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  1. wrfalpacas

    New Steam Launch Construction

    Well, last winter it was the restoration of two nice starcraft boats. I wanted something a little different this year, so I decided to combine my two hobbies (steam engines and boats). Here goes nothing :) Hull: 1940 Tregoning Boat Co. Steel Rivited Lifeboat (EX US Navy) Needs a little...
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    1968 mercruiser 120 bogs down

    Hi All, Finally getting ready to splash my boat, but my newly rebuilt engine bogs down if i advance the throttle or high speed idle fast. I can get it up to approx 2000 rpm thats it. new points (gap .022, new fuel pump. (fuel in the carb bowl) and carb rebuilt by a pro mechanic. Tried to...
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    Proper full throttle rpm for a 1956 lark 30 hp

    Hello, I got my boat and motor finished, it's a 1957 Starcraft SkiChamp 14' aluminum I restored with a 1956 Evinrude Lark 30 hp that I re-built. I recently had it at Webster Lake in Indiana at the AOMCI MOB meet. She would make 20 mph at 3100 rpm via tiny tach with the prop that came with the...
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    Duplicating an old Starcraft Logo

    Here is a quick Step by Step on Duplicating a 3-d Starcraft Resin Logo Here is the scoop on the casting. Step one, mount your original to a flat surface and clean up it's flaws as best you can Step two, build a mold box and pour in your silicone mold mix Now you have a negative flexible mold...
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    1957 Starcraft Ski Champ Restoration

    FYI: I have a resto going on for a 57 Starcraft Ski Champ at : http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=352569 Comments and Suggestions are welcome, Especially in dealing with/preserving wood with some rot in it. I don't want to replace all the wood like I did in the Starchief, as I am...
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    What Size or # Test wheel for 30 hp Lark?

    What test wheel do I want for my 30 hp 1956 Evinrude Lark?
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    looking for 1950's Remote start and choke button dash plate

    Anyone know where to find repro remote start and choke buttons and the dash plate for them? I have a 56 lark and am mounting it on a 57 Starcraft SkiChamp
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    tashasdaddy fuel pump conversion confusion

    Ok, So I was reading tashasdaddys sticky, and it said to use fuel pump part # 18-7351 BUT IT IS LISTED FOR 9-15 HP, AND I AM WORKING ON A 1956 30 HP LARK. IS THAT STILL THE SAME SIZE PUMP, OR WILL I BE STARVING MY ENGINE FOR GAS:confused:
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    1957 35 hp Big Twin - Good Motor to Purchase?

    I have an option to buy a 1957 Big Twin, that "was running when I put it away" for $250. Is this a decent motor? I am looking for a period motor for my 57 starcraft ski champ http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=352569 I have a 56 lark, also needing a restoration, but am having a hard...
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    looking for Johnson CD-10 1954 5.5 hp parts drawings

    I just picked up a non running 54 Johnson 5.5 hp Model CD-10 and I am looking for a parts diagram, as I am missing some pieces and need to know what they are called. I am also looking for an owners/operators manual and service manual. Thanks!
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    1957 Starcraft Ski Champ Restoration

    Look what followed me home! A 1957 14' Starcraft Ski Champ and original trailer. I also just picked up a 1956 Evinrude Lark 30 hp electric start engine for it. Just what I need, another project boat! SWMBO thinks I am nuts! here are plenty of photos for you to look at:
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    1957 Starcraft Ski Champ Restoration

    Look what followed me home! A 1957 14' Starcraft Ski Champ and original trailer. I also just picked up a 1956 Evinrude Lark 30 hp electric start engine for it. Just what I need, another project boat! SWMBO thinks I am nuts! here are plenty of photos for you to look at...
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    Evinrude Lark conversion to fuel pump?

    I am getting a 57 starcraft runabout that needs an engine, and I found a mid 50's Lark (30-35hp) for $200 and I was wondering how costly and hard it would be to convert it to use a standard tank?
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    Aluminum Boat wiring question

    Did anyone use the hull as ground when running wires? Or do You run a seperate ground back to the battery for each item. ie: bow light, 1 wire from it or two?
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    Do I or Don't I buy this, What do You guys think

    It's a sickness, saw this 57 starcraft for sale, I can get it for 425 + 250 for a shipper to deliver it, I will need a vintage short shaft motor and controls as well as a pulley steering system. I am guessing it had a windshield at one time too. What do you guys think, is it worth it?
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    Securing a Pedastal Seat to a wood deck

    What is the best wat to secure my pedastal helm seats to the wood deck on my starcraft resto? I have a 1-3/8" thick wood deck in the reinforced seat locations and 9" Dia 6 bolt hole Pedastals. I was thinking 1-1/2" Stainless Lag screws with 5200 Marine Adhesive in the holes to seal them and...
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    1968 mercruiser 120 single lever control question

    I am rebuilding my side mount control hosing and replacing the 2 cables and I cannot find a replacement the shift interconnect switch (is that what it is called? and does anyone know where to get a replacement):confused:. I am talking about the wire that comes from the shift and throttle...
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    Exterior wood finish

    Ok, I am getting ready to finish the back (exposed) wall of my cuddy cabin (Baltic Birch Cabinet Plywood) and am trying to decide on a finish. Do I use a clear urithane, spar varnih, thompsons water seal? WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO PROTECT IT FROM ROT AND WATER DAMAGE, YET GIVE A NICE, SUN AND...
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    Prop size and pitch for 1968 120hp mercruiser I/O

    What was the original prop size / best choice for my 1968 starcraft starcheif aluminum cuddy cabin? It has a 120 hp mercruiser I/O 2.5L GM engine. Thanks for your help!
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    Any tips on a Mercruiser/OMC 120 engine rebuild?

    Ok, So I have 2 engines, a 68 2.5L mercruiser and a 71 2.5L OMC. The mercruiser has a welded crack repair in the block, and smokes. The OMC is what I was going to replace it with. Question 1: Do I need to get a reman head with hardened valves and seats for unleaded gas or have the head...
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