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dritter
RO# 19332
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 Posted - Oct 31 2006 : 15:02:01
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I guess let's see what kind of boats people have. I have a 1988 St. Tropez. Just bought it this summer. So far am very happy with it.
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Homeport: Bay Point, Marblehead Ohio
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SondraJoe
RO# 24734
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Posted - Jan 01 2007 : 21:26:12
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My husband and I purchased a 1989 186 Eclipse. We are first timer boat owners. The prop broke the first day we took it out..lol We decided to recover the seats and replace a piece of wood floor...needless to say we are now having to redo the whole hull structure as the wood as all rooted and soaking wet! Does anyone know how we can find the wood dimensions of the hull structure to give to a friend who will recut them for us? I have "googled" it but come up empty. Any other advice is greatly needed as well. LOL
Thanks,
Sondra
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paul712
RO# 23238
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Posted - Jan 02 2007 : 07:25:21
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Hey all, just discovered this Wellcraft section, great idea.
I’ve had an 89 Monaco 3000 four boating seasons now and I love it more every year. It’s the perfect size for me since I solo it a lot.
T-Merc 5.7s seem perfectly sized too, economical to run if you just putter around but plenty of bark with the 4bbl progressives when you want to get on top of the water. But yeah, it’s spendy when you do that.
If I could change anything it would be the cockpit seating layout and the low-raked windshield.
There’s a pic of it here if you want to see it.
http://s117439565.onlinehome.us/slip_107.jpg
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Homeport: Rockport, Ontario (1000 Islands)
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hooks
RO# 13083
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Posted - Jan 02 2007 : 10:41:09
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nice looking boat Paul712
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Regards, Jim
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Homeport: Deforest,Wisconsin..La Crosse, Wisconsin
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Mackeral Hunter
RO# 937
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Posted - Jan 03 2007 : 20:47:49
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SondraJoe,
In the past when I've replaced the wood in a hull I used alot of large cardboard or 1/4 inch plywood, a compass (like a draftsman uses not one with n,s,e,w), a utility knife, scissors, and a hot glue gun to make templates for wood pieces that have to be replaced. By using the compass to scribe the the shape of the hull on the cardboard or 1/4 inch plywood you can come very close to getting the curves and angles to come out right. Then cut the shapes out, if you have to use multiple pieces to make the template use the hot glue gun to glue them together.
2000 model 24 Walkaround with a 200 hp Johnson outboard. I love this boat - I hate the wiring.
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Homeport: Germanton and Harkers Island, NC
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Noodles
RO# 2548
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Posted - Jan 10 2007 : 14:28:54
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My son and I just purchased a 1988 25' Coastal with a bad 350 I/O. Seeing as we both have alot of experience in engine rebuilding (I'm currently in the process of rebuilding a Mercruiser 470 for my 22' Cobia)we got the boat for $3000. Three brothers owned it who were not really boaters at all. The boat itself is in mint condition. Complete enclosure will insure that he and I will be doing some early spring and late fall fishing from now on. Sharp looking boat for sure.
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Barnacle Bill
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Homeport: Connecticut
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mrbobby2002
RO# 25073
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Posted - Feb 01 2007 : 12:24:10
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We just bought a 1991 Corsica 37'. We can't wait to get it in the water.
Does anyone have any idea where we can buy trim parts for the boat? We need a port side exhaust vent cover. The one on the boat looks like it's taken a real baeting during docking.
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Homeport: Ontario
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3birds
RO# 14567
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Posted - Feb 02 2007 : 09:01:08
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We have a Corsica also. I have had no luck contacting Wellcraft for parts. They say the boat is too old. Just the same, give them a try. Otherwise google boat salvage sites. Hope you enjoy the boat.
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Homeport: Dove Canyon CA
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bcatlin
RO# 5732
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Posted - Feb 02 2007 : 12:43:49
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Hi MrBobby,
Funny, the port side exhaust vent cover on my 1985 Wellcraft looks like it's been beaten up by a dock or two as well. I've been looking around, but haven't really measured to make sure what I've found will fit. However you may want to try one of the ones boatfix.com has. Boatfix offers the best prices I've seen and they'll ship to Canada for a reasonable charge.
If you want to make sure your vent cover fits perfect, place a helpticket with boatfix and they will email/phone you with details.
Enjoy your boat!
Bcat
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Homeport: Howe Island, ON
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silver6
RO# 25100
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Posted - Feb 10 2007 : 15:29:07
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Hey yall! I've got a '90 model 233 Eclipse. I have put a new floor in the entire boat, new interior, and the only thing else that hasn't been rebuilt or replaced is the motor. 5.7 Volvo and still runs like a top!!!!(Knock on wood!!!!)
