Skater 18'...
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Shane and I Think alot alike, ( WE LOVE SKATERS ) The 18' started in the 70's and made it into the 80's. I believe it was competing with cougars little cats. but like skater18 said not one of their more famous boats. I think Shane said his old 21 is for sale. What a great boat. Good Luck, Craig
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The original 18's were built in Quebec before Skater moved to Michigan. You still see 18's running around on the lakes north of Montreal.
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Nice pic C12, my 18 only does 75mph. What do I need to do to get it up to 90 mph. My transom is a little loose. Ed I have a '79 skater 18 . I'll try to get some pics for you .
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Here are some links to pictures of my 100+MPH 18' Skater. Ignore the 24 triple, and the 24 twin. It is for sale and is one of the best examples of the late 70s Skaters you'll find.
http://home.wmis.net/~tfoote/beach.jpg
http://home.wmis.net/~tfoote/klaus.jpg
http://home.wmis.net/~tfoote/turb.jpg
It can handle water that'll slow a 25 check, and it seats 6!
If you know of someone who wants a turbo 2.0L on a 79 18' Skater that will run over 100 MPH (on pump gas), send me an E-Mail.
Todd
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http://home.wmis.net/~tfoote/beach.jpg
http://home.wmis.net/~tfoote/klaus.jpg
http://home.wmis.net/~tfoote/turb.jpg
It can handle water that'll slow a 25 check, and it seats 6!
If you know of someone who wants a turbo 2.0L on a 79 18' Skater that will run over 100 MPH (on pump gas), send me an E-Mail.
Todd
[email protected]
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Didn't the 18 "S" model have a true tunnel, without the center pod?
I grew up riding in an 18. It was a great little boat, especially for cruising in small lakes all day long at 80 mph with 4 people. The flip down back seats always made for an interesting ride though when the water got a little rough. Made for a nice ski boat too--I think my uncle got up to about 60-65. Just a little crazy.
I grew up riding in an 18. It was a great little boat, especially for cruising in small lakes all day long at 80 mph with 4 people. The flip down back seats always made for an interesting ride though when the water got a little rough. Made for a nice ski boat too--I think my uncle got up to about 60-65. Just a little crazy.
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1979 Skater 18
I have a 1979 Skater 18 for sale if anyone is interested. The hull has a new transom (Solid!) and custom interior. 1991 Johnson GT 200. Runs 70 mph. (807) 468-1167. Kenora, ON, Canada.