So i was gifted a boat..

[Mezeron]

So I was gifted a boat.. I know nothing about restoration of a boat let alone where the line of is this restorable? or if I should take it to the dump?
After doing a little research here is what I have..
1971
Glastex company 1953-1978
Sea star boats
1971 Sea Star Falcon 1468
Centerline: 13'11"
Beam 68"
Transom with 60"
Depth 24"
Approximate weight 374 lbs
Capacity persons @150 5
Maxium HP 55
Exterior olive/olive
Interior black swivel
Mechanical steerer yes
Anyone on here know anything about these or the glastex seastar line? I can't seem to find much on the web.

 

[briangcc]

Depending on where you are, the most important piece is going to be the paperwork proving you own it. If you don't have that and are stateside you may have a challenge getting it registered. This is the first thing I would sort out before sinking any beer/wine/rum/vodka tokens into it.

After that, given its size, I don't think it'd be a monumental restoration project. Is this an aluminum boat? I'm kinda guessing it might be given the size/weight but not familiar with the manufacturer...

 

[Buster53]

Ok, what engine is on it and does it work? What condition is the boat in? Are the decks soft and need replacing? Seating? Does it need to be replaced? What other issues jump out at you?
As far as finding information on this particular boat, I wouldn’t bother trying. Most boats are pretty much the same and restoration is pretty much the same from one brand to another.
As asked above, is it aluminum or fiberglass? If fiberglass, you might want to look at fiberglassics.com. There might be something on your boat there. Of course, with the name Glastex…I’m guessing fiberglass.

 

[JASinIL2006]

I just googled that boat and it sure looks like a little fiberglass runabout. (And with a company name like Glastex, I'd be further inclined to guess fiberglass.)

I agree with @briangcc though, the first thing is to make sure the paperwork is in order so you can actually register the thing. No point in spending a dime until you are sure you own it legally.

 

[Scott Danforth]

So I was gifted a boat.. I know nothing about restoration of a boat let alone where the line of is this restorable? or if I should take it to the dump?
After doing a little research here is what I have..
1971
Glastex company 1953-1978
Sea star boats
1971 Sea Star Falcon 1468
Centerline: 13'11"
Beam 68"
Transom with 60"
Depth 24"
Approximate weight 374 lbs
Capacity persons @150 5
Maxium HP 55
Exterior olive/olive
Interior black swivel
Mechanical steerer yes
Anyone on here know anything about these or the glastex seastar line? I can't seem to find much on the web.

first, welcome aboard

second, get the boat in your name

third, expect this to be a big project.

 

[briangcc]

File:Seastarb71010.jpg - Classic Boat Library

www.fiberglassics.com

Answered my own question...tis glass....but a small one. Not going to be as monumental as a larger boat, but still going to be $$$$ to restore properly if needed.

 

[Mezeron]

Thanks for all the responses. I don't mind a tough project.
Boat and trailer and engine are in my name.
1965 25hp evenrude.
It was last on on the water in like 2006
Engine was winterized at that time. Has not been messed with from that point. Engine has been covered outside boat has been in the elements for the past two years uncovered. Floors are soft
Seats need replaced
Electrical needs redone.
Steering works

 

[Scott Danforth]

unless you are emotionally attached to the boat, I would sell the motor off of it and get rid of the rest.

tri-hull boats have the worst ride quality ever unless the water is glass smooth.

the way boats rot, the transom is the first thing to go, the stringers next, and the floor last.

this boat will cost you about $2000 in materials to restore the hull properly

 

[Buster53]

Agree with Scott…especially the part about tri hulls…they will beat you do death. I speak from experience

 

[Baylinerchuck]

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. $2000 is a good estimate of what it’ll take to get her back on the water. It’ll be a lot of work, but rewarding when finished. You have to decide if this is something you can and want to take on. Only you can make that decision.

 

[Troll183]

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. $2000 is a good estimate of what it’ll take to get her back on the water. It’ll be a lot of work, but rewarding when finished. You have to decide if this is something you can and want to take on. Only you can make that decision.

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