of angled AL along the floor as an attachment point. Its more money and time though. If it were me, Id go with paint instead of carpet. Much more appealing to me but you would have to strip that old glue. Or just add more glue to...
  13. Moserkr

    1979 Starcraft 16’ SS Refresh

    1/4” rivets holding the main structure are done. The little corner braces with 3/16” rivets just need to be hammered in. It weighs virtually nothing but is very strong. A few more things will be riveted on - a french cleat in the back of frame, and 2 fold down legs for the front corners...
  14. Moserkr

    1972 18 FT Starcraft SS

    Awesome!! Fit of that wood looks nice. I made the mistake of reusing some of that original aluminum to tie the floors together. Not thick enough. 1/8” is stout. What kind of foam you putting under the floor? Pour or sheets?
  15. Moserkr

    1978 SS 16 restoration

    I’ll put the gator glide on the list for the resto 2.0 in the far future. Had I know sooner I would have done it instead of paint on the bottom. The jack plate would be nice as well. Will be a while before I have the boat tokens for that haha. Which one do you have? My motor is now a brand...
  16. Moserkr

    1978 SS 16 restoration

    Interesting how you said trim doesnt make much difference cause mine is the same. Feels like the boat is driving the nose down and just wants speed. You have a little more weight than me, but distributed very similarly. I am a little heavier towards the bow. Major differences being the plate...
  17. Moserkr

    1978 SS 16 restoration

    Learning about prop design is definitely a mind bender due to there being so many factors. This website had a decent article on props. https://boattest.com/view-news/4226_do-your-props-have-the-right-cup-rake-slip-pitch-and-hub At least you know your baselines so going from there helps a...
  18. Moserkr

    1978 SS 16 restoration

    Hmmm you may not get much more out of the motor by changing the pitch, hard to say without trying. Doesnt sound like SS is wise if you know there are rocks around. Never heard of these hulls breaking 40mph!! My new merc 75 is getting me to 35mph in slight chop. Trying a turning point...
  19. Moserkr

    1979 Starcraft 16’ SS Refresh

    Had the boat out on one of the largest reservoirs in the state last weekend, one that was warmer and lower in elevation. Our local lakes are full but the airs still a little cold for family time on high mountain lakes. In the meantime Ive been doing some work. My front hitch post was meant...
  20. Moserkr

    1978 SS 16 restoration

    Last time we were out was the first time the boat got no attention. Probably because we were at a big lake with people who had $200,000 wake surfing boats lol. Comes with the territory of restoring these old gems! If you want to eke some more performance out of your motor, a stainless prop...
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