1968 Holiday Restoration w/pics

[Azlo]

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SO I finished riveting my gunnels so i can make brackets to support the wiring and steering cable.

The brackets were made out of aluminum crown and shaped them into an L and that was it.

After installing them they were pretty set. The weight of the wiring and cables made them solid. Will see they how they last.

I wish they were more jobs like this, working lying down.

Also installed my last gauge, a water psi gauge. Heard good things of having one of these so went ahead installed. All I need to get is the water tube and thats it.

Also notice I need two more switch extensions to install.

 

[Azlo]

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After all that I wnet ahead and cleaned out all my leaves and gave a wash. With the wires hidden in place ist starting to look good!! Getting close. U know I like how it looks with out seats. hmmm.

 

[sprintst]

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That's a sweet boat man. Everything has been thought out...

 

[th22ek9]

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Mr. Azlo. I have been reading this thread since yesterday and finally finished the last page. Most people would have taken it out as soon as the engine got put in. I see the quality in your patience. I can't wait to see the finished result. I believe this is one of the most complete and thorough restos on this forum. It's funny how people talk and brag about how they know this and that and did this and that to their boat. I think Mr. Azlo is a humble dude and spent a lot of time to share his build for our entertainment. Much respect.

 

[Azlo]

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That's a sweet boat man. Everything has been thought out...

Almost there sprintst, man o man o man. Im like a fat kid one block away from the cake store!

Mr. Azlo. I have been reading this thread since yesterday and finally finished the last page. Most people would have taken it out as soon as the engine got put in. I see the quality in your patience. I can't wait to see the finished result. I believe this is one of the most complete and thorough restos on this forum. It's funny how people talk and brag about how they know this and that and did this and that to their boat. I think Mr. Azlo is a humble dude and spent a lot of time to share his build for our entertainment. Much respect.

Thanks bro. I learned from the begiining that its not the end that counts but the journey itself. So I learned to enjoy the journey like sanding , electrical, etc. I still hate those things, but I space my day during the weekends. One hour in the morning and eat breakfast, watch a little fishing tv and back out for another hour or so, and eat lunch and so and so on. I usually dont remember the hardships but I do remember the acomplishments. I also joined a great forum (iBoats rules) that has helped me a ton. Wouldnt know what to do with out it. But of all things that has made me have patience and diligence and continue is when someone comes a long and says, "man thats a nice resto", "you must have a lot of patience". Thanks th22ek9! You made my day.

 

[proshadetree]

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But of all things that has made me have patience and diligence and continue is when someone comes a long and says, "man thats a nice resto", "you must have a lot of patience". Thanks th22ek9! You made my day.

Dang Alzo I just thought you had a lot of the clear stuff and that made you work better. Who knew? I cant believe how good that baby looks.

 

[Azlo]

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Dang Alzo I just thought you had a lot of the clear stuff and that made you work better. Who knew? I cant believe how good that baby looks.

I love you man!

 

[third times the charm]

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Well Az, you given us starcraft people alot to think about and to live up to. Hopefully all will go well with my restro project, but for now I'm going to enjoy my boat then tear down and startover. The pics of the boat are great though, I think seats would hide all the beautiful work you done though. lol

 

[collisionv]

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As confirmed by many - There is no greater or worthwhile endeavor than restoring a 1968 Stacraft Holiday I/O !!!!

Lol I'm enjoying my project of a 1960 holiday..... it's becoming a huge learning endeavor for me.

 

[Huron Angler]

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I've gotta agree with the other guys sentiments Azlo...reading this thread it's hard to believe that you have not restored a boat prior to this one.

Top notch work and a great example of turning an old boat into a work of art.

 

[Triton II]

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Wow Az, she looks so good without seats... I'd just splash her as she is, standing room only, AFTER you get the last two switch extensions fitted!

