18' Starcraft SS Restoration

[fshngho]

Re: 18' Starcraft SS Restoration

I got lucky Now lets see:
You get what you give,
No good deed goes unpunished,
Good things come to those who wait,
Every Dog has his day,
From the day I had fishing I would guess I have to be nice for at least 3 months. Some things just ain't fair LOL
(Thank You Lord)

 

[Huron Angler]

Re: 18' Starcraft SS Restoration

Nice bucketmouths there, looks like fun

Glad to see you fishing and having some fun(beats watching that paint dry).

I bet you can catch more fish on the SS

 

[fshngho]

Re: 18' Starcraft SS Restoration

Ya know Mike it really won't matter what I catch in the SS. I'm just going to look good in it. My theory is going fishing is allways fun, actually catching fish is just a bonus.

I have wet sanded and wiped the boat down. I am giving it a hour to make sure its dry then wipe once more and apply second coat of paint.

 

[jasoutside]

Re: 18' Starcraft SS Restoration

Isn't looking good always the goal? I spose that's why I am always in trouble!

 

[v8mgbal]

Re: 18' Starcraft SS Restoration

Hey FS the boat is looking really good. I am having a hard time trying to keep up with you LOL.

 

[fshngho]

Re: 18' Starcraft SS Restoration

What V8? Are you in reverse??? I feel like I can't get much slower (other than mentally). If only I had more time & money & energy I believe I may be faster... Besides, I'm sure you will be done way before me, I've seen you work.

 

[Azlo]

Re: 18' Starcraft SS Restoration

Man that Interlux leveled nice. Paint looks good fshngho. If redo my paint, I think thats what im gonna use.

 

[fshngho]

Re: 18' Starcraft SS Restoration

Painted second coat last Sunday. Tonight I am running tape to mark off my stripe. BUT I gotta tell ya'll, I have been looking for a trailer since mine is too small (6 weeks now). After a few close purchases (always call too late) I came across another deal. Glavanized for a 18' boat, $200. I called, left e-mail msg, no reply. Got a call today from the guy. He has the car shop right behind where I work! Yes I got it, SS fenders and all Then my co worker tells me about a friend of his that has a boat, motor (115hp) and trailer for $200. I also order 2 gal epoxy from US Composites this morning. I think my wife may kill me once she finds out what I've spent today....naaaah, she's a sport.

 

[ezmobee]

Re: 18' Starcraft SS Restoration

Tonight I am running tape to mark off my stripe.

Use the GREEN TAPE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[fshngho]

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GOT IT!!! Thanks for the tip EZ. When I was getting some 400 grit paper Sunday I went and bought some Green Tape. See, the student does learn from the Master.

 

[jasoutside]

Re: 18' Starcraft SS Restoration

Dude I can't see photos of anything you got going there. Trailer, new paint, nuttin!

I am just glad we are all so tolerant of folks who don't post up pics.

(just don't wait too long my friend)

 

[fshngho]

Re: 18' Starcraft SS Restoration

Your'e a hard man to work for Jason. I just got the trailer and now I have to do something with the POS fiberglass boat on it.
Geez, those Certified Mercury Marine Technicians are sooo impatient.

 

[ezmobee]

Re: 18' Starcraft SS Restoration

GOT IT!!! Thanks for the tip EZ. When I was getting some 400 grit paper Sunday I went and bought some Green Tape. See, the student does learn from the Master.

That tip came from Rickairmedic and boy was he right. That stuff is worth whatever they want to charge for it.

 

[jasoutside]

Re: 18' Starcraft SS Restoration

Sorry dude. That was the angry mob side coming out there. The Merc marine tec side of me is still trying to find my left handed screwdriver! I must have left it over by the roter girder

 

[fshngho]

Re: 18' Starcraft SS Restoration

Strange how I went to looking for a trailer and now may be getting two galvanized trailers, one Johnson 115hp, new teleflex steering, 1 electric winch, electric trim tabs ( I think), 2 plastic 12 gal fuel tanks, and some other accessories. I may have pics on those by friday.
But thats not why I posted. I got the boat ready for painting the stripe.

My problem is this...I couldn't wait until Friday evening to paint, so I sprayed the first coat on.
The good news is I don't think the Coast Guard would ever have trouble finding me.

 

[fshngho]

Re: 18' Starcraft SS Restoration

The bad news is...I think its a little bright
What do ya'll think?

I may have to mix in black or blue to make it maroon or something. Then again, I ain't never seen a fire engine red boat before!!!:redface:

 

[jimdd810]

Re: 18' Starcraft SS Restoration

Looking good! cant wait to seeit done!

 

[Floyd M]

Re: 18' Starcraft SS Restoration

Boat looks great. Just wondering what mix you used for the primer and paint. Thinned 10%, 20%? I am getting ready to ZC and then prime and paint with the same Interlux products. I actually am spraying I think with the same gun from HF so I thought I wouldn't reinvent the wheel. Can't wait to see the finished product.

Floyd

 

[fshngho]

Re: 18' Starcraft SS Restoration

Thanks Jim.
Floyd I thinned it 10%. I read that it seems to lay better with less thinner. This is my first time too so I am no expert. I will tell you that you will like the HVLP sprayer. I can definately see where you get less overspray. You will notice I don't have close up pics, thats because I have a little orange peel but what the heck, it's a boat.
I am hoping I can buff that little bit out but if not I won't lose sleep.:redface:

 

[jasoutside]

Re: 18' Starcraft SS Restoration

Sounds like you scored some great stuff there fsh! I am looking forward to yur paint job buddy