1970 correct craft Newport help

Hey guys I just registered and this is my first post.
I'm buying my first boat which is a 1970 correct craft Newport. Its an inboard outboard. I'm not very mechanically inclined in the boat world but anyways I was just curious to what all I should do to this thing for preventative measures. I'm gonna take it to dale hollow in a month for the weekend and don't want it breaking down and ruining the weekend. So what all exactly can I do to this or should I do to it to make sure it don't break down. Does anyone ever have much problems out of the Chevy 6 cylinder that's in it? I know it needs a new fuel tank BC the steel one rotted out. Its been sitting in a barn for quite a few years but was started up running two years ago. Thanks!!!

Not sure how to post pictures. The out drive I'm sure is original.. Whatever came on it. And thanks!!

Is it a Dark Nasty or a Light Nasty ? Either way both Nasty Greens are a very valuable collector color.   What color is the outdrive ? Nasty Black or Nasty Off-White ?

Ok ill try again when I get home. Its a dark green (looks like *************** green). I'm sure after it gets dusted off and waxed the green may shine again. I think white on out drive but can't remember now. And I can't find anything about a Newport neither. I think the guy is wrong about the model so I'm gonna have to get some pics on here so you guys can correct that. I'm picking up the boat this weekend and have only seen it one time.and what you mean by collectors color? Meaning I shouldn't touch the paint? You guys are a great help I love the quick replies!

You can see in the reference section that there was a Freeport in the late 60's - early 70's. Here's the one in the '72 booklet which may be your color (but it's a jet drive). Maybe it is a Freeport you're getting and not a "Newport"?

1972:


1968:

The mention about "collectors" is that most would prefer it to be factory original... there's a lot to be said for that.

You'll turn some heads with a puke green 1970 machine like this.

It's a pretty cool boat!

Good deal then I won't paint it. I'll leave it the way the next guy will want it.

Assuming the boat is factory original, the outside surface is gelcoat not paint. Gelcoat is a resin material which is applied similar to paint but is quite a bit thicker.

stroker221 wrote: And also it is a nasty green color so I'm going to have it painted orange. What do you guys prefer for a spray on paint and primer on the cheaper side? A paint shop ows my dad a favor so the labor will be free.

Depending on the condition of the Gel, if it's faded or cloudy, your free body shop guys could do a wetsand and polish/buff/wax to restore it to a shiny new look again.

Congratulations.
Boat is a four letter word, that being said you will break down at some point as I know we all have. That's why I don't run when I see someone needing a row. Get sea tow and always have water and sunscreen bc it gets hot when you are stranded. If you're not mechanically inclined, I bet you will be soon. I doubt the engine will be a problem once plugs, wires, fluids, rotor, cap, points are changed. Check carb for obvious leaks if it runs. I suspect the lower unit to be your biggest headache. Double check your tilt/trimotor and all it's electrical connections. Find a good MARINE mechanic. Best of luck. Oh yeah, impeller and tstat too, check for any cracked hoses.

quinner wrote: Assuming the boat is factory original, the outside surface is gelcoat not paint. Gelcoat is a resin material which is applied similar to paint but is quite a bit thicker. stroker221 wrote: And also it is a nasty green color so I'm going to have it painted orange. What do you guys prefer for a spray on paint and primer on the cheaper side? A paint shop ows my dad a favor so the labor will be free. Depending on the condition of the Gel, if it's faded or cloudy, your free body shop guys could do a wetsand and polish/buff/wax to restore it to a shiny new look again.

alright I see if he will do that after he determines if it is a gel coat or not. Thanks.

Orlando76 wrote: Congratulations. Boat is a four letter word, that being said you will break down at some point as I know we all have. That's why I don't run when I see someone needing a row. Get sea tow and always have water and sunscreen bc it gets hot when you are stranded. If you're not mechanically inclined, I bet you will be soon. I doubt the engine will be a problem once plugs, wires, fluids, rotor, cap, points are changed. Check carb for obvious leaks if it runs. I suspect the lower unit to be your biggest headache. Double check your tilt/trimotor and all it's electrical connections. Find a good MARINE mechanic. Best of luck. Oh yeah, impeller and tstat too, check for any cracked hoses.

OK thank you for your helpful post. I would like to replace anything any everything that's cheap that could normally leave anyone stranded. And will definitely go through the l/u to make sure its up to par and see what all it needs. I think he said it was a mercruiser? Or somethin like that idk

DrCC wrote: If anyone says: OMC Electric Shift just runaway fast.

My mother in law still has one. I shutter when she calls me with a problem for me to take a look at!!

Ok so replace all gaskets in l/u & upper and check all bearings, U-Joints, Pump Impeller, Bellows and Shift Boot for wear? I'll check the bilge pump and blower too.

Not real sure, but maybe these guys.

stroker221 wrote: Ok that looks like a good site with everything I'll need. Thanks.. Since these boats are somewhat rare, I can't find anything on which mercruiser it has.. If they only put one type of upper&lower on for that year which one would it be? Mc1&R, MR & ALPHA 1, ALPHA 1 GEN II, or BRAVO 1 & II?

So, The LU is black? CC would have install any I/O on it. It was anything they get at the time considering their financial situation. Where are the pictures??

You say you are picking it up this weekend, have you actually completed the transaction?

If not, you might want to consider walking away from the deal, or at least post the price so the experts here can advise.

Per above, a regular inboard may be a better choice if you are, as you say, not "mechanically inclined".