16' Stardust Rebuild
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16' Stardust Rebuild
I had already posted a build log when I completed this rebuild a few years ago. The shop where I buy boat building materials has its own forum, can be found here: http://forums.bateau2.com/viewtopic.php?f=10&t=24678
But I'm repowering, figured I will be more active here and post a few pics.
It was a pretty easy job, just pulled off fencing & accessories, re-decked with PT fir 3/4" panels, bolted down with deck bolts, and sheeted with vinyl. I didn't want carpet for holding water and dog hair.
The boat was "aquired" for free, in exchange for removing it stranded on a club's beach:
Since all this we've run it a few times, but the engine has over-heated, and struggles to start. I don't want to put any more money or time into that, so looking for something new (possibly Suzuki DF25?).
Also, the bimini top was stolen, and I rebuilt the transom with Meranti 1/2" plywood and epoxy resin. I built a cradle so I can use an exisitng non-pontoon trailer for the occaional trip to the ramp (all local towing)
Hoping to get back on the water soon with new power.
Matt
But I'm repowering, figured I will be more active here and post a few pics.
It was a pretty easy job, just pulled off fencing & accessories, re-decked with PT fir 3/4" panels, bolted down with deck bolts, and sheeted with vinyl. I didn't want carpet for holding water and dog hair.
The boat was "aquired" for free, in exchange for removing it stranded on a club's beach:
Since all this we've run it a few times, but the engine has over-heated, and struggles to start. I don't want to put any more money or time into that, so looking for something new (possibly Suzuki DF25?).
Also, the bimini top was stolen, and I rebuilt the transom with Meranti 1/2" plywood and epoxy resin. I built a cradle so I can use an exisitng non-pontoon trailer for the occaional trip to the ramp (all local towing)
Hoping to get back on the water soon with new power.
Matt
Re: 16' Stardust Rebuild
Nice Rig! With that big front deck it looks like it was originally set up to fish! A 25 four stroke would be adequate...... but if you aren't horsepower restricted you may want to compare a 40 for money and spare power. just
1995 beachcomber conversion to tritoon with Honda 135 ,
Link to rebuild [url=http://www.pontoonforums.com/viewtopic.php?f=16&t=19016][Knot Normal][/url]
God Bless America
Link to rebuild [url=http://www.pontoonforums.com/viewtopic.php?f=16&t=19016][Knot Normal][/url]
God Bless America
Re: 16' Stardust Rebuild
OH I forgot! Welcome to the forum!
1995 beachcomber conversion to tritoon with Honda 135 ,
Link to rebuild [url=http://www.pontoonforums.com/viewtopic.php?f=16&t=19016][Knot Normal][/url]
God Bless America
Link to rebuild [url=http://www.pontoonforums.com/viewtopic.php?f=16&t=19016][Knot Normal][/url]
God Bless America
Re: 16' Stardust Rebuild
The dogs like to hang out up front. It sits a bit bow-down, wish I had moved the console back a bit to balance their weight. I'll build a bench across the back for main seating.
Looking for cheap, quiet, reliable power...we use it for cocktail cruises in the canal out back. I think a 10hp may even be enough for that, but wanted some margin in case I ever put it in the river with a current. We have a couple other boats for covering distance. Looks like a 40hp would be about $2k more which is a no-go.
According to reference performance reports it should run 13-15mph light, 10-12 loaded, which is plenty.
Looking for cheap, quiet, reliable power...we use it for cocktail cruises in the canal out back. I think a 10hp may even be enough for that, but wanted some margin in case I ever put it in the river with a current. We have a couple other boats for covering distance. Looks like a 40hp would be about $2k more which is a no-go.
According to reference performance reports it should run 13-15mph light, 10-12 loaded, which is plenty.
Re: 16' Stardust Rebuild
I wake up with sticker shock everyday......... Looks like the 25 is all you need!40hp would be about $2k more which is a no-go.
1995 beachcomber conversion to tritoon with Honda 135 ,
Link to rebuild [url=http://www.pontoonforums.com/viewtopic.php?f=16&t=19016][Knot Normal][/url]
God Bless America
Link to rebuild [url=http://www.pontoonforums.com/viewtopic.php?f=16&t=19016][Knot Normal][/url]
God Bless America
Re: 16' Stardust Rebuild
Update with a few pics....I ended up buying the Suzuki DF30. With a generic aluminum Solas 9" prop it runs ~18mph @ 5600. It probably needs an 8" quality prop but they are harder to come by, this works well enough for now.
