1963 Starcraft Newport

[xGH0ZTx]

I just bought a 1963 Starcraft Newport with a 65 HP Mercury outboard for $700. It runs well and I plan to use it as is the rest of this summer but I want to improve it this fall. I am new to boats and would love some suggestions.



1. Fix any scratches or chips with Marine-Tex
2. Replace seats (what kind of hardware do I use?)
3. Restore or spraypaint chrome headlamps and horns
4. Paint interior and topside

 

[Woodonglass]

Re: 1963 Starcraft Newport

Where is the damage in Pic#4 located. If it's below the water line, it MUST be fixed before you put her in the water. You have exposed glass and if you don't fix it you can do a LOT of damage to the hull. It appears to me that there already has been significant damage done to this area.

 

[xGH0ZTx]

Re: 1963 Starcraft Newport

It is below the water line. The pic is a closeup of about 2-3 inch area. I was going to use the Marine-tex to fill this...

 

[Woodonglass]

Re: 1963 Starcraft Newport

Hmmm.... I suppose you could, however it appears to me the damage is more significant than a MarineTex repair. At the very least I think I would do some sanding and feathering back and lay some resin and CSM in there to re-inforce the area. Can you get to the BACK SIDE of the area??

 

[xGH0ZTx]

Re: 1963 Starcraft Newport

I cant get to the back. I have never done any fiberglass repair so am not sure of the best route to take. The picture makes it look worse than it is but I definitely want to do it the right way. Eventually I would like to paint the hull but I have no idea how to suspend the boat. I am very new to this whole process.

 

[Woodonglass]

Re: 1963 Starcraft Newport

Is the damaged area soft and spongy?

 

[xGH0ZTx]

Re: 1963 Starcraft Newport

no. the damage is dry and the flakey stuff around the hole is brittle and can probably easily be sanded or flaked away to make a clean area for the repair material

 

[xGH0ZTx]

Re: 1963 Starcraft Newport

I ended up using fiberglass for the deepest gouge then coming back and filling over with the marine-tec...
Just have to wait for it to dry and sand it smooth

 

[xGH0ZTx]

Re: 1963 Starcraft Newport

Heading out to the lake for a week!



I am not sure what the line in the second pic is for?
It has a screw in the end of it. thought it was possibly to secure the fuel tank?