StarCraft

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I looked over the site and found a little on them but dose anyone here other than Matt have one ? Looking form more info on them like the drive system and so on.
Spec's would be nice also. And Pics Let me know what you have.
Thanks Guys

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Did thy ever make a StarCraft in another color other than Yellow ?

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Ok here is the deal ! I didn't want to say anything as I didn't want to get Skyped on this deal But I just got a Killer deal on a StarCraft !
I have wanted one since I sold m Wedge. I want to redo it some what Resto mod. Like better wheels and so on.
I will post pics when I pic it up this weekend.
Just looking for info and what anyone know on these ?

[Don]

Did you get the silver one in WV?

I've had one for some time, but haven't done anything with it yet. The drive train is a little weak on the final drives from what Matt O. says (his is a racer).

Good luck with it!

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Yes I just bought it today ! I am SO STOOKED !!!
I worked for Weeks to get it as he sold it to another guy and he decided it was not for him so he called me today and I GOT IT !
Going this weekend to pick it up. WOW !!
Sorry but Man try to find one ! Plan on going over and doing it up rite. Won't know what I am in for till I get it home but for the price I am good to go.

[Nick O.]

Sounds like you're about to take on a fun project! The literature Starcraft produced revolved around their prototype machines (all from about 1969), and none actually show the production models. Early designs didn't use the T20. A journalist nearly capsized the machine during a demonstration, thus ending the small body style. The prototypes were to be destroyed, but somehow one snuck through the cracks and is now in the Mudd-Ox collection. Production was only in 1971 and less than 50 machines were built. There was a factory racing team as well.

Starcraft sold their 6x6 inventory to H & H Properties, and they built the machines through Molded Products who also built Hurricane Boats. Some 6x6's have "Starcraft" emblems on the side and dash, while others say "Hurricane." We have seen serial numbers mixed between both brands, which suggests frames weren't assembled sequentially. There is also rumor Starcraft also built the Sears Sporter. If you look closely at the two machines, they're very similar.

Skidding Through Time - Mudd OxMudd Ox

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StarCraft.jpgStarCraft2.jpgI watched that vid over and over say MAN I want one of these ! I also like the roll bar on one of the members here .
Matt. I will see if the # tag is on it when I pick it up. Also it has a V twin briggs in it already so some of my work is done. I will post pics as soon as I can. It need some work like the top of the body mounted as it is held o with Jeep atches rite now. All in All it is a running driving machine But I know me and it will get an overhaul for sure. BUT I want to play with it also !!
Here is the two pics I have that he sent me.

[Don]

Very cool videos. I must have missed the history vid until now- thanks for the link, Nick!

[JoeMeg]

Nice Starcraft,Wedge!

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So with no real production #'s on these is it a Restore OR a Modified runner ?
Want a six to play with but know this is not one to beat in major mud holes.
Anyone run around in one of these ? I Love the older six's but don't want to kill it !
Any opinions on this ? What your all thoughts ??

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Well she is home. Going to be a Project to say the least !! Has a Vin Tag so I will get the #'s off it. Need some LOVE on the upper and Lower body for sure ! Has a 16 hp briggs in it with No gov and some kind of carb on it ?
Will get into it sunday as I just rooled in after being on the road since 6am this morning till now.
Anyone know if there are body parts around for it ?
Rear hood is Not the best of shape.
If you have one please send me pic's of the rear and inside the engine compartment please.

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StarCraft Pic's

Here is what I have. If there was 50 made is this the Last one ?

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Well Cleaned the carb and aired up the tires. Got it running pretty good I must say. Ran it out the yard and to the lot out front where we park the rigs for the farm and did some donuts. Has Chain pop on hard turn but all in all it moves out pretty good. The chains are in need for sure !
Also on a side note : It was Factory Yellow And has filled in mounting holes where a Roll Bar was on it ? And Head light holes are filled in ??
Plus if you look at the # plate close there is a T Scribed in after the # ??
Maybe Matt can shed some lite on this unit !

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Frame looks kleen and Bearings are tight also. Here is a Neat little chain tenchiner . 1016161304-00.jpg1016161303-00.jpg

[Andyman]

Those are cool looking machines, way to go Wedge