Info on sea crafts

[RUSTYNTABATHA]

also Armstrong is aluminum.... I don't care how well you seal it the surface between the transom and the bracket will eventual start to corrode ... fiberglass is the way to go ....

[TomParis]

That would be a wise course of action. = )

Originally Posted by 1977chris

If I do decide to purchase it. The only change I think I will make is take the 4 stroke 115 and put a 2 stroke 115 on it. you guys have been a lot of help. THANK YOU!!

[1977chris]

Having trouble trying getting a bank to finance an older boat. Is there any banks that finance older boats? There asking 19000 for the boat. Banks want me to put 12,000 down. That's crazy. Any other options that you guys know of.

[RUSTYNTABATHA]

signature loan... there re some other lenders for older boats ... but I cant remember...

[Bushwacker]

Originally Posted by 1977chris

Does a Hermco Bracket work a lot better on these boats instead of the Armstrong bracket. What's the difference. Is the Hermco Bracket a lot lighter?

The Hermco bracket was designed by Bill Potter specifically for a SeaCraft, so transom angle is a perfect match. Since it's all fiberglass, it's probably a bit heavier than the aluminum Armstrong, but it's flotation tank is much larger, so that would offset any extra weight, at least when at the dock.

I'd run it with the existing motor before considering a 2-stroke. Main advantage of a 2-stroke will be a stronger mid-range/hole shot that will help it get on plane quicker. The 25" 115 E-TEC weight went to 405 lbs when they put the V-6 lower unit on it, so it may not be be that much lighter than the 100 hp Yamaha. If you really want to reduce motor weight, the I-3 90 hp E-TEC at 320-335 lbs would run at least as strong as the 100 4-stroke. Terry England gets very good performance out of a 90 on his modified 19' Bowrider.

[Old'sCool]

Originally Posted by 1977chris

Having trouble trying getting a bank to finance an older boat. Is there any banks that finance older boats? There asking 19000 for the boat. Banks want me to put 12,000 down. That's crazy. Any other options that you guys know of.

Check with Keith at Trident Funding. You will probably need a survey which is a good is a good idea anyway

[gofastsandman]

Originally Posted by 1977chris

Having trouble trying getting a bank to finance an older boat. Is there any banks that finance older boats? There asking 19000 for the boat. Banks want me to put 12,000 down. That's crazy. Any other options that you guys know of.

This tells me the bank thinks the price is high.

The first flag for me is the bracket on an open transom.
Who did the work?

I would put the motah back on the transom. Does the seller have the original teak splash
well gate?

I have this hull and would be happy to call them and ask questions.
Cheers,
GFS

[DonV]

Originally Posted by gofastsandman

This tells me the bank thinks the price is high.

The first flag for me is the bracket on an open transom.
Who did the work?

I would put the motah back on the transom. Does the seller have the original teak splash
well gate?

I have this hull and would be happy to call them and ask questions.
Cheers,
GFS

Sandy is a wise man concerning the bracket/open transom, I'd have to check that out very carefully!!!

[SnafuFishTeam]

Chris, I would be curious as well with who did the work and what was actually done prior to paint. This boat has been on Craigslist for many months. As I see often, good deals on SeaCrafts on Craigslist go quick, other sit forever. Go test drive the boat. That will tell the real story.

[SnafuFishTeam]

Also, didn't this motor also have like 1500hrs?