1979 Starcraft Holiday V5 Restore and Closed to Open bow modification

[Starman8]

Re: My quest to find a cheap 1970's Starcraft SS!

Re: My quest to find a cheap 1970's Starcraft SS!

the lower transom does look different

I use one size smaller drill bit to the rivet fill

how about these ideas

some sort of internal splashguard made of aluminum, and/or, starboard material

since some marina guy did the transom on mine before I purchased, I just sealed it under the splashwell with Gluvit since no UV in there

If I was building a new 1.5" transom, I would take 2 pieces of 1/2" plywood cut to "cross-lam/grain" each other for 1", then sandwich the epoxied wood between two pieces of 1/4" starboard material

This would provide strength as well as the outside and inside virtually waterproof

I would also bring in my favorite NASHUA waterproof butyl tape into play to seal all the outer edges of the transom before installation and capping. jas, how would one attach that angled piece if added?

 

[showmecb]

Re: My quest to find a cheap 1970's Starcraft SS!

Re: My quest to find a cheap 1970's Starcraft SS!

Hmmmmmmmm.....

That is interesting......

Sure looks to me like a previous owner job rather than a factory setup. And, I'm not sure if I am seeing this right - but, there should be a bottom channel sort of deal that the transom sits in. Is it there? Is it gone?

Yes the bottom channel is there under the splashwell, that all looks good. Now that I look at some of the Holiday transoms I do see similarities. I think it might be that the hull is deeper on the V5?? I will have more pics soon once the floor is all out.

 

[showmecb]

Re: My quest to find a cheap 1970's Starcraft SS!

Re: My quest to find a cheap 1970's Starcraft SS!

the lower transom does look different

I use one size smaller drill bit to the rivet fill

how about these ideas

some sort of internal splashguard made of aluminum, and/or, starboard material

since some marina guy did the transom on mine before I purchased, I just sealed it under the splashwell with Gluvit since no UV in there

If I was building a new 1.5" transom, I would take 2 pieces of 1/2" plywood cut to "cross-lam/grain" each other for 1", then sandwich the epoxied wood between two pieces of 1/4" starboard material

This would provide strength as well as the outside and inside virtually waterproof

I would also bring in my favorite NASHUA waterproof butyl tape into play to seal all the outer edges of the transom before installation and capping. jas, how would one attach that angled piece if added?

Excellent ideas, I am going to have to think this through.

 

[showmecb]

Re: My quest to find a cheap 1970's Starcraft SS!

Re: My quest to find a cheap 1970's Starcraft SS!

I found a 175hp Merc sitting on a glasser for $400 bucks that they say runs. The boat is rated for a 140hp but the glasser it is sitting on is smaller. Does anyone have any thoughts on motors and ratings of the boat?? I am no motor expert, what is worst case scenario restoration cost if I drop 400 and take a chance on a motor?

 

[jasoutside]

Re: My quest to find a cheap 1970's Starcraft SS!

Re: My quest to find a cheap 1970's Starcraft SS!

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Yes the bottom channel is there under the splashwell, that all looks good. Now that I look at some of the Holiday transoms I do see similarities. I think it might be that the hull is deeper on the V5?? I will have more pics soon once the floor is all out.

Huh, I guess I just don't see it there

Here is mine. See at the bottom of the transom there is a "Z Channel" for the transom to sit in...

Underlined, runs the entire width of the stern/transom...

If it isn't there that would be a bummer. Kind of an important piece. Either way, that transom should come out and rebuilt. You say a "marina guy" built that? No good man.

jas, how would one attach that angled piece if added?

Apologies, I must have missed this post ^^^^.

I'd venture to guess that the rivet holes are still there from when it was removed. So, buy/make new Z channel and rivet back in place I suppose, eh?



EDIT: I am looking over at DJ's SS and am seeing that his doesn't have one either and didn't realize it till now. Kinda looks to me like V5's may be built sans transom Z channel. I stand corrected:redface:

 

[barato2]

Re: My quest to find a cheap 1970's Starcraft SS!

Re: My quest to find a cheap 1970's Starcraft SS!

You say a "marina guy" built that?


My name is August West,
And I love my Pearly Baker best more than my wine.
More than my wine -
More than my maker, though he's no friend of mine.

Everyone said,
I'd come to no good, I knew I would Pearly, believe them.
Half of my life,
I spent doin' time for some other ****er's crime,
The other half found me stumbling 'round drunk on Burgundy wine
Wharf Rat, Garcia/Hunter ca. 1971

and building roll yer own transoms on some poor bugger's tin boat

 

[ezmobee]

Re: My quest to find a cheap 1970's Starcraft SS!

Re: My quest to find a cheap 1970's Starcraft SS!

My 18' SS is rated for 150. A 150 is a V6, the 175 is a V6, yours is a deeper-V. You do the math on my opinion.

 

[showmecb]

Re: My quest to find a cheap 1970's Starcraft SS!

Re: My quest to find a cheap 1970's Starcraft SS!

My 18' SS is rated for 150. A 150 is a V6, the 175 is a V6, yours is a deeper-V. You do the math on my opinion.

That's what I was thinking . We will see where this goes with the 175 merc. Right now I am starting to fear this transom was done all wrong. Gonna try to back boat into garage this weekend and see what I have ahead of me.

 

[Starman8]

Re: My quest to find a cheap 1970's Starcraft SS!

Re: My quest to find a cheap 1970's Starcraft SS!

My 79 has the transom insertion plates?/////////////////

 

[steve`ss]

Re: My quest to find a cheap 1970's Starcraft SS!

Re: My quest to find a cheap 1970's Starcraft SS!

here`s what iboat specs says -
1979 Starcraft Marine Holiday 18V5
The 1979, Holiday 18V5 is a 18 foot outboard boat. The weight of the boat is 1050 lbs. which does not include passengers, aftermarket boating accessories, or fuel. The max rated horsepower of this boat, as listed by the manufacturer, (according to records we have) is 140 hp . If you do not have the manual for your engine then we highly recommend that you get one as repowering is costly and it takes you off of the water. When repowering, it is best to verify this information for the sake of safety and to ensure that your insurance company will cover you.

While this runabout does have a hull made of aluminum, it is beneficial to keep the boat clean and dry by covering it properly while not in use. Good maintenance and care can help your vessel stay in good condition and have a higher value at resale. Applicable engine information has been included below since a boat needs reliable power.

Information on this page is provided to you as a free service of iboats.com. Because this information has come from many sources we can not guarantee its accuracy. Even if this information is the same as the original factory specs, boats are sometimes modified. Thus, for safety and other reasons, it is a good idea to verify information here to make sure it matches up with your boat. For additional information, we recommend the iboats forums and a boating safety course.
Engine Information:
Boat Max HP : 140 hp

 

[FlaBuoy]

Re: My quest to find a cheap 1970's Starcraft SS!

Re: My quest to find a cheap 1970's Starcraft SS!

Show, That is a Large tank.. But the good news is they come out easy.. just drill the rivets and lift it out. might still have some fuel. it will be easer to remove empty..

I had a similar situtation, pulled the tank, had the dealer clean it and replaced the hoses, I'm now good to go. It was much easier that i thought. I also get the warm fuzzy of being able to check things underneith..

 

[FlaBuoy]

Re: My quest to find a cheap 1970's Starcraft SS!

Re: My quest to find a cheap 1970's Starcraft SS!

More Pics of the tank..

 

[showmecb]

Re: My quest to find a cheap 1970's Starcraft SS!

Re: My quest to find a cheap 1970's Starcraft SS!

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