Yet Another 16' Starcraft :0)

[16'Starcraft_StoneyCreek]

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That's definably an idea to consider.

Here is something I am messing around with in photo shop. I have the file as an 18" psd if anyone wants it to take to their local sign shop to make them a vinyl logo. Just PM me and I'll send it.


I also found this online. I won't post the link yet, because the guy has not confirmed he still has them available, but it looks as if he has logos for many motor types. He also sells paint and he is from Toronto. Less shipping for me.


The image is large, so I did not want to post it in here.

Going to meet Stu now to get the boat back and bring it home.

TTYL

 

[ezmobee]

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Those Merc logos and stripes are badass.

 

[Andy in NY]

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hell yeah they are.


i like the starcraft logo, just seems a bit small.

 

[16'Starcraft_StoneyCreek]

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The Merc logos are excellent. They have other manufacturers as well.

Andy, the logo is sizable so don't give any credit to the one on that image. I was just fooling around with it to see if it would work out.

Well I got the boat back from Stu. Cash deal, no tax! YES! I am Jones-in to get it into the lake and see what she will do. I hope the 15 isn't to big for it. Time will tell.

 

[Andy in NY]

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The Merc logos are excellent. They have other manufacturers as well.

Andy, the logo is sizable so don't give any credit to the one on that image. I was just fooling around with it to see if it would work out.

Well I got the boat back from Stu. Cash deal, no tax! YES! I am Jones-in to get it into the lake and see what she will do. I hope the 15 isn't to big for it. Time will tell.

if you hurry, you can be on the water in 6 weeks!

oops, forgot the lakes up here will be frozen by then! lol

 

[16'Starcraft_StoneyCreek]

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Drool, very drool.

 

[16'Starcraft_StoneyCreek]

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Ok experts, how much Gluvit will I need to do the seams?
I am going to get it today and brush it on.

 

[Rickairmedic]

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Bill a 2 pound/ 1 quart kit will be plenty for your boat at least thats what was recomended for my 16'er.


Rick

 

[Andy in NY]

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yup, a 2 pound can will do the trick.

i did the seams from front to back all the way up the bow, and the seams around the transom and had just a little bit left.

 

[16'Starcraft_StoneyCreek]

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2 pounds, thanks! I did not get to the Gluvit done yet. The marina was closed so I could not get it. I did get somethings done. New keel rollers on the trailer.


and some lights


I did start prep work on the hull and was able to bring life to these rail end pieces.



I took advantage of a great day weather wise and sanded, sanded, and sanded.



more later.

 

[Rickairmedic]

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Bill let me help ya out here that sander will take forever get a random orbit sander it will speed things up considerably.



Rick

 

[Andy in NY]

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if the paint is in good enough shape you really dont even need to sand... just rough it up and paint over it.

 

[16'Starcraft_StoneyCreek]

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if the paint is in good enough shape you really dont even need to sand... just rough it up and paint over it.

Yup Andy, the paint was real good on it and that is exactly what I did. She has her first coat on it and I am letting it dry 72hrs before I hit it again. The roller-brush technique produced great results. I had to watch it like a hawk for runs and really put a thin coat on first. then there we these small bugs that like paint. agggg! This morning after a quick inspection, no bugs and no runs! Usually I rush through paint jobs but this time I took 9 hours total. The base color is like french vanilla ice cream. Over all I am real happy with it! That's what matters.

 

[16'Starcraft_StoneyCreek]

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Sleepy day at work. Here is a graphic I am having done for it seeing as the original logo is gone on the port side. Since it will be a fishing boat, I want the fish to fear me. LOL


Yeah! Saucy!


Raining today.. bummer.

 

[16'Starcraft_StoneyCreek]

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Here is after the 1st coat of paint.
She is looking great IMHO.


I'll sand her down again on the weekend and put another on. YES I know the numbers and old logo still need to come off. I plan on it on the weekend as well.

 

[Greendiver]

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Bill your boat is coming right along. The fish graphics are awesome!

 

[Rickairmedic]

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Looking good Bill I like the Graphiocs to .


Rick

 

[16'Starcraft_StoneyCreek]

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Good morning.
Quick question for you.

I will be installing the floor and then the Dek-Master (http://www.ducan.com)
Can I use bondo to fill in the cracks and knot holes in the plywood or is there a better way? I have never worked with fiberglass resin and the thought of it frightens me a bit.

Any advise?

 

[Rickairmedic]

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Bill the resin really isnt that bad go for it . Bondo wont stay put to much flex in the boat. I would suggest you tru to put the wood side up with no knots if you can help it .



Rick

 

[16'Starcraft_StoneyCreek]

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Hi guys
Here is the link for the decals and other hard to find things.
http://www.nymarine.ca/index.html
Mine for my engine and control box are en route.

The seats vinyl dye is coming as well. http://www.dyeandpaint.com/

That it for now. Weekend is here so I hope to get more done. It looks like it could rain Saturday.... I hope not.