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    Bunk spacing for a 70's StarCraft SS

    I'm switching my trailer and am converting my old load Rite roller trailer to bunks to replace the original trailer that came with my StarCraft 16 foot ss 1973. I've read a lot of conflicting opinions on how far apart to space the bunks on the hull. I figured you guys can set me on the right...
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    Switching trailers in my garage with DIY lift

    Hey Everyone, Have a question I would love some feedback on. I want to lift my 16 foot Starcraft boat (motor off) that weighs about 6 to 700 pounds. I built a diy gantry crain that took the motor off no problem. Now I need to switch trailers and am thinking I can lift the back of the boat with...
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    1988 Johnson 70hp control box removal

    Hey Guys, I have a 1988 Johnson 70HP VRO on the back of a 1973 StarCraft I'm restoring and am gutting it now. I am ready to remove the motor and have everything disconnected but the the control box cables. Looking for advice on if I have to mark them somehow or do anything special when I...
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    1988 Johnson 70hp - VRO or not to VRO?

    Im trying to figure out what I would prefer and have read so much about VRO's my heads spinning. My new motor is a 1988 Johnson 70hp VRO. I've always premixed and am comfortable doing it. Its a small tank so not really a big deal to me. Being a 37 year old motor and I know it had been sitting...
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    Converting Roller trailer to bunks for my Starcraft 161

    Hi Everyone, Was sidelined for a while but am back on on my 1973 Starcraft project and need advice on my trailer. The trailer it came on is a roller but in really rough shape. I have a load rite roller trailer from a previous boat that I want to switch it to. The cross members on my load rite...
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    1973 StarCraft SS 16 Restore

    Hi Everyone, I just picked up a 1973 StarCraft Super Sport 16 footer. The hull seems to be in good shape but the floor and interior is shot. I wanted a project for me and my 2 sons and always loved the look of these. We are used to smaller 12 foot 15hp type boats so this will be a great step up...
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