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carol1
RO# 25217
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 Posted - Feb 14 2007 : 18:04:51
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i just bought a 186 eclipse and it's been nothin but fun
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Jeff Parmenter
RO# 25026
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Posted - Feb 19 2007 : 09:50:55
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I've recently purchased a 34' 1981 Californian trawler. By the Hull Identification Number (HIN) it's built by Wellcraft at the tail end of the Marshall Boat Co sale. To keep this 25-year-old, I'll have to spend plenty of money on her! There is lots of living space and good headroom down below to putter around the engines. I'm in the throes of replacing three 8D batteries. Why the previous owner insisted on THREE 8Ds I'd like to know. I plan a summer of buffing hulls, replacing curtains and rewiring where needed.
If there're any other Californian owners out there feel free to speak up! I believe I did my homework before buying but it would be nice to have any warnings from those with experience.
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1981 34' Californian LRC
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Homeport: TX
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mrbobby2002
RO# 25073
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Posted - Feb 28 2007 : 16:30:10
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We just bought our 1991 37' Corsair. It's been on the hard for about a year and a half and as you can see it hasn't been washed or polished for a while. We're looking forward to making her look like new
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Homeport: Ontario
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loppster
RO# 22868
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Posted - Mar 06 2007 : 10:32:27
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I bought a 1983 Wellcraft Elite 200 this past summer. We absolutely love it. Cannot wait for warm weather.
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alk
RO# 5508
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Posted - Mar 06 2007 : 10:52:35
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I have a 23' Excalibur Bowrider that I bought new in 1999. Wish I had some pictures, but I can't seem to find any.
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Homeport: PA
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babyhuey
RO# 25418
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 Posted - Mar 06 2007 : 19:02:27
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Newby here, just found the site. I have a 1977 Nova 210, bought it in 1988, liked it so much I decided to do some minor repairs. So far I have replaced/repaired the transom, stringers, bulkheads. Got the soles in for porta john and added one for a locker between the seats. Right now I'm getting the cockpit sole ready in the basement, cant do much more till the weather breaks.
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Homeport: Harrison Twp, MI
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Joe From Mass
RO# 25447
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Posted - Mar 09 2007 : 22:49:11
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I have a 1999 230 Excalibur 7.4L MPI Bravo 3
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Homeport: Feeding Hills, MA
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scfinch
RO# 18496
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Posted - Mar 14 2007 : 01:25:00
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Purchased a 1987 Antigua 26' 8 years ago. Has been a great boat for my wife and I. Now with 2 little ones we are looking for it to stretch out a little bit... Lots of space for a 26.
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Scott Finch
"Aquasition"
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Homeport: La Crosse, WI
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actaeon
RO# 25587
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Posted - Mar 21 2007 : 21:53:51
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1987 Wellcraft 190 Classic Bowrider W/ Mercruiser 165 Alpha One. This boat was a gift given to me by my father and is has been everywhere from the intercoastals of st pete FL, to lakes in New Hampshire. It now currently resides putting around on the suwannee river in northern florida. I plan to run the river down to the gulf of Mexico this summer. Nice to see an active forum for Wellcraft Owners. I love this boat, and am somewhat of a newbie, so it's nice to meet everyone, and I'm sure Y'all will here from me again :).
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AustinPaul
RO# 17353
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Posted - Apr 05 2007 : 22:17:53
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Hi All! I just traded my '97 Eclipse 2000SS. I had it for two years and it was 100% trouble free. A real nice ride for a 20' in our sometimes choppy wake laden lake.
Below is my, just splashed, '92 2600 Express. She was very well cared for by her previous owner, who bought her new.
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Homeport: Austin, Texas
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tpabayflyer
RO# 18903
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Posted - Apr 30 2007 : 22:08:50
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2000 2600 martinique here..... 7.4L B3 outdrive. Lots of power and rides pretty good. This is my first boat and pretty happy overall.
TBF
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Homeport: florida
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lstockiii
RO# 26153
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Posted - May 04 2007 : 12:33:49
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2005 Coastal 290 w/ new 2007 F250's...
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Homeport: NJ
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Taste of Grace
RO# 26554
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 Posted - Jun 02 2007 : 23:13:29
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My wife and I just bought a 1988 Gran Sport a few months ago, and we really love it . Great boat, love how it handles, very nice roomy, GPH could be better but it's a great boat. We keep it in Chattanooga Tenn. and can't wait to take it down river to the gulf.
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Homeport: Chattanooga, TN
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hooks
RO# 13083
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Posted - Jun 03 2007 : 01:04:36
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Originally posted by Taste of Grace
Hooks,
beautiful boat, I really like the Portofinos. We have a Gran Sport and one of these days I would like to jump to the Portofino.
