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  1. SHSU

    Trying to determine the age of this 14" Seafarer before I start restoration.

    As indicated by others, the HID number would be the easiest if no paperwork. Otherwise, as you mentioned It does look like it could herald from the 70s era. Anything on the trailer? Maybe something on registration to give you additional ideas on timeline? SHSU
  2. SHSU

    Trying to determine the age of this 14" Seafarer before I start restoration.

    To hard to read the placard, maybe a picture of the boat will give the guys an idea of what era/timeline it came from. SHSU
  3. SHSU

    1979 Starcraft 16’ SS Refresh

    Moving right along!! Ya, old fuel can be a pain. I know some guys have run it over time through their trucks, but don't think it was as contaminated as yours sounds. As for your splashwell, I had the same type of failure. That was another reason why I went the custom splashwell route. They...
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    1988 Starcraft Mariner MR 220 V rebuild

    No such luck. That would make it to ease. lol Best bet is to pull up the carpet/vinyl and look for the rivet heads. You should see them along the edges and where it follows the stringers. SHSU
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    1975 Starcraft SS 16' Freshen Up

    Took a look at 3M website and found the comment below My take from this is, as long as I don't let fuel sit I should be ok, but as you said I will "consider it a case study" too. :D SHSU
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    1979 Starcraft 16’ SS Refresh

    @Watermann has a great sticky on the main page discussing the rivets used on Starcraft. Reference there to get an idea of what you will need. As for ordering them, most guys get them from Jay-Cee. They offer a large supply of everything rivet related. https://rivetsinstock.com/ I hope your...
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    1975 Starcraft SS 16' Freshen Up

    Man now I am concerned. I am going to have to take a look at it too. I did the same and sealed my fuel fill as well with 5200. Will have to keep an eye on it. Did you proactively change your 5200 or left it and will change later down the road? SHSU
  8. SHSU

    1988 Starcraft Mariner MR 220 V rebuild

    Ah, ok. Thought it was already reinstalled and working. Saw the picture of fish and figured you took it out. So any updates from the mechanic or still pending inspection? SHSU
  9. SHSU

    1975 Starcraft SS 16' Freshen Up

    Nothing like seeing screws fall out and no holding power. Sounds like you are better off then a lot of guys. I have seen pictures where its just straight mulch. I used 5200 on my project and was very liberal with it. I am not so worried about gas getting into that area/sitting. If there is...
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    1979 Starcraft 16’ SS Refresh

    Yep, we all have found surprise "fixes" that PO have done. With what you are showing, I would recommend taking all the flooring out and do a fresh install. The junk on the hull is leftover from the original material Starcraft put their vinyl/carpet on with. You can use a wire wheel to remove...
  11. SHSU

    1988 Starcraft Mariner MR 220 V rebuild

    Nice cooler of fish!!! Curious, why you looking to swap engines? If the 225 is working what's the need for the 250 or is performance not quite there with the 225? SHSU
  12. SHSU

    2020 Starcraft Of The Year (SOTY) Nominations

    Poll posted!!! https://forums.iboats.com/threads/2020-starcraft-splash-of-the-year-award-voting-poll.740995/ SHSU
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    2020 Starcraft Splash of the Year Award Voting Poll

    Howdy All, 2020 has been a year of unexpected and change that no one can say they saw coming. That being said, we still get to recognize the hard work put in by our fellow members on their projects. The winner will take home the coveted and well traveled SOTY plaque to have and hold until the...
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    1979 Starcraft 16’ SS Refresh

    lol, I will admit at the beginning of the project I was so wired to make everything match and show room finished. After a year, it was more of match and less show room finish. Add another year (2 years now), it was get it done right and don't worry about the cosmetics as much. Now I am glad I...
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    2020 Starcraft Of The Year (SOTY) Nominations

    Two more days for nominations!!! Will close nominations and look to post poll on Dec 2nd. SHSU
  16. SHSU

    22' Islander rebuild

    Gift one of the projects to the grandson!!! :D Never had the issue to figure out what toy stays and what goes (don't have the room for more then then one), but don't envy having to make that decision either. SHSU
  17. SHSU

    1979 Starcraft 16’ SS Refresh

    Love the photos!!! The green is starting to grow on me too. Your buddy really did a job matching everything, even down to the calipers and differential cover. The Motor: What pitch is the prop you have on her now? I think I had a 19 and dropped it to 15. Works well to handle pulling the...
  18. SHSU

    1979 Starcraft 16’ SS Refresh

    You can reference my thread for what I did. I notated the posts below with the relevant info. https://forums.iboats.com/threads/1984-starcraft-16ft-glutton-for-punishment-splashed-july-2019.687763/ Post #498 has the CAD drawing my Admiral put together for me for the fuel tank. Post #513...
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    1979 Starcraft 16’ SS Refresh

    Howdy and welcome aboard. Here is my stab at trying to answer some of your questions. The 30 that weren't properly set, can you elaborate? I am guessing you are talking about doing these with solid rivets and a dab of 5200. For foam, a lot of guys get theirs from the orange big box store...
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    1985 16ss. Sylvan

    Any progress is good progress. I have said it before and I will say it again. I am so envious of ya'll that have the outdoor building space for large workshops. One day I hope to have that option. SHSU
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