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General Category => General Discussion => Topic started by: The Old Guy on December 17, 2018, 09:33:58 AM

Title: T 179 Starflite
Post by: The Old Guy on December 17, 2018, 09:33:58 AM

Good afternoon all. I have just purchased a 1977 T 179. The walk through windshield is sitting in the bottom of the boat and looks as though it was originally hanging on a "plastic" hinge. Does any one have experience with these, repairing or replacing?

Title: Re: T 179 Starflite
Post by: Jason on December 17, 2018, 09:39:47 AM

Welcome!

Here is the hinge. If I remember right, I think you need to drill out some rivets that hold the hinge in place.

http://forum.cgoamn.com/index.php?topic=2901.msg107267#msg107267 (http://forum.cgoamn.com/index.php?topic=2901.msg107267#msg107267)

Title: Re: T 179 Starflite
Post by: Hyperacme on December 17, 2018, 10:21:13 AM

Welcome to the forum TOG !

Check out this section for info, parts, brochures, PIG's, etc.

Vendor and Repair Resources
http://forum.cgoamn.com/index.php?board=7.0 (http://forum.cgoamn.com/index.php?board=7.0)

Title: Re: T 179 Starflite
Post by: 75starflight on December 17, 2018, 12:19:31 PM

Welcome!

I have a V179 which is the same as your T179. As Jason said you will have to drill out a few rivets to install the new strip.

I have a question for you though. On the bow seats, what do you have for a latch system to hold them in place? My 179 just has a vinyl strap with a snap in it.  Also,  If you have pictures of the boat we would love to see them.

Title: Re: T 179 Starflite
Post by: The Old Guy on December 18, 2018, 10:40:25 AM

Hi 75Starflight, Unfortunately I have only just got the boat which is now at my place in FL and I am back in England however as soon as I get back out there in the new year I will check on the front seat fixings and let you know. As for photos, I do have some but as this is the first time I have ever used a blog/notice board I have now idea how to post them. If you wish to send an email address I would be delighted to send some to you. Many thanks for your help.

Title: Re: T 179 Starflite
Post by: Hyperacme on December 18, 2018, 03:39:16 PM

Email them to    hyperacme@gmail.com

And I'll post them for you

Title: Re: T 179 Starflite
Post by: melinprov on January 08, 2019, 05:19:23 PM

I would love to see those pictures too!