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October 29, 2019, 07:53:51 AM
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outboardsurplus

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20' aquasport striper
« on: October 29, 2019, 07:53:51 AM »
Have a question for you guys in the know,looking at a late 80's or early 90's 20' striper.Has a good for and transom,but that is all for $1500.What I'm wondering is it worth rigging it with a motor,controls and at least a galv. trailer for that money.Thanks for any info.

October 29, 2019, 06:00:45 PM
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RickK

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Re: 20' aquasport striper
« Reply #1 on: October 29, 2019, 06:00:45 PM »
The 196/200 is the perfect sized boat - still small enough to handle by yourself yet big enough to take a few of the family or friends out and not be in each others way.

Here is a link to a '92 catalog definition page that explains the "packages" like the Striper
http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=2879&title=as-all-mods-1992-8&cat=575
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October 29, 2019, 06:19:15 PM
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Re: 20' aquasport striper
« Reply #2 on: October 29, 2019, 06:19:15 PM »
Can't clink on the link for some reason.

October 29, 2019, 06:28:41 PM
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Re: 20' aquasport striper
« Reply #3 on: October 29, 2019, 06:28:41 PM »
 :PicsNeeded:

A Striper is just an Osprey with some doodads added. Below is circa 1992



As for rigging, that is more dependent on your budget. Along with what you listed, I would add a new fuel tank as well.

Good luck.
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October 29, 2019, 07:03:44 PM
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Re: 20' aquasport striper
« Reply #4 on: October 29, 2019, 07:03:44 PM »
I did forget to ad they said they did put a new fuel tank in it,just wondering if it worth another $3-4k to fix up

October 29, 2019, 07:21:34 PM
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« Reply #5 on: October 29, 2019, 07:21:34 PM »
So 1500 withy a new fuel tank? Right?  It sounds like a good deal to me.  By comparison, I paid 2600 for my 1979 CCP.  I sold the motor and seating for 600 leaving me 2000 into it.  You can maybe find a hull for less, but no telling how long it will take or what issues you'll find.  If you can riggings it and make it useable for 3-4K you'll have a useable boat for far less than new or even late model used. 

On the other hand most people find they underestimate cost and time.  I did a stringers up rebuild with new everything, but I'm crazy.

The is it worth it question isn't quite so clear.  Only you can decide what it's worth to you. 

October 30, 2019, 07:11:06 AM
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« Reply #6 on: October 30, 2019, 07:11:06 AM »
The is it worth it question isn't quite so clear.  Only you can decide what it's worth to you.

Agreed.
I sold the original motor off my 1991 WAC and then turned around and replaced it with a new motor. A sizable investment for such an old hull but for me and my use, WAY cheaper than another boat/hull. Was it worth it? To many, absolutely not but to me, hell yes.

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October 30, 2019, 08:47:17 AM
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Re: 20' aquasport striper
« Reply #7 on: October 30, 2019, 08:47:17 AM »
Thanks for all the replys,I may just stay with the 17ft I have already

October 30, 2019, 03:35:52 PM
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Re: 20' aquasport striper
« Reply #8 on: October 30, 2019, 03:35:52 PM »
Keep in mind that a 1990 stripper is still 30 years old - so she's not exactly a spring chicken!  (.)(.) 

But it all depends on maintenance and how well she has been treated.  Some 30+ year olds look like they are in their 20s.   :72:  But people are usually surprised when I tell them my CCP is a 40 year old.   

Like Bob, I repowered my 1980 22-2CCP with a new Merc when the old one died after 30 years of service - never questioned it - I know what I've got, the bugs are worked out, the wiring has been re-done, and the tank is new.  And I don't have $80K invested! 

All being said - $1500 seems like a good deal for the hull - especially with a new tank. 
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