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  1. BWR1953

    I have returned... with a Starcraft this time!

    Well, we had the first major issue with the KF on 1 Jun 22; an engine problem with the 50HP Mercury. We launched and headed to our first fishing hole. Ran along at 5,300RPM as usual, but when we slowed to approach the fishing spot, the motor didn't sound quite right. Even the boy noticed it...
  2. BWR1953

    1976 Starcraft Chieftain 18' OB - restomod

    It's been a while since we've worked on the Chief. Got sidetracked by other issues, including KF problems. 😕 But this morning we did some more solid riveting practice and followed a tip from @classicat to use less manual pressure on the bucktail side. It worked much better that way. (y)...
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    Pairing engine size with boat size

    Sounds like a plan! :LOL:
  4. BWR1953

    1st time boat owner.

    Neat looking old boat. I bet the handling is interesting with that hard, triangular chine. :unsure:
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    1963 Starcraft Rebuild

    I haven't used soda blasting but opted for dustless blasting on my Chieftain instead. It was a bit cheaper than soda and doesn't leave a harmful residue. Quick too! (y) :cool:
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    Two batteries for small fising boat

    Nope, it's for the fish finder only.
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    Pairing engine size with boat size

    And how long would it take for the 4-strokes to repay that $600 cost? :)
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    Two batteries for small fising boat

    I bought a Nocqua battery with charger for my electronics. Lasts forever.
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    Pairing engine size with boat size

    I had one of those boats 25+ years ago. Pretty neat. Mine had an old 75HP Chrysler 2-stroke on it and it cruised along at about 25MPH. Zero issues getting on plane. I used it in the Chesapeake Bay, the Upper Potomac and the Lower Potomac. Great old boat. When I left MD and moved down...
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    198x SS-150 rebuild

    Oops... double tap.
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    198x SS-150 rebuild

    That is very good to know! We've been holding the tail end down as tight as we can. 😲🤪
  12. BWR1953

    198x SS-150 rebuild

    That is very good to know! We've been holding the tail end down as tight as we can. 😲 🤪
  13. BWR1953

    Nobody fishing?

    Nice!
  14. BWR1953

    Another ‘No Spark’ questione

    Is there a kill switch?
  15. BWR1953

    Mercury Classic 50 45hp serial number question

    I got my manual on eBay. Brunswick Part #90-86135-5. Outboard Service Repair Manual for Mercury Mariner 45-70 HP.
  16. BWR1953

    Nobody fishing?

    The boy and I got back out there yesterday. The last couple of trips we've had were vexing due to boat issues. 😠 And yesterday was another vexing day. But at least this time, the problem happened after the boy caught something! He asked my recommendation on what bass lure to use. I...
  17. BWR1953

    198x SS-150 rebuild

    We had that same thing happen with our practice rivets when we used material that was too thick or with tails too long.
  18. BWR1953

    Man, I'm so glad that I don't have an extra pile of money right now!

    Whew! I'm glad that's over! :ROFLMAO: (No, I didn't buy it.)
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    Man, I'm so glad that I don't have an extra pile of money right now!

    Such a deal! (y) :ROFLMAO: The one in the ad above has a single inboard. I've seen others with twins. I bet those old engines are expensive to feed nowadays.
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    Man, I'm so glad that I don't have an extra pile of money right now!

    I bet that was pretty cool! Did it ever get finished? Wish I could do something similar, but it's too late for me now. I'll be happy if I can get my Chieftain done! :geek:
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