Forum Please click on Forum Submission to post or reply to questions, comments, stories or anything else regarding Elite Craft. 1 « 2 « 3 « 4 « 5 « Page 6 » 7 » 8 » 9 Forum ID #: 228 Looking for source of wood night light 9-15-06 I own a 1994 Elite, but before I got it, the prior owner allowed the rear night light wood staff deteriorate. Does anyone know where I can get a replacement made of wood ? Also, what is the best cleaner to use to clean it down to the fiberglass as want to remove the milky build up. Have only 128 hours on this boat. Can anyone beat that for a 1994 ? Thanks. Evan E.Insee, Lake Tapps, WA, 253 677 9989 Forum ID #: 229 Looking for source of wood night light 9-15-06 Here is a link where you can purchase a replacement stern flag pole made out of wood http://www.classicboating.com/, they can also recondition yours if possible. We would recommend the "G" pole http://www.classicboating.com/flag_poles02.html as that should be the closest to the original. You can order it in either a walnut or a mahogany finish and you will also need to specify weather you need a one or two pin connection on the bottom of the pole. I have been very pleased with the results of using 3M marine products on my Elite Crafts. You can start with a restorer/wax but if you send me pictures of your boat both close up and with full boat views I may give you some other suggestions. You certainly have low hours on your 1994 and I am sure that is one of the lowest out there although I have a 1990 with only 57 original hours. Look forward to the pictures, Eric Forum ID #: 230 Looking for source of wood night light 9-17-06 Thanks Eric. Will do. Regards, Evan Inslee Forum ID #: 231 I finally found a boat to buy! 9-17-06 After all the searching for a ski boat all over the country, I finally found Geven Aston's '87 Ski Elite within an hour of home! (The boat is in the owner's section of your forum). The boat has around thirty hours and is in good condition. My question regards the wood-grain fiberglass......even though it is in good condition there has been some fading. When I removed the name from the transom of the boat I was left with a "shadow" from the original name. I can see what the fiberglass looked like when new. I hate to bother you with this, and have tried to read the forum to find an answer. However, what questions/answers I have found in the forum about the wood-grain fiberglass relates to deep scratches or gouges. Is there a solution here? Also, can I obtain a copy of the owner's manual for this boat? Thanks in advance, Ken Miller. Forum ID #: 232 I finally found a boat to buy! 9-20-06 Congratulations, I look forward to seeing some updated pictures. I like the results I have had with 3M marine products. 3M makes a restorer/wax that may work but if you send me some close up pictures I can give you some other suggestions if necessary. I currently do not have any Ski Elite owner's manual's but when I do I will be sure to E-Mail you one. Take Care, Eric Forum ID #: 233 I finally found a boat to buy! 9-28-06 How is the new toy working out? Eric Forum ID #: 234 I finally found a boat to buy! 9-28-06 Oh my goodness, you have no idea. I love this thing. I will be taking pictures to send to you for the board. Specifically I will be taking a picture of the swim platform where it goes into the sides of the boat at the waterline. The fiberglass has cracked on both sides and I wanted to ask you if this is normal. I will be sending you close-ups so you can better see what I am referring to. Thanks for your help, Ken Forum ID #: 235 My Boat Redux 9-23-06 I got the Elite out today and installed the rebuilt starter, alternator and new solenoid. Everything is fine except I need to know where the purplish/blue wire goes on the back of the alt. There are three wires basically- the one with the connector, the heavy 12 volt wire and a blue-purplish wire. I had the shop boost the alternators output some to compensate for the blower load- On the back of the regulator there is a diagram that points to each of the four outputs of the alternator- I don’t have that in front of me right now but I thought that the purplish wire went to the AC tap- that shut the gauges down when I cranked the boat up- I took it off and everything is working fine (????) with it unconnected...Would really like to know where that wire goes. