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    1979 StarCraft with a small area of transom rot

    Re: 1979 StarCraft with a small area of transom rot Here are some pics as promised.
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    How to lift a 1979 Johnson 70 HP

    Re: How to lift a 1979 Johnson 70 HP Well looks like I am going to be lifitng the engine off tomorrow to begin replacing the transom wood. Looks like I will be using the lift ring after all. My partner in this project thinks that is the best idea as that is what it was designed for. Wish me...
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    Compression on a 1979 Johnson- known issues?

    I have 1979 Johnson 70 HP. My dad was talking to some outboard mechanic today who indicated checking the compression on this type of engine is important because piston ring damage can lead to other more complicated issues. I was not exactly sure what he was talking about. Is there any merit...
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    1979 StarCraft with a small area of transom rot

    Re: 1979 StarCraft with a small area of transom rot Once again here is a picture. The arrows on the right show where the cables are coming into the engine. The arrows on the left show the only place I see thus far to remove the cables.
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    1979 StarCraft with a small area of transom rot

    Re: 1979 StarCraft with a small area of transom rot The pictures below show both sides of the motor. One side shows the big red plug you may be referring to. The other one shows the connections of the what I believe is the throttle and cold start cables. Both of which i need to remove before...
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    Boat Insurance, with who?

    I have been trying to get Boat Insurance on my 1979 StarCraft 16 foot SS. Allstate will not insure it because its 33 years old. I found that odd. Who would you recommend I check to get insurance on my boat?
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    1979 Johnson 70 HP Sea Horse

    I have owned a 1979 Johnson 70 HP Sea Horse for several years now, but I have never been able to get an impression of the reputation of this type of engine. Mine seems to be in great condition. Any of you want to weigh in on how good or not so good this particular engine is? Any maintenance...
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    Boating in Wisconsin, favorite spots?

    I grew up boating. my grandparents had boats, and I bought my first boat when I was 15 years old. I have done lots of boating in Wisconsin, including on Lake Michigan near Manitowoc and Sheboygan, also in Door County on Green Bay. Most recently I have been to Lake Wisconsin and that is a lot...
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    Bimini Tops for 1970s Starcrafts - any recommendations

    Just about as simple as the title. I have a 1979 16ft Starcraft and I have no experience with Bimini Tops. Can anyone recommend a good one and an appropriate size for this type of boat?
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    1979 StarCraft with a small area of transom rot

    Re: 1979 StarCraft with a small area of transom rot Per many people's interest, here is what the bottom of my transom looks like, as well as the motor mounting and the rot area.
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    How to lift a 1979 Johnson 70 HP

    I have a 1979 Johnson 70 horse on a StarCraft and I have to replace the transom wood.:eek: Can someone direct me to the proper way of lifting off the motor while I take care of this task? I attached a pic of the way my motor looks. Thanks
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    1979 StarCraft with a small area of transom rot

    I have a 1979 StarCraft with a small area of transom rot near where I put my smaller engine. Looking for a way to fix this. I was thinking of cutting out the rotted area and manufacturing a piece of wood to take its place. The rot seems to be about 4 by 2 inches at the top of the transom on...
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    1979 70HP Johnson Tachometer

    Does anyone know where the tachometer should be connected to on this particular model? Mark
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    1979 StarCraft What are wires behind steering wheel?

    Re: 1979 StarCraft What are wires behind steering wheel? Here are some pictures of my boat and steering wheel and the wires behind it if anyone has more info.
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    1979 StarCraft What are wires behind steering wheel?

    I have a 16ft 1979 Starcraft SS. The stock Steering wheel has two small red and black wires coming out from behind the housing. What are these for? There is no horn that I know of on this boat. MK
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