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BRYAN WATT

11-19-2001, 11:22 PM

hey guys, just trying to find some laser boat owners or anyone that is familliar with this boat. i've only had mine for a few months and love it. it's been stored inside for ten years and used maybe 1-2 times a year. it has been family owned and i've been interested for years, finally got it. i'm trying to update and get it in top running shape. it's a 19 ft. bass rig in really great shape now with a 2.4- 200, with lots of goodies. so if anyone is familliar with or owns a laser let me know.
bryan....

Rusrog

11-20-2001, 09:46 AM

That is a good lookin rig Bryan. Laser is just a few miles from me here in Ft Worth Tx. They are a very good running, good handling boat. I have a good friend with, what is rumored to be, a full kevlar 380 bass boat like yours and there is another guy around here with a 380 ski boat with center steering and inline seating. Great boats and very good performers. Good Ole' T-Rex can tell you some more as he has a good running 380 ski boat also.

DUCKY

12-09-2001, 12:51 AM

Well let's try this again now that I can actually attach something!!
This is my '81 Laser with center steering and warmed over 2.4L.
She was pretty beat up to start with, as you can see, but she startin' to come together. I'm still trying to get her set up right, so talk to me if you have one!!---Ducky

DUCKY

12-09-2001, 12:53 AM

I could not get the other pic in the post. Here it is. And yes, I do pull it with the Saturn!!:rolleyes:

laser

12-09-2001, 01:36 AM

or just wheels?

Here is a picture of my '84 Laser LTV:

http://www.me.mygarage.com/laser.jpg

Also a warmed over 2.4 litre. Spins a 26 Chopper or a 28 Cleaver, either one to about 6000. Fun boat.

wattalaser2.4

12-10-2001, 08:16 AM

hey ducky, good lookin rig and thanks for the reply and pictures. here is another picture of my laser bass rig.
cee ya ,Bryan Watt :D

wattalaser2.4

12-10-2001, 08:26 AM

hey jay, good lookin LTV, care to share some of the mods and how it performs? looks like its movin pretty good in your pict.
thanks, Bryan Watt
knoxville, tn. :D

Lasernut

02-09-2002, 12:16 AM

Getting ready to buy a Laser 380. I'm in Dallas so I can't decide on a running driving Laser 380 with a 200MERC, (see pic) or an old Laser that is sitting in Wylie Texas that was one of Roark Summerford's raceboats. The cap and hull are separated but I think it needs me to rescue it. I just might buy em both. See attached pic

jp5841

02-23-2002, 11:40 AM

LASERNUT
I RACED A 19' LAZER V BOTOM FROM 83-87 SWEET HANDLING BOAT. THE SET UP : 225 MERC / PROP SHAFT EVEN WITH PAD / 28 CHOPER 6800 / 26 CLEVER 7200 DID HAVE TO USE TRAMSON WEDGES TO STOP PORPUSING THIS STOPED APPX. 65MPH+ WITCH IS A COMON PROVLEM WITH LASER HULS. I BOUGHT A 20' SKI V LAST YEAR SPENT THE HOLE SUMER TRYING TO DIAL IN BUT COULD NOT STOP PORPUSING AT ANY SPEED. I THINK THE 20' IS JUST TO HEAVY TO CLIMB ON PAD. MY TOY IS A 85 BASS RACE 20' SHADOW TUNNEL W/2.5 300 RACE CENTER RAM OS TURNING A 30P CLEVER 8000
JP STANCIL

Lasernut

02-25-2002, 11:56 PM

JP, I know what your talkin about on the porpusing thing....but this is the second Laser 380 I've owned and its not that bad. I can't see why that 20 footer won't come up on the pad.....lasers aren't that heavy to begin with. The one I just bought...(that white one in the picture) is a sweet sweet boat that has been babied. The previous owner freaked out when I drove it and showed him how to fly it. I love it especially for $4750 I got a great little boat. Took it out saterday during lake wind advisories and was sailing across the whitecaps while my buddy was hangin' on and messin in his pants. He was smilin the whole time though. I still have my eye on this crusty old laser 380 sitting in at a marine dealer in Wylie Tx. Its one of the very first race boats that R Summerford built for the Mod VP class back in 1981. Still has the race #s on the side and all. The cap and deck aren't attached and it could use a new deck (which Laser WILL still lay one up for the right price) I'll be inspecting it closer to see if I can save the old boat. The dealer of the place saw my boat and knew it from back in 1990. He's ready to drive it as he hasn't drove one in years. So where is your 20 footer and do you have pics????? Darren Kelley Dallas,TX

LaserModVee

02-26-2002, 08:41 AM

I don't know if you guys already saw the picture of my Dad's '95 model LTV we took on Sunday, so I'll go ahead and post it here too.

We both have Laser LTV's, mine is an '84, his is a '95.

Here is his=

LaserModVee

02-26-2002, 08:44 AM

This was taken four years ago, before I tore it apart to restore from the ground up.

Lasernut

02-26-2002, 01:59 PM

Brian, them some good lookin LTVs. Is the '95 an 18 foot boat? Looks longer than 18. I think we need a Laser boat owners website/registry so we can start tracking the Lasers out there. They have a cool history and the old Laser plant is close by where I live. I have met the owner, back in 1987, and could possibly get some production #s. I amazed at all the Lasers that went up north. Gotta go. Will post some pics of my boat as soon as I get them. DK

LaserModVee

02-26-2002, 02:29 PM

They are both 17' 11" Tunnel vees

The deck is different on the two though.
-The '95 has a bigger cockpit, and looks like it moves the driver and passenger closer to the bow, but I haven't made any measurements to say that for sure. I can tell you that my dash on the '84 is rounded and the '95 is triangular. It comes to a point in the center of the deck.

A website would be nice.

Everyone else has a home site for their make.

I thought about asking if we could join in with www.stvowners.com but, not all Laser's were designed/built by Roark Summerford.

Lasernut

02-26-2002, 02:47 PM

I don't think the STV owners give much a crap about us Laser owners, even though the LTV was the fetus of the current STVs. I might have to get with Ron Huff, current owner of Laser, and I think he bought it from Summerford, either way, Ron built my 1st 1987 Laser and I know he is still out there in little Roanoke, Texas. I'll have to get the history from him and get some of my more computer literate buddies to teach me about makin websites. I think we will find that the production numbers of the non-bass boats is pretty small, but I'm interested in hearing from all thr Laser owners cause bottom line is that they are kick-ass boats. Have you seen the "history of STV" at STV.com ?? It starts out with the words "Laser boats of Texas..........." That says it all.....it all started with Laser!!!!!!!!!!!!!

laser

02-26-2002, 02:58 PM

I'd be glad to help in any way that I can. A Laser specific site would be a neat start.

I love my Laser, don't know that I will ever sell it.

Michael Martin

02-26-2002, 06:54 PM

Yall aught to meet up down here in SC for our rally.

There are 4 other laser hulls coming down & 1 shadow bass (that have e-mail me for directions, etc)
Good place to show off those bad ass rigs yall got!!

