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    1978 Starcraft Seafarer 12 foot - new motor question

    I have a 1978 Starcraft Seafarer 12 foot v-hull aluminum boat. I have attached some photos. I want to buy a new motor (currently I have a 1956 Elgin 5.5) and am trying to determine the maximum appropriate horsepower that I can purchase. The 5.5 doesn't push it very fast (and I would like a less...
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    1978 Starcraft Seafarer 12 foot - new motor question

    I have a 1978 Starcraft Seafarer 12 foot v-hull aluminum boat. I have attached some photos. I want to buy a new motor (currently I have a 1956 Elgin 5.5) and am trying to determine the maximum appropriate horsepower that I can purchase. The 5.5 doesn't push it very fast (and I would like a...
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    What size/weight outboard can my boat handle?

    Hello, I am in the market for a new small outboard, 5-7 horsepower. I have a 1978 12' aluminum Starcraft v-hull, and want a reliable motor. Is there an equation to determine the maximum motor weight for a boat? Courtney
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    Repainting - available flat colors

    Hello - I have been reading through the various posts concerning repainting boats. I have a 12' aluminum Starcraft that I want to repaint the interior section. I have primed it and it is all ready for the final finish. However, after looking and even calling Rustoleum, I cannot find a flat...
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    Used gas can help

    I have an Attwood model 8872 gas can (discontinued) that came with my used boat when I bought it. I am trying to save a little cash by not buying a new gas can but the current tank that I have won't take the Attwood universal sprayless connector fitting that came with the Attwood universal fuel...
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