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Offline Madbohunk

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New member from Ne.
« on: January 13, 2015, 06:08:42 PM »
Hi everyone, i'm from Bellevue ,Ne.  Just purchased my first Glastron. A 1975 V-179 Starflite.  A two owner,all original, all manuals,all reciepts since new, bill of sale, a file full of goodies, and oringinal trailer. I thank my wife for suggesting i call and get  info on the boat, she thought it looked cool. I'm a semi-retired construction superintendent, married almost 35 years, a daughter,son,daughter-in-law, and 2 grandsons. I've owned several classics ,but never this new or and I/O, so excited the learning process.
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Offline 75starflight

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Re: New member from Ne.
« Reply #1 on: January 13, 2015, 07:25:27 PM »
Welcome to the group!
Beautiful boat BTW!

The reason I say that is I have a twin to it, Here in central city, ne. Hope to see you some time on the water.

Brandon

« Last Edit: January 13, 2015, 07:31:20 PM by 75starflight »
1975 v-179 starflite

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« Reply #2 on: January 14, 2015, 07:47:53 AM »
Great find, congrats!  Last January 2014 I ended a 3 year search and have a nice classic Glastron also, turned out to be a great boat and I hope you have similar results :)

Link to mine...:
http://forum.cgoamn.com/index.php?topic=4976.0

Good original boats are out there, takes time and some luck.  Looks like you had both, congrats again.
« Last Edit: January 14, 2015, 10:42:24 AM by Maclin »
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Offline MarkS

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« Reply #3 on: January 14, 2015, 08:17:06 AM »
Glad to see you made it over here Bohunk, this is a great resource for info and support.  The Starflite design is a great one, I think you'll really enjoy this boat once you get it sorted out!
Mark
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Offline Hyperacme

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Re: New member from Ne.
« Reply #4 on: January 14, 2015, 10:03:38 AM »
Welcome to the forum Madbohunk !
Is that the one from Craigslist ?
If so you got a very nice original Glastron !

Offline dorelse

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Re: New member from Ne.
« Reply #5 on: January 14, 2015, 10:22:59 AM »
Welcome!
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Offline bellj

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Re: New member from Ne.
« Reply #6 on: January 14, 2015, 01:20:54 PM »
Welcome aboard Madbohunk!   :)

You've come to the right place - the people on here are in general the most generous, helpful, and knowledgeable I've ever encountered. Enjoy!
Jim, Patti, & Samantha
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Offline Plugcheck

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Re: New member from Ne.
« Reply #7 on: January 14, 2015, 03:07:36 PM »
Welcome to the group, several of us hail from NE, hope to see ya on the water.
Michael
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Offline Glastronjohn18

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« Reply #8 on: January 14, 2015, 08:50:42 PM »
Welcome aboard Madbohunk! Nice looking Starflite. Don't be bashful with the pictures. We love pictures. It's best if you use Photobucket,etc. You will find a wealth of info here and a very active forum. Again Welcome.

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Offline Maclin

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« Reply #9 on: January 15, 2015, 07:48:21 AM »
Hey Madbohunk,  what Vovlo Penta drive and engine does this boat have?  Do you have other boats now also?
Dan
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Offline Madbohunk

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« Reply #10 on: January 15, 2015, 07:22:24 PM »
Thanks to all for the warm welcome. The starflite has a AQ130C with a 270 outdrive,this is our first I/O so it will be a new experience, but very excited. We use a local lake 20 minutes from the house so were on the water in 30 minutes, makes it nice for mid-week cruising.  We also have a 1965 Shell Lake 15' Cadet (got it from the original owner, with paper work), and as soon as the gentleman gets back from Florida a 1956 Bell Boy. Just recently sold my 1959 Dorsett Catalina. Always liked the look of Glastrons so very glad to have one. Again thanks to my wife for encouraging to inquire on this boat. She's very understanding with my hobby. The only thing she says is " this isn't a boat yard" , i had 4 in the driveway once. Glad to be here and thanks in advance for the info i'll need. madbohunk safe boating
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Re: New member from Ne.
« Reply #11 on: January 18, 2015, 09:51:34 AM »
Welcome to the club. The Nebraska group gets together occasionally. Look forward to meeting you and seeing the boat.
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