Mike

geeforcem

02-26-2002, 10:33 PM

Hey, don't forget us bassboat owners too! Mine's a '79 Laser 2500... kevlar hull. From what I know, R. Summerford also designed some of the early Hydra-Sports bass boats before he started up Laser Boats of Texas. My hull is identical to some of the early 178Vee Hydra Sports. Going through a semi-restoration right now. Want to get on the water this spring. Have some pictures that I'll try to get up soon!

I would love to find out more about these boats. I remember them when they first came around ( I was 9 yrs old). The looked fast just sitting in the water! Would love to see a website formed!

Jeff

yellar-laser

02-28-2002, 09:36 PM

Howdee ya'all!!! Newby alert.

Glad to see so many folks like laser boats. I've had mine for three years and really like it as well. I am getting my prop worked on by Perf. Propeller right now and can't wait to test it out.

Lasernut

03-01-2002, 01:40 AM

I bet there's quite a few Laser owners out there that really dig their boats. I'm on my second 380 and just got it 2 weeks ago. (been 7 years since I owned one) I can't wait to go out in it again. I registered the name Laserowners.com The website has been born. Be patient....I ain't no computer guy...not really...but this is a good reason to learn to build a website. I'll get a hosting service the next few days and start building this site....beginning with pictures. I'll let you know as soon as I get email established at laserowners.com Then ya'll can start emailin pics and whatever. Gettin a GPS soon. Can't wait to see the top speed. DK

DAVEBB

03-01-2002, 02:01 AM

Hi I`m a Laser Boat Dealer. I am located in Wi. The two Laser Boats that you are talking about use the same bottom but a different top. The original is called an LTV The one with the dash moved 12 inches forward is called a LTV II it is no longer available. The LTV is the LTV II was too bow heavy and didn`t run very good. If you need any more information call me 262-783-4945 Dave or email DBULLOCK@wi.rr.com

wattalaser2.4

03-04-2002, 07:41 AM

thanks for all the posts and picts from you Laser Owners, anyone got any picts of the bass rig Lasers? keep them coming and lets get more picts posted. anyone can send details & picts of there boats, any kind. send'em in. you can e-me at (wattoffun@aol.com), thanks, bryan watt:D

Fl Boy in ILL

03-04-2002, 07:06 PM

Here is my Laser I picked up last year for my son to race, the boat is stamped as a "Race Boat" it is very light but in very good shape, 1983.

Rick

wattalaser2.4

03-04-2002, 07:57 PM

hey Rick, thanks for the pict., great lookin boat. what engine will you? i can see the simalarities it shares with my bass Laser cept mine is the v-hull. take care, Bryan......

Jimbob

03-11-2002, 11:27 AM

Hey fellow Laser owners!
Just found this website really enjoying it especialy since I stumbled upon all you fellow Laser folks. I have a '87 Laser 380 w/Merc 200 w/efi. Will include a photo soon as find a worthy one to show. I live in Denton Tx, just a short drive from Laser Boats of Texas and gone to get some info from them. They even gave me a couple of Laser decals for my boat and truck!
Lasernut, I'll to sure to check out your Laser site when you get it up and running. Keep yourself dry guys!

riddin-hi_LTV

03-11-2002, 03:37 PM

how you doin. Gettin close to that time. Got all the phone numbers to the motels in Mt. Pleasant. Drop me a line some time
I am on at night most of the time. Got some pics of the restoration
of my L.T.V. and of dads Hondo need to have them scanned so I can post them. What is your E-Mail so I can put it in my computer. Talk at ya later.

don't yall be goin POSTAL.

wattalaser2.4

03-11-2002, 11:08 PM

thought i'd add another pict of my Laser Bass Rig. i love this boat, i fish alot af bass tournaments but i can let'r rip when the fish aint biting. hey jimbob, anyway you can get ahold of some more decals or maybe get me a # where i can get in touch with that Laser dealer near you? i heard the Laser mfg. was was now making fiberglass sreet rod body's and not the boats. anybody know anything on this? i would love to have a new Laser bass rig if they still make them? great lookin Laser's guy's, keep'em coming. stay dry, bryan (www.wattoffun@aol.com)

wattalaser2.4

03-11-2002, 11:11 PM

sorry i'll try again..

us1ss

03-12-2002, 11:13 AM

All you guys that love Laser's. Rick King will be racing a capsule Laser for the first time this weekend 3/16 & 3/17 in Ocoee, FL. This green capsule boat is owned by Mike Fjeld and I am sure he would consider selling it if anyone is interested.

Jimbob

03-12-2002, 06:33 PM

Don't know of any dealer's numbers but here is Laser boat's phone numbers: 430-1271 & 491-2802. Both should have a 817 area code but not certain with new area codes being added left and right around here. Good luck!
I don't know about them building hotrod bods but I think they build church steeples! I could be wrong but I remember seeing a newspaper article about the ol'boy that started the company that would later buy Laser from R. Summerford, but hey with my cranial(yes that is the proper spelling, I looked it up) storage, I do lose some things!

machinegunjohn

03-25-2009, 03:55 PM

here is my laser, I restored it completly in 2007, floors , transom, stringers, interior, has a seriously seriously hot 2.4, runs high 90's, I just need bigger nuts to break 100! the motor would do it, I dont know about the hull. anyone know what one will go with a good driver and not blow over?

geeforcem

03-25-2009, 04:51 PM

so of those that posted on this thread.. who still has their lasers?

i still have the bass boat.I also added an LTV and a 160v to my collection. Still wanting a 380..but no place to put it right now.

Jeff

laser

03-25-2009, 10:24 PM

Its for sale.

Jay

VTROCK

03-25-2009, 10:32 PM

Ive Got A Laser 420 Special Edition Its The Closed Bow Cuddy Ive Had Mine 83mph!! Chines Like A Mutha!!!

RB in NM

03-26-2009, 01:56 PM

I can't believe T-Rex ain't jumped in here yet.......... where ya at son?

RB

laser_ED

03-26-2009, 09:49 PM

I still have mine...1989 the last one to come out of lasers raceing divison...all kevlar and very light..it says raceing divison on the back of the cap both sides and is still orignal...84 mph with a stock 175 merc...101 mph with a non bp efi, 110 with 260 ...113 with a 99 280 with limter removed and 117.6 with a 300 drag and 32 cleaver at the rumble on the river in 03..I have since converted it to an 800 ft drag boat with wamed up 260 and the best run yet is 98.7 at bainbridge GA...I will be going to the 800 ft drag race at Ft Rucker in april and run river racer class.....Ed:cheers:

jay1

03-27-2009, 06:09 PM

this was right after the paint, before the rail went on... absolutly killed the lil 2.0 on her at the end of fall ...looks real sweet with the new purple interior, gauges. carpet.. grab handles... (new motor soon)...:thumbsup: http://forums.screamandfly.com/forums/picture.php?albumid=113&pictureid=703

wing nut

03-27-2009, 06:12 PM

im still working on mine.. i'll post pics when its finished:)

1982 380 ray raceboat, center steer, merc v6 (2.0/2.4/2.5)

im curious to know what every1 runs for setback on their v-bottoms?

scott

jay1

03-27-2009, 06:14 PM

6" here

laser_ED

03-27-2009, 10:13 PM

I had a six inch bobs hydro on mine...

clamponracing

03-28-2009, 10:51 AM

I have a 1982 380 ray ski boat converted to center steer with a 2.5 200 wit mods one of the best handling boats i've ever had.

