anybody seen this boat..spectra 18

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[MOUZER]

this is posted for new member aleegreene
Help! New to River Dave’s. My dad has been a member since I was real little. Really trying to track down his boat that he unfortunately had to sell when the economy went bad back in 2008. It’s a Spectra 18 I believe. CA license. 3141 CC. Just want to see where it is if it’s for sale etc. If anyone could help I’d appreciate it! Thank you!

 

[PNWSpectra]

Thank you very much for getting this out here, if anyone has any info on this boat it will be greatly appreciated!

 

[REVENGE 97]

That's at least a 20 or 21 ft Spectra

 

[Loo Dog]

There were a LOT of people who sold things in 2008 who now wish they could get their toys back. I wish you luck, especially for sentimental value.

 

[guest hs]

That's at least a 20 or 21 ft Spectra

That’s not a 20 Spectra it’s an 18 Spectra

 

[REVENGE 97]

That’s not a 20 Spectra it’s an 18 Spectra

Okay, I have assembled several 18 Spectras and they did not look like that, but OK

 

[SBMech]

Okay, I have assembled several 18 Spectras and they did not look like that, but OK

That is really an 18. It has a distinctive look.

The 19 does as well.

Maybe you worked on a 20'? It is similar, but obviously not that same as an 18.

 

[Riverbound]

Okay, I have assembled several 18 Spectras and they did not look like that, but OK

The boat pictured is absolutely an 18. They had a very distinct “stubby” bow. My first boat was a spectra 18. In fact I had to look real close to see if the original boat posted was my old boat.

If you assembled spectra 18s and they didn’t look like that, I’m not sure what you were “assembling”. [emoji6]


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[REVENGE 97]

The boat pictured is absolutely an 18. They had a very distinct “stubby” bow. My first boat was a spectra 18. In fact I had to look real close to see if the original boat posted was my old boat.

If you assembled spectra 18s and they didn’t look like that, I’m not sure what you were “assembling”. [emoji6]


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they were the 19 for ski racing

 

[old rigger]

Here's a link to your dad's (?) ad on this site. At the end of the thread there's a post by the guy named 'Skee' that bought it. He was last seen here in April. You might try to reach out to him.

https://www.riverdavesplace.com/forums/threads/1977-spectra-18.5299/

 

[Ragged Edge]

they were the 19 for ski racing

Herbst, Edelbrock or both?

 

[REVENGE 97]

Herbst, Edelbrock or both?

Billy Myer from Nor-Cal

 

[Quicksilver]

That is definately a Spectra 18. I have had mine since 2011, except I have the original engine cover and windshield. The guy I bought mine from contacted me back asking if I wanted to sell it back as well. They are fun little boats.

 

[78Southwind]

I know Tracy sold in about 2 years ago. But I left him a facebook message so maybe he has the information of where it went.

 

[PNWSpectra]

Here's a link to your dad's (?) ad on this site. At the end of the thread there's a post by the guy named 'Skee' that bought it. He was last seen here in April. You might try to reach out to him.

https://www.riverdavesplace.com/forums/threads/1977-spectra-18.5299/

Yes sir that was his post. Thank you very much

 

[Flying_Lavey]

That's at least a 20 or 21 ft Spectra

The biggest teltale between a Spectra 20 (didnt make a 21) and the 18 is the very stubby bow on the 18.


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[guest hs]

Theres also more rake to the step in the deck of the 18 too

 

[Rattle Can Lou]

The biggest teltale between a Spectra 20 (didnt make a 21) and the 18 is the very stubby bow on the 18.


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They did make the 21 but called it a 20...I have one...it's a 21

 

[78Southwind]

Yes sir that was his post. Thank you very much

Tracy who bought your Dad's boat got back to me. Tracy sold it 2 years ago. He didn't have any information on the guy he sold it to but he did say that he believed the guy was from Riverside Cal.

 

[Flying_Lavey]

They did make the 21 but called it a 20...I have one...it's a 21

I know its over 20 feet but they called it the Spectra 20. If I'm recalling correctly they made the 18, 19, 20, 24, amd 32.

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[PNWSpectra]

Awesome thank you so much. I got in contact with two other river daves members hoping for a reply back from them. Hoping one of them has it or I can get one step closer. Crossing my fingers!

 

[Riverbottom]

They called the 21 a 20 so you could water ski at Marine Stadium. I don't know if there is still a length limit, but in the 70's you could not have a boat over 20' in Long Beach Marine stadium.

 

[Rattle Can Lou]

I know its over 20 feet but they called it the Spectra 20. If I'm recalling correctly they made the 18, 19, 20, 24, amd 32.

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Yes they called it the 20 because under 21 got some insurance benefit or something like that...same mold as many 21' day cruisers...like Howard 21. Same boat...

 

[SBMech]

My Spectra 20' is 20'10". They never made a "21". Different spashes used different decks to get 21+ out of the hull, or just called it a 21 to differentiate between manufacturers spashes.

