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  1. MNhunter1

    Help with model ?

    Sounds like my type of party 😎
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    Help with model ?

    Looks like a Mercury outboard and Shoreland'r trailer which both fit the era. Either a 70's/early 80's Starcraft SS/Holiday, or a Sylvan as mentioned. I agree with the livewell drain, not often seen on the Starcrafts of that era, but could have been an add on or rare option as well. Likely a...
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    1974 Starcraft 21’ Holiday

    I've used the JB water weld and it works good. When I have a lot of holes to cover over flat surfaces, I tend to lean towards MarineTex and tape up the topside/visible side of the hole with some wax paper to reduce the amount of sanding needed. The JB you can grab and use as "kneaded" (see what...
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    Shoreland'r Rebuild

    Poly roller replacements are on the radar. The existing black rollers are still in good shape, so I figured I'd roll (no pun intended) with those for the time being. Between all the new hardware, hubs, fenders, rims/tires, etc., I decided to save the Benjamin for higher priorities. The ones on...
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    Shoreland'r Rebuild

    Yeah, galvanized or aluminum would be my choice, but this one came with the boat and the bones were still good for a rebuild. It lasted 40 years, so I should be able to get a few more out of it with the refresh, fresh water use, and garage storage. I went back and forth on the radials vs bias...
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    New Journey

    Update on the trailer rebuild thread (linked below in signature), and a little more fishing with the boys over the weekend while the second patch of paint was curing. Took a little weekend trip with the family over to WI.
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    Shoreland'r Rebuild

    Update - 2nd round of paint for all the "littles" is complete and new hardware/components on hand for reassembly!
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    Forgot password

    Welcome back!
  9. MNhunter1

    '67 Holiday 18' - Make it Usable

    All my boats have sat much longer than I had planned as they await the various steps of the rebuild. I use to get all stressed on the progress and completion, but I now just view it as a hobby. Life gets busy and I see these days with my kids/family as time I'll never get back. Just keep making...
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    1997 Mirrocraft 18' aluminum fish n ski

    I've got the same issue with mine, but not sure exactly where the skeg will fall until I mount up the motor. The original motor would sit right on the ground depending on how the jack stand was adjusted. I upsized my tires and may replace my 4" rollers with 5" rollers, so hopefully it'll give me...
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    1974 Starcraft 21’ Holiday

    Great work! Of note, the heads of the solids might give you fits when you go to reinstall the trim. Might want to give it a test run beforehand just to make sure you have enough clearance. The heads of the blinds don't sit quite as proud, but I also recall having enough clearance on my 16SS when...
  12. MNhunter1

    Shoreline Trailer Highlander Series

    My bad, I guess I just read it as Shoreland'r.
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    1968 Starcraft Chieftain 21

    Check out the Starcraft forum as well. Lots of Starcraft specific information, knowledge, and restorations including several other Chieftains: https://forums.iboats.com/forum/starcraft-boats.131/
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    Shoreline Trailer Highlander Series

    Do you have the VIN number? I was able to call Shoreland'r and leave a message and someone emailed back with the information. PM me and I can provide the contact information of the individual who assisted me. They don't make it easy to get in touch with someone outside the local dealers.
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    New Journey

    Got the bulk of the trailer painted this weekend (pics over in the trailer forum) and managed to get the kids out for a little fishing in between coats...
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    Shoreland'r Rebuild

    Got some paint laid down this weekend. Still have some smalls like the winch post and roller brackets to finish, but the heavy lift is done!
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    Shoreland'r Rebuild

    This was a 12 roller trailer, with two sets of four in the back and 2 each on each side in the front, along with the keel rollers. I'm keeping the 8 rear rollers, but replacing the front roller with short bunks. Keeping the keel rollers as well. Apparently, the model numbers back in the day...
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    Shoreland'r Rebuild

    The hubs I ordered came with single lip grease seals and I ordered some Bearing Buddy double lip replacements. The replacement seals are the correct I.D. and O.D., but slightly thinner in width than the originals. Do I press them down in the hub a bit(leaving a slight lip) to sit against the...
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    196X Starcraft Mariner 16

    To be honest, the trailer looks like its in pretty rough shape based on the pictures. I'd start by stripping those rusted side guides and raw wood off, as well as that makeshift wood cross member for the transom support. Your rear rollers should really be aligned with the transom as that is...
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    New Journey

    Trailer work continues... Just adding a link to my Shoreland'r Trailer Rebuild for cross reference here.
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