John S

03-28-2009, 11:39 AM

I can't believe T-Rex ain't jumped in here yet.......... where ya at son?

RB

Seeing all these lasers got him all balled up on the floor in a puddle?:D

VTROCK

03-30-2009, 01:27 AM

I Have 8 Inches Of Setback On My 420 Ray!

Mukilteo69

04-07-2009, 01:16 PM

Are Lasers and Chargers the same? I just bought this boat. The pictures of the LTV's look pretty close. The Coast Guard tag says it was made by Charger Boats in Ontario Canada. The ser. # indicates it is a 1988. The Title and graphics on the boat say Charger S.T.V. It is approx. 18'. If they are the same can I still get a replacement wind screen. There are cracks in mine.

Tony Brucato

04-07-2009, 04:02 PM

I thought that I bought a Laser 380 Ray, but found out that it's a foot and a half shorter. :eek:
We believe now that it's a 2500 XF @ 17' 10". Looks just like the 380 though.

Anybody else have one?

wing nut

04-07-2009, 04:26 PM

tony how much setback are you running on that thing?

Tony Brucato

04-07-2009, 04:45 PM

I'm running 6 1/2" setback now. I started out with just 3" because I was worried about the weight of the OMC motor.

It handles much better now with the extra setback, but I've got a little more ballast in the drivers seat than you do :D and I have the battery mounted in front of the driver.

geeforcem

04-07-2009, 11:25 PM

here are mine...

http://i40.tinypic.com/dh4xsh.jpg

DJ_28

05-06-2009, 07:58 PM

Well looks like I have found a new home...lol I just bought a 1988 19' Laser 3880 Flippin bass boat. I got it Sat. It has a Suzuiki 175 oil injected motor on it right now but it has a burnt piston. I was going to put my Johnson GT 150 on it because I know nothing about a Suzuiki motor. Well just wanted to say hi to all the Laser fans and get your opinions on the 3880 Flippin since I haven't seen it mentioned.

DJ

geeforcem

05-06-2009, 08:05 PM

DJ_28

05-06-2009, 08:10 PM

I know mine is a 88' and it says it is only rated for 185 max hp. I haven't had it on the water yet but I can't wait to see how it does. I wonder what it will run with the 84' Johnson GT 150?

geeforcem

05-06-2009, 08:43 PM

post some pics!!

jeff

DJ_28

05-06-2009, 09:00 PM

I will if it ever stops raining...lol

RevmanII

05-08-2009, 08:25 PM

I bought this one last summer ..... I believe it's a 420. It's an '87 21ft with cuddy.

http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc270/revmanii/000_0457.jpg

http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc270/revmanii/000_0456.jpg

89LASER

05-08-2009, 09:45 PM

I had a 1987 420 Laser with a 200 XP Evinrude on it. The Boat is in the Laser Boat catalog from 1990. I also had a 1989 380 kevlar hull center steering with the same engine on it. 420 ran 84 to 87 mph and the 380 ran 92 to 96 mph depending on the day. I still have the original catalog for these boats. I miss both of them, they were a blast to drive.

DJ_28

05-12-2009, 09:46 PM

How do these boats do in rough water? I fish alot on bigger lakes when I can and was hoping since it is a 19' boat that I would ride good in choppy water. Don't get me wrong I know very few boats perform good in waves bigger than 3 feet or so. What I'm mean is, will it bet you to death in choppy water. I have been in a couple of newer boats (18' and 19') that made you feel like you were a couple of inches shorter I moderate waves let alone a 2 to 3 foot chop.

GFM10y

05-12-2009, 11:32 PM

my dad had a 388 (19) and it handled it 1.5-2s with a pretty smooth ride crusin at ard 40-50, but he bought a 422 (21') and it takes them lk ur on flat water.

GFM10y

05-12-2009, 11:33 PM

i called up laser a few years ago seein if u could still get the 422 new, but they said the mold went to hell sitting outside

slowverado

05-26-2009, 12:29 PM

DJ, the Laser is a SWEET big water boat... not "too" big, but you know... I've been in some pretty good sized stuff and never had any problems. They are a driver's boat for sure though.

largecar91

05-26-2009, 02:18 PM

I am in the process of putting together a 380 Laser. It is a 1987 model. The boat was stuffed in the early 90's and it put a hole in the front deck and blew out the back corner of the deck. I just about have the boat repaired. It weighs right around 600 lbs bare(it has no floor,just stringers and no foam). It came with an almost new factory interior. I figure it should be about 1200lbs rigged ready for the water(without driver). I have a pretty healthy 2.5 Merc that I am going to hang on it. The engine should pull around 300 hp(without the nitrous). My questions are about set up. With this kind of power should this hull need much setback if any? Also a good recomendation for a prop on this hull with this kinda power(it's just a lake/play toy so top speed is my only concern).

slowverado

05-26-2009, 02:22 PM

6" setback?.?.? Not sure what props everyone is running on them now, but dad always ran a HOSS or CHOPPER and had some pretty stellar results with them.. (93mph in the early 90s with a homemade 2.0 150...)

largecar91

05-26-2009, 02:29 PM

I have some inline choppers but I don't think they will hold together real long with this kinda power? It is on a 1.87 sportmaster. I had a Hoss that was on the STV that this engine came off of that I sold last year cause I didn't think I would need it! That's what I get for thinkin!

slowverado

05-26-2009, 02:36 PM

I think we've still got both choppers and both hoss have a couple of seebold cleavers too from dad's mod vp Lasers.

BigJohnson

05-27-2009, 03:31 PM

Here's a few from the 80's.

geeforcem

05-27-2009, 06:42 PM

Here's a few from the 80's.

i have an old Laser brochure... the 380 with the XP Evinrude in your first pic is the same boat that's on the cover :thumbsup:

stvgar

05-27-2009, 07:05 PM

Here's a few from the 80's.

I was there that day at the Sacandaga with my 16' Baja with a 135. Saw so many great running Lasers I went and bought one.

Here's mine from the early 90's at a Harrisburg, PA race.

BigJohnson

05-28-2009, 06:59 AM

i have an old Laser brochure... the 380 with the XP Evinrude in your first pic is the same boat that's on the cover :thumbsup:

I wish I kept my brochure. I never take enough pictures of my old boats either.

BigJohnson

05-28-2009, 07:10 AM

I was there that day at the Sacandaga with my 16' Baja with a 135. Saw so many great running Lasers I went and bought one.

Here's mine from the early 90's at a Harrisburg, PA race.

