1979 CC

[oldbluesplayer]

Dick - Welcome !

You have definitely found the mother lode of SeaCraft knowledge! I just bought my first SeaCraft last summer (fifth boat overall) and learned alot from these guys. You may not have the boating experience to realize it at first, but the ride, and the seakeeping capability, of the SeaCraft hull design, is excellant!!!

A 235hp is a little overpowering on the 18, and you will have alot of choices to make, there - unless you're really into flying....

And given that power has been on there, which is way over the boats rated max - I would check, or have someone check, the transom thoroughly. A few soft spots in the deck are an easy fix. Dings in the hull ? Depends on what the guy calls a "ding". The transom is the root of the boat, critical to safety.

So, welcome to the site. Do a search on transoms, and you will have alot of reading and studying to do, and get alot of info. May I also suggest classicmako.com - there are alot of good info over there, as well.

best wishes - and Merry Christmas a little early !!!

Bill