Found a 1965 Crestliner Sportsman for project

[fishing3ngineace]

I'm grabbing a 14ft Crestliner Sportsman this weekend to restore. The previous owner mentioned it's rated for 75hp, but I'll be using my 1965 25hp Mercury until I can track down a larger vintage motor. The hull seems sturdy, though it could use some rivets. I'll keep updating you once I bring it home

 

[Winterpolice]

Are you planning to restore the rivets and hull first, or will you get it on the water with the 25hp Mercury before doing the bigger repairs?

 

[Walkerr]

That sounds like an awesome project! The 25hp Mercury should work fine for now until you find a bigger motor, replacing those rivets will really tighten the hull..keep us posted

 

[HungerGames]

Buying a 14ft Crestliner rated for 75hp but running it on a 25hp Merc is like entering a drag race with a lawnmower, you'll float fine, but don't expect respect on the water