They sure are fun to drive. I have a friend that has another one. I hope I get to drive his soon. Those were some great get togethers. They still have them in June. This year it is the 11th to the 14th. Most guys camp and hang out around Northamptom Beach.

stvgar

05-28-2009, 09:01 AM

They sure are fun to drive. I have a friend that has another one. I hope I get to drive his soon. Those were some great get togethers. They still have them in June. This year it is the 11th to the 14th. Most guys camp and hang out around Northamptom Beach.

I'll be there on Friday in the AM. Been to every one so far!

BigJohnson

05-28-2009, 09:04 AM

I'll be there on Friday in the AM. Been to every one so far!

I'm pretty sure I have met and talked to you before.

RevmanII

05-28-2009, 05:00 PM

Here's a few from the 80's.

I looked at your first pic and was like, wow, that looks like Sand Island. No, can't be, stuff just looks the same sometimes on that scale. Then I looked at you location :). I hope to be floating around for this years non-event. It will be my first. I've been boating on the Sacandaga since my Grandpa and Dad took me out in mid 60's, but I just got turned on to this site last summer from the guy I bought the boat from :cheers:

rob vaughn

05-28-2009, 07:50 PM

One heck of a boat, motor built by tinker060 max speed 88.1 with fishing gear and 2 passengers...
One thing we found was that ours leaked between the top and bottom decks, took a few yrs. to figure that out but now it's under control!!!

89LASER

05-28-2009, 07:51 PM

I still have the brochure, the top 420 picture and the bottom picture on the right page with the Evinrude 200 XP was my boat with me driving. The pictures were taken off of Massapequa Cove heading toward the Amity Cut on the Great South Bay. The brochure was printed January 1990.

pro5oguy

06-29-2009, 12:04 AM

laser 380 owner here, 200hp black max (needs lower unit:confused:) great boat the few times i used it, seems to chine at about 75. that is probly opperater error though.

kansas laser

06-29-2009, 09:16 PM

slowverado

06-29-2009, 09:21 PM

lol, every laser I was ever in threw tons of water... contact "Laser Boats of Texas" for new decals, I've heard of a few folks getting them from Ron or whoever is running it now.

geeforcem

06-29-2009, 10:38 PM

I am new here and my husband and I just bougtht an 82 Laser bass boat in excellant
condition. It also had been in storage for years. It still sits on the Oklahoma trailer it
came on. It has a 175 Merc on it and it will get up and fly. One problem when we put the power to it water comes over the sides and wets us down bad. prop is a 23.
Plus can you tell me where I can buy so9me new Laser decals. Trust me the people with their new fancy boats here in the North do not even know what a Laser is.
Any help we would be appreciated. I hope I did this right.:smiletest:

Welcome to the club!! Hope you are enjoying your new rig. Like Matt already stated... you will get splashed in a Laser. Both of my v-bottom Lasers do it to me in any kind of chop..

The Lasers have a timeless look... very sleek lines... Looks like they are doing 100mph just sitting there :thumbsup:

geeforcem

06-29-2009, 10:42 PM

[QUOTE=pearldrums287;1702169]I just bought an old 1981 laser. The title says "Ray race laser" but from the research I've done, I believe it's a 380. I got it for real cheap without a motor, so I'm putting on a Mercury 115 that I'm currently getting seaworthy. I am kind of concerned though, the floor seems pretty soft so it obviously has some water damage. But, I noticed that water is supposed to drain underneath the floor, since there's opening in the bow and stern next to the drain plugs. What is underneath that floor? The stringers? It looks like the stringers are actually above the floor though, or maybe those arent stringers. I dont know, I'm pretty new to all this, but I am mechanically inclined and a do it yourselfer, so its fun to learn. Thanks.

Nice find!! a boat at that age will most likely have soft floors and stringers. yes..i believe you are seeing part of the stringer system. THe center secxtion of the floor is usually dropped a few inches between the stringers..

Post more pics of the interior!:thumbsup:

kansas laser

06-30-2009, 07:01 AM

Thanks guys I guess that we will just wear wet suits---PROBLEM SOLVED LOL. I will
be posting some pictures of our Laser it really is in great condition, and we just love
it! Had a little problem with the live wells at first but we figured it out on our own. Had one leaking so we just plugged it off, no more water for the bilge to pump out.
I have to say when we take it out I feel the need for speed, and it performs.WHAT A
GREAT BOAT!! I am still looking for Laser decals any ideas??

kansas laser

06-30-2009, 07:06 AM

Slowverado thanks for the info on the decals. I will check into it.

slowverado

06-30-2009, 07:32 AM

Laser Boats of Texas Inc (http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&um=1&ie=UTF-8&q=laser+boats+of+texas&fb=1&split=1&gl=us&view=text&latlng=16240182933498358338)
526 Benson Ln
Roanoke, TX 76262-6397
(817) 430-1271

kansas laser

06-30-2009, 01:36 PM

:D Thanks so much for the info. Kansas Laser

slowverado

06-30-2009, 01:40 PM

No problemo!! I had to leave a voicemail and waitttt for about 2 months for them to call back

kansas laser

06-30-2009, 05:35 PM

Well then I had better start now before social security kicks in!! We had no idea what we had bought until I started looking it up on the net. The boat almost sucks
your hair off when we run it at top speed. We are having a blast with it. Thanks I am going to call.

fastin

06-30-2009, 08:46 PM

I presently have 2 both being LTV's love them both their hard hitters coming outa the hole, get light after 80 so be careful. 380 Ray isn't as bad as the LTV but could still wet your azz. Damn well built to take the abuse most of em saw in the 80's and still run competetive as a lake racer today. A guy won 9 second class at Smokin in the Cove last year, that says a lot. I'd buy a basser if I could find one as nice as yours, beyond a shadow of a doubt. Good luck looks very nice something anybody would be proud to own.:cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers::cheers:

slowverado

06-30-2009, 11:13 PM

Kansas, post some pics of that new boat...

Fastin... those early 80s 380 are in my opinion the best, most well built boats to ever hit water... ofcourse I'm biased

kansas laser

07-01-2009, 06:54 AM

Yes I am going to. After reading about the Laser boats we feel very lucky to have found one in such great condition. There is not one thing wrong with it and for the
boat, trailer,motor and cover we really did not pay that much for it. The minute I saw it I knew I wanted it. I am a speed freak and have been around boats my whole life. When I saw how it was made I knew it would be a fast one. Just didn't know that it would kick the water up like it does but that is just part of boating.

kansas laser

07-06-2009, 07:28 PM

Hi it is me again Kansas Laser, told you all wrong ours is a 1989 and I am going to post pics as soon as we quit using it. We just found a plate on the back of the boat that says Rockdale Boat Mart 7023 US65 (we think) Ashland, Kentucky and then it
has their phone number. I am going to research this and see what I can find---if any
of you know about them please let me know. still romping on and still getting wet but
that's the fun of it! I will have pics in about a week and then you can tell me what I
really have. Found a guy on e-bay for my decals - should be here any day now!

VTROCK

07-08-2009, 12:40 PM

Here's my laser 420 with 200 johnson gt. runs 84 mph!!!

slowverado

07-08-2009, 12:43 PM

what exactly is a 420?? thats the first one I've ever seen...

looks possibly 20'?? obviously the deck is different (read as UGLY)...

