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Unread 06-26-2015, 01:49 PM
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Was lovin' it again yesterday, on cruise from Belmar, NJ to off Brooklyn, NY area and back.

V21 on a calm ocean.........a very nice place to be.
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I am incredibly fond of mine. It's been there for some of my happiest times, and I hope to have it and use it 'til the day I cross the bar.

That's a great looking V and terrific wide open layout.
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Unread 06-26-2015, 08:22 PM
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First year with mine, and im in love!!!
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Unread 09-23-2015, 08:50 AM
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I love my '78 V20. Don't see others too much around Destin, Fl. though.
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Unread 09-23-2015, 08:55 AM
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I love my '78 V20. Don't see others too much around Destin, Fl. though.
Give it time, you develop an Eye for them and see them everywhere.

Soon you'll be driving down the road and almost get in a single vehicle accident checking out an old 70's hull tucked back behind a fence.
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Unread 10-29-2015, 07:44 AM
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Hello I'm new to site and V-20 Hull. I just purchased what I believe to be a 1974 (74 in HID ?). IB/OB running a GM inline 6 cly engine. Helped original owner rebuild power unit and outdrive 2/3 years ago. Traded some labor for couple fishing trips here in Va. Like hull for it's ride ETC. Told owner maybe interested when he wants to sell her.He called me last month he found a great deal on a 22' Chris Craft. I now own the Wellcraft mechically she is good totally rebuild.I upgraded ign system to elect from out points.Is there anything I should be aware off ?...Thanks will be adding top then going fishing..Trans Yank
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Unread 10-31-2015, 12:19 PM
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For all of you that are looking for a V20 I have one that I would be willing to part with... Half way through the restoration and have come to a halt for various reasons..

Do have pics if anyone is interested...
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Unread 11-01-2015, 02:18 AM
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Hello I'm new to site and V-20 Hull. I just purchased what I believe to be a 1974 (74 in HID ?). IB/OB running a GM inline 6 cly engine. Helped original owner rebuild power unit and outdrive 2/3 years ago. Traded some labor for couple fishing trips here in Va. Like hull for it's ride ETC. Told owner maybe interested when he wants to sell her.He called me last month he found a great deal on a 22' Chris Craft. I now own the Wellcraft mechically she is good totally rebuild.I upgraded ign system to elect from out points.Is there anything I should be aware off ?...Thanks will be adding top then going fishing..Trans Yank
Congrats on your acquiring what may very well be the best 20 foot boat ever made.
Welcome to the site. Plenty of guys here with huge amounts of knowledge on the engines and hulls of these water warriors. You asked if there was anything to be concerned about. Off the top of my head I'd say that the most prevalent issues with these boats are soft transoms, rotted stringers and corroded fuel tanks. If the boat has been maintained properly, most if not all of those issues are non issues. I won't go into detail here about how you can tell if you have a problem, there are many others here that can and will do that, plus tell you how to fix them if you do have them. Since you have an I/O, about the most important thing I'd be concerned with is the integrity of the bellows where the outdrive goes through the transom and mates with the engine. It's made of rubber, and like all things made of rubber it can and will eventually fail, allowing water to enter into your boat. (Not a good thing if you're several miles from shore). It's always a good thing to inspect it and replace it every few years. The cost is well worth the peace of mind.
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Unread 11-02-2015, 08:20 PM
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I too love my boat. I can't think of another boat that can run around a choppy bay through really skinny water to get to the perfect sand bar to hang out on and have a few beers and burgers. Then the next day go out in the ocean to go fishing and handle it like a champ. And mine being a buddy with an enclosure the rain doesn't spoil the party. Just love it!!
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Unread 11-06-2015, 04:28 PM
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My opinion ........the big brother to the V20/21 is the SeaCraft 23 Sceptre/ Tsunami.

Similar with classic lines, big open cockpit and roomy cuddy area.

That's about the only boat I might trade my V21 for......or not.

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