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  1. Berdink

    '67 Holiday 18' - Make it Usable

    Was out on the Columbia and saw a few StarCrafts. To me it's like spotting a nice classic car.
  2. Berdink

    '67 Holiday 18' - Make it Usable

    I have had my boat out a few more times. The motor, although being a 1985 motor is running beautiful and the shop said it has good compression. But really, what's the point in buying a newer expensive boat. I can understand a newer motor, but the boat itself, I can't see what I would gain over...
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    '67 Holiday 18' - Make it Usable

    And we caught some trout. So it was a really good day. I'm feeling pretty good for never owning a boat before and that so far things have went good. Although, at the dock I asked my friends, am I missing anything. The teenager - (my friend's grandson) spoke up and said, isn't there a plug that...
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    '67 Holiday 18' - Make it Usable

    Took her out to the lake today. Only my second time out with her.
  5. Berdink

    Towing 18 foot StarCraft.

    Thanks everyone.
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    Towing 18 foot StarCraft.

    I did find this thread: https://forums.iboats.com/threads/towing-weights-of-fiberglass-boats-vs-aluminum-boats-using-a-ford-ranger.615591/
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    Towing 18 foot StarCraft.

    Would a 3rd generation Ford Ranger (1998-2011) with a 3.0l V6 tow a 1967 18 foot aluminum StarCraft safely. The boat has a 75hp Suzuki. My searching I've come up with everything with trailer is still under 2500lbs. Just looking to see if any tow with their Tacoma or Ranger. . I've posted a...
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    1968 StarCraft Holiday restoration

    I Love dark blue. Looking good!
  9. Berdink

    '67 Holiday 18' - Make it Usable

    Thanks for the help. New propeller should be here Friday. I did some searching on a 2-cycle oil and went with this...
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    '67 Holiday 18' - Make it Usable

    Thanks for pointing me in the right direction. I'm so happy the boat gave me no issues, and the motor runs so nice. Hopefully the new prop eliminates the vibration.
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    '67 Holiday 18' - Make it Usable

    Yeah, the local shop wants $250 new and $100 to $150 used - depending on condition. . I took the prop off today and the shaft feels nice and tight in the lower unit - no play at all. But the prop has some play on the shaft itself - the fit is somewhat loose. . I guess I have a 13-1/2 diameter by...
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    '67 Holiday 18' - Make it Usable

    I know nothing about boats and outboards. Thanks guys, I'll see what the local shop thinks. I'll post back what they recommend.
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    '67 Holiday 18' - Make it Usable

    I'm thinking less strain for the motor will help the motor last longer.
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    '67 Holiday 18' - Make it Usable

    Oops, I meant to include a picture.
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    '67 Holiday 18' - Make it Usable

    Regarding my propeller having a chunk broken off, I'm thinking I should get a new one because if it is vibrating from being out of balance, that could be hard on the lower unit. So, I don't care to go fast, so would a smaller prop, or less pitch be a good idea to lessen the load on the motor?
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    '67 Holiday 18' - Make it Usable

    Thank you! I'll temporarily disconnect everything except the motor for now, and make sure it is directly connected to hot and ground. For the daylight use I plan on using it for this summer, I only need the motor.
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    '67 Holiday 18' - Make it Usable

    Thanks, So, I should probably create a main ground wire to the fuse block under the dash that runs back to the negative post on my battery, correct?
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    '67 Holiday 18' - Make it Usable

    It was really fun taking her out for my first time. I didn't find any leaks. We stayed out anchored for at least 5 hours. . I did notice a weird electrical short where if you grab two different pieces of metal on the boat you get a little itchy type sting. I do plan on going through the wiring...
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    '67 Holiday 18' - Make it Usable

    yeah, looking at these pics, I can see the Suzuki doesn't have as steady of a stream as the mercury. The Suzuki needs to be deeper in water.
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    '67 Holiday 18' - Make it Usable

    Thanks for that. Yes, the barrel was clear full. That's after I turned it off. I need to raise the barrel some. But yes, I do appreciate advice.
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