Starweld are decent boats but they are NOT a welded boat that compares to those found in the Pacific NW.

Starcraft boats welded or riveted. Our aluminum fishing boats are designed and built with input from professional fishermen the guys who are out there every day and know what it takes to be a winner. Never had any issues with it. Theres a sense of pride at Starcraft that you wont find anywhere else.

When I was shopping a couple of years ago -- I was looking at the Lund - Crestliner - Alumawelds - Thunderjets - and Northriver. Riveted boats that have leaky rivets need the rivet reseated sometimes replaced. The stringer system is welded together in a jig to ensure proper alignment and is riveted to the hull bottom to create a uniform hull structure.

I have a great respect for Starcrafts construction and had the pleasure of restoring a 20 IO in 2003. Because aluminum boats are currently available with reverse chine hulls in both riveted and welded models the question becomes which is better. Jan 8 2006 Messages.

My previous boat was crestliner tiller welded. 60 is too light for a 1675 I think. Having owned a couple welded hulls I prefer the handling of a boat with external ribs and you dont get those on a welded hull.

But personally I wouldnt buy a riveted boat. Has a welded hull and lots of room William W Waseca MN. Standard Features for all DuraNautics.

Starcraft is leading the industry in quality and innovation with fun versatile boats that are well within reach. In the midst of the tour the Lund rep took pains to point out all the advantages of riveted construction over welded aluminum construction. When you have the backing of that organisation most dealers and.