What year V-20 is popular

[step up here]

I see many years with some changes made, then the v-21 came along which one would you think is the most popular?

[RWilson2526]

86 hands down

[Destroyer]

86 hands down

LOL...:you: Everyone knows it's either the 78' or the 96' :sly:

[Genie Aye]

The "88" is the best for sure:love:

[steplift20]

thats a no brainer everone knows its the 78 year

[reelapeelin]

Since 1999 I've had 3...listed below...and like yer children, it's hard to pick a favorite...although looks-wise the 70s models I like the best, going forward I'd probably not get another one just because of the fuel tank configuration...when Wellcraft started putting the tank in the floor and upped the capacity to 60 galls...was also the time they went to a self-draining floor deck...that'll be my choice down the road...

[RWilson2526]

All kidding aside it is an interesting question that maybe only somebody who worked at Wellcraft would know. How many units per year did they manufacture through the run of 26 odd years.

It certainly seems to me you see more 80's models for sale than either of the other two decades but that may be because the 70's models are finally wearing out other than the ones really well taken care of and maybe the 90's models are still being held on to by their original owners?

Would be fascinating to know though many they sold per year.

[ssiredfish]

No,no.... you got it all wrong, 85 without a doubt.....

[reelapeelin]

All kidding aside it is an interesting question that maybe only somebody who worked at Wellcraft would know. How many units per year did they manufacture through the run of 26 odd years.

It certainly seems to me you see more 80's models for sale than either of the other two decades but that may be because the 70's models are finally wearing out other than the ones really well taken care of and maybe the 90's models are still being held on to by their original owners?

Would be fascinating to know though many they sold per year.


Reckon how we could find out?...I'd like to know too....w/a breakdown of cuddys vs CCs...all StepV-20s, but different boats to be sure...

[jasoncooperpcola]

I would also like to know which is more popular. I realized next year my 83 will be 30 years old! Besides i believe the 82-86 V20s had the same fuel tank,transom, splashwell etc design. So they are the most popular based on this forum and what i have seen around town and for sale. Delivering pizza at night i have spotted six V20s all of that era.

[randlemanboater]

1984 of course.

[phatdaddy]

i totally atgree with rmb, the got it right on the 83 and didn't change anything in 84

[franko]

gotta go with the 86 :beer:

[cfelton]

I.m like Reel, I like the looks of the 70's, guess I'm kinda partial! But all are really popular. I see them everywhere. We rode to Cheasapeake Square in Va. the other day and I saw another one I haven't seen before. It was across from Nansemond High School. Is it anybody here?

[SLOWDUK]

I'm new here but this thread prompts the following questions:

"What contribution does Wellcraft provide this forum if any? Do they provide any sponsorship, technical assistance, company point of contact, etc.?"

Do we have anyone on the inside?

Is the company interested to know what owners of their product have been doing with them? Especially the earliest vintages?

If the answers are in the negative, has anyone from the forum approached the company?

Just a "newbie" wondering.

V/R, Slow

[RidgeRunner]

Noone inside that I know of. Wellcraft has been struggling, like a lot of others. They closed all the manufacturing plants in FL. I guess they are building some in Georgia. I don't see any contributions coming our way from them. Besides we are their worst nightmare, we buy their old boats and referbish and use them well beyond their useful life. LOL! They would prefer us to discard the V-20's and buy NEW.

[Pipe_Dream]

Noone inside that I know of. Wellcraft has been struggling, like a lot of others. They closed all the manufacturing plants in FL. I guess they are building some in Georgia. I don't see any contributions coming our way from them. Besides we are their worst nightmare, we buy their old boats and referbish and use them well beyond their useful life. LOL! They would prefer us to discard the V-20's and buy NEW.

True!

[Destroyer]

Noone inside that I know of. Wellcraft has been struggling, like a lot of others. They closed all the manufacturing plants in FL. I guess they are building some in Georgia. I don't see any contributions coming our way from them. Besides we are their worst nightmare, we buy their old boats and refurbish and use them well beyond their useful life. LOL! They would prefer us to discard the V-20's and buy NEW.

Very true, which in itself is sad, since we are probably their most vocal and loyal supporters. (Although since they stopped making the "V" in 96 I'm guessing that our touting the virtues of a Wellcraft "V" are not really all that impressive to them). :head:

[bradford]

I always liked the early 70's center consoles with the "flat" cap. Also I believe the '78 cuddy had some cool features with the new style cap, a wider splash well that looked like it would be good for twin outboards, turned down bow rails, and the unique layout of the instrument cluster.

Not to sound pissy, but I'd be surprised if anyone at Wellcraft even knew about us or cared. Corporate BS coming into play they want to sell the cheapest boat for the most money and with the economy going south I'll bet something there is having to give. I doubt they'd be interested in providing much support for a mid level boat they ceased production of nearly 20 years ago.

I am glad the V20 was Ray Hunt designed and in existence before a big name manufacturer took it over and I'm really glad it wasn't Bayliner! LOL! Wellcraft at least has some other decently cool hulls such as the Nova, Airslot, (some love them, some hate them) and the Scarab which had the Miami Vice notoriety back in the 80's and also carries some respect in offshore racing circles. These were all great hulls in the own right before being mass produced by Wellcraft.

[the daydreamer]

94 center console has to be the coolest!!!!:nice:

[reelapeelin]

I'm new here but this thread prompts the following questions:

"What contribution does Wellcraft provide this forum if any? Do they provide any sponsorship, technical assistance, company point of contact, etc.?"

Do we have anyone on the inside?

Is the company interested to know what owners of their product have been doing with them? Especially the earliest vintages?

If the answers are in the negative, has anyone from the forum approached the company?

Just a "newbie" wondering.

V/R, Slow

Back in 1999, when I was putting the '74, my 1st V20 together, I called Wellcraft and had a great conversation w/one of their guys...he was very helpful and very knowlegable about the '74...the one thing he stressed was for me NOT to try to install a belly tank...

[the daydreamer]

why did he say that. was it to that model or all models?

[franko]

Wellcraft….16 years after my V20, same quality issues still persist. Good quality = return customers, positive reputation !
Looking at new Wellcraft purchase and concerns of current construction methods deemed a Wellcraft contact was necessary. Dealer / company no replies. New Wellcraft purchase no longer my interest.
Following photos of a 2002 210 Tournament Series !

http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b591/wellcraft20/IMG_1367_zps7aa4fa8f.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/wellcraft20/media/IMG_1367_zps7aa4fa8f.jpg.html)
210 Tournament Edition….looking at possible purchase until I discovered this ^

http://i1293.photobucket.com/albums/b591/wellcraft20/IMG_1390_zps3d2d5da4.jpg (http://s1293.photobucket.com/user/wellcraft20/media/IMG_1390_zps3d2d5da4.jpg.html)
at port stern rod holder ^

[step up here]

After drilling out for installation of rod holder I would coat the marine plywood with a sealer or fiberglass resin to protect from any water . I noticed possibly 5200 or similar sealer was used on top side.Usually fresh water is a bigger enemy then salt water. Not to worry it could still be repaired.

[franko]

After drilling out for installation of rod holder I would coat the marine plywood with a sealer or fiberglass resin to protect from any water . I noticed possibly 5200 or similar sealer was used on top side.Usually fresh water is a bigger enemy then salt water. Not to worry it could still be repaired.

soggy wood prevailed through out gunwale, which threw up a flag for other areas with wood coring. this rod holder was factory installed and should have been sealed. repairable yes….correct construction no !