1976 Aluminum Starcraft Restoration Progress

[jcupo6]

Re: 1976 Aluminum Starcraft Restoration Progress

Is it reinforced enough to walk on the bow of the boat? I don't know if you fish, but this would be a perfect spot to fish from.

 

[cnr2003]

Re: 1976 Aluminum Starcraft Restoration Progress

The bow is strong enough to walk on, but I don't fish....only watersports for me.

 

[jcupo6]

Re: 1976 Aluminum Starcraft Restoration Progress

Thanks! There is a good chance that I will be buying this exact boat tomorrow, and have a few questions that I hope you don't mind answering.

1. Have you ever thought about converting it to an outboard? Have you ever heard of anyone that has?

2. Are there any other options other than carpet for the flooring over the plywood?

3. What is the purpose of the foam under the plywood?

4. How did you go about changing the rivets? Did you have drill them out?

Thanks again, I will let you know if I do get the boat and I will try and post some pictures. Any advice on the restoration process would be greatly appreciated.

 

[Rickairmedic]

Re: 1976 Aluminum Starcraft Restoration Progress

JC I can help with your questions.

1. I wouldnt try to repower one unless the I/O setup was completely gone.

2. There are many options on Deck covering Vinyl,Paint are just 2 options that other members have taken .

3.The fom is mostly for flotation but it also helps with noise abatement in Tinny.

4. The Rivets can be drilled out but you can also rebuck them with a couple hammers ( one on either side of the rivet). on the bottom of the hull it will take 2 peaple working together to rebuck them.


Rick

 

[cnr2003]

Re: 1976 Aluminum Starcraft Restoration Progress

They made Starcrafts similar to these with outboards so if you really wanted an outboard I would look for one of those boats instead.

I still haven't put the carpet in, but I wouldn't use anything else myself. I like the feel of the carpet and since I don't fish it won't get very dirty.

The foam in these starcrafts actually helps make the floor sturdy as well since the plywood sits directly ontop of it.

The rivets were easy to replace. I replaced the leaky rivets in the hull with stainless screws that another member on here suggested. Just drilled out the old rivet and replace. Instead of using rivets to secure the floor, I used 1 1/4 inch stainless screws. Just predrilled a hole and screwed them in. Turned out great. I sealed every screw with 3M 5200 as well. The floor is extremely sturdy.

 

[jcupo6]

Re: 1976 Aluminum Starcraft Restoration Progress

Thanks for the help!

Here is my boat.
http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=336166

 

[Shankapottamus1]

Re: 1976 Aluminum Starcraft Restoration Progress

I enjoyed reading about you Starcraft restoration. I am just beginning mine. I bought a 1976 Starcraft Runabout this summer. It is in need of floor and transome repair. I have pulled the transome out, and I am going to cut the new one out this weekend. The old floor is still in but I am taking it out soon. Mine is an outboard. Hopefully I will be able to post some pictures soon.

 

[DekeBlue]

Re: 1976 Aluminum Starcraft Restoration Progress

What are the 'Stainless Grille Bolts' you used to replace the rivets? I looked for some via Google but didn't have any luck. Can you post a link?

Thanks

 

[bananaboater]

Re: 1976 Aluminum Starcraft Restoration Progress

Here is a link to a source for a wide variety.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/e...witem=&sspagename=STRK:MEWAX:IT#ht_757wt_1146

 

[cnr2003]

Re: 1976 Aluminum Starcraft Restoration Progress

Here is a link to a source for a wide variety.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/e...witem=&sspagename=STRK:MEWAX:IT#ht_757wt_1146

These are the exact ones you need. I bought 75 - 100 of these and used them all up. Any rivet that looked like it had a chance of leaking was replaced.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/55-5...r_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item483b42ca33

They work great with a little dab of 3M 5200. It's a two person job installing them though.

 

[DekeBlue]

Re: 1976 Aluminum Starcraft Restoration Progress

Thanks. I think those grille rivets will be great.

 

[laura.andren81]

Re: 1976 Aluminum Starcraft Restoration Progress

Here is an old shot while it was being prepped for paint. I'm sure glad the tan color is gone.

What is the model of this boat?

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