22' 1968 Starcraft Islander

[evildocrsx]

Re: 22' 1968 Starcraft

Re: 22' 1968 Starcraft

I ordered the gallon sized Gluvit.

Meanwhile the Gluvit comes in, I cut and test fitted part of the deck. I'll post pictures tommorrow as it's too late right now and I have to go to sleep.

 

[evildocrsx]

Re: 22' 1968 Starcraft

Re: 22' 1968 Starcraft

I raised the deck on the boat to make it more comfortable.

This is my Dad cutting the deck curve. We gestimated the curve because when I took out the deck, That part came off in pieces.

This is where the deck ended up being at. Seems pretty comfortable for fishing.

What do you guys think? Should I go all the way back to the transom at the same height? Or, should I keep it low the way it is?

 

[ezmobee]

Re: 22' 1968 Starcraft

Re: 22' 1968 Starcraft

What do you guys think? Should I go all the way back to the transom at the same height? Or, should I keep it low the way it is?

Will keeping it high all the way back to the transom make it difficult to service your motor?

 

[evildocrsx]

Re: 22' 1968 Starcraft

Re: 22' 1968 Starcraft

Ahh! Thanks. That's a good point. I guess I'll keep it low.

 

[evildocrsx]

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How can I remove what it looks like calcium or lime deposits from the aluminum?

 

[evildocrsx]

Re: 22' 1968 Starcraft

Re: 22' 1968 Starcraft

How can I get rid of this?

Could this be rust? I've already tried scrubbing with soap and water and nothing comes off.

 

[lilcane88]

Re: 22' 1968 Starcraft Islander

great looking project! look forward to seeing the outcome

 

[evildocrsx]

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Thanks. I want to see it finished already.

Will Acetone remove this?

 

[Rickairmedic]

Re: 22' 1968 Starcraft Islander

Doc before you go nuts try a 50/50 mix of vinegar and water .



Rick

 

[BobsGlasstream]

Re: 22' 1968 Starcraft Islander

Great project looking foward to more pic's. Good luck with the rest.

 

[evildocrsx]

Re: 22' 1968 Starcraft Islander

Doc before you go nuts try a 50/50 mix of vinegar and water .



Rick

Thanks Doc!

 

[evildocrsx]

Re: 22' 1968 Starcraft Islander

This is what I've done so far.

Applying the Kitty Hair

Grinding Kitty Hair with cheese grinder before kitty hair fully dries out.

 

[evildocrsx]

Re: 22' 1968 Starcraft Islander

This is how it looks on the boat.

I think it looks pretty good.

 

[Huron Angler]

Re: 22' 1968 Starcraft Islander

That center console is going to be really nice...plenty of room for electronics on there. I've been thinking about building a mini cc from an old 15'-16' aluminum hull. Full walk-around makes it nice for fishing.

Are you going to have a platform in the bow? Or rebuild the cabin partially?

 

[evildocrsx]

Re: 22' 1968 Starcraft Islander

I'm going to make a platform in the bow. I'm planning on making a fish box there and maybe a couple of ice chest, all below the deck.

But then again, they're all plans. I still need to see what happens when I get there.

 

[evildocrsx]

Re: 22' 1968 Starcraft Islander

This is my center console finished and painted.

 

[bigskiohio]

Re: 22' 1968 Starcraft Islander

different console?

 

[betayv]

Re: 22' 1968 Starcraft Islander

wow looking great nice boat, and is very nice you dad is there with you new baby and helping fixing the boat great family moments...

 

[Azonic]

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This is my center console finished and painted.
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Liar Liar Pants on Fire!!

I love it though....

The one your dad built is really a great unit.

 

[ghamby]

Re: 22' 1968 Starcraft Islander

"I think I'm gonna stop by the automotive paint store"
Try Marhyde ( I think that's the brand) Aircraft Coating Remover (Imron stripper)
This is really powerful stuff, keep the little helper far away.
I have used this stuff with good results, suit, mask,gloves and ventilation
recommended.
GH