VTROCK

07-08-2009, 01:03 PM

iTS titled as a 420 special edition its a kevlar v hull 21 foot cabin crusier!!! i love it!!! its a a fun ride!!

VTROCK

07-08-2009, 01:03 PM

read as ugly????

VTROCK

07-08-2009, 01:05 PM

ive seen another one on here in past posts in this forum its blak with no windshield!

slowverado

07-08-2009, 01:07 PM

so is this a 380 that has been stretched or are there differences in the hull? could you throw up some pics of the bottom, interior, pad, etc... I'm intrigued now!

VTROCK

07-08-2009, 01:09 PM

i think it is a bigger version of the 380 ive got some pics at home ill have to load. its a v hull not the stv hull!!

slowverado

07-08-2009, 01:12 PM

looks like a stretched 380 to me from what I can see which is pretty cool... would be sweet if it had the original deck design. or even a bow rider version would be semi neat.

kansas laser

07-09-2009, 08:11 PM

http://i25.tinypic.com/2efj24g.jpg http://i26.tinypic.com/28u2rg7.jpg

HI I just bought a 1989 Laser Bass 3880 and it is in great condition. We just love it
but it only has a 175 Merc on it--but it has live wells, 2 fish finders (yea right) trolling
motor and on top of that it will get up and fly for pulling skiers or tubers. I hope I got
the picture thing down--if not I will try again. Kansas Laser

kansas laser

07-09-2009, 08:18 PM

http://i32.tinypic.com/rvkpdf.jpg

oooppps this one did not show up with the others, I think I am getting the hang of it
I hope Love my Laser Kansas Laser

geeforcem

07-10-2009, 07:39 AM

good looking bassboat Kansas :thumbsup:

jeff

kansas laser

07-10-2009, 05:06 PM

geeforcem

07-10-2009, 06:14 PM

Thanks geeforcem when we found out what we had bought we took it out and tried
it's speed out. Well it performed great but learned one lesson wear swim suits!!
How many lasers do you own and do you race? I saw your boats when I was lookinjg
around and I am curious about the red one. It looks so light weight.

Thanks... i have 3 Lasers. THe white one is an LTV..which is a tunnel v-bottom, 18ft. The red (orange) is a 160v..which is a 16ft v-bottom. The 3rd is an early Laser bassboat, 17 1/2'... also a v-bottom. This one i recently finished restoration.

I just play with them... I have fun riding around :thumbsup:

jeff

kansas laser

07-10-2009, 08:04 PM

They are very nice looking. When I was cleaning the boat after a day outing I found a plaque that said a boat dealers name in Kentucky, how this got to Kansas I have no idea. But it deffinately has not been used much and has been stored inside. It is
on a oklahoma trailer which I was told that they came on at one time. The cover is also original also. But it is missing the winsheild, if you know of some where that I
could get one please let me know. I just love the little boat.

geeforcem

07-10-2009, 10:45 PM

glad you are enjoying it! A old friend of mine bought a Laser 3800 bassboat (like yours) back in 1982..brand new... that was my first experience with them ( i was 12 at the time :D). I was hooked ever since then.

Your boat looks pristine... looks like it has found a good home!

slowverado

07-11-2009, 03:12 AM

yep, they came on Oklahoma trailers back then... the windshield you might be able to get from Laser if you can get ahold of Ron or whoever has it now.

kansas laser

07-14-2009, 06:59 AM

Thanks for info I tried to call but got a recording, but I don't give up that easy, I will keep trying. I also need new decals. We just love the boat and yes it has found a
good home, we have already made arrangements to store it inside this winter.
KANSAS LASER

kansas laser

07-14-2009, 07:06 AM

Hey Texas Laser owners I do have one question on something that has been bothering us. When we put the nose of the boat in the air it seems to lean just a little to the left not much just a little. Do you all know what this is???? We have 3
live wells and we thought that might be doing it so we kept them empty one time and
it still did it??? KANSAS LASER PUZZLED

geeforcem

07-14-2009, 07:18 AM

that's just a one of the characteristics of a Laser... i've read that it's due to the hull/pad design. Look at all of Matt's old race boat pics, and u will see all the 380's doing the same :)

slowverado

07-14-2009, 07:26 AM

the Laser's don't have a flat pat like lots of other boats and I would imagine that may have somethin to do with it... I will ask dad if there is a specific reason today if I get a chance.

kansas laser

07-14-2009, 06:04 PM

Hey guys I really appreciate you sharing your laser know how with me. You all have been a great help. You know you will think we are crazy here in Kansas but we are
very proud of our boat. I think we are the only Laser owners here, we get ask all the
time what kind of boat it is. But of course you must admit living in the dust bowl
region NOT A LOT OF WATER!! LOL

stvgar

07-14-2009, 08:37 PM

Here is a pic of mine from the mid 80's running about 90.

kansas laser

07-15-2009, 07:21 AM

OH MY GOSH, that is great! We would get picked off by the water patrol if we did that here!! We have had ours up to 50 and it still had more to go but decided that
would be a bad move--don't need to get our state parks tag taken away. Your boat
looks great---how does it feel to do 90? Lakes are so full of tubbers, skiers that you
take a chance of not being able to shut down fast enough to miss one with out
swamping your boat.

stvgar

07-15-2009, 09:38 AM

You would get locked up there now as well. The place got so overrrun by jet skiis that I believe the whole place is now a no wake zone. Where I live now the state speed limit is 45, so you have to pick your spots.

Riverratt

07-15-2009, 10:15 AM

Here is a pic of mine from the mid 80's running about 90.

Hey Gary its good to know you had more sence back in the 80's and ran a decent motor.:p

stvgar

07-15-2009, 03:21 PM

Hey Gary its good to know you had more sence back in the 80's and ran a decent motor.:p

Had more sense? You mean came to my senses. I did have a lot of fun with my old cross flows and looper.

FastLaser

07-16-2009, 09:42 PM

Interesting information on the Laser boats. I picked up a 1987 Laser LTV last fall. The hull is sound, transom, floor and core. Some stress cracks on upper deck. Looks like a keeper. There is what I assume is flotation foam under bow and in each corner of the stern. The stern area around the foam is completely enclosed so cannot see the foam directly. However, this foam seems to be saturated as water seeps from the sponson drains for several days after using the boat. I am wondering if it would be wise to remove this foam, although not sure how without dismantling part of he hull. I can see into area thru 3" holes on rear deck used for ventilation. Any thoughts?

Thanks

geeforcem

07-16-2009, 10:44 PM

FastLaser,

yup...it sounds like your foam is full of water...which means... it's really heavy now. It needs to be removed and possibly replaced with a different type flotation. Most likely its just the foam in the rear is wet. I'd leave the front if it is still dry.

