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  1. SHSU

    1988 Starcraft Mariner MR 220 V rebuild

    Sadly think you had the right idea with the shovel. I have seen people use cheap roto tillers, but that was on a large ship and had literal rooms filled with foam. SHSU
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    1979 Starcraft 16’ SS Refresh

    Not needed and may cause other issues. The cracking would occur from the wood expanding and contracting based on temperature and such. Also how loads are distributed would play a major role in any failure: i.e. a point load not distributed SHSU
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    1979 Starcraft 16’ SS Refresh

    Ya, West System is steep but has a huge name in the industry. I tried Fasco just because it was $55 a gallon back when I did it. Think they bumped it to $75 now. Been happy with the results and their customer service was quick and courteous with any questions I had. As for the glass, main...
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    1978 18ft Mariner: Getting Ready for June 2021 Splash..!!!

    Look forward to following the thread!!! Similar motivation to make memories with my wife and daughter. Since our splash, we have had a blast fishing and tubing. Nothing like cruising around on a boat you rebuilt. SHSU
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    1st boat - 1981 Starcraft SS 160

    The SELOC manual I have says there are no printed specs for exact compression measurements, but cylinders should be at least 100 psi. Also, you are correct that within 10% is generally accepted. If the engine has been sitting awhile, might be good to poor some oil into each of the cylinders...
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    1974 starcraft islander overhaul

    Bracket would depend on the shaft length of your motor. General sizes are: Short Shaft: 15 Long Shaft: 20 X- Long Shaft: 25 Measurement is from top of transom to top of the ventilation plate. Ventilation plate being in line with lowest point of stern. That should give you a fair idea on...
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    21' Holiday Rebuild

    The heavier the foam the less buoyance it will provide. In this case, don't think there is enough difference in weight other then price. SHSU
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    1988 Starcraft Mariner MR 220 V rebuild

    Now that you mention it, it is exactly like that!!! lol SHSU
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    1979 Starcraft 16’ SS Refresh

    I used Fasco epoxy for my sealing. Other big names are Total Boat and West System. Also there are recommendations to use glass if you are using epoxy to seal. I didn't, but something to take into account. SHSU
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    1966 Starcraft Holiday Interior Work

    Nice, a lot of work being done. She will look good when you get her back. SHSU
  11. SHSU

    1988 Starcraft Mariner MR 220 V rebuild

    Transom corrosion, a common theme on these old hulls. SHSU
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    1985 StarCraft Islander 221v fixer upper.

    Yep, turtleing her is the easiest all around, and like you said, good time to redo the trailer at the same time. SHSU
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    1985 StarCraft Islander 221v fixer upper.

    Reference @classiccat 's thread. He polished his 1975 18ft hull. A lot of work, but well worth it. As for paint, most use implement or rustoleum. A couple have used epoxy. A lot depends on what you want and how much work you want to put into it. Are you going to turtle her or paint on...
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    21' Holiday Rebuild

    Man it is really looking like a battleship! Looking good! SHSU
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    1966 Starcraft Holiday Interior Work

    I can't remember, what upholstery you having done? SHSU
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    21' Holiday Rebuild

    Very nice! Putting things back in is a MAJOR milestone. Soon you will be flying with flooring and such. SHSU
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    21' Holiday Rebuild

    Yep, been there. Done that. Got the T-shirt... lol When you are out on the water, you will enjoy the labor of your efforts. I had many times I thought about walking away from the project. Just didn't seem to be making progress for a long time. Things start to seem to move quickly once...
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    21' Holiday Rebuild

    Paint looks good. Hopefully over time the not priming with self etching doesn't cause an issue, but if it does you know how to replace it. I tried to get showroom finish when I first started, but am happy I settled for the look you have. We have a lot of scratches I didn't account for and...
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    1966 Starcraft Holiday Interior Work

    That looks really good. Mine I built around the idea that a single wire wouldn't kill another component. So a bad ground wouldn't kill everything. Obviously the single point of failure would be at the fuse block, but once it left everything had its own power and ground. A lot more wires and...
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    1982 16 Foot Starcraft SS Transom Rebuild

    A full sheet of 3/4 BCX, TightBond III glue, and your pick of sealer. No need to go with Marine Grade or Coosa unless you just want to spend the extra money. A properly sealed and well kept Transom will have a long life. SHSU
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