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  1. IslandExplorer

    Is it only a matter of time for leaks?

  2. IslandExplorer

    Is it only a matter of time for leaks?

    Another great option, considering you aren't bent on bow access being optimized, is the Starcraft Islander series. Esp for looks in my opinion. Beautiful closed bow boats with a really unique and sleek look I think. Those were also available with the sharper V5 hull. A 25 foot V5 would be the...
  3. IslandExplorer

    Is it only a matter of time for leaks?

    I'd agree with the Super Sport vote, amazingly versatile and convenient layout. That bow area is not to be underestimated! Motors- Power trim and tilt, in my opinion, is an absolute necessity for boats over 14 foot. Ive gone without and eventually learned my lesson. Had a 85hp V4 Evinrude on a...
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    Is it only a matter of time for leaks?

    Supersports are great boats. Simple and sweet. A decent 70's hull could maybe be a slight advantage not having any pour in foam to water log and/or rip out if you end up opening it up to buck and or gluvit the inside. Great stuff for stopping as well as preventing leaks in a riveted hull. I...
  5. IslandExplorer

    Crank driven vs block mounted raw water pump pros/cons

    These are some snapshots of a Chief 25 moving at speed. Looks like this part of the hull stays submerged at higher speeds but hard to be sure.. Time will tell.
  6. IslandExplorer

    1974 Chieftain 25 "Adventurer" Restoration

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    1974 Chieftain 25 "Adventurer" Restoration

    Cut a lil slab of leftover teak, made some gaskets and a big plastic washer, and got the raw water intake installed last night finally. It is a 1 piece stainless unit for maximum impact and abrasion durability. (The marelon fitting I almost used felt flimsy and just wrong.) I believe I installed...
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    Crank driven vs block mounted raw water pump pros/cons

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    Crank driven vs block mounted raw water pump pros/cons

    Got the raw water intake mostly installed, still waiting on the SS ball valve and a few things. Hoping this location works out. Looking at the few photos Ive ever found of a V8 Chieftain 25 at speed- this area appears to stay submerged. This was as low/as close to center as I could get it...
  10. IslandExplorer

    Crank driven vs block mounted raw water pump pros/cons

    Hopefully the strainer isn't big enough to be too much of a problem, I'll post up some pics of the setup once the parts arrive later today.
  11. IslandExplorer

    Crank driven vs block mounted raw water pump pros/cons

    Alright, so I almost went with the external pickup tube but ultimately decided against it. The 90° turn through the hull preventing easy up down adjustment could be countered with mods but then the conventional clamshell strainer cover just seemed more simple and probably better for durability...
  12. IslandExplorer

    Crank driven vs block mounted raw water pump pros/cons

    Hmm, I do agree with it just not feeling right and I keep wanting anything but plastic too. Definitely cruise shallows. Seems like it is bound to bump something eventually.. Wondered how bad a stainless scoop would be. Could trust it like it was brass and it could have a valve. Locating it way...
  13. IslandExplorer

    Crank driven vs block mounted raw water pump pros/cons

    I don't think I can do brass with my aluminum hull.
  14. IslandExplorer

    Crank driven vs block mounted raw water pump pros/cons

  15. IslandExplorer

    Crank driven vs block mounted raw water pump pros/cons

    Hey, back to this cooling system again. Trying to decide placement of this ~ 1 1/4 maralon thru hull pickup for the F6B9 pump to draw from. It is a 25 foot riveted Starcraft aluminum hull with cabin but still fairly light with a single 5.0 V8 mercruiser 188 motor. I have the sea strainer inbound...
  16. IslandExplorer

    Frogs, Lizards and Wasps

    Whoah, 2 feet! I thought they only went just past the surface. I need to put an end to my carpenter bees too apparently then for sure. The bees have been extra bad this year in RI. Stung in the face doing an AC install this past Friday. No warning, right to stinging. The bastards are extra...
  17. IslandExplorer

    1974 Chieftain 25 "Adventurer" Restoration

  18. IslandExplorer

    1974 Chieftain 25 "Adventurer" Restoration

  19. IslandExplorer

    1974 Chieftain 25 "Adventurer" Restoration

  20. IslandExplorer

    1974 Chieftain 25 "Adventurer" Restoration

    Got the starboard 60 gallon tank back in and securely strapped in place, hopefully will get the port tank in this evening maybe. Had to use 90° preformed elbows on the filler pipe but it all came together just great. Will be time to do more exciting things like the engine bay and reassemble the...
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