1989 18' CC Specs?

striper · #1 04-14-2002, 01:17 AM

I am considering purchasing this boat without an engine. Does anyone have history on the hull manufacturer prior to going to Mako.
Was this built just as well after the CSY period?
The boat was apparently rated for a 150hp, how did the other 18' on the site get the 175 on her?
What is the fiberglass and stringer construction?
What are anyones recommendations on power? I have heard that the 115 may be underpowered. Are there any standard issues to look for in this model and year?

How does the boat ride and plane since I won't get a test ride.

Thanks - Striper

Snookerd · #2 04-14-2002, 01:41 AM

Striper-
I have the 1989 18. Tracker Marine built the boat. I have a 130 Yamaha, my max. horsepower rating is 150-as you mentioned. My father's boat is a 1987 with a 150,his max. horsepower rating is for a 175(I checked the max weight for the boat on the two Spec. plates and the weight issue in the stern for the bigger motor appears to be the reason for the smaller engine rating). As you mentioned, CSY (sailboat CO.)built that era of Seacrafts. I can tell you first hand the boats do not differ much. Same hull design (I'm not sure on stringer and glass details, Trayder could fill you in more) and slightly different hardware. No problems on my boat. I get 38 mph on the GPS. The 115 would be too slow. When I repower, I'm going to the 150 2 cycle for speed -47 mph, price, and weight. Give me your fax # and I will fax you the Potter Era specs on this boat. The info is still accurate to the 1989 for the most part. The boat rides like any nonSeacraft 21 footer. Planes off well.

Snookerd · #3 04-13-2002, 02:45 PM

The 115 and the 130 are not much different in power. It is just a personal choice. As you can see, the three 18' boats that I know of on this site go from a 115 up to 175.

toadfish · #4 04-13-2002, 06:47 PM

I have a 1986 18' SeaCraft that I purchased from a fellow about a year ago. It has a Mercury 200 offshore series engine on it. I have been re-doing the boat for the past year including an engine overhaul (1992 model) so I have yet to test ride the boat. The transom is solid and there is no rot or stress cracks visible and the engine has been operated on the boat by the previous owner for some time. Hopefully the boat doesn't sink when I put it in the water!!

Snookerd · #5 04-13-2002, 08:37 PM

I want a ride [img]images/icons/grin.gif[/img] ! I would be interested in hearing how the stern sits when you put her back in the water. It must be ok, based on your prior owner's use.

striper · #6 04-14-2002, 12:39 AM

snookered - my fax number for the 89 18' specs is 303 290 7321 attention J. Mayer
Thanks