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I am calling the alt shop Mon to find out if that terminal is not supposed to be used now for some reason. Thanks Jay Forum ID #: 236 My Boat Redux 9-23-06 Sorry for the delay, what is the status of your boat repair? Thanks, Eric Forum ID #: 237 My Boat Redux 9-29-06 I think I have it figured out, when I asked the shop to boost the alt, they converted it to a self excited field. The purplish (violet) colored wire feeds off of the same resistor that feeds the choke. I think that wire is what excited the fields in the alt old configuration. I have the boat running and everything is working without the violet wire hooked up- I was going to remove it from the harness but think I will fold it back into the jacket just in case. Thanks for getting back. The new starter sure does crank the motor faster !!!J Forum ID #: 238 1980 Riviera 10-17-06 I was reading the forum and see Ken is using his boat in Georgia. I am in the process of moving my Riviera to North Georgia and was wondering what Lake Eric was using? I recently purchased my boat. It was stored without use for 6 years. I replaced all belts hoses wires etc. turned the key and she purred like a kitten. Looking forward to the next boating season on the Lake. Ken Forum ID #: 239 Starter for Pleasurecraft 350 10-21-06 Hi, my name is Robert and I have a 1988 Elite Craft Riviera with a Pleasurecraft 350. My question is, how much should a starter cost for this model engine? Also, if anyone has any recommendations where I can purchase one new or rebuilt. I am located in Miami, Fl. and I'm being charged $240 for a rebuilt unit. I feel the cost is a bit expensive. Your response will be greatly appreciated. Thank you, Robert Forum ID #: 240 Starter for Pleasurecraft 350 10-21-06 First the 350 engine is a GM engine that has been marinized with water jackets, different headers, water impellers etc., by Pleasure craft. You might be able to go to a Discount auto store and get a rebuilt or new one. The next way would be to call around to different Marinas and see if they have a used or rebuilt one. Compare prices. I would start by calling around and getting the best price with the best guarantee. Hope this helps. Dave Smith Forum ID #: 241 Spiffing up my Riviera 10-25-06 I’m the guy in N.J. with the 88/95 Riviera that got the new hull. This year’s projects included new risers/manifolds, cleaning,& paint engine & trans. (300 hrs). Replaced the steering cable. I removed all the hardware including the Iva Lite and had it rechromed ($1,500.00). While it was off, I had a body shop renew the finish. We considered wet sanding (1,500 & 2,000 grit test ) but ended up using a 2” air tool with some fancy new compound. The body guy said there was good thickness of clear gel coat and the finish came out beautiful!! Also had a new custom built (narrow) aluminum tandem trailer built in Fla. With 14” wheels & disc brakes. . The upholstery & carpet were replaced by the factory in 1995 and are perfect. All that’s left is the windshield which, though intact, is delaminating. I may just let the next guy deal with that one. I’m nearly ready to list the boat for sale on your website. And judging from the prices. I felt it was a good idea to invest the work & money to put it in top condition and get the best return. As soon as the hardware is re-installed, I’ll take some pictures. Keep up the good work. Jim Nobel Forum ID #: 242 Spiffing up my Riviera 11-6-06 Impressive, I look forward to seeing the pictures of your Elite Craft. You too keep up the good work. Eric Forum ID #: 243 Winterizing 10-29-06 I bought Bob Zeigler's 86 Riviera and I wrote to the forum on 6/14.At that time I was asking about a wedge plate, but with some float adjustments in the carb we got it running perfect. Had a great summer and took first place in the boat show that I spoke of. Now its time to winterize and I do not have a manual. Its a 302 Ford with the internal cooling system. My guess would be to disconnect the hose from the pick-up filter and put it in a bucket with running water, start the motor and bring it up to temperature, then add antifreeze until it came out the exhaust. If this is not correct I would be willing to buy a owners manual if one is available. Thanks, Gordon