{"id":906847,"source_id":115,"location":"Western, MA","address":"","latitude":"42.4531","longitude":"-73.2471","uid":"l02dfq","orig_id":"7800009864","slug":"1983-American-Skier-255hp-l02dfq","title":"1983 American Skier 255hp","text":"New floors, flotation foam, steering cable, stuffing shaft, carburetor, freshwater pump, and ignition. Battery is about 3 years old and still strong.  Boat operates very well and is in decent condition for its age. Trailer is galvanized and has fresh bearings and seals. Tires are about 5years old with low miles on them. Don't really like to sell this but my dog needs TPLO surgery.<br>\n<br>\nEngine is a 351 Commander Marine engine (255hp) with stainless steel exhaust manifolds that last forever. It still performs very well with 819 hours showing on the hour meter. New intake hoses, new fresh water impeller, (reinforced the stock bracket for FWP) and a new fresh water strainer. <br>\n<br>\nPertronix ignition system (new spare ignition kit with rotor and module for emergencies if needed), and new ignition wires.<br>\n<br>\nHolley R9392 4 bbl carb has an upgraded primary float bowl with external float adjustment. This makes needle/seat changes and setting float height very easy (10% ethanol pump gas deteriorates them). Ethanol compatible fuel lines and carb accelerator pump have been installed.  Mechanical fuel pump still puts out 6 psi and draws over 10 lbs of vacuum with ample flow volume. <br>\n<br>\nHas a newer group 27 marine battery (Aug. 2019) and is equipped with a high mount starter (easy access). 14.5 volts alternator output.<br>\nGauges and charging system work (except clock). Speedo chrome has minor pitting. Propeller, shaft are in good shape. Stuffing box is new as is the strut bushings (fall of 2020). Floatation foam is new as are the 3/4 marine plywood floors (June/2020).   <br>\n<br>\nHull is in very good condition for age with not much UV fading, but has osmotic blistering below the water line (recommend out of water storage when not in use).   The blistering is a cosmetic problem and not structural, and commonly occurred in pre 1992 boats used in warmer waters. Gel coat has some small scratches and dings, but not very many for the age of this boat. Some I have filled and sanded smooth with epoxy resin that reside below the water line.<br>\nInterior bumper cushions are aged but not ripped. L seat cushions are new and match bumper material. A easily removable stern bench seat cushion also has matching upholstery. <br>\n<br>\nSwim platform is teak and in decent condition (comes with wood treatment products). <br>\n<br>\nFuel tank is aluminum 19 gallons and in great condition (fuel level sender and fuel supply check valve both work). <br>\n<br>\nNew bilge blower and ducts, exhaust scuppers, and fresh air intake ducts.<br>\n<br>\nBoat is structurally solid with 3/4 marine plywood floors, spar urethane, and removable rubber backed carpeting so it can dry quicker. Old flotation foam was taken out and hull was open air dried for 10 months (foam was removed 9/2018).  New foam is installed up past dash area (full stringer length). Support was added under floor to keep the dash from ever sagging. <br>\n<br>\nEngine cradle areas are intact, and no stress cracks are showing anywhere on stringers or hull. <br>\nSki pole/engine/trans frame mounting areas are solid and in great shape (aluminum one piece engine/trans/ski pole cradle).<br>\nHas a pivoting driver's seat (still have the original factory seat and base if you prefer that one).<br>\nHas a working 2 speaker stereo system.  <br>\n <br>\nComes with single axle galvanized trailer with new leaf springs (2000 lb each side), sand blasted/repainted rims and new tires September 2018. Trailer has propeller/skeg guard style frame.<br>\n<br>\nI still continue to use it every season.  