Taste of Grace
Taste,
Thanks for the kind words about our Portofino. We stumbled on it by chance while boating on the Mississippi in Wabesha, Min. We really just wanted something with room. I'm 6' and the wife is nearly as tall. When we were on a trip we just found ourselves stumbling over each other a little... When we set foot in the Portofino with nearly a 15' beam we were sold. Just a great layout on the 1989 with the single master state room and 2 convertable settea's for extra guests..
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Homeport: Deforest,Wisconsin..La Crosse, Wisconsin
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chickmag11
RO# 26641
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Posted - Jun 11 2007 : 14:35:47
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Purchased a 1983 180XL bowrider a couple of weeks ago. Wellcraft responded to my email inquiries very quickly - seems the engine has been swapped. Now has a 350 V8... somewhat overpowered... Fun so far - perfect for our lakes in Oklahoma!
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welcraft34triumph
RO# 24000
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Posted - Jun 14 2007 : 23:02:06
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I have a welcraft 34 triumph. 1991 repowered with international harvester m444 E. 330 hp diesels new to me last summer. Sweet boat. cruises around 24/25 knts.
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Homeport: Lottsburg,Va.
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R.C.
RO# 26860
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Posted - Jun 18 2007 : 13:58:35
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I have a 1994 Excel 26 SE. Love it!
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Steplift
RO# 27255
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Posted - Jul 06 2007 : 03:06:39
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21' Steplift 
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Homeport: Ilwaco Washtington
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JasonG
RO# 26976
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Posted - Jul 09 2007 : 13:21:38
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I have a '94 Excel 23se, and looking at the pictures of the Marinique, it appears as if they are the same hull.
My boat has this outdated blue stripe down the side, and I am wanting to get rid of it. I presume it's in the gelcoat, is there a way to buff it out?
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Seagrams
RO# 27415
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Posted - Jul 13 2007 : 00:19:56
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I just sold my 2000 Four Winns 230BR(bought new)and purchased a 2002 Wellcraft Martinique 2600. We loved the old boat but from the sounds of this forum I guess we'll love this one too. I'll let you know soon, it goes in the water this weekend.
Pat
2002 Wellcraft Martinique 2600
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Stazi
RO# 27345
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Posted - Jul 13 2007 : 10:24:26
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I have a '96 Excel 26SE.
My buddy has a 2001 Martinique 26
They are identical Hulls and topsides for the most part. Main difference I have noted are the layout of the cabin (cabinetry, etc). His has two small oval windows and I have the signature Excel long wedge windows, and his rear seat is in a fibreglass frame whereas mine is in a chrome pipe frame.
Also his has the 5.7 EFI w/Bravo 1 and I have an 5.7LX w/Alpha Gen2
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Homeport: MI
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TJ7777
RO# 27397
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Posted - Jul 17 2007 : 14:33:46
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I own a Wellcraft Martinique 2600 with a Bravo 3 7.4 Litre Engine.
Someday, I'll move upto a 2800!
TJ
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Homeport: NY
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cliff_sadler
RO# 27688
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Posted - Jul 23 2007 : 18:12:08
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I have a 1995 43 Portofino, and a 1998 370 Sundancer. The WELC takes the prize on open space for sure! It's like sitting in the salon of a 46-50 foot sportfish. Anyone gone through recovering the interior settees with leather? That might be the next project.
Good news, I'm 1/2 mile from the factory.
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Homeport: Bradenton, Florida
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ViciousNoob
RO# 27698
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Posted - Jul 23 2007 : 23:41:33
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Howdy from Austin, Texas
I have a 95 Wellcraft Excel19sx. Here she is....
I call her Chirrosis of the River
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rad1531
RO# 28035
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Posted - Aug 07 2007 : 14:14:20
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Just got a 24' Excel, 1995. Having a Great time with it here in South Florida, best purchase Ive made in years! Pictures to follow.
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Homeport: Margate
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layne4
RO# 19862
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Posted - Aug 07 2007 : 18:50:11
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We have a 1979 200XL Cuddy with a 5.7 i/o that we have owned for 3 trouble free years now. Great boat, we use it every weekend!!
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layne4
RO# 19862
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Gerry863
RO# 28446
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Posted - Aug 29 2007 : 08:43:05
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1999 Martinique 2600 . Just purchased and so far so good. In great shape as she was run in fresh water and kept in a boatel.
I winterize my 43 foot sailboat so plan to do this as well. Read a lot regarding this topic and it doesn't seem too bad.
Want to put on a second bimini and from reading this forum it seems Taylor is the way to go.
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2600 Wellcraft Martinque
Columbia 43 sailboat
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TJ7777
RO# 27397
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Posted - Aug 29 2007 : 08:58:58
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Own a 2001 Martinique 2600-7.4 Merc Stern Drive.
This is a great boat!
Looks great-goes very fast and is all the boat my wife and I need. We saw this at the 2001 boat show and fell in love. We finally bought ours this year- a great deal at 33,000.
