Bald Eagle Jones
Seaman Apprentice
- Joined
- Jun 27, 2013
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- 30
Hi folks....I need a sanity check from those that have been there and done that.
I recently picked up a 1986 StarCraft Islander 221 that needs to be rebuilt and repowered. I like the aluminum hull as I can make the necessary repairs, turn it into whatever I want (and layout I want - cruiser), light weight for trailering, light weight for sand bar hopping and light weight for fuel consumption. Prior to really getting into the project, I put together a quick budget (just to see where things would fall) and was surprised as to where it ended up - $35-$40K!!!!! I attached the breakdown below. Can this be right? Am I missing something? Are my numbers close? For the cost of a rebuilt 1986 StarCraft with new motor and trailer, and all my time, I could easily pick up a used fiberglass walkaround ready go with a few hundred hours on the motor....for possibly less money. Obviously they are more weight and the seating arrangement will not be exactly what I want.
Anyone have any comments, suggestions, encouragement??? Not sure what to do...
I recently picked up a 1986 StarCraft Islander 221 that needs to be rebuilt and repowered. I like the aluminum hull as I can make the necessary repairs, turn it into whatever I want (and layout I want - cruiser), light weight for trailering, light weight for sand bar hopping and light weight for fuel consumption. Prior to really getting into the project, I put together a quick budget (just to see where things would fall) and was surprised as to where it ended up - $35-$40K!!!!! I attached the breakdown below. Can this be right? Am I missing something? Are my numbers close? For the cost of a rebuilt 1986 StarCraft with new motor and trailer, and all my time, I could easily pick up a used fiberglass walkaround ready go with a few hundred hours on the motor....for possibly less money. Obviously they are more weight and the seating arrangement will not be exactly what I want.
Anyone have any comments, suggestions, encouragement??? Not sure what to do...