Forum: Recovered Threads
08-09-2019, 10:32 AM
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Weight estimate
Hello,
I have a 1973 20’ SF
I restored the boat a few years ago, adding lots of weight in decking, glass, t-top, transom, and 200 2-stroke merc.
Could anyone give me a ballpark weight...
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Forum: General
04-20-2011, 11:32 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 129
It started with a little soft spot
About 7 years ago I went fishing on a buddies Seacraft. It was snotty, but she handled beautifully. We caught some dolphin and I caught the Seacraft bug. A few weeks later I was the proud new...
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Forum: General
11-16-2010, 10:43 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 155
Re: Swim platform
I have the original teak platform still, but all of the hardware for it is gone including the supporting arm.
I could re-use this, but I seems really heavy and never looks good after taking so...
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Forum: General
11-16-2010, 05:25 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 155
Swim platform
What has everyone used to replace the swim platform? I can't use a ladder as my wife hates them.
The basic one at west marine is $$.and looks pretty flimsey.
Thanks.
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Forum: Off Topic / Fishing
09-27-2010, 11:50 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 118
Re: Boat Insurance Question
Thanks for the suggestions. I will call progressive, but may have to go for the lock/wheel removal option.
The boat is in my backyard surrounded by a locked wood fence, However, I am in Lake...
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Forum: Off Topic / Fishing
09-27-2010, 02:53 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 118
Boat Insurance Question
So my 1973 sf is almost finished and I am thinking that it would be wise to get some theft insurance.
Anyone have any experience getting coverage on an "antique" boat? I just spoke to Geico and...
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
07-25-2010, 02:22 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 369
Re: Wiring Question
Thanks for the help. The thread above is where I got the idea for glassing in the mounting board, but I think I like the starboard/epoxy idea even better.
I was really lucky to find a switch...
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
07-25-2010, 11:47 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 369
Wiring Question
I am getting ready to completly rewire my 73 sf. I plan on glassing in some backing wood in the console to mount the bus and fuses.
My question is: How do you mount the rest of the wires...
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Forum: Off Topic / Fishing
06-24-2010, 11:41 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 118
Re: Funny Craigslist Ad
I copied it in case he came to his senses, or if somehow the motor sold;
2002 yamaha 115 fourstroke. It needs minor little work and could be as good as new. The head had a crack in it but was...
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Forum: Off Topic / Fishing
06-22-2010, 11:42 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 118
Funny Craigslist Ad
web page (http://miami.craigslist.org/pbc/boa/1803482163.html)
This is my favorite line- "I installed dynamat in the cowl (hood) of the motor to drown out the knocking sound when it's out of oil...
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Forum: General
06-02-2010, 09:50 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 952
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Forum: General
06-02-2010, 06:35 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 952
Re: Rub Rail Question
So I think I remember looking at those kits when I first started dissasembling the boat a couple of years ago.
I think the V11-9795 Kit was the closest fit. Has anyone used this particular...
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Forum: General
06-02-2010, 12:03 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 952
Rub Rail Question
I am just about finishined with my 73SF and am looking to order a new rubrail.
I would like the kind with the stainless insert.
Somehow I lost the piece of the old one that I had saved, so I...
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Forum: General
10-27-2009, 11:17 PM
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Replies: 57
Views: 1,349
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
10-27-2009, 01:42 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 110
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
10-22-2009, 02:24 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 110
Painting in the West Palm Beach Area
I am about finished with the prep work and restoration of my 74. I am looking for a reccomendation for someone to do the painting.
If anyone has a suggestion and a phone # I would really...
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Forum: General
07-10-2009, 09:12 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 233
Re: Fuel Tank Price
I believe the tank is in the 50-55gal range. I think I will shop around $600 is probably on the high side.
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Forum: General
07-09-2009, 10:51 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 233
Fuel Tank Price
What have people paid (ball park) for a 2x5'x8'' aluminum tank. I found some corrosion on mine and will be replacing it before I glass the hatch cover back down.
I am in the West Palm Beach...
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
06-23-2009, 11:22 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 82
Re: splashwell drains
I looked through the many scupper posts and think I now have a decent idea on how to replace. Thanks for the help.
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
06-14-2009, 11:15 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 82
splashwell drains
I replaced the transom on my 20' and need to drill new holes in the splashwell and bildge.
What material do I use to replace the tube in drainhole? Also if anyone knows what size the holes are...
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Forum: General
03-10-2009, 08:43 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 125
Re: Center Console
I called them and will probably take a look at their consoles this weekend. Thanks.
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Forum: General
03-10-2009, 01:54 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 125
Center Console
Anyone know where to get a new center console that has about the same specs as an original 20' 1973?
I am in the West Palm Beach FL area. Thanks
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
10-28-2008, 09:27 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 136
Transom repair screw up
I decided to recore my 73' from the outside using the putty method.
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y54/Phan000/IMG_1178.jpg
After putting in the wood core I layed up 2 layers of 1708 at the...
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
10-12-2008, 04:47 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 297
Re: Replacing Transom
For some reason the outermost skin of the original glass seperated from the layer behind it in a couple of spots.
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y54/Phan000/IMG_1158.jpg
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
10-04-2008, 10:21 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 297
Re: Replacing Transom
I was wondering how I was going to grind the backside of that 4'' lip. Thats a good idea.
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