I can;t believe that Wellcraft no longer builds these
TJ
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Homeport: NY
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SuperNova
RO# 28552
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Posted - Sep 12 2007 : 09:44:11
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I have a 1986 Nova III with twin 260hp 350's. We boat on the Chesapeake Bay and some small Pa. lakes. I just upgraded last year from a 1986 Elan 197 that originally had a 4.3 205hp which I replaced with an aluminum headed performance 355 that I built. I love Wellcraft because they are a very solid feeling and well-built boat.
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Nautically Challenged
RO# 15645
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Posted - Sep 15 2007 : 12:16:10
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Jason,
Your excel looks exactly like my 2400 Martinique. It's the same hull, just a little longer. My LOA is 25.5.
It's a nice boat. I don't see too many of them here in South Florida. I like the blue line.
Do you trail it? Does it have a full head?
Harry
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2400 Wellcraft Martinique
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Homeport: Ft Lauderdale, Fl
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NovaIIIguy
RO# 28727
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Posted - Oct 03 2007 : 04:08:01
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Hey everyone, Newbie here in MD. Just bought an 88 NOVAIII T-350 MPI'S(repowered in 03). She's doin pretty well. Some minor things needing repl't since re-power; other than that, good sturdy fast boat. From what I've seen, I'm not the only one disappointed w/ Wellcraft's lack of info/support. Oh well, seem's to be more knowledge floating around the forums here. Chat with you all soon....
Mike in MD
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Homeport: Edgewater,Md
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Garyhg
RO# 26188
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Posted - Dec 03 2007 : 19:31:01
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Originally posted by agraff
Wow, just checked my pm's and found that there is a Wellcraft owners forum.
Cool!
I have a 95 36 Martinique. Love the boat for the size, but wish there was more room in the mid cabin. Also looks like later models they made the cockpit bench seat a true U not and L and a bench behind the drivers seat. OH, well, gotta love what you got.
Does anyone have a Westerbeke 7.0 or similar size? I am having some problems with it taking a load. Once it is loaded up it is fine. But when not under a load and the a/c kicks on, it drops real bad.
Adam
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Garyhg
RO# 26188
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Posted - Dec 03 2007 : 19:33:59
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Originally posted by agraff
Wow, just checked my pm's and found that there is a Wellcraft owners forum.
Cool!
I have a 95 36 Martinique. Love the boat for the size, but wish there was more room in the mid cabin. Also looks like later models they made the cockpit bench seat a true U not and L and a bench behind the drivers seat. OH, well, gotta love what you got.
Does anyone have a Westerbeke 7.0 or similar size? I am having some problems with it taking a load. Once it is loaded up it is fine. But when not under a load and the a/c kicks on, it drops real bad.
Adam
yes I have a 3200 Martinique 1997 and have a 7.0 westerbeke have a fairly good understanding of this unit mine did same thing i installed new carb and reset idle
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BILL MORROCCO
RO# 3195
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Posted - Dec 03 2007 : 21:01:53
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Just bought a 1988 Concept which is a rare model made only one year. The boat has a Mercruiser 7.4 with Bravo1 outdrive and stepped hull.
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23' Wellcraft 13' Boston Whaler
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FoxaNova
RO# 25712
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Posted - Dec 03 2007 : 23:25:28
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1986 Nova II "Fox E Nova"
Great boat, fast, dry, pristene and For sale
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baswm
RO# 14976
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Posted - Mar 11 2008 : 09:08:35
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I own a 77 wellcraft nova 260. Twin 350's 260 HP. The motors have low compresson so I purchased a set of rebuilt 88 mercruiser 350's to be the doner motors. Hope to have the boat in the water by May to do some fishing and tubing.
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mattchap30
RO# 25554
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Posted - Mar 21 2008 : 21:35:26
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First boat was a 1986 Wellcraft 192 American-great boat. Second boat was a 1990 Wellcraft 233 Eclipse-even better boat. Third and current boat is a 1990 Chaparral 30 Signature. Sorry guys. Was looking at the Martiniques but we did'nt like the booth in the cabin. Had to make the change. I do miss the Eclipse though.
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Homeport: Erie, PA
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seaduce
RO# 19131
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 Posted - Mar 29 2008 : 11:41:23
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1979 wellcraft 225 suncruiser. love this boat
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Homeport: pittsburgh,pa.
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mvc
RO# 1047
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Posted - Apr 01 2008 : 21:59:28
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Here is my 88 MonteCarlo on the trailer I built for it. Big project....but saved big $$$$ I have construction pic if any one is interested....
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Homeport: Frankfort, Mi
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snsfleetwood
RO# 29760
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Posted - Apr 02 2008 : 11:49:22
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This is our 1986 St. Tropez that we purchased last year in June.
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Homeport: Belton, Tx
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