1962 18' Starcraft Questions

bckress · May 14, 2011

I am a first time owner of a 1962 18' Starcraft. This is my first boat restoration project. I am wondering if anyone can help me find out what the model name is? I've done google searches and looked on here, but I can't seem to find my boat. I will post pictures when I can take the tarp off when the rain stops. Anyone else out there ever restored an 18' 1962 Starcraft? Any hints or tips? How about buying a nice cover for it? Any suggestions? Much appreciated. Thank you!

Woodonglass · May 14, 2011

Re: 1962 18' Starcraft Questions

Welcome to iBoats!!

Check out www.Fiberglassics.com they might have your boat listed.
Covers can be bought right here on iBoats

Bob_VT · May 14, 2011

Re: 1962 18' Starcraft Questions

Well..... as a start....a description? A photo? what is is made of?

Here is a link to brochures that have been collected and are available to look at http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=349830

bckress · May 14, 2011

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It's aluminum. I've been looking on Fiberclassics.com (thanks WoodOnGlass) and it appears that Starcraft didn't produce any boats in 1962??? I bought this from an older gentleman (80+) down the street. I am starting to think it might be a 1961 Jupiter. It has been sitting outside for at least 6 years...that I know of. It has a 50hp 1973 Johnson (that I haven't tested yet) but he did say it runs. He also told me the trailer folds in half? I've never heard of that before. I am very new to all of this, and VERY excited to get working on it. I am planning on gutting the entire thing and power washing the exterior to get it down to the bare metal.

bckress · May 14, 2011

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I will post photos as soon as the rain stops

bckress · May 14, 2011

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This picture is the closest I've seen on the internet that looks like mine.

This is a 1961 18' Starcraft Holiday
https://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/shIl47lwTiwqAyunhH89ep_ha2T-SY7lWsw9AVGJ_vg?feat=directlink

I did receive the title when I purchased the boat from him and on there is states a 1962 Starcraft but doesn't mention model name.

bananaboater · May 14, 2011

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Welcome. You will be surprised how quickly your SC gets identified after you post pics. Re the folding trailer. It is probably hinged near the middle to allow for easier launching in the absence of a ramp. It lets the stern of the boat lower into the water and float. Mine has it but I have never used it. Be sure the locking mechanism is working well and check it often. Good luck as you proceed.

bckress · May 15, 2011

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I finally have pictures to show. Please let me know if you have any idea what the model name is?

https://picasaweb.google.com/brad.kressin/Starcraft?authkey=Gv1sRgCJGE56-ukOeOUA&feat=directlink

Thank you!
-Brad

starcrafter65 · May 15, 2011

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We have a winner...as most people know - the Starcraft 18' Holiday is one of the greatest boats to restore!!!

http://www.flickr.com/photos/starcraftbrochures/4252537158/in/set-72157623155879194

bckress · May 15, 2011

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Thank you very much for identifying it. Today I started gutting it. I pretty much just need to take out the metal seat bases, the flooring and the back storage cabinet.

Here are the pictures from today:
https://picasaweb.google.com/brad.k...authkey=Gv1sRgCPWhxYHCgYn-2wE&feat=directlink

I am pretty excited to get going on this. Yesterday I had the "why did I buy this thing" moment. Today I am ready for the work. AND knowing that it is a good boat to restore, that makes me feel even better about it. I'll keep posting pictures as I work on it. Thanks again!

Huron Angler · May 15, 2011

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Welcome to the Starcraft fleet bckress, that's a nice old Holiday there, I think starcrafter65 is right.

BTW it says that it's rated for 25-100hp, I'd say you could go up to 120 easily since that rating is so old. They probably did not make any motors putting out over 100hp in '62 so went with that as a benchmark for that reason.

They are nice boats, and at 18'6" and high sides plenty of room to work with. Good luck to ya

bckress · May 15, 2011

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I just looked at your boat! Wow, that turned out really nice. Can I ask you a few questions?

How did you get it down to the metal. Yours looks great!!!

What did you do for steering? I found this:

http://www.lowcostboatingstore.com/...e-9-ft-to-20-ft-with-STEERING-WHEEL_p_19.html

Would this work for this boat?

What should I do about a replacement windshield? Any ideas?

Thank you!!!

bckress · May 15, 2011

Re: 1962 18' Starcraft Questions

One more thing I forgot to ask. What did you use (or recommend) for a shift box?

Thank you!

CBGale2 · May 15, 2011

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Welcome to the forum BC, that is a really cool old Holiday you've got there.

If you go to teleflex's website they have instructions on how to measure for the proper length steering cable, ya want it pretty close cause there isnt alot of give to the cable and you want to keep the bends of the cable to a minimum. I converted my Falcon over from the old pulley system last year and it was pretty easy to do. The only other thing to consider is how it links up to the motor. If you're going to use a more modern motor its simple, some of the older ones get a little tricky but we can walk ya through what you need. If you look at my Falcon project in my siggy you can see my setup I did for an older motor.

The windshield might be a challenge. If its not all cracked up Ive read others having some sucess using a polish that can help clean them up, someone else may have to chime in regarding that, I dont recall the product.

CBGale2 · May 15, 2011