Honestly if you are into Spectra's, you could never mistake any of the models for anything than what they are, they are all completely different.

 

[guest hs]

^^^^^
This is 100% correct!

 

[Bob65olds]

Hello, I’am new to this forum and just wanted to let you know I bought this boat from Terry and now belongs to my daughter still looks just like the old pi’s and running great!! She’s not ready to sell at this time. Thanks

 

[SBMech]

Hello, I’am new to this forum and just wanted to let you know I bought this boat from Terry and now belongs to my daughter still looks just like the old pi’s and running great!! She’s not ready to sell at this time. Thanks

Thank you for posting!

At least the OP knows where it is now, and maybe you could possibly exchange some contact info, so if your daughter ever decided to sell it they could get first option?

Not many Spectra's were made, maybe a couple hundred a year of each size except for the 32's, they are becoming more desirable as they age as well. A legendary boat manufacturer for sure!

 

[Bob65olds]

Last year at Blythe, Had it at Pine Flat for the 4th.

 

[RiverDave]

Glad at least the boat is found.

 

[DILLIGAF]

The boat pictured is absolutely an 18. They had a very distinct “stubby” bow. My first boat was a spectra 18. In fact I had to look real close to see if the original boat posted was my old boat.

If you assembled spectra 18s and they didn’t look like that, I’m not sure what you were “assembling”. [emoji6]


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was thinking the same thing

 

[PNWSpectra]

Awesome! I just got back into my account and saw this. She looks great! Spent many days as a kid in that boat. I can see my dad throwing me off the bow now. Thank you for keeping it looking great![emoji1591]


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[Skee]

Miss that little boat....made that thing a little beauty....Now I have this one and I put a hydraulic place diverter on her....she's a fun little toy....and I recently purchased Spectra 20 as well....I still dig the Spectra's...

 

[AzMandella]

There were a LOT of people who sold things in 2008 who now wish they could get their toys back. I wish you luck, especially for sentimental value.

Yeah and there were alot of things for sale cheap that I wish I had bought .

 

[Hydroman55]

That is really an 18. It has a distinctive look.

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The 19 does as well.

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Maybe you worked on a 20'? It is similar, but obviously not that same as an 18.

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You are correct sir good post.
BTW 19 is one of my all time favorites.

 

[dnewps]

Og spectra is better than Schiada. Butvnobody invests

 

[sintax]

Og spectra is better than Schiada. Butvnobody invests

How dare you sir!

 

[PNWSpectra]

Just wanted to reach out to this feed. I know it’s been a long time. But I was able to get the boat back! My dad has it at his house until I can come get it as I’ve moved to the PNW. Thank you Tracy, Bob and Danica for keeping it looking good. I can’t wait to throw my kids off of it and whip them around in tubes just like my dad did to us as kids.

 

[PNWSpectra]

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Just wanted to reach out to this feed. I know it’s been a long time. But I was able to get the boat back! My dad has it at his house until I can come get it as I’ve moved to the PNW. Thank you Tracy, Bob and Danica for keeping it looking good. I can’t wait to throw my kids off of it and whip them around in tubes just like my dad did to us as kids.

Also MOUZER for reaching out as a known member to get the feeler out there. Your help was greatly appreciated. Thank you!!

 

[78Southwind]

Congrats, I am glad you got the Spectra back.

 

[MeCasa16]

That’s a great story. Congratulations

 

[Kachina26]

Awesome thread!

 

[Travmon]

Where in the PNW are you ?

 

[LGETT]

Good Boat content.....

We are reunited and it feels so good

 

[TeamGreene]

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Just wanted to reach out to this feed. I know it’s been a long time. But I was able to get the boat back! My dad has it at his house until I can come get it as I’ve moved to the PNW. Thank you Tracy, Bob and Danica for keeping it looking good. I can’t wait to throw my kids off of it and whip them around in tubes just like my dad did to us as kids.

So happy for you buddy! Can't wait for the pictures and videos of my grandbabies on it!

 

[PNWSpectra]

Where in the PNW are you ?

I’m in Washington state about an hour NE of Seattle on the way to stevens pass

 

[MOUZER]

"AWSOME" love it glad to hear..............this is so cooooooool

 

[NicPaus]

@Skee Tracy

 

[boat527]

Herbst, Edelbrock or both?

Former Edelbrock #427
We have it in NorCal

 

[Bob65olds]

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Just wanted to reach out to this feed. I know it’s been a long time. But I was able to get the boat back! My dad has it at his house until I can come get it as I’ve moved to the PNW. Thank you Tracy, Bob and Danica for keeping it looking good. I can’t wait to throw my kids off of it and whip them around in tubes just like my dad did to us as kids.

Danica had many great memories at Pine Flats with that boat! We are happy that it made back to you and your family to make future memeries!