1976 18 on vacation @ the lake for the first time in years

Discussion in 'Hydrodyne 18' started by ScottW, Jul 15, 2020.

  1. ScottW

    ScottW Hydrodyner

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    Boat Model and Year:
    1976 18' w/200Johnson and 1983 20' w/235 Johnson
    Just returned from a great week at the lake with the family. It was a fun way to get away, enjoy the water, and stay distanced from others. Very happy the original Johnson 200 still performed flawlessly after 44 years - too bad I can't ski like I used to.

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  2. Phil Klass

    Phil Klass Hydrodyner

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    Boat Model and Year:
    Hydrodyne Flat Top 1969
    Nice! I'm jealous. Hope your family can hold onto to that boat and uses it for many years to come. Phil
     
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  3. init4thefun

    init4thefun Hydrodyner

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    Location:
    Conneaut Lake, Pennsylvania
    Boat Model and Year:
    1976 Hydrodyne 18
    That is a great ride! I’ve been away from Hydrodyners for a few months, but I had to comment on you boat and especially youR motor, Johnson 200! My Dyne was a 76 18’ as well and sported the same engine. I redid my boat and motor, but the motor gave me a pile of trouble from not having reverse to unbearable starting issues and fuel consumption, I was forced to change and put a Merc 250 on it. As much as I loved the look of my Johnson, I had to make a change. I also had a lot of fun saying that I had the biggest Johnson on the lake!
     
  4. jim

    jim Hydrodyne 18 Specialist

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    Location:
    FL
    Boat Model and Year:
    77 Dyne 18 I/O converted to Outboard
    My 77 is still going strong. My daughter will inherit the Dyne and the Jeep. She still skis very well.

    The Dyne lives on!!
     

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