1964 Starcraft Jet Star Aluminum Runabout Project

[lakelover]

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project

IQFT.

I quit for today. I got the third coat on and again it has the dot pattern from the roller pan. I think it's the heat, it got up to 82 this afternoon.

So looks like I'll be at it again early tomorrow morning while it's cool.

Any other suggestions? Would thinning it less be a good idea?

Anyway, last coat tomorrow, I'll be out of paint and then "it is what it is".

 

[lakelover]

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project

Just drying too dang fast, it was dry to the touch 1-1/2 hours later.

 

[Woodonglass]

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project

Oh man, I just saw this. Yep, TEMPS gotcha again. Only remedy I know is EARLY MORNINGS WITH a GOOD LIGHT! I HATE Painting outside in the summertime. Sorry Man.

 

[boatguy94]

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project

Paint is looking awesome LakeLover! I really like the color that I'm seeing! Wish mine looked 1/4 as good, ohh well first try for me I guess. Keep up the great work .

 

[lakelover]

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project

Thanks, boatguy, I really like the shade of red. But frustrated again after today.

Trouble spots look like this:

I keep fantasizing about myself painting in a nice big well lit garage. No bugs or floating crap to deal with.

Should be in the 60's when I get out there tomorrow morning with the sandpaper. I also picked up 6" rollers tonight. The paint goes on so much better in the 70's or below it seems.

 

[57 starcraft]

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project & more pics

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project & more pics

]Nice job ! Good find the old starcraft are getting harder to find. I just finished a 57 starcraft speed queen. here is a couple of before and after pics

 

[lakelover]

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project & more pics

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project & more pics

Nice job, 57 starcraft. I really like that seating set up, they were so unique in those days. Welcome to the forum.

 

[lakelover]

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project & more pics

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project & more pics

The tarp comes down tomorrow!

The final coat is on!

After repairing yesterday's coat with 220 sanding, then Scotch pad, I was finished by 8:15 a.m. Again, it looks 1000% better. Pictures to follow!

The temp. when I started was 68 and up to 73 when I finished. Conclusion: Temperature makes all the difference. I think the larger 6" rollers helped too, I could do larger sections and work faster.

It's not perfect but not bad for a first time if I do say so myself. I'm glad this phase is over!!!

 

[Woodonglass]

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project & more pics

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project & more pics

From 10 ft away it's gunna look like a Piccaso!!!!! Ya Dun Rite Gud thar LL!!!!!!!! I guess! I hain't seen no pitchurs yet!

 

[KellyC]

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project & more pics

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project & more pics

Hey wood, whats that saying going around? No pics then it did not happen I believe is the correct saying

 

[lakelover]

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project & more pics

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project & more pics

From 10 ft away it's gunna look like a Piccaso!!!!! Ya Dun Rite Gud thar LL!!!!!!!! I guess! I hain't seen no pitchurs yet!

Hey wood, whats that saying going around? No pics then it did not happen I believe is the correct saying

Pictures to follow!

 

[Woodonglass]

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project & more pics

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project & more pics

Fer a REEEEETYRED Guy he shor nuff iz SLOWWWWWWWWWWWWWW wit dem dere pitchurs doncha Knowz!!! Mebee he's still gots one of dem dere Brownee Instamatics!!! and had to run and get dem pitchurs deeeveloped!:facepalm:

 

[lakelover]

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project & more pics

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project & more pics

Stay tuned, I'm workin' on 'em!

 

[lakelover]

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project & more pics

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project & more pics

OK, here you go. That red really makes all those hard-earned dents of a long life show up well!

 

[lakelover]

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project & more pics

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project & more pics

And here's that modified transom extended to accommodate the long shaft 50.

 

[Woodonglass]

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project & more pics

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project & more pics

Now, THIS is some GREAT BOAT PORN!!!!! Again, LL, Ya Dun Yerself Proud!!!!!

 

[lakelover]

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project & more pics

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project & more pics

:facepalm:

Sorry, Wood, had to stock up on my glass plates and flash powder. Then my tripod broke a leg!

 

[Woodonglass]

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project & more pics

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project & more pics

Yeah, them old Cameras, really make a guy work hard!!!!

 

[lakelover]

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project & more pics

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project & more pics

Now, THIS is some GREAT BOAT PORN!!!!! Again, LL, Ya Dun Yerself Proud!!!!!

Thanks. Would I do it again? Good question. I learned a lot about rolling paint though! Thanks for the tips & encouragement!

 

[lakelover]

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project & more pics

Re: 1964 15' Starcraft Aluminum Runabout Project & more pics

Next on to the dashboard. Was gonna go to Lowe's but now it's raining. Maybe tomorrow. I have to check a few things about my steering & controls first anyway before I move on with my plan.