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    Default Starcraft Fishmaster 196 Hull Replacement question...

    Has anyone Had a hull replaced, or know someone who has had one replaced?

    I have a 2009 Fishmaster 196 and I may need to have the hull replaced. She took a hit in the front and now I have a serious crack... I'm wondering how much it cost to have a new shell put under it..I've heard of it being done as Starcraft has lots of issues with these boats leaking like crazy. I would hate for it to be a total loss as the book values are always terrible on boats! Any information would be appreciated!

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    i had to fix my monark welded hull that cracked took it to the factory in Goshen IN think it was just over 4,000.00

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    How big is this crack you are talking about and where exactly is it located? Is it on an open area or at a structure point?
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    A buddy hit a log with his 196 a few years back and had it sent back to Starcraft. It took forever to get and the new boat name was Frankenboat.. they had rivets going all over the front right but it rode fine. It didn't leak from what i can tell because most of the water came from the spray.. they didn't replace the entire hull they just patched the damaged area. good luck

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    Depending on the crack and location, hull cracks on aluminum can be gmtw welded. Lots of professionals out there that can do amazing work. Some conditions relating to interior foam and location will need to be addressed. Painting afterwards is no big deal. I have welded such things over the years.
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