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    1978 Starcraft Mariner - Complete

    So I have finally completed 90% of my restauration, just a couple more minor things to go, but the main thing is, IT"S SEA WORTHY. Please find enclosed some pics of the restored Mariner. Pretty much everything has been replaced. Lots of time and patience to say the least. Thanks again...
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    Installing Floor question

    I am ready to install the new floor. The wood has been sealed completely with several costs of resin. My question is this. After drilling the hole for the rivet. What does everyone use to reseal the floor? 3M 5200 or just regular marine caulking? Thanks in advance. Wayne (Starcrazy)...
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    Insulation question - Rigid or spray foam? Starcraft Mariner- Answers appreciated

    :confused: and :mad: Question is this, sprayed in low density foam or rigid pink insulation? Here is the situation in point form, sort of long, but the question still remains the same. -Rebuilding 1978 Strarcraft Mariner 18' -Went to a boat show, showed pics of the boat and explained my...
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    Paint Dry Time in order to flip boat back on trailer?

    My question is this: After applying the final coat of paint to the boat, how long do you wait to flip her back over and lay her back on the trailer? Couple of days? Week? I am not sure so I thought I would ask. Pics will follow shortly, on 1978 CC starcraft rebuilt Thanks Starcrazy
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    TIP - Regarding removing Rivets between limbers (Aluminum boat)

    Like anyone else here, I have done lots of research on how everyone has removed the remaining rivets between the limbers of there boat. Some have tried washing them thru the limbers themselves, others have tried to blow them thru from one end to the other using a compressor. And like everyone...
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    Floor Material Question - Nautolex

    My question is regarding Nautolex flooring. I was wondering how well this material holds up in the cold. I plan on using my boat for hunting / fishing, and was curious how well this material will hold up. Secondly do I want the knit backed flooring or the nonwoven type? looking at getting...
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    Primer Question - For Transom

    Hi everyone, I have just a quick question regarding primer paint everyoned has used on there transoms. I have given the transom 2 coats of resin and would like to give it a quick primer before installing it. Any thoughts would be appreciated. Background: First major project boat, 1978 CC...
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    Transom / Floor question

    Like many others here on this site, this is my first time restoring a boat, and like everyone else, I have done my research and I would like to thank everyone for posting up there restos, tips and hints. This site has endless amount of knowledge, it's awesome. So here is my question Marine...
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    18' starcraft CC Rebuild - 1978

    Ok, I finally have made some time to upload some pictures of the my rebuild. This will be in my opinion a total rebuilt. Replace the necessary rivets, floor, paint and motor. Unfortunatly at this point, it isn't very far along. But I do now have some insentive to get her done. The motor has...
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    What's it worth? 1978 Mercury - 90 hp

    Over the summer I had purchased a starcraft mariner, it came with a 90 hp 1978 mercury outboard. Being I am not mechanically inclined, I have decided to repower the boat with something newer and more reliable. So curious what the whole outboard setup would be worth. Motor, cable, throtle...
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    Rivets - Replacement and Size - 18' Mariner

    Let me introduce myself, my name is Wayne(starcrazy) and am relatively new to the forum. I have been looking over the forums like crazy and it has a wealth of knowledge here. I love it.... I resently purchased a 1978 18' Starcraft CC Mariner. I know, I know I need to start posting the rebuilt...
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    4.5 Johnson Outboard - Power Question

    Motor ? 4.5 Johnson Outboard Model ? J5RHCNR Serial # C8142952 I believe it?s a 1985 Hi everyone, relatively new to the forum, but I have a question regarding my 4.5 Johnson. I just recently purchased it, it seemed to be a good deal and of course, myself not knowing much about them, I...
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    HVLP gravity feed spray gun Recomendation

    At some point I am going to start the restoration of my 78 mariner, I know I am putting the cart before the horse on this question, but the sprayer is currently on sale. Has anyone used a HVLP gravity feed spray gun to paint there aluminum boat. Kit consist of 34 pieces for $60 Thanks Wayne
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    1975 Starcraft Mariner 18'

    Re: 1975 Starcraft Mariner 18' Newbie here, just checking things out, especially since, I just purchased a 1978, 18' starcraft mariner. I purchased it in the states and brought it to Ontario. My hat is off to you, great job and nice to see that you have lots of patience on the construction...
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    New starcraft owner question

    Hi everyone, I am the proud owner of a 1978 starcraft, 18' Aluminum Could someone please tell me what type of starcraft this is. I hope the one picture shows enough detail. Going to rebuild it and use it as a fishing, slash duck hunting boat in the end. Going to start the project over the...
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