Forum: General
03-16-2004, 08:32 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 187
Re: Leaning post for my 1984, 23 footer
I have an original seacraft leaning post wrapped up and in great condition. It was on my 1970 MA. This model came with the 23 center console and leaning post. You can see a picture of it under...
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Forum: For Sale
11-04-2003, 09:40 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 77
Aircraft paint for sale/Marine use ok
In the South Fl. boat trader there is a fellow selling gallons of white, black, yellow and green aircraft paint. The Kits are three part components and according to what I have gathered this stuff...
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
10-22-2003, 02:00 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 200
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Forum: Performance
10-20-2003, 09:56 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 156
Re: Plastic Or Cooper?
I stand corrected.
On our Seacrafts down here its plastic and have never seen any Seacrafts or Contenders rigged with copper. I must agree with Capt. Steele I surely do not know the pro's and con's...
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Forum: Performance
10-18-2003, 05:54 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 156
Re: Plastic Or Cooper?
I would strongly suggest against using copper. The electrolisys alone will force you to change the tubing in a couple of years. I have never seen copper used. The lines are a cost issue. Now... ...
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Forum: For Sale
10-05-2003, 09:59 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 223
Re: Leaning Post
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I'm doing some changes on my SC and removing the original SC fiberglass rocket launcher. although I had it on my 20...
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Forum: General
09-28-2003, 09:16 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 175
Re: 23' SEACRAFT SINKS OFF
Sounds like a bad day at the office.
I'd be interested to find out what caused her to flip. Thank god they had 85 degree water if not it would have been history within an hour.
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Forum: For Sale
09-22-2003, 10:44 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 78
23 Seacraft Rocket Launcher with tank rack
I'm doing some changes on my SC and removing the original SC fiberglass rocket launcher. although I had it on my 20 footer it was originally designed for the 23. Excellent shape. the sides have...
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
09-13-2003, 08:17 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 131
Re: Soft area on Deck. Deck repair not replace?
Hey Capt. Disaster, "I like that"
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As a matter of fact the soft spot is at the front starboard area of the console. Your right on the money.
I fixed the problem with the teams suggestions. I...
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
09-09-2003, 09:11 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 131
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
09-07-2003, 09:00 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 131
Soft area on Deck. Deck repair not replace?
Gang, a little direction would be appreciated. I have an isolated area of my 20MA that is soft. Dont really see a need for a complete deck rebuild. I am also having problems with the screws arround...
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Forum: General
09-03-2003, 08:39 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 99
Re: BOMBARDIER'S SALE (NEW INFO)
I may have breezed thru the artical and didnt pickup what you gentlemen did.
Is it possible that this is the end of the bombadier/omc partnership and with the parent company "re-directing efforts...
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Forum: General
09-01-2003, 10:01 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 580
Re: 1973 & 1979 brouchers
Seems like Great info to post on the site so we can download. Please contact the administrator so it can be posted in the archives section. Would love to see the info on the 20 MA
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Forum: General
08-31-2003, 10:07 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 158
Re: RePower?
Welcome to the site. I run a 1970, 20 ft master angler and yep...fighting yellow lady. I had a 1990 225, 25 inch shaft. Pictures are on the site in the 20 footers. My transom was redone and it was...
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Forum: General
08-21-2003, 08:03 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 96
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
08-21-2003, 07:55 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 181
Re: Painting outboard
I would strongly suggest using 2 part Imron or Imron knockoff. Prep The engine with Zinc primer (the green stuff), a couple of coats are required. Stay away from the spray in a can. You would be...
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
08-14-2003, 07:29 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 240
Re: Head Gasket
Remember to have a torch nearby. heating the bolts will expand the aluminum and free them.
Start in sections. I dont think its in the cylinder/piston section as you have good compression. Take...
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
08-03-2003, 08:56 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 240
Re: Head Gasket
relax partner.....we have been there and boy its frustrating. You have excellent compression which is very positive. Get your self a mechanics stethoscope from Discount Auto for 4 bucks. Isolate...
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
07-31-2003, 09:53 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 109
Re: OEM Steering for '73 20' CC?
The problem with the cable steering is that you have to replace the system every couple of years if your lucky. If the boat sits for a while it destroys this type of steering. If you go the...
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Forum: General
07-30-2003, 09:28 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 152
Re: "51" Chevy boat
Vintage 51 flatbed. Driveshaft was fitted with a makeshift prop. Their destination was Fort Pierce fla. where family lived. the plan was to make it to shore re-attach the drive shaft and drive to...
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
07-30-2003, 09:20 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 240
Re: Head Gasket
Those dings are not good. Check the cylinder walls around the water jacket as they tend to corrode and you will have water intrusion (very typical). Take the heads to a machine shop and have them...
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
03-28-2003, 12:17 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 130
Re: painting engine cowl
You will not be happy with a spray can paint job. if you don't have the equipment to shoot it yourself, you may want to consider taking it over to a auto repair shop with your can of Imron, Awlgrip...
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Forum: Repairs/Mods.
03-23-2003, 04:54 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 120
Custom made bracket/dive platform for my 20
Has anyone had any experience in placing an outboard bracket/dive platform on their 20 footer. I,m putting an 225 oceanpro on it and some folks were telling me that the bracket would be an...
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Forum: General
12-14-2002, 09:01 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 414
Re: ? about a Bracket
Stainless Marine makes an outstanding bracket, cost is about 1500. for a single. There are some companies here in South florida that are making a good quality powder coated bracket for about 900. ...
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Forum: For Sale
11-25-2002, 12:16 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 84
Looking for a re-buildable 225 Oceanpro/runner
Im looking for a re-buildable 94 and up Oceanpro or Oceanrunner 225.
Preferably something running that I can replace pistons/rings ect. and
get the compression back up. any and all sources would...
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