My '83 LTV is a comp hull...so it has no flotation in it at all... i just hope i don't sink it.. LOL!!

you may be able to cut out the wood that contains the foam and chip away the wet foam... you may want to do a search on this site.. i am sure the subject has been brought up before.

jeff

kansas laser

08-30-2009, 07:57 PM

Hi guys it's kansas laser again, I got my new decals look great! We have been going out every weekend have not missed and we just love our laser==hate for summer to
end here. We did find out not to many boats out there can keep up with us--LOVE IT!! We have a little wiring problem and I was wondering if anyone has the schematic for the 89 Laser Bass 3800 or if you know where I could get it?? If so
would you please let me know. LOVE OUR LASER ~~~

clamponracing

08-30-2009, 09:09 PM

Hey kansas laser where are you at in kansas? i live about 2 miles from the kansas line here in joplin mo . I have a laser380 ray that we go to spring river in south east ks

kansas laser

08-31-2009, 07:18 AM

Hey clamponracing I live in Merriam KS we are about 1 hr from Hillsdale lake and about 45 min from Smithville lake in Mo. I do not know spring river but I will look it up.
We like to go different places with our boat. I don't know about you but we just love
our laser. We did not know anything about the boat when we bought it but I started
looking up the name on the net. When we found out what we had bought and the great shape it was in we felt very lucky. It had been stored inside it is still on the original trailer and has the original cover. It has a 175 Merc on it and when my husband puts his foot into it the boat sits up on it's rear and really takes off. I love it when people ask us what kind of boat it is no one here has heard of them. It is a
great performing boat!!!

paul folks

08-31-2009, 10:56 AM

wow no pix of laser ed's?? his is very clean and very fast....

clamponracing

08-31-2009, 06:05 PM

kansas laser

08-31-2009, 07:27 PM

Yes we are. The only laser we have seen is ours but last weekend I was driving and had a guy come up on my left side (you know the type fancy boat so it must be faster and better than yours), my husband ask if I saw him I said yes and put the pedal down the butt in the water the nose in the air and that was the last we saw of
him LOL I love it. I water ski but had open heart surgery this spring so I have to
wait until next summer, but I did tube behind it and boy it was great, can't wait to ski. Keep kicking their backsides!!!! LOVE MY LASER
PS There are some pics that I posted of ours just after we bought it.

kansas laser

09-06-2009, 08:19 PM

RevmanII, I would like to ask you a question about the color of your boat. I LOVE IT!!
Did you buy it like that or did you have it painted like that?? I am going to have mine
painted next year, and I have a friend who does fancy detailing so he is going to do
my boat. But your colors are really great. Kansas Laser

VTROCK

09-23-2009, 10:45 PM

I have an 1989 laser 420 ray special edition. it looks like a bigger version of the 380 ray. My question is i have a johnson gt200 running a 13 3/4 x 23 pitch ballistic prop and a para lift 12" setback jack plate. no low water pickup but have raised motor once and hit 82 until the temp alarm went off!!! i know i need lwp but what prop and pitch would be good on this setup to get more speed out of her? also does anyone know what the rev limiter is on a stock 1989 johnson gt 200? thnks for any advice!!

wideglide55

09-23-2009, 10:48 PM

Loopers limit at 6700.

VTROCK

09-23-2009, 10:56 PM

Thanks wideglide. So i could probably get away with running a prop 26-28 pitch then? my ballistic will only turn 5,700 rpm

VTROCK

09-23-2009, 10:57 PM

its a 23 pitch. Does anyone know where to get solid motor mounts for 1989 gt 200?

DerStream

01-01-2010, 05:42 PM

I just picked up a new to me 1987 Laser 1700, I will get some pictures up within the next few days. Anyone know anything about it? Looks like it should run nice.

musky50

01-10-2010, 10:35 PM

I'm all up for the website. I recently purchased my 2nd Laser, 18 footer with flippin deck. I really loved the first one hope this one is jst as great. I will be getting back with pics and asking for setup advice.

VTROCK

01-20-2010, 02:35 PM

Anyone looking to buy a laser 420 ray? with a johson gt 200 on it?

Lost-in-MX

03-21-2010, 10:33 PM

Hello,

Here´s another Laser 380 Ray owner. The boat is in Mexico City, Mexico, being rigged as a race boat again!

Jorgellanos

03-25-2010, 07:37 PM

Hello,

I have a LASER LTV 84 and It just won the first stage (Bacalar-Chetumal) of the UIM JET & O.B World River Championship held a few days back here in Mexico in several rivers (Hondo, Usumacinta and Grijalva River).

Awesome boat!! and after some modifications thanks to some suggestions from Scream & Fly Users (TREX, Action Dave, Mach351 and many more..)

With a stock 2.0L Mariner 150HP = 70mph (1pax) 65mph (DAD & me)
Props used:
- Cleaver 14 X 24 - 6200rpm
Chopper 14.5 X 26 - 5200rpm

:) posted some pics on my profile :)
best regards to the LASER owners!!
and now the STOCK 150HP is preparing for some work

Lost-in-MX

03-25-2010, 07:41 PM

Don´t foget to mention the valuable infomation given by Motonautica Mexico. LOL! It sounds like the Mod VP is coming back to the races in the US and Mexico.... Cheers.

Hello,

I have a LASER LTV 84 and It just won the first stage (Bacalar-Chetumal) of the UIM JET & O.B World River Championship held a few days back here in Mexico in several rivers (Hondo, Usumacinta and Grijalva River).

Awesome boat!! and after some modifications thanks to some suggestions from Scream & Fly Users (TREX, Action Dave, Mach351 and many more..)

With a stock 2.0L Mariner 150HP = 70mph (1pax) 65mph (DAD & me)
Props used:
- Cleaver 14 X 24 - 6200rpm
Chopper 14.5 X 26 - 5200rpm

:) posted some pics on my profile :)
best regards to the LASER owners!!
and now the STOCK 150HP is preparing for some work

Jorgellanos

03-25-2010, 07:48 PM

I'm guessing you are Charles Large... right?
and yes what an excellent organization from part of MOTONAUTICA MEXICO
hoping for sure MOD VP racers from USA can come for the next events

mrgeorgej

04-01-2010, 01:20 AM

Hello Laser owners,
I recently purchased a 1987 19' Laser Boats of Texas boat from a from a co-worker but have had some trouble determining exactly which model I have. Atached are some pics. I think it is a 380 Ray Ski but I also saw a model called a 380 Ray Ski Signature, so any body know the difference in these two models?

Thanks,
George

Lake Mead, Las Vegas, NV

BUSHWACKER

04-01-2010, 01:46 AM

Lost-in-MX

04-01-2010, 09:40 AM

I'm guessing you are Charles Large... right?
and yes what an excellent organization from part of MOTONAUTICA MEXICO
hoping for sure MOD VP racers from USA can come for the next events

We would definetly welcome people from the States in our marathon and endurance race in Tuxpan. As the Mexican Boating Federation just approved the date, we are at WOT obtaining sponsorship support in order to provide complimetary entry fees, hotel accomodations, and travel expenses for 40 teams. As soon as I confirm enough revenue, I will post an "Official" invitation here and in other forums.
We have to face the fact that Mexico´s reputation is not the best in the media. However, didn´t we just host the World Championship with a great deal of success? I´ve heard nothing but good things from the Canadian, American and Kiw teams.
The organizers really set the bar high for us.
Cheers.

mrgeorgej

04-01-2010, 11:34 PM

Any serial #s in the glass on the right side of the transom? Or on the paperwork?
If so post them.
Best of luck with the new boat. :thumbsup:
If ya don't know it, now your "hooked", in more ways than one. :D

Thanks Bushwacker,

Hull Number is CJM74407A787

Is there a way to tell model from this?

