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Forum: Recovered Threads 08-12-2020, 11:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 59
Posted By Rufneck
New Pics

I thought I could sell the boat and keep the motor and trailer but that won't work for me. The shaft on this Seacraft is a 30" and is too long for the shallow-running boat I would have put it on. ...
Forum: Recovered Threads 03-02-2020, 05:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 59
Posted By Rufneck
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Forum: Recovered Threads 02-02-2020, 09:57 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 59
Posted By Rufneck
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Forum: Recovered Threads 11-24-2019, 10:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 59
Posted By Rufneck
Rubrail

The rub rail is black. During the rebuild I installed a white one but I did not like the look so it was replaced with a black one. I really like the black one and think that is provides a really...
Forum: Recovered Threads 10-03-2019, 01:37 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 277
Posted By Rufneck
I just listed the boat for sale in the...

I just listed the boat for sale in the classifieds if anybody is interested. It has been a fun rebuild and I will do another boat sometime hopefully in the not too distant future. My lifestyle has...
Forum: Recovered Threads 10-03-2019, 01:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 59
Posted By Rufneck
For Sale - 1976 Seacraft Sceptre

PayPal Transaction ID - 0U028851UC162161M

1976 23' Seacraft Sceptre (Hull ID Number SECR30530276)
Full restoration completed in 2019
Location: Texas

I bought this boat in 2013 and started...
Forum: Recovered Threads 08-05-2019, 10:20 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 277
Posted By Rufneck
All Done

I have finished the rebuild and have started using my Seacraft (finally!!). I never intended on this project to take over 5 years and but I moved overseas and so that slowed the progress. I am back...
Forum: Recovered Threads 04-17-2019, 08:49 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 119
Posted By Rufneck
Ken - did you ever decide on a trolling motor? I...

Ken - did you ever decide on a trolling motor? I know the Rhodan is all the rage on THT and the additional 12" longer than the Minn Kota would be nice. I am just not sure that a 72" trolling motor...
Forum: Recovered Threads 03-17-2019, 06:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 76
Posted By Rufneck
Dehumidifier

I am concerned about mildew in my Sceptre cabin that I am keeping in a boathouse lift above the water. I just bought one of these Starbrite buckets to put in the cabin. Does anybody have an opinion...
Forum: Recovered Threads 12-10-2018, 09:24 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 63
Posted By Rufneck
This is all great input. I'll find some...

This is all great input. I'll find some Starboard to provide the additional space required to stow the ladder. I also agree that Capt. Chuck's mounting bracket does appear to provide a bit more...
Forum: Recovered Threads 12-06-2018, 12:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 63
Posted By Rufneck
Mounting Swim Ladder to Hermco Bracket

I am trying to mount a swim ladder to the underside of my Hermco bracket. I ordered this swim ladder from Hermco when I bought the bracket so I am sure that it should work but it is giving me all...
Forum: Recovered Threads 11-12-2018, 11:19 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 46
Posted By Rufneck
Negative - we did some glass work on the console...

Negative - we did some glass work on the console but nothing that I think should have separated the opening to the cabin.
Forum: Recovered Threads 11-12-2018, 09:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 46
Posted By Rufneck
How Did This Happen and How Can I Fix It?

I have been working on my Sceptre restoration project for several years now. I am about done and will start using the boat soon. Yesterday I put the cover that goes over the cabin entrance hatch...
Forum: Recovered Threads 10-14-2018, 10:32 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 277
Posted By Rufneck
I'm back Rusty! I relocated back to work in our...

I'm back Rusty! I relocated back to work in our Texas office in July. I expect to pick up the boat this coming week and splash her soon thereafter. I still have a list of around 20 items that need...
Forum: General 08-23-2018, 09:30 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,740
Posted By Rufneck
Old thread here but I’m about to order new glass...

Old thread here but I’m about to order new glass for my windshield.

Is it confirmed that the original glass is 3/16”? If so, that’s what I’ll order. I have American Marine sending me a sample...
Forum: Recovered Threads 07-15-2018, 01:16 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 277
Posted By Rufneck
Motor Hung

I’m getting around to completing my refurbishment. Motor was hung this week!

https://i.imgur.com/f71d3y4.jpg
Forum: Recovered Threads 05-24-2018, 12:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 85
Posted By Rufneck
You are right, that is too much. I was being...

You are right, that is too much. I was being conservative and I forgot the batteries so I suppose overall weight should be about right.

I am not sure on the exact clearance, but it is somewhere...
Forum: Recovered Threads 04-24-2018, 03:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 85
Posted By Rufneck
The boat is a 1976 so it was around 2,700 lbs....

The boat is a 1976 so it was around 2,700 lbs. new. It's 42 years old though so it is most likely heavier now. I enclosed the transom, added the motor bracket, and 2x seat boxes. Those mods alone...
Forum: Recovered Threads 04-23-2018, 10:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 85
Posted By Rufneck
While the boat was in the water, I took the...

While the boat was in the water, I took the opportunity to weigh the boat/trailer and then only the trailer.

https://i.imgur.com/OBToXGM.jpg
Forum: Recovered Threads 04-23-2018, 10:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 85
Posted By Rufneck
Float Test - 23' Sceptre

I am nearing the final stages of my rebuild after 5 long years. The plan is to put a 300 Suzuki on her in June and start testing props and motor heights soon thereafter. I am going to be keeping...
Forum: Recovered Threads 04-06-2018, 10:09 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 47
Posted By Rufneck
While this is being fixed, can the mods also fix...

While this is being fixed, can the mods also fix the link on the homepage for the 23 footers. The link to the pics in the following link have never worked and I would really like to see this boat.
...
Forum: Recovered Threads 03-14-2018, 03:35 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 82
Posted By Rufneck
Props

Kmoose,

I've read everything you've posted regarding your boat, the 300 Zuke and your prop selection. Many thanks for your contributions. I have the same boat although a few differences in our...
Forum: Recovered Threads 03-08-2018, 12:32 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 277
Posted By Rufneck
Oh no..... disappointing the old pics that were...

Oh no..... disappointing the old pics that were hosted on Photobucket are no longer available. I just logged into Photobucket for the first time in a long time but they still are not working. I...
Forum: Recovered Threads 03-07-2018, 06:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 22
Posted By Rufneck
Much better. Thanks Goat. After posting my...

Much better. Thanks Goat.

After posting my question I saw were Kmoose provided the link below and I am pretty sure this is what I was looking for.
...
Forum: Recovered Threads 03-07-2018, 06:35 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 48
Posted By Rufneck
I have a Hermco bracket for a single motor that...

I have a Hermco bracket for a single motor that is installed on my 23' Sceptre. I have not yet installed the motor but I will soon.

I recall when we mounted my Hermco bracket we did not exactly...
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