I love my v20

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steplift20

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After 20 years of ownership I still love my 1978 V20 and when I'm on the water and see one I say to whoever is with me ,,,,,isn't that a good looking boat Does anyone feel the same as me or is it just me
 
Good all around boats, and better looking than most with classic, timeless style.

Real good when used for what it's meant to do.

I've had 4 boats, I'd say this is my favorite.

Had a 94' Mako CC before the V21, couldn't hardly turn around without tripping over something. Had big console, not enough room.
 
I loved my V 18. Never wound up getting my own v but I did fish on my uncles a bit and I liked it. I'm happy with my 22 WA but that's a different boat all together.
 
I'm with y'all. Currently own 3 V-20 hulls. Working on getting my place situated where I have maximum storage and work space so I can start doing bigger projects instead of just flipping old hulls. I love seeing others hardcore, cap off, full blown restos. We have some really beautiful examples on this site and some really great members. Would like to see us take it to the next level and see what truly innovative mods and changes could be done to our boats to make them stronger, even more usable, and correct the few small issues all of them seem to have. I've thought about cutting the transom off, extending the stringers, and having a fully integrated, molded in engine bracket/swim platform with flotation instead of just a bolt on model. Also thought of designing one with a smaller cockpit with larger front deck, just two seats further aft, with a more offshore race design. Every time I go out I get compliments on mine. People say they used to have one and wished they never got rid of her, she was the best boat they'd owned, but they traded up to something new and it's no where near the same. For ride, versatility etc. you really have to trade up to a more high end boat these days or a fully restored example of a classic from 30-40 years ago to get better in my opinion.
 
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Hey Steplift, my old V is also a '78. Last week we were down at Harkers Island for a few days and every where we went some one was saying man what a cool boat, what is it? what model is it? Kind of makes all the sweat and $$$ more worth it.
Also fished 2 full days, some running, mostly trolling...filled up and only held 24 gallons. :clap::clap:
 
twhrider2 said:
Hey Steplift, my old V is also a '78. Last week we were down at Harkers Island for a few days and every where we went some one was saying man what a cool boat, what is it? what model is it? Kind of makes all the sweat and $$$ more worth it.
Also fished 2 full days, some running, mostly trolling...filled up and only held 24 gallons. :clap::clap:
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What ya catch at HI? I was down at EI too but was fishing in the Big Rock in Morehead City. I'm heading back tomorrow and then back for 2 weeks in July for some more fishing. I also have a 78 V20 but needs to be finished been to busy fixing everyone elses boats and working on my 24 deck boat.
 
I am incredibly fond of mine. It's been there for some of my happiest times, and I hope to have it and use it 'til the day I cross the bar.

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Skools Out said:
What ya catch at HI? I was down at EI too but was fishing in the Big Rock in Morehead City. I'm heading back tomorrow and then back for 2 weeks in July for some more fishing. I also have a 78 V20 but needs to be finished been to busy fixing everyone elses boats and working on my 24 deck boat.
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Good to hear from Skools again....mainly trolled and picked up a few Spanish and blues and one bonito. Fishing was cut short at end of week by a stout southwest wind, more than the admiral cared to deal with, and yep Sun. morning slick as glass.
 
love mine,

wish i would have bought a dual console or a cuddy instead of the center console though.

center console was the right choice at the time but my fishing habits changed and id love to have more room towards the transom
 
jamesbalog said:
love mine,

wish i would have bought a dual console or a cuddy instead of the center console though.

center console was the right choice at the time but my fishing habits changed and id love to have more room towards the transom
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Well, there's a reason several of us own more than one V. (Although the reason is probably insanity). But there's nothing that says you can't get a cuddy or a dualie.
 
I have yelled it many times as I clear the rocks of Manasquan Inlet at first light...I Love My Boat!
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I think they are one of the most beautiful boat designs ever made.
They are classic like a 65-68 Mustang
The way they grin at you..
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I've had it since '99 and have done a lot of work on it.
I am very sad because she is in my driveway with a new transom and I am torn between wanting to slap her together half-assed and go fishing or spend a summer doing a complete restore.

Already paid for a slip.Yesterday I saw the post about a V in Toms River and I thought "man I could buy that, slap my motor on it and go fishing".

I am sick...in the head.
I need help.
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SkunkBoat said:
I have yelled it many times as I clear the rocks of Manasquan Inlet at first light...I Love My Boat!
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I think they are one of the most beautiful boat designs ever made.
They are classic like a 65-68 Mustang
The way they grin at you..
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I've had it since '99 and have done a lot of work on it.
I am very sad because she is in my driveway with a new transom and I am torn between wanting to slap her together half-assed and go fishing or spend a summer doing a complete restore.

Already paid for a slip.Yesterday I saw the post about a V in Toms River and I thought "man I could buy that, slap my motor on it and go fishing".

I am sick...in the head.
I need help.
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Go for it. I bet you could get it for $1000, might even run. Not too far from you.
 
Destroyer said:
Well, there's a reason several of us own more than one V. (Although the reason is probably insanity). But there's nothing that says you can't get a cuddy or a dualie.
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If i only had somewhere to put the darn thing i would buy one and totally rebuild it into exactly what i want.

but that will have to wait until i have a garage/barn big enough to do it
 
Mine is a '73 and I've had it for 35 years. Been around the block with it and always enjoyed the trip. Take care of it and it will take care of you.
 
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