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  1. MNhunter1

    I'm back with a 1994 Islander 221V!

    I installed a hoist in my garage as well, primarily for processing deer, but works great for mounting outboards as well. Didn't go to the extent of the rollers and trolley, but sure beats the 4x4s and ratchet straps across the joists I used to use. I do have storage trusses in my garage, so they...
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    1986 Starcraft Mariner Trolling motor

    I'm looking at 60" for my 18' MR180, and even questioning whether I need the 72". Personally, I'd opt to go longer. Calm water, the 47" will likely be fine, but when you're in some chop and the bow is bouncing up and down you may find the prop coming out of the water.
  3. MNhunter1

    New Journey

    Just some updates... Been plugging away here and there as time allows. Got all the plumbing for the livewell and bilge all wrapped up and the center console secured in place. Steering installed(Seastar NFB 4.2 rotary) and cable ran, just waiting to feed it through the helm until I get all my...
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    New Journey

    Posted this is the steering forum as well, but is the gap between the bezel and steering wheel normal? Seastar rotary NFB, no play in the wheel.
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    Seastar rotary NFB helm

    New Seastar rotary helm and wheel. Is the gap between the bezel and wheel normal, or should they butt up together. Nut is snug tight and there is no play in the wheel.
  6. MNhunter1

    New Fuel Line Size

    Looking to build a new fuel line/bulb from 12 gallon portable to '84 115hp TOP. 5/16" or 3/8" line recommended? Any preferred primer bulb?
  7. MNhunter1

    Free Mercury Tower of Power

    If you don't want it, I'll take it:) I could use the midsection with the newer tilt and trim. Honestly though, if you are mechanically inclined, I'd pick it up. If compression is good, you'd likely be able to get it running or could at least part it out. They might not be highly sought after...
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    New Journey

    Original design, just replaced with Starboard.
  9. MNhunter1

    New Journey

    Gunnels mocked up with some Folbe rod holders, Mate Series cup/rod holders, and Cisco tracks. Still plan to lay down another coat of paint with the Epifanes beads on the gunnel tops, so nothing is attached yet, nor has the trim been put back on. Swapped out the wooden side support/rod holders...
  10. MNhunter1

    New Journey

    Got all the thru hull fittings secured and sealed with 3M5200, bilge pump and float switch mounted, livewell pump installed, and all livewell fittings installed and sealed in the center console as well. After a 7+ day cure, I'll get the Shields 149 hoses cut to length and attached. Will finish...
  11. MNhunter1

    New Journey

    Got my flip/flop seat all finished up. Left the seat cushion unscrewed until I actually mount it in the boat so I can remove it if I need more room to secure it to the deck. This will house the 12 gallon tank and I may try to hinge the seat portion for easier access rather than just screw it in...
  12. MNhunter1

    New Journey

    Still trying to get out and lay down one more doe with my bow, but the hunting season is about wrapped up for the year and I can turn my focus back to the boat. Season was good with numbers, but not so much in the way of trophies. I picked up a new grinder, stuffer, and smoker to start doing...
  13. MNhunter1

    Trailer tongue hinge

    I may be mistaken, but I believe the bolt-on hinge is constructed of a different material than the weld-on, or at least have a zinc finish. I'm no metallurgist, but something to be mindful of.
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    1973 Starcraft SuperSport 16ft. restoration questions

    Yes, you can gang two tanks together, or just swap the fuel line from one tank to the other when the one gets low/empty. Several tanks have fuel gauges, but with the ebb/flow of these boats and the smaller tanks, I always just found it best to judge by the feel of the tank. If it is easily...
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    1973 Starcraft SuperSport 16ft. restoration questions

    I've alw I've always ran portable tanks with any outboard running mixed gas. I just like having the ability to access everything, empty tanks, swap tanks, remove tanks to fill at a local gas station without having to tow the boat there or pay the premium prices at the marinas. A 6 gallon tank...
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    1973 Starcraft SuperSport 16ft. restoration questions

    Mine is a center console, so the holes in the center are for the steering, controls, wires/cables, and livewell plumbing to run under the deck and back to the transom. This model has an aluminum tray that rivets to the stringer to hold all the cables. The livewell plumbing just rests on the...
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    1973 Starcraft SuperSport 16ft. restoration questions

    Yes, drill a hole or two and install the rivet. Only way to ensure everything stays aligned and doesn't shift if you go through and drill them all. I always start with the stringers and do the rib ends last. Put some tape or a stop collar around the bit so you don't drill them too far and hit...
  18. MNhunter1

    New Journey

    I've contemplated this approach as well. Unfortunately, my brackets are not flat on top, so I would need to somehow adjust for that, but still something I am pondering. You can see the little bump where the rod is enclosed, but I could also just grind off the welded on roller arms and use the...
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    1973 Starcraft SuperSport 16ft. restoration questions

    I would strongly suggest forgoing the existing hole locations and just drill new holes. The thought of trying to line up all those existing holes for a tight rivet fit while working with 3M5200 gives me a headache and anxiety. It's much more efficient to drill the new holes and I do not believe...
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    New Journey

    FYI - added a post in the Trailer and Towing thread, tagging here for ease of following/sharing of information: https://forums.iboats.com/threads/bunk-bracket-suggestions.769355/
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