1976 22' Starcraft Islander Rebuild

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Re: 1976 22' Starcraft Islander Rebuild

Option #2 follows the line "parrallel" to the top of the boat.
 
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Re: 1976 22' Starcraft Islander Rebuild

jasoutside said:
I think I like them both for different reasons so I'm pretty torn actually.

What do you guys like?
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I like #1 better, just looks to flow with the boat lines better to me. Though, it's hard to tell and could just be the camera angle as the pics are from different angles.
 
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Re: 1976 22' Starcraft Islander Rebuild

See why it is a tuff choice. I like option 1 a little better. They appear to go a little further back on the gunwales & the lines appear sleeker to me. Plus the added strength & durability of s/s. And wow, love your lady's ride.:thumb:
 
dozerII

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Re: 1976 22' Starcraft Islander Rebuild

#1 as well, it looks like it follows the lines better.
 
jasoutside

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Re: 1976 22' Starcraft Islander Rebuild

Yup, you guys are basically seeing the advantages to each that I'm seeing, and yup, I'm still torn between the two.

I kinda like the first one as it's longer, it seems to fit the boat better being bigger - sorta. I'm not particularly fond of how it terminates. I kinda wish it would terminate like the second one by getting that down turn. I wish they made a 60 degree elbow as I could cut the last chunk off and then simply fit it. It doesn't look like anybody makes a 60 deg elbow though. I ESPECIALLY like that it's stainless steel! Way beefy which would be great for kids grabbing n stuff.

I like the second cuz there are less fittings I need to buy (that stuff really adds up) and I do like the termination. I don't like that it's alum, feels pretty wimpy. I could see that thing end up the shape of a banana the first time somebody leans out on it or pulls it up to the dock.

Ugh.....

OK yah, decision made. I gotta go with the first option. Having a bow rail that can't actually be used as a rail? Lame.

So ya, I need to keep searching for that 60 degree elbow...

Cheers fellas:joyous:

Edit: I could get something like this:

http://www.iboats.com/Stainless-Ste...9486295--session_id.274582443--view_id.163118

That'd get me in the ball park anyway.
 
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Re: 1976 22' Starcraft Islander Rebuild

it would be almost a no-brainer if option#2 was S/S.

A 110-degree S/S fitting seems to be popular (70-degree instead of 60).
 
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Jas, there's no question in my mind. Option #1. I'd cut it down slightly so that the top of the rail sits flush with the top of the cabin and extend it on the same plane all the way back to the gunnel beyond where the Islander sides change angle. The rail will be above the side for a couple of feet, but will maintain a beautiful straight line. I think having that short aft section above the gunnel will actually improve the Islander's lines. Every good design has a visually pleasing focal point and I think this will be it on your boat. Can't wait. - Grandad
 
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Re: 1976 22' Starcraft Islander Rebuild

Jas, you put the boat back on the trailer for painting. Does that mean you have already painted the bottom?

If so what method, spray/roller/brush and what brand primer/paint?

I am finishing up a system to raise my 25 footer 8 feet in the air so I can get the bottom painted and back on the trailer.
 
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Re: 1976 22' Starcraft Islander Rebuild

Yah, Jas...I dunno...using that wimpy aluminum handrail on that 'ol bucket of reevits and gluvit might be the smarter thing to do, since adding all that Stainless Steel might actually cause some irreparable hidden damage...:eek: :rolleyes::laugh:
Awww, just kidding...;)
I do like the way Choice #2 mimics the cabin window with that turn down, but even if you left the stronger, sturdier, more manly stainless steel rail the way it is, it still looks nice just following the roof line of the cabin...

Either way, donor glassers will live on in spirit through this Islander...:cool:...kind of like an organ donor recipient...just beware of any "itchy fiberglass poltergeists"
 
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Re: 1976 22' Starcraft Islander Rebuild

Little late to the rail party, but, I'd go with the stainless. More beef, beef is good you say. The fittings aren't all that expensive for what you'll have when it's done....

So, what's new in the garage? A new tow vehicle I bet!!!
 
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Re: 1976 22' Starcraft Islander Rebuild

I would vote stainless for overall childern toughness, but it comes down to what one requires less work, and would one be easier to get new fittings over the other?
 
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Yeah Jas, whats in the garage? We're not gonna let you try to slip that little nugget past us without elaborating.
 
Triton II

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Re: 1976 22' Starcraft Islander Rebuild

^^^ What he said^^^

By the way, I like option one, beefy is good on a big tin can like yours. :D

TII
 
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Re: 1976 22' Starcraft Islander Rebuild

Totally off topic here...but, what is "fruit wreath"? I think I know....just never heard it put that way....
 
jasoutside

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Re: 1976 22' Starcraft Islander Rebuild

OK fellas, Stainless it is, we'll run with it! I think I have a couple of options for the termination. I could certainly mount it the way it's built. Or, I could cut the end short and cap it with...

Suncor Rail Fitting

Or, I could just go with the 110 deg. fitting (70 deg.) like BF suggested and the 60 deg. base. That'd mean I'd need to just fudge 5 deg. on each fitting which wouldn't be so bad. I think I'd have the flexibility to do that.

I hope it'll be cool addition to the boat eh:thumb:

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Hey Steve - yup, the bottom of the hull is already painted up. I did that a while back. I tipped the hull up on her side rather than flippen her;) I used lots of cables n' pullies n' stuff to get her up.

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OK, prepare for a let down, nothing fancy here. Zero HP canoe found her way on the property...
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If you aren't too bored already - It's a one of a kind, custom built, full kevlar, C-1 solo, marathon race canoe.

Paddles awesome, ultra light, sweet boat!

She's an old boat and going to need some attention, so that my be a fun winter project.
 
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Re: 1976 22' Starcraft Islander Rebuild

Roughly how much does she weigh, Jas? Gotta be light, he sun shines right through her. Nice alternative to Motor boating. ;)
 
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Re: 1976 22' Starcraft Islander Rebuild

Super cool canoe.


GA_Boater said:
Roughly how much does she weigh, Jas? Gotta be light, he sun shines right through her. Nice alternative to Motor boating. ;)
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That's what she said. :lol:
 
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