grimsbylander Posted April 6, 2016 Report Posted April 6, 2016 There's always a lot of conversation about boats, the costs, warranties, etc. and thought I'd share this because as a Ranger customer and fan of their products, I thought fellow boat owners would find it interesting. On another site I frequent, there is a post from a guy that owns a 1998 Ranger with a 225hp on it. Not sure if he bought it new but 18 years later, he is having a transom issue. When he stands on the outboards lower end, the transom flexes 1/4". Not good, serious repair money. He contacted Ranger and they said, drop it off next week and we'll fix it, no charge. Failures like this don't happen very often and is likely due to the way the boat got treated but it amazes me that they'll do that for a customer.
buick14 Posted April 6, 2016 Report Posted April 6, 2016 I think they might have that pultruded transom which was supposed to be bulletproof. Good on them for following through regardless ...that's what u want when u pay a premium for a boat even buying used. "Oh u didn't buy it directly new from us? Can't help you" only hurts them in the long run.
irishfield Posted April 7, 2016 Report Posted April 7, 2016 (edited) Tracker and Legend could learn something from that... Edited April 7, 2016 by irishfield
Headhunter Posted April 7, 2016 Report Posted April 7, 2016 (edited) So could Crestliner Wayne, just ask Will! HH Edited April 7, 2016 by Headhunter
craigdritchie Posted April 7, 2016 Report Posted April 7, 2016 That's why I like Starcrafts. When they say lifetime warranty, they really mean it.
Old Ironmaker Posted April 7, 2016 Report Posted April 7, 2016 That's why I like Starcrafts. When they say lifetime warranty, they really mean it. It's a "limited" lifetime warranty from StarCraft on the hull and structure. Just as is for Lund. Like house shingles the depreciation is huge.
Sinker Posted April 7, 2016 Report Posted April 7, 2016 It's a "limited" lifetime warranty from StarCraft on the hull and structure. Just as is for Lund. Like house shingles the depreciation is huge. The trick is they build them right, from the start, and have very few warrantee issues. Mine is bullet proof. S.
landry Posted April 7, 2016 Report Posted April 7, 2016 I perceive Starcraft to be below Lund, Princecraft, alumacraft and Crestliner. That's my perception not fact - am I wrong? Enlighten me.
aplumma Posted April 7, 2016 Report Posted April 7, 2016 I run a 1989 Ranger and it has been flawless in the build department. I chose that year because they changed the pad in 1990 for a smaller wet surface. I have been out in some nasty weather and have not felt scared and with upgraded seats my back has not been jammed even riding the caps of the waves. ( the factory seats back then where 2" foam on plywood). The only thing I dislike is gas was cheap back then and the original motor is a 6 carb 150 2 stroke that burns 4/5th of a gallon a minute at full throttle. I looked into changing it out but at $11000.00 plus for a new motor I think I will wait till it blows up some year in the future. lol Art
Steve Posted April 7, 2016 Report Posted April 7, 2016 I perceive Starcraft to be below Lund, Princecraft, alumacraft and Crestliner. That's my perception not fact - am I wrong? Enlighten me. I own a Lund. I love it. But I wouldn't hesitate to trade it for an equal value Starcraft. And if it wasn't for my love for large mouth bass slop fishing, I would have likely went with a Starcraft off the top. It is a superior open water / big water boat. Starcraft makes a very quality boat. (and much better than Alumacraft!!)
grimsbylander Posted April 7, 2016 Author Report Posted April 7, 2016 I run a 1989 Ranger and it has been flawless in the build department. I chose that year because they changed the pad in 1990 for a smaller wet surface. I have been out in some nasty weather and have not felt scared and with upgraded seats my back has not been jammed even riding the caps of the waves. ( the factory seats back then where 2" foam on plywood). The only thing I dislike is gas was cheap back then and the original motor is a 6 carb 150 2 stroke that burns 4/5th of a gallon a minute at full throttle. I looked into changing it out but at $11000.00 plus for a new motor I think I will wait till it blows up some year in the future. lol Art What seats did you put in it Art?
BillM Posted April 8, 2016 Report Posted April 8, 2016 This thread reminds me I need some Pro ride seats for the Lund.
Sinker Posted April 8, 2016 Report Posted April 8, 2016 I perceive Starcraft to be below Lund, Princecraft, alumacraft and Crestliner. That's my perception not fact - am I wrong? Enlighten me. I wouldnt say below any of those. Take a good look at one, and also notice how many old ones are still on the water. They have always been right up there in the top of class for aluminum boats. S.
Freshtrax Posted April 8, 2016 Report Posted April 8, 2016 I just sold a 60's Starcraft that didn't leak a drop. I've been out with pikeslayer in some nasty nasty stuff in his super fisherman that I wouldn't want to take my 22 glass boat out in..... Star crafts are solid as a rock.
Old Ironmaker Posted April 8, 2016 Report Posted April 8, 2016 I have a 1995 StarCraft Superfisherman 190 in the driveway. I wouldn't trade it for anything.
Freshtrax Posted April 8, 2016 Report Posted April 8, 2016 I have a 1995 StarCraft Superfisherman 190 in the driveway. I wouldn't trade it for anything. The moment you change your mind let me know
Old Ironmaker Posted April 8, 2016 Report Posted April 8, 2016 The moment you change your mind let me know I will. Hopefully I have a few years left in these bad bones before that happens.
BillM Posted April 8, 2016 Report Posted April 8, 2016 I'm sure I'm not the only one that lusted after one of these as a kid while out with the oldman on Lake O trolling for salmon..
fishindevil Posted April 8, 2016 Report Posted April 8, 2016 yes bill you got that right.....it was and still is a very sought after boat and one of the best big water trolling boats ever made.....awesome
dave524 Posted April 8, 2016 Report Posted April 8, 2016 (edited) yes bill you got that right.....it was and still is a very sought after boat and one of the best big water trolling boats ever made.....awesome They stopped making them a couple of years ago so they are holding value well if in good shape. Back then ( early 80's ) I lusted after the same hull but done up as a centre console as the MR 220 V, but settled for an 18 centre console with the Sylvan moniker on the side, was garageable and kept at the ready here a stone's throw from the launch ramp Edited April 8, 2016 by dave524
BillM Posted April 8, 2016 Report Posted April 8, 2016 (edited) If I lived on the big lake, I'd have one of those in the water somewhere Edited April 8, 2016 by BillM
Old Ironmaker Posted April 8, 2016 Report Posted April 8, 2016 That Islander has the exact graphics my 190 has. 20 years old and if cared for still look new. I got lucky to find one.
Sinker Posted April 8, 2016 Report Posted April 8, 2016 That Islander has the exact graphics my 190 has. 20 years old and if cared for still look new. I got lucky to find one. Mine used to have the same graphics until I painted it. Mine is a 16WB Tiller. 1993 I believe....or maybe 91....can't remember now lol. Still as solid now as it was the day I got it. Just a little wear on the paint lol S.
wormdunker Posted April 8, 2016 Report Posted April 8, 2016 I'm looking for a big water boat for Erie. I love the StarCraft. I viewed 1 in Chatham, a 1989 offshore 22' for $10,000., I should have jumped on it, but didn't. If you know of one for sale in very good condition, please PM me. Thanx
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