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I have a 1986 Seacraft with t-top, curtains, aluminum trailer, vhf, F-finder, new aluminum tank, completely new deck, faria guages and more. Also has a 200 MERC Offshore (1992) that has recently been rebuilt and aftermarket Bob's Machine Shop Alien Cowl. Boat gets compliments every time I'm at the dock. Needs to go!!! $9000. Listed earlier for $10,500. llinlay@yahoo.com (in South Carolina).

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I still have this boat if anyone is interested. I am dropping the price to $7000. I feel that it is well worth this. I will consider other offers just make an offer...Toadfish in SC. (843)513-7320

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Do you have any pictures?

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I may be able to give an unbiased look at this for someone also.

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I got some pics of this boat last week from an ad on craigslist. It looked like a nice boat, but i ended up buying the '77 18' off ebay last week

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Hey how is that ebay 18? If you don't mind me asking...

Looked like a good deal, shame it was in florida and not a northeast boat...

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I saw that boat on ebay and would have been interested if I didnt already have the same boat ('75 though). It seems like you got a great deal. Congrats, and good luck with it.

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could not be more pleased. the guy said it needed only gas and water...and he wasn't lying. it was well worth the trip from NC even though i already have a '75 18'. i figured the top/seat/trailer were worth most of the selling price.

keep an eye on those florida pawn shops :cool:

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do u plan on stripping the boat and selling the hull.I also bid on it,but was out of town in the final hrs.let me know if u want to sell the hull
thanks
dave

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Yeah that is what I figured from the looks of it... the t top alone looked worth it. Of course being in NJ makes it a tougher decision to bid or not sight unseen. Congrats though, I guess the only thing better than one seacraft is two ;)

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I do have pictures but could someone help me with posting them here. I usually just attach them to the posting but don't see a way to do it. thanks

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Upload them to a free Photobucket account, then cut/paste the last line under the pic in yor post.

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I put pics on photobucket, let's see if i can copy the link....here...........http://s307.photobucket.com/albums/nn284/fredwook/

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Here you go brother

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looks like you've put a good bit of work into it. how fast is she with that 200?

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Hey, thanks for posting the pictures for me!! I'll figure this out someday. The boat will probably do high 50's or low 60's but I don't know for sure. I have actually never really checked it. I usually don't try to run too fast if I can help it. I looked into re-powering it with a smaller outboard at one time but found that there is really no weight reduction unless I drop way down, like to a v-4.

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What is the fuel usage at your normal crusing speed?

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It can't really remember what it burns right off hand. It does have a fuel flow meter on it though. I want to say somewhere in the ballpark of 8 or 9 gph.

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OK, I'm dropping this down to $6500 because my time is limited before it has to get out of my yard. Not sure if i mentioned before but it has a custom full canvas cover that cost me almost $1000. It straps up to the t-top and covers the entire boat.....Someone please take her away. I would hate for a non-Seacraft lover to abuse her...Any takers????

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Ok folks. I have dropped the price of this boat to $5000. I really thought I could get more than this but I do understand that the motor has some age. This would be a great boat for a re-power or the one on here may last a long time. I did a rebuild about 2 years ago and have never been stranded with it. Carburated Mercs are very simple. I have advertised this locally aslo. Due to the fact that I HAVE to move soon I cannot take the boat so I would love a Secraft lover to get her. Please pass the word if you can. I used this site ever since I had the boat for advice and appreciate it. Any takers??? Thanks, Toad

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Damn-if that boat was in NY I'd probably have the 18 I'vebeen looking for now. Nice rig and nice price.

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Toadfish.
I may be interested in this boat. How soon do you need it out of your yard?

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I am looking for my first seacraft so...Since i am a Seacraft newbie I would like to pick your brain. My question is about the hull. Obviously this is not a potter built so what are the differences and are there quality or performance issues with a 1986 hull.? Ideally I wanted a 20'or 23'(nicer lines) but this seems like a deal that's to good to pass up. Thanks

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"I may be able to give an unbiased look at this for someone also."

Did you ever get a chance to look this boat over? If so, what did you think?

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Mines a 76 and I'd be just as happy with an 86. No performance or structural issues that I'm aware of. As to lines, put them all in a row and the only difference I see is size. The 18 might even ride a little better than the 20 :eek:. Just my opinion. ;)

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No one has asked me to yet... :)

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"No one has asked me to yet..."

Would you please? Assuming it is still for sale.....

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You will need to arrange it with the seller. Have them mail me at reelescape1@yahoo.com I'm in the West Ashley area.

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I have received many emails about the boat and have been out for the past 2 days so hopefully this will answer some. This boat was built by CSY Yacht Company based on my past research. I think tracker began making them a few years later. Also, the transom is solid and has not been replaced or had any issues. When I replaced the deck, I did not put any seating back in (leaning post, etc). I use the space in front of and behind the console for scuba tanks and gear. I do have a cooler seat that I occasionally put in front of the console. One more thing that some have asked about....the starboard side scupper can be seen closed in the picture. When I got this boat the scuppers and hoses were in horrible condition. I read many posts about the drainage problems on the Seacrafts...so....I was paranoid that it would sink while I was underwater (usually have no one on the boat when we are river diving). I decided to replace the port scupper and hose with a new one and temporarily closed the other hole with a round plug of wood and a big wad of fairing compound just to see if there were any problems. As it turns out, there isn't a problem at all with the drainage, and I have yet to replace the starboard scupper. I do have a new one and hose, the "plug" just needs to be knocked out and the new scupper installed. If I have time I will do it, but that is why I like posting it on this forum, most here have the knowledge to fix things like this. If there are any more questions, feel free to ask...Toadfish

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CSY's were good boats, I've posted this link on a couple forums for you

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The boat has a new home!!! I think it will be well taken care off.....toadfish

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Noooo! Oh well. I hope it has a good home. Please, anyone that hears of a 18 or 20 please let me know. Thanks.

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I had my eyes on a 20 down in Jersey last year-very good deal-if it resurfaces I will let you know. I can't buy another boat-I just can't, I tell ya. But it don't hurt to look,either :cool:

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did your boat ever sell?