It's a great boat to go and have fun with, whether anchored or towing skiers and tubes. Has all the grunt you need to tow multiple tubes or skiers.<br>\n<br>\nComes with adapter for running engine from a hose fed reservoir (5 gallon bucket), the recommended way to run them when out of the water. Very affordable boat that still has plenty of time to provide excellent water recreation.<br>\n","original_price":"$5,000","price":7000,"year":1983,"size":18,"original_url":"https://westernmass.craigslist.org/boa/d/pittsfield-1983-american-skier-255hp/7800009864.html","createdAt":"2024-11-07T13:10:59.000Z","updatedAt":"2024-11-08T12:14:23.000Z","listAttrs":[{"id":9098465,"list_id":906847,"attr_name":"boat type","attr_content":"ski boat","createdAt":"2024-11-07T13:10:59.000Z","updatedAt":"2024-11-08T12:14:23.000Z"},{"id":9098466,"list_id":906847,"attr_name":"propulsion type","attr_content":"power","createdAt":"2024-11-07T13:10:59.000Z","updatedAt":"2024-11-08T12:14:23.000Z"},{"id":9098467,"list_id":906847,"attr_name":"condition","attr_content":"good","createdAt":"2024-11-07T13:10:59.000Z","updatedAt":"2024-11-08T12:14:23.000Z"},{"id":9098468,"list_id":906847,"attr_name":"engine hours (total)","attr_content":"816","createdAt":"2024-11-07T13:10:59.000Z","updatedAt":"2024-11-08T12:14:23.000Z"},{"id":9098469,"list_id":906847,"attr_name":"length overall (LOA)","attr_content":"18","createdAt":"2024-11-07T13:10:59.000Z","updatedAt":"2024-11-08T12:14:23.000Z"},{"id":9098470,"list_id":906847,"attr_name":"make / manufacturer","attr_content":"American Skier","createdAt":"2024-11-07T13:10:59.000Z","updatedAt":"2024-11-08T12:14:23.000Z"},{"id":9098471,"list_id":906847,"attr_name":"model name / number","attr_content":"American Skier","createdAt":"2024-11-07T13:10:59.000Z","updatedAt":"2024-11-08T12:14:23.000Z"},{"id":9098472,"list_id":906847,"attr_name":"year manufactured","attr_content":"1983","createdAt":"2024-11-07T13:10:59.000Z","updatedAt":"2024-11-08T12:14:23.000Z"}],"listImgs":[{"id":12346433,"list_id":906847,"img_url":"https://images.craigslist.org/00J0J_5RZJb9pKjvV_0CI0t2_600x450.jpg","img":"1983-American-Skier-255hp-l02dfq","createdAt":"2024-11-07T13:10:59.000Z","updatedAt":"2024-11-08T12:14:23.000Z"},{"id":12346434,"list_id":906847,"img_url":"https://images.craigslist.org/00u0u_dRqfu1k6Dwx_0CI0t2_600x450.jpg","img":"1983-American-Skier-255hp-l02dfq","createdAt":"2024-11-07T13:10:59.000Z","updatedAt":"2024-11-08T12:14:23.000Z"},{"id":12346435,"list_id":906847,"img_url":"https://images.craigslist.org/00S0S_a16AyTlAZnm_0CI0t2_600x450.jpg","img":"1983-American-Skier-255hp-l02dfq","createdAt":"2024-11-07T13:10:59.000Z","updatedAt":"2024-11-08T12:14:23.000Z"},{"id":12346436,"list_id":906847,"img_url":"https://images.craigslist.org/00h0h_jU5u48DxeUV_0lM0t2_600x450.jpg","img":"1983-American-Skier-255hp-l02dfq","createdAt":"2024-11-07T13:10:59.000Z","updatedAt":"2024-11-08T12:14:23.000Z"},{"id":12346437,"list_id":906847,"img_url":"https://images.craigslist.org/00202_9VmmRkeUQ0f_0CI0t2_600x450.jpg","img":"1983-American-Skier-255hp-l02dfq","createdAt":"2024-11-07T13:10:59.000Z","updatedAt":"2024-11-08T12:14:23.000Z"},{"id":12346438,"list_id":906847,"img_url":"https://images.craigslist.org/00505_duteOlLdEe9_0CI0t2_600x450.jpg","img":"1983-American-Skier-255hp-l02dfq","createdAt":"2024-11-07T13:10:59.000Z","updatedAt":"2024-11-08T12:14:23.000Z"},{"id":12346439,"list_id":906847,"img_url":"https://images.craigslist.org/00f0f_eZnVdesVeTa_0CI0t2_600x450.jpg","img":"1983-American-Skier-255hp-l02dfq","createdAt":"2024-11-07T13:10:59.000Z","updatedAt":"2024-11-08T12:14:23.000Z"},{"id":12346440,"list_id":906847,"img_url":"https://images.craigslist.org/00S0S_gvwZB9a9INY_0CI0t2_600x450.jpg","img":"1983-American-Skier-255hp-l02dfq","createdAt":"2024-11-07T13:10:59.000Z","updatedAt":"2024-11-08T12:14:23.000Z"}]}