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**Dieselwrencher** · 06-27-2012, 04:26 PM

Today I just acquired a Starcraft TR 150 boat. I don't know what year it is. I'll get the registration when I pick it up Friday. It is a 16' long tri hull, has a 50hp Mercury, and was cheap.

It needs some work, but overall it is in good shape. I plan on having my Dad and family help work on it, and we'll all enjoy it together. Does any one have any info on older boats? This is my first one and am just picking up things on them as I go. I've been on many boats, but never owned my own. It'll be a fun experience.

**Dieselwrencher** · 06-27-2012, 04:33 PM

The seats aren't too bad, but it will need some work on the storage areas. The PO also has the front cusions in his garage at another location. Hopefully they are as nice as the seats. I figure we'll get it running, clean it up, and go test it out.

hopped up · 06-27-2012, 04:35 PM

only thing i know about boating is "if it floats or flys, rent it" but could be a fun family project. then again ive never even been on a boat
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67ChevyRedneck · 06-27-2012, 05:44 PM

I love the side buffer/bumper thingys on the trailer (yeah, technical term). It looks like it would be impossible to pull it out of the water wrong.

Unless I pulled it real slow and perfect out of the water my old boat would slide to one side or the other.

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

I've been on many boats, but never owned my own. It'll be an EXPENSIVE experience.

Fixed it for you

I sold mine a couple months ago. I now borrow my father in laws new boat

fencepost · 06-27-2012, 06:05 PM

I've always heard the 2 happest days with a boat are the day you buy it and the day you sell it.

As long as the transsom not rotted you should be in good shape.

custom1970 · 07-03-2012, 12:11 PM

You definitely need to check for rotten wood. That era of boat was built using a lot of fiberglass over wood. If there's any soft spot in the floor there could be problems. Fuel tank- clean it out and check it for leaks!!, If there's no rot or tank leaks then work on the motor, but remember the you should not run ethanol fuel in it. New fuel will ruin the old rubber lines and gaskets, plus other problems. Oh, and make sure the fuel tank is not fiberglass, the new fuel eat up fiberglass. Been a big problem around here. Not trying to dampen your spirits, just been around boats my whole life... But when working, they're a lot of fun!

67swb72klb · 07-03-2012, 12:33 PM

just so u know boat = bust out another thousand

starcraft is a well built boat but if u are out on any rough water the trihull type of boat will give u a bit of a hard ride
looks to be prob a 70s year boat to me

72BlckButy · 07-03-2012, 02:35 PM

Gotta love boats....

BOAT - Break Out Another Thousand

Can't wait to see this project come together Ryan.

74 shortbed 406 · 07-03-2012, 02:59 PM

The first boat I was ever on was one of those.

brianthelion02 · 07-03-2012, 04:51 PM

We do have a jet boat,it is a lot if fun,but fairly expensive!Bought it as a hull and interior for $500,added the motor and jet,which i had already and we have used it for two years now!

brianthelion02 · 07-03-2012, 04:42 PM

Boat= A circle in the water you throw money at!

**Dieselwrencher** · 07-04-2012, 06:42 AM

Thanks for the tips Custom1970!

Yeah, I've always knew these things could be a money pit. When ever I get it home, we'll check it over some more.

Sweet boat Brian!

06-27-2012, 04:26 PM	#1
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,142	Anyone in to boating? New project for me... Today I just acquired a Starcraft TR 150 boat. I don't know what year it is. I'll get the registration when I pick it up Friday. It is a 16' long tri hull, has a 50hp Mercury, and was cheap. It needs some work, but overall it is in good shape. I plan on having my Dad and family help work on it, and we'll all enjoy it together. Does any one have any info on older boats? This is my first one and am just picking up things on them as I go. I've been on many boats, but never owned my own. It'll be a fun experience. Attached Images __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

06-27-2012, 04:33 PM	#2
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,142	Re: Anyone in to boating? New project for me... The seats aren't too bad, but it will need some work on the storage areas. The PO also has the front cusions in his garage at another location. Hopefully they are as nice as the seats. I figure we'll get it running, clean it up, and go test it out. Attached Images __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

06-27-2012, 04:35 PM	#3
hopped up Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: los angeles,ca Posts: 3,617	Re: Anyone in to boating? New project for me... only thing i know about boating is "if it floats or flys, rent it" but could be a fun family project. then again ive never even been on a boat Posted via Mobile Device

06-27-2012, 06:05 PM	#5
fencepost Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Hamilton, AL Posts: 189	Re: Anyone in to boating? New project for me... I've always heard the 2 happest days with a boat are the day you buy it and the day you sell it. As long as the transsom not rotted you should be in good shape.

07-03-2012, 12:11 PM	#6
custom1970 Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Stuart, Florida Posts: 467	Re: Anyone in to boating? New project for me... You definitely need to check for rotten wood. That era of boat was built using a lot of fiberglass over wood. If there's any soft spot in the floor there could be problems. Fuel tank- clean it out and check it for leaks!!, If there's no rot or tank leaks then work on the motor, but remember the you should not run ethanol fuel in it. New fuel will ruin the old rubber lines and gaskets, plus other problems. Oh, and make sure the fuel tank is not fiberglass, the new fuel eat up fiberglass. Been a big problem around here. Not trying to dampen your spirits, just been around boats my whole life... But when working, they're a lot of fun! __________________ 1970 CST LB Fleetside, 402 BB, PS, PB,AC 1968 Firebird 400 conv. 1965 Chris Craft 17' wood ski boat (SN #0001)

07-03-2012, 12:33 PM	#7
67swb72klb Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: livingston co.mi Posts: 2,471	Re: Anyone in to boating? New project for me... just so u know boat = bust out another thousand starcraft is a well built boat but if u are out on any rough water the trihull type of boat will give u a bit of a hard ride looks to be prob a 70s year boat to me __________________ California 65 GTO---Texas 64 burb 283 ---Oklahoma 67 CST SWB BBW wood bed 327 2004r---New Mexico 72 k10 350 350 auto---Georga 72 short step project

07-03-2012, 02:35 PM	#8
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Anyone in to boating? New project for me... Gotta love boats.... BOAT - Break Out Another Thousand Can't wait to see this project come together Ryan. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

07-03-2012, 02:59 PM	#9
74 shortbed 406 Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Bowling Green, Mo Posts: 204	Re: Anyone in to boating? New project for me... The first boat I was ever on was one of those. __________________ 1978 GMC K25 2002 Dodge Dakota R/T rc swb In need of some more goodies.

07-03-2012, 04:51 PM	#10
brianthelion02 Overdrive club Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: apache junction, arizona Posts: 819	Re: Anyone in to boating? New project for me... We do have a jet boat,it is a lot if fun,but fairly expensive!Bought it as a hull and interior for $500,added the motor and jet,which i had already and we have used it for two years now! __________________ 1971 c-10 1951 3100 chevy 1970 chevy c-30 Sold!

07-03-2012, 04:42 PM	#11
brianthelion02 Overdrive club Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: apache junction, arizona Posts: 819	Re: Anyone in to boating? New project for me... Boat= A circle in the water you throw money at! __________________ 1971 c-10 1951 3100 chevy 1970 chevy c-30 Sold!

07-04-2012, 06:42 AM	#12
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,142	Re: Anyone in to boating? New project for me... Thanks for the tips Custom1970! Yeah, I've always knew these things could be a money pit. When ever I get it home, we'll check it over some more. Sweet boat Brian! __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*



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