Also built a new transom, 3 layers of Meranti 1/2" ply as before, but cut down a bit. I also spent my time to drill/fill every hole, and triple coat all the surfaces.
The dogs like it, and it was a good kid hauler over Memorial Day weekend.
Also built a new transom, 3 layers of Meranti 1/2" ply as before, but cut down a bit. I also spent my time to drill/fill every hole, and triple coat all the surfaces.
The dogs like it, and it was a good kid hauler over Memorial Day weekend.
Re: 16' Stardust Rebuild
nice pics Thanks for posting! Kids and Dogs is where its at!
1995 beachcomber conversion to tritoon with Honda 135 ,
Link to rebuild [url=http://www.pontoonforums.com/viewtopic.php?f=16&t=19016][Knot Normal][/url]
God Bless America
Link to rebuild [url=http://www.pontoonforums.com/viewtopic.php?f=16&t=19016][Knot Normal][/url]
God Bless America
Re: 16' Stardust Rebuild
In case anyone was curious, a 16' simple pontoon (light!) with two adults aboard and a 30hp four stroke can pull an adult waterskiing. Deep water start on two skis, and no trouble getting up. Three of us each tried it. Could be a mph or two faster on top end but it worked. Pulled a bunch of kids around on kneeboards too.
Fun Memorial Day again!
Fun Memorial Day again!
Re: 16' Stardust Rebuild
Just think how well it'd pull a skier with 150 hp.
'12 Bennington 24' SSLX Yamaha 150
Re: 16' Stardust Rebuild
My little pontoon has moved into its 3rd life. I bought a place on a creek with ocean access, but through a low-clearance bridge. So the boat needed to get lower, and also more fun.
I sketched up a concept, stripped it down to the deck, had a friend fabricate side rails, found a shop to fab a custom AL tank, found a large dock box, built a folding console, and made some side panels. Need to stitch up a new bimini cover, and make a seat backrest to finish it off. Its got lots of open space now, and fits under the bridge in all but the highest king tides.
I sketched up a concept, stripped it down to the deck, had a friend fabricate side rails, found a shop to fab a custom AL tank, found a large dock box, built a folding console, and made some side panels. Need to stitch up a new bimini cover, and make a seat backrest to finish it off. Its got lots of open space now, and fits under the bridge in all but the highest king tides.
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Re: 16' Stardust Rebuild
HOOOOOLY shit!!!!!!!! that's tight!!!!!!!!!! AND AWESOME JOB!!!!!
Craig and Paula
"THE FLOATER" rebuild Spring 2013
viewtopic.php?f=2&t=15328
94 Party Barge 24' 115 merc
Turning Point hustler 14 x 13 prop
22mph gps 3 people
12 F150
Overland Park Ks
Hillsdale Lake, KS
"THE FLOATER" rebuild Spring 2013
viewtopic.php?f=2&t=15328
94 Party Barge 24' 115 merc
Turning Point hustler 14 x 13 prop
22mph gps 3 people
12 F150
Overland Park Ks
Hillsdale Lake, KS
Re: 16' Stardust Rebuild
Clever move on the laydown helm! Looks like a fun project given the parameters
Big and ugly but we love our 1999/2000 Crest II DL with a Yamaha F115
Re: 16' Stardust Rebuild
I gotta say, as impressive as it all is, I like the flag most!
Paul & Michele
2003 Landau DX 24' Cruise "Loretta Jane"
2003 Mercury 75hp
My Rebuild: http://pontoonforums.com/viewtopic.php?f=16&t=26135
"Don't waste brain cells over something you can do nothing about." --My Wife
2003 Landau DX 24' Cruise "Loretta Jane"
2003 Mercury 75hp
My Rebuild: http://pontoonforums.com/viewtopic.php?f=16&t=26135
"Don't waste brain cells over something you can do nothing about." --My Wife
Re: 16' Stardust Rebuild
WOW.... as someone else said, THAT IS TIGHT.... From the looks of the pictures it looks as if you only have an inch or two clearance going under that bridge.. Is that accurate, if not, just how much clearance do you have?
Roland & Jo
2010 Bennington 20 Sfi
Yamaha 75 4 Stroke
Shreveport, Louisiana
2010 Bennington 20 Sfi
Yamaha 75 4 Stroke
Shreveport, Louisiana