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IslandExplorer reacted to 1975oday22's post in the thread 1974 Chieftain 25 "Adventurer" Restoration with Like.

glad to hear you are getting a beast ... lol glad that your keeping your baby. next year hopefully we see her splash! cheers

Oct 25, 2025
IslandExplorer reacted to 66Holiday924's post in the thread 1978 Islander 22 I/O with Like.

I decided early on that this boat will accommodate those who sit while they pee. It might seem like I'm getting ahead of myself, but I...

Oct 25, 2025
IslandExplorer reacted to 66Holiday924's post in the thread 1978 Islander 22 I/O with Like.

Next, I installed my natural ventilation and aluminum floor framing. Natural ventilation is mandated by the coast guard. I believe...

Oct 25, 2025
IslandExplorer reacted to 66Holiday924's post in the thread 1978 Islander 22 I/O with Like.

The cabin framing wood all seemed solid except the front piece, directly under the front cabin window. So, I rebuilt that with a piece...

Oct 25, 2025
IslandExplorer reacted to 66Holiday924's post in the thread 1978 Islander 22 I/O with Like.

I decided that I want the weight of the batteries to help balance out the boat and as of now I'm planning on four batteries, two for the...

Oct 25, 2025
IslandExplorer reacted to 66Holiday924's post in the thread 1978 Islander 22 I/O with Like.

I've been getting some work done on the Islander and I'm about a month behind on my updates. My work has been kind of spread, so I'm...

Oct 25, 2025
IslandExplorer replied to the thread Anchoring a Starcraft Islander 191V.

The anchoring lanyard tied to your bow eye as mentioned above is what I did all the time with my Starchief as well. Works great and is...

Oct 23, 2025
IslandExplorer replied to the thread 1974 Chieftain 25 "Adventurer" Restoration.

Work halted, no splash this year- station wagon tow vehicle and GMC 1500 4x4 tow vehicle both went down. Wagon needs major rust and...

Oct 23, 2025
IslandExplorer reacted to airshot's post in the thread Anchoring a Starcraft Islander 191V with Like.

Add a couple eyes, one in front and one in the rear. Make a large loop of rope that goes thru both eyes with little play. Now you have...

Oct 23, 2025
IslandExplorer reacted to cyclops222's post in the thread Anchoring a Starcraft Islander 191V with Like.

I bought a small winch with a remote key FOB as a option. Logic being I could use either the push button control. Or the wireless FOB...

Oct 23, 2025
IslandExplorer reacted to redneck joe's post in the thread Anchoring a Starcraft Islander 191V with Like.

This seems very sensible I don't want to mounted on the bow. This ain't too bad...

Oct 23, 2025
IslandExplorer reacted to cyclops222's post in the thread Anchoring a Starcraft Islander 191V with Like.

Take a well built person on all times when boating. Owners and old captains DO NOT do any anchoring !!!! Great wa to find out...

Oct 23, 2025
IslandExplorer reacted to arks's post in the thread Anchoring a Starcraft Islander 191V with Like.

Here’s a screenshot from a similar discussion a few years back, courtesy of ESGWheel. Basically, attach a line from your bow eye to the...

Oct 23, 2025
IslandExplorer reacted to Scott Danforth's post in the thread Anchoring a Starcraft Islander 191V with Like.

Never anchor off the stern Look into an anchor chute and a powered anchor windlass or drum winch

Oct 23, 2025
IslandExplorer replied to the thread 1974 Chieftain 25 "Adventurer" Restoration.

Thanks! It's been a long, winding, sometimes dark road- but it's still moving ahead. Should have the deck hatches all hinged and painted...

Sep 17, 2025

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