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08-08-2009, 07:19 AM
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This is my third year with the V and I still do not have one regret. I almost bought a Starcraft Islander but I chose the V and so glad I did. My wife asked me a few months ago (when Powerball was up around 200 million) if we won Powerball, would I get rid of the V-20 and my other two boats to buy a nice shiney new boat with the winnings. My answer was so fast and it was "no way". I told her I would hire the best boat rebuilder to retore the old girl back to her newborn glory like she just came out of the showroom. Then I would put a brand spankin new E-Tec on the transom for a re-power, and watch folks drool! I love everything about the V-20 and wouldn't trade it for nothing.
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1976 Wellcraft V-20 Steplift w/1983 175 HP Johnson 1973 Sears 12 ft. V bottom w/1958 3 HP Evinrude "A boat is a hole in the water, surrounded by wood & fiberglass, into which one pours hard earned money into" 
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08-08-2009, 08:12 AM
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This is my first year with my V20, having come down in size from a 28 foot Silverton Sedan Cruiser. This was absolutely the best move I ever made. With the V20, you can use the boat by yourself, or load it up with your family. Works great either way. I am absolutely in love with my V.
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08-08-2009, 08:23 AM
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I bought my 1987 C/C new in the same year, and since then I have changed the motor three times, had the transom redone to remove the 20" cutout that was original to bring it back to 25", replaced the gas tank this year.............I have trailered this boat from Florida to Texas, fished up to 35 miles ofshore, put almost every kind of fish on it, and explored countless islands and inlets, gone day crusing on inland rivers, and trawled for shrimp, overnight camping trips, I can't think of ever giving up mine. There is a special attachment for my boat that I just can't put into words.........I don't think I will ever be able to give it up....I love how it throws the spray from a wave out to the side in an arc with the sunlight streaming through it! It has such a well thought out design, that everybody who steps on it for the first time is amazed at the amount of storage in it. Even when I had to replace the fuel tank, it was already planned into the design to just unscrew the deck hatch and replace after completion, other boats require a saw! The more I use it the more I love it.........No regrets at all, other of lack of time spent on it.....Heres a recent pic...........Ocean Springs Day 3 (55).jpg This is at Ship Island off the coast of Biloxi Ms. in July 09
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08-11-2009, 05:54 PM
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Naw, I really appreciate all the comments and good advice. The love and passion you guys show for these boats is impressive and its something that I want as well.  I definitely understand that there can be pain involved with an older boat (especially in the wallet) but it seems worth it. Can't wait to start posting about the quirks I am going to have with my V so I can get your guys' help.
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08-11-2009, 06:32 PM
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By the way...love your photoshopping....too funny. I think I remember that pic from a boat for sale....
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08-11-2009, 08:27 PM
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Yep, everyone commented on how high the chines and scuppers rode out of the water. Early 90's model if I remember correctly.
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1985 Wellcraft V-20, Evinrude ETEC 150: SOLD 1979 Marine Trader 44, twin Ford Lehman 120s 2006 Panga 14, Tohatsu 20
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08-12-2009, 08:01 AM
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UH OH! LOOKS LIKE RABBIT'S BOW DECORATION FELL OFF AND LANDED IN THE COCKPIT. GONNA NEED SOME MARINE ADHESIVE TO HOLD IT IN PLACE.
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08-15-2009, 11:43 AM
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Rabbitfish
 Blue Runner............How did you get the pic to come out in that size? When I posted it you had to click on it to enlarge it.....Tommy...
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