lurker comes out of the dark

[Eric_Vikstrom]

Hello - I've enjoyed the site for a while now. The project boats you've shared are incredible. Though I don't own a Seacraft YET... you have really lit a fire. I'm shopping now for a 23' Classic outboard but could use some advice on which years to be cautious about. I know the Potter-built years are desirable, but what kind of problems surfaced when the company changed hands, and WHEN was that? I've seen a few mid 80's vintage 23's for sale in the NE, but could use some advice about things to look for.

If anyone knows of a good thread in the archives to look at, please point me in the right direction. I haven't figured out the right keywords for an accurate search.