Smith Portage Lakes Ohio. Forum ID #: 244 Winterizing 11-6-06 Congratulations on the first place in the show, do you have any pictures from the show? I am sorry for the delay, I have been out of town. Here is a 1985 Elite Craft Riviera Manual, please let me know there is any information you still need that is not in there. Take Care and I am looking forward to the pictures, Eric Forum ID #: 245 Winterizing 11-11-06 You are correct except we used pure antifreeze, not diluted with water. The reason is that some times it left a pocket where just water could sit and freeze. Dave Smith Forum ID #: 246 Propeller Size 11-6-06 I have 86 model Riviera and I'm wondering what is the right size of propeller now the boat is going 33 knots and engine is running 4400 rpm? Thanks, Lennart Sukapää, Finland Forum ID #: 247 Propeller Size 11-6-06 The best prop should be the 13X13 prop for you boat. What prop do you have currently on your Elite Craft? Thanks, Eric Forum ID #: 248 Propeller Size 11-7-06 I have to look next week at the prop. T. Lennart Forum ID #: 249 Looking for the Right Ski Elite 11-21-06 I have owned several ski boats over the years, but nothing that would compare to these timeless classics.. There has been mentioned a few Ski Elites for sale from time to time. I am interested in finding any year for purchase. I’m located in Illinois and willing to travel to get it.. Perhaps the members may know where one is?? Thanks Dave Forum ID #: 250 Looking for the Right Ski Elite 11-21-06 I couldn't agree more, they are truly "timeless classics". I will keep you up to date with new Ski Elite listings and perhaps someone may be selling one that sees this post. Thank you, Eric Forum ID #: 251 1980 Elite Craft Riviera 12-9-06 What is the proper care and maintenance of the mahogany rail at the sides and rear of the boat? Ken Forum ID #: 252 1980 Elite Craft Riviera 12-19-06 If it is a 1980 then it was made up in Michigan and the splash rail would be made out of mahogany. Depending upon the condition of the wood you would refinish it like any other wood. Use painters tape to mask off all of the non-wood areas (fiberglass and stainless steel). Take it down to bare wood, sand it down to as smooth as a surface as possible then stain and varnish according to the material instructions. If there are dark spots you can lighten them with bleach or other products that a marine supply store would have. Just make sure the surface is dry and smooth before trying to stain and varnish. Hope this helps. Dave Forum ID #: 253 Classic Yacht online magazine: free subscriptions 12-20-06 Hello, I am the publisher of Classic Yacht online magazine. I'd like to invite all Elite Craft Boat Owner's Club members to visit the Classic Yacht website, take a look around, and subscribe for free to this new online magazine. 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Forum ID #: 254 Classic Yacht online magazine: free subscriptions 12-22-06 Thank you for the great offer. I will pass this on to our members and visitors. Happy Holidays, Eric Forum ID #: 255 Info Please 1-24-07 I am in Captiva, Fl. and I once saw a boat like this on the water. I was told it was made in Orlando, Fl. I would like to purchase one but would like to know the experience anyone has had keeping the boat in salt water. Is the entire bright work fiberglass or is some of it wood? Ron Kramer Forum ID #: 256 Info Please 1-24-07 The boats were originally built of in Michigan from (1978 to 1983) and then they were later produced in Orlando from (1984 to 1994). The only real wood is the steering wheel and the flag staffs all of the rest is fiberglass. All of the Elite Craft's produced in Florida left the factory with Fresh Water Cooling system which is ideal for salt water and will greatly prolong the life of the engine. The only real wood on an Elite Craft is the steering wheel and flag staffs otherwise you care for the boat as you would any other fiberglass boat, much less maintenance then real wood. Eric Smith Forum ID #: 257 Info Please 1-24-07 Looking to purchase an Elite Craft Ski Elite. Please E-Mail mustard@rodgers.com. Ron Kramer Please click on Forum Submission to post or reply to questions, comments, stories or anything else regarding Elite Craft. |
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