1968 StarCraft Holiday restoration

[jdvasher]

I was thinking you may have had an older dog eared prop that came on the 4cyl motors of the era but that one does have some cupping but the rake is pretty tame.

The pic is of a Turning Point Hustler, a good priced AL prop that has all the SS features, substantial cupping, aggressive rake and hub venting. The rake is so that I had to alter the trim tab anode with a belt sander LOL. It's a 19p on my SS with the 115HP, the Chief I have a Quicksilver Black Diamond but it's like a 23 or 24p.

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Thanks, this is exactly the type of info I was hoping for. I'll pick up one of these and report back.

 

[jdvasher]

I ordered the Turning Point Hustler and was surprised is arrived the very next day. I installed it but was not able to get back out on the water until the other day. out of the hole, It felt identical to the old prop however I still noticed the same thing where there just wasn't anything after 4500. the really odd thing was it felt slower, much slower. I used my GPS and was averaging 30 mph at 4800 which was around 8-9 mph loss and 33% slip. since I cannot control the depth of the drive in the water I guess I am limited in what I can do about the slip. Anyone have thoughts on this?

 

[66Holiday924]

I haven't really been on iBoats much in the last year or two, just getting caught up on your build.

Outstanding! This is definitely one of the best builds I've seen on here!

 

[jdvasher]

I haven't really been on iBoats much in the last year or two, just getting caught up on your build.

Outstanding! This is definitely one of the best builds I've seen on here!

Thank you sir. I have put an incredible amount of love into this old girl.

 

[jdvasher]

Put together a little video of the project from start to finish if anyone would like to check it out.

 

[MNhunter1]

Nice work @jdvasher!

 

[classiccat]

love the vid! it really pulls this awesome build together!

 

[jdvasher]

I am at a complete loss for words right now. Totally devastated.

 

[Moserkr]

I am at a complete loss for words right now. Completely devastated.

NNNOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! So sorry JD. So so sorry…. .

 

[jdvasher]

Do not know the full extent of the damage. Honestly I can't even look at it right now....

 

[jdvasher]

Insult to injury, I just rebuilt that snowmobile trailer in the background and was supposed to be going north next weekend. That was taken out too....

 

[Moserkr]

That is heart breaking. Let your mind clear before digging in. If the hull isnt punctured or folded she may be salvageable, but that looks like a hard hit. Sorry to see that happen. Cant imagine how you’re feeling. Will pray for the best.

 

[jdvasher]

That is heart breaking. Let your mind clear before digging in. If the hull isnt punctured or folded she may be salvageable, but that looks like a hard hit. Sorry to see that happen. Cant imagine how you’re feeling. Will pray for the best.

Thanks Moserkr. There probably aren't too many people that would understand what I'm going through outside of this group.

 

[BWR1953]

OH NO!!

That is absolutely awful! My condolences.

 

[jdvasher]

After getting the tree pulled out it pretty clear that its a complete loss. The underside is badly buckled and the hull has a pretty severe twist now. not sure what to do at the point.

 

[renns]

I'm so sorry to see these pics. What an incredible shame after all that work.

 

[Moserkr]

She was a beautiful boat and will be remembered. Your kids faces say it all too. Sad to see that the damage is beyond repair. That twist is bad and I can only imagine how bad the bottom looks from being pinned to the trailer. Looks like the motor was saved by the cross beam along the transom that snapped.

Going forward, I would be looking for a new hull in good shape. The amount of time you put into her is irreplaceable, but so much work is already done and could be transferred. Was it insured? That would help offset the cost to rebuild but either way, thats what my plan would be. If I didnt live across the country, Id gladly help you as would many other guys on the forum.

 

[jdvasher]

She was a beautiful boat and will be remembered. Your kids faces say it all too. Sad to see that the damage is beyond repair. That twist is bad and I can only imagine how bad the bottom looks from being pinned to the trailer. Looks like the motor was saved by the cross beam along the transom that snapped.

Going forward, I would be looking for a new hull in good shape. The amount of time you put into her is irreplaceable, but so much work is already done and could be transferred. Was it insured? That would help offset the cost to rebuild but either way, thats what my plan would be. If I didnt live across the country, Id gladly help you as would many other guys on the forum.

I think you are right. I'm going to take my time and find the best hull I can. hopefully I can find one that has been stowed away in a barn most of its life and little to no dings. Its still going to be a tremendous amount of work.

 

[Watermann]

Talk about a crying shame, makes me feel a bit sick to my stomach to see the pics and knowing how much hard work as well as heart that went into your holly.

 

[BOYS & TOYS]

Such a shame terrible news