1977 sceptre new project

Ron Fowler · #1 12-01-2003, 11:31 PM

I just purchased a 1977 sceptre. My plans for the boat include a full transom, bracket, new deck and pulpit. I am leaning toward powering with a 250 hpdi. I would apreciate any advice given to aid me in my project. This is my first Seacraft, what are the standards, norms for this type of rebuild

Fr. Frank · #2 12-02-2003, 12:15 AM

I'd go with a fourstroke. Suzuki & Merc both have 250 4S engines. MUCH Quieter, more efficient, for 8-10% more $$
If you go with a single, take a kicker, too. Or get SeaTow

CMBarnes · #3 12-02-2003, 12:35 PM

Ron,
Where do you live in Charleston? I live in Charleston and am restoring/having restored a 1975 23' CC. I had a new deck and custom livewell added and she is getting painted right now. The boat had been bracketed with a new transom in 1998 and re-powered with twins. It is a long process but worth it. I am hoping to splash her in January to get all the bugs out before the season. Good luck with her!
CMB

Ron Fowler · #4 12-02-2003, 12:58 PM

cmb, I live in Mt Pleasant on McCants off of coleman. the boat is beside my house. You are welcome to come take a look at it. And I would love to hear any sugestions that you may have for me.

RogueAngler · #5 12-05-2003, 02:27 PM

RON, IF YOU DON'T MIND PLEASE KEEP US UPDATED ON YOUR RESTORATION WITH PICTURES IF POSSIBLE. I HAVE A '78 SCEPTRE THAT I WILL START RESTORING IN THE NEXT YEAR OR SO AND WOULD LIKE TO GET SOME IDEAS. HOWEVER I WILL BE GOING THE TWIN OUTBOARD ROUTE. CHARLESTON IS A GREAT PLACE, I LIVED IN MT. PLEASANT FOR A COUPLE OF YEARS IN THE LATE '90S

Dave Hirshberg · #6 12-05-2003, 05:05 PM

Ron, sounds like your on the right track. Mine ran great with a 225hp so 250 on a bracket sould work well too. Keep posting on the project and E-mail any specific questions. There are quite a few Sceptre's out there.
Post in the repairs and mods section and you'll get more response. The performance section gets a little slow at times.
Good Luck