G

JamesGang

05-30-2010, 02:47 PM

Here are a couple pictures of mine. This is the third one I have owned. My first one was up on Sacondaga many times with BigJohnson, we used to hang out at Sand Island all the time.
208510
208511
208512

17vbullet

05-31-2010, 04:44 AM

Glad I found this thread. Im buyin a laser bass boat from a guy in ft worth. I grew up in a laser and love the boat. Dad was good friends with one of the guys who originally started laser. We had a 79 model 17ft bass boat and were the first ones in our club to own one. Dad found a 79 model 2.0 175 merc for it and nobody could touch it in our club. The only ones who could hang were the hydro sports and the hydrastreams. That 79 got stolen out of the driveway one night while we were at church. 2 boats later dad bought an 84 model 17.5ft laser from a friend. It was a brown and bronze boat. Its still around but its sittin in the mud on lake palestine in east tx. Dad has wanted another one for quite some time, but couldnt find one worth it and never could save up enough to get one. I found this one on fastbass right before I deployed and just put the check in the mail last week. I am gettin the boat minus motor. This boat is kinda of a thanks for bein there, fathers day, and birthday all roled into one type gift. When I was growin up we always had a tournament to fish or always got the guys together to go fish just to fish. In all those trips to the lake, theres not one time where dad or one of the guys didnt tangle with some other boat while runnin down the lake. I loved the feel of a laser when its aired out and hailin the mail. Feels like youre 10ft above the water and ridin on air.

slowboy

06-01-2010, 07:23 AM

84 laser ltv...........johnson powered....gotta paint it this winter.other then that love the boat got some problems boat it will be ok

Ski Machine

07-23-2010, 08:28 PM

I just bought an 89 19 ft. Starcraft eagle v hull. Seems to be the same as the lasers, anyone know about these? I read somewhere starcraft bought the laser molds and produced them for one year.

Robert Kunnert

09-26-2010, 09:10 PM

I agree also. Just bought one and like it alot. Went 90 today after adding a jack plate and raising the motor about 5 inches. Having problems finding setup info on these ltv's. Any suggestions would help. I'm running a xp200 w/nose cone. and have the prop shaft about even with the bottom of the boat. 6500 rpm's. Thanks

Ski Machine

03-06-2011, 07:57 PM

Here is some pictures of a starcraft eagle. Same hull as a 380 from what I can tell.

BUSHWACKER

03-06-2011, 09:46 PM

P/M T-Rex he is the Lazer expert, he even has his LTV up for sale with or w/o motor over on www.byuboyz.com :thumbsup:
Also check here www.uscgboating.org then click on Recalls and safety defects, manufactures, then go to page 109 look for CJM info
Yours is a real one. CJM is Laser code, last 3 numbers = built 7-87

BUSHWACKER

03-07-2011, 12:00 AM

Thank you for serving and being a great son too, come home safe and sound :thumbsup:

wideglide55

03-07-2011, 08:47 AM

Robert be careful with the new LTV over 90 they like to lift off like an airplane,should probably run a cleaver,T-Rex can answer any question you have about it.WEAR YOUR LIFEJACKET it only works if you put it on..Do you have a kill switch with lanyard?

VTROCK

03-07-2011, 04:08 PM

I have for sale a 1989 Laser 420 Ray special edition. It has a 1989 Johnson GT 200 motor with Bob's LWP, mercury racing Paralift hydraulic jackplate, Ballistic four blade prop. Has been 77 MPH with this setup. Interior is a 6 outta 10. Transom was redone last year with Seacast composite. $8,000 OBO, Shoot me an offer.

16winder

03-07-2011, 09:29 PM

i have a 1987 ltv the regi says charger? had a stock bridgeport doin 96.1mph wit a **** gearcase 20in mid 28 chopper shootin for that triple digit this year! how do i get pics on here?

BUSHWACKER

03-09-2011, 08:25 PM

i have a 1987 ltv the regi says charger? had a stock bridgeport doin 96.1mph wit a **** gearcase 20in mid 28 chopper shootin for that triple digit this year! how do i get pics on here?

Try doing a search on how to post pics, see it in upper right. If I knew how I'd tell ya. :o Also without being a paying team member there are limits. Team membership info is in dropdown box on left. :p

JamesGang

03-10-2011, 08:35 AM

Under the quick reply box hit GO ADVANCED. In that box on top hit the attachments icon and upload your pics.

mikeylarge

03-10-2011, 12:20 PM

Tim, if you look under the deck of your boat on the sides of the cockpit, you can see that someone modified the top deck and closed in teh cockpit. Your boat has a history to it.

16winder

03-10-2011, 02:07 PM

ya i was thinkin it was modified or somethin with the numbers i was seeing trying to post pics thanx!

16winder

03-10-2011, 02:18 PM

not the greatest pics

Carys Go Fast Powerheads

03-14-2011, 06:02 AM

Here is my LTV, also have a Valero YT, both are 18ft ,,both run fast,,but the Laser,,just like driving on an Ice rail track, very easy to find sweet spot with 6in jack plate, and a sporty. I will hit 100MPH this year with a lightning ET. This boat was split in two pieces before it was in the shop for 4 hours. New Oak plywood transom and center floor section. There is only one orignal part left on this boat,,,the steering wheel. I used the old gas tank as a ballist up front under deck,,,for those 100 plus days against the wind. Cary

Jorgellanos

06-07-2011, 05:40 PM

We would definetly welcome people from the States in our marathon and endurance race in Tuxpan. As the Mexican Boating Federation just approved the date, we are at WOT obtaining sponsorship support in order to provide complimetary entry fees, hotel accomodations, and travel expenses for 40 teams. As soon as I confirm enough revenue, I will post an "Official" invitation here and in other forums.
We have to face the fact that Mexico´s reputation is not the best in the media. However, didn´t we just host the World Championship with a great deal of success? I´ve heard nothing but good things from the Canadian, American and Kiw teams.
The organizers really set the bar high for us.
Cheers.

//

2011 SEASON
Thanks to the FEDERACION MEXICANA DE MOTONAUTICAS and the various Motonautica MOD VP clubs, we've hosted soo far of 2011
two races with huge attendancy not only national but international.
1rst serial was held in the magnificent town of Tlactoalpan, Veracruz (town that is awarded to be an UNESCO site of heritage) with a huge attendancy
2nd serial held in Alvarado, Veracruz, which was also the date of the guiness world breaking record of more tons of rice made and free gifted to the people. with an attendancy of 20,000 people
MOD VP Boats competed for the price!
Between the MOD VP Boats was the LASER

STV, HYDROSTREAMS (VALERO, VECTOR, VIKING), LASER 380, BASS PRO, and many more.
Yet again the MOD VP sport is rising, not only in MEXICO
South Africa, Argentine, Costa Rica and Dominican Republic are one of the countries with more MOD VP acceptance and racers.