TII

 

[Azlo]

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Well Az, you given us starcraft people alot to think about and to live up to. Hopefully all will go well with my restro project, but for now I'm going to enjoy my boat then tear down and startover. The pics of the boat are great though, I think seats would hide all the beautiful work you done though. lol

I wish i should of gotten mine running first & them test out before restoration that way i know what to expect or improve. Right now i dont know what to expect.

Lol I'm enjoying my project of a 1960 holiday..... it's becoming a huge learning endeavor for me.

Hey collision im intrested in looking your project but yor link isnt working.

I've gotta agree with the other guys sentiments Azlo...reading this thread it's hard to believe that you have not restored a boat prior to this one.
Top notch work and a great example of turning an old boat into a work of art.

For me it was a lot of planning even at work I find myself distracted on what whats next, if it will work, or what about this,,,u know. Im really enjoying this project.

Wow Az, she looks so good without seats... I'd just splash her as she is, standing room only, AFTER you get the last two switch extensions fitted!

TII

I think im gonna try the white marine foldable chair then install a permanent one. I guess my reasoning is that a foldable chair u can position anywhere, if u dont have company than u only need one chair giving u more space, if u do have company than u can bring as many chairs as you need, and when u beach u can use the chair on land, sounds fair?

 

[third times the charm]

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nice seat, hmmmm sounds like that would work unless, you hit a large wave wrong then someone is flying overboard. But then again its easier to show off all the hard work you have done that way. Couldnt do that with mine, the boys wouldnt sit still without seats. still love that seat

 

[boatguy94]

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Wow Azlo... Wow! Such a clean pretty boat you have been working on/making. Only complaint I have is there is a bit of drool and envy on my side of the screen . Keep it up, can't wait to see 'ya get her in the water .

 

[kilowatts]

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Hi Azlo:

Great boat, Great thread. Pity it's not fiberglass though! Can't wait for you to get it wet.

kilowatts

 

[jasoutside]

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She is coming together AZ, I'm getting pumped buddy!

 

[third times the charm]

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nuttin wrong with a tinny, I already love mine and only had for 3 days. Nice and light to trailerAz , you gottta splash that thing soon, wanna see it run on the water

Hey Az, do you still have the shifter that came on your boat? and do you know if it was original
would be interested in it

 

[Azlo]

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Wow Azlo... Wow! Such a clean pretty boat you have been working on/making. Only complaint I have is there is a bit of drool and envy on my side of the screen . Keep it up, can't wait to see 'ya get her in the water .

LOL, thanks boatguy. These are exciting days for me as well as my family. I am noticing the neighbors also ancious to for it to be over too. I cause a lot of noise pollution.

Hi Azlo:

Great boat, Great thread. Pity it's not fiberglass though! Can't wait for you to get it wet.

kilowatts

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Fiberglass vs Aluminum, electric ignition vs points, sauter vs crimping, somebody please tell me,,,,,when will it end?!

Thanks kilowhats

She is coming together AZ, I'm getting pumped buddy!

This year buddy and it wont be no unicorn taking the video.

nuttin wrong with a tinny, I already love mine and only had for 3 days. Nice and light to trailerAz , you gottta splash that thing soon, wanna see it run on the water

Hey Az, do you still have the shifter that came on your boat? and do you know if it was original
would be interested in it

Sorry It got sold along with the gauges some & other stuff I didnt need. But I kept the glove compartment lid. Was planning on installing it later on.

 

[Azlo]

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Well, it is now time for the out drive. The last important piece of this big puzzle. I was debating wether to get a new one for a wopping $1300 but funds are not all that available. So I decided to do with what I have right now. If u guys remember the original drive. It looks like it was at Lake Placid at some time of its life.

Yeah it looks pretty beat up but im sure we can pretty up a little bit. Im gonna start with the water pump impeller. SO I seperated the two halves, very simple.

Took the bolts off to the impeller housing.

Man this impeller took a beating.

And look the housing, it got so hot it bubbled. I hope this didnt mess anything else up.

 

[djpeters]

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Just gotta say nice work so far. Can't wait to see it in the water, and you better make room for the trophy....