I leave you some LINKS to the pictures of last race, and a personal video, hope you like them is a pleasure to share being an ex pilot of a LASER.

MOD VP IS AND STILL WILL BE! ONE OF THE BEST POWERBOAT RACING

photo gallery of Alvarado, Veracruz
http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.188884517827250.45326.150987254950310

video of Alvarado, Veracruz
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B7ZcBQ7WD40

video of Tlacotalpan, Veracruz
http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=10150601158575165

geeforcem

06-07-2011, 06:17 PM

Jorgellanos

06-07-2011, 06:25 PM

235608

for those that did'nt see the LTV in action here it is

Carys Go Fast Powerheads

06-07-2011, 07:01 PM

I live in New Caney north of houston. I go to the river down in crosby to Loves marina. Alot of go fast boats go down there on Saturdays and Sundays. Three weeks ago I hit a 4 foot roller from a wakeboard boat at 85MPH and left the water for it seemed like forever and my transom did not like the landing. Didnt break it but pulled glass from knees and stringers.Have to resplit the boat for repair. Already have the horned lazer motor pulled of, just waiting on time to continue. Took the Valero last weekend with a costomers powehead on it for break-in before shippment. When I get it water ready again I will see if you are interested in making the trip,,its wort it. Cary

wideglide55

06-07-2011, 08:52 PM

I think 100mph into the wind in an LTV is an invitation to the astronaut club.

geeforcem

06-08-2011, 05:13 PM

Storz

02-16-2012, 07:55 AM

Kicking this back up :)

'84 Laser LTV owner here

laser380

03-03-2012, 09:07 PM

Ok... where have all the lazer people gone? How many of the guys and gals listed here still have a laser? TTT again for laser owners.....here is mine.....252398252399

syclone01

03-05-2012, 09:37 PM

i have the windshielf off my 1985 laser bass boat, side console, tinted in good shape. figured i'd post it here before i threw it away, email for pics, syclone01@hotmail.com thanks

JamesGang

03-06-2012, 12:01 AM

Still got mine.

Jorgellanos

03-06-2012, 06:40 PM

just sold the LTV, now it races in the V4 category, will upload pictures and video of it soon.

cptunnel

03-16-2012, 06:24 AM

im checking in with mine..these boats are awesome!

JamesGang

04-17-2012, 02:27 PM

Dosen't look like any Laser I have ever seen.

JamesGang

04-17-2012, 03:19 PM

OK sorry after looking a little closer its a newer 17.5 LTV. I'm use to looking at 80s Lasers. I have had 3 of them.

JamesGang

04-17-2012, 05:41 PM

What prop are you running? What RPM? Got a picture of the rigging? Is it on a jack? I have always run 380Rays but Im sure if you give some info some of the STV guys will tell you what to do.

JamesGang

04-22-2012, 08:33 AM

You may be close to what that engine will do. Post a picture of back of boat with engine jacked to about where you run it.

wideglide55

04-22-2012, 03:36 PM

That bass motor is really about 165 hp,you can spin it 6500 for about five years if you treat it right.I think the windshield threw him off at first it kinda made you think hydrostream at first glance.Try a Mazco RE3 or4 on it but be careful with the trim button.I was wishin this had a windshield yesterday at 111mph.It was too rough for him to pull the trigger all the way.It has run 132mph.

JamesGang

04-22-2012, 05:05 PM

Man I got a 36 Spectre that has a paint job a lot like yours. What do you think.254914254912254913

cwylie

07-09-2012, 03:34 PM

Anyone know where this boat is? It was for sale on here a few years ago.

TiGer85SS

07-14-2012, 10:18 PM

I have a 86 19ft Laser bassboat

Velocity72

07-16-2012, 08:43 PM

JROBERTS, PM me the price you are thinkng. Thanks.

laserhullcrew84

08-07-2013, 12:35 PM

Here are some blurry (sorry!) photos of a 1984 Laser Boats brochure:

https://mega.co.nz/#!5FIUmLLY!Dys_EiUJjAkE1QIk6VXcqkhDgs40knxwRHxiQYIAfis

I worked there during the summer of 1984 at first mixing paint (gelcoat), cleaning, waxing and taping molds and then switched to the hull crew after the paint guy lost his temper at me.

Great East Predictor

09-07-2013, 09:15 AM

Finally got my laser project mostly done. Its an 86 380, 225x, stainless marine 4.5" setback, spinning a 28 pro et on the limiter with a best of 86.9 gps. It does have a bit of a porpoise problem above 50 mph but flattens out above 70. 282862282863

Baja16

09-07-2013, 09:52 AM

Lookin good^^^ Try putting like 15-20lbs under the bow... My 380 with the E-Tec bounces in that speed range as well, i put 18lbs under the bow and it made it much better w/o hurtin top end...

oldschoolltv

09-07-2013, 10:02 AM

Shawn Junker's new laser ltv with the race deck.
http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a198/MATT8889/STV200192_zps8783c183.jpg (http://s11.photobucket.com/user/MATT8889/media/STV200192_zps8783c183.jpg.html)

Great East Predictor

09-07-2013, 03:27 PM

Lookin good^^^ Try putting like 15-20lbs under the bow... My 380 with the E-Tec bounces in that speed range as well, i put 18lbs under the bow and it made it much better w/o hurtin top end...
Thanks will do. What kind of speeds are you seeing with the etec? I am going to toss a straight edge on the bottom when it comes out for the year to make sure it is straight, not sure if its true but I've heard some of these boats had a hook to em.

Laser LTV

09-08-2013, 10:33 AM

I will be running my 83 LTV next weekend in bainbridge. It Lloyd Burns old "Over The Hill Gang" boat. It's stamped race boat and appears to be the 7th one built. I've been searching for old pictures of this boat when Lloyd raced it but not found any. Boat still looks as it did when he bought it new and still has the OTHG and KDBA stickers on it. If anyone has any please post!

Baja16

09-08-2013, 06:20 PM

Thanks will do. What kind of speeds are you seeing with the etec? I am going to toss a straight edge on the bottom when it comes out for the year to make sure it is straight, not sure if its true but I've heard some of these boats had a hook to em.

Im seeing low 90's... I've been getting into 1/4mile drag racing with this boat so i haven't really seen its full potential as far as top end goes...

sbohntr

09-12-2013, 12:25 PM

Hi Laser owners,
I am new to Laser boats and need a little help identifying the model and year of the hull I purchased. I purchased what I believe to be a 1987 Laser LTV Bass Boat (hull ID CJM32558E787) with a 1992 EFI 200 hp Mariner. Is it possible to identify the hull model and year using the hull ID? I appreciate any assistance.
Thanks
Todd

Badbob

01-14-2014, 05:41 PM

Picking up a 99 Laser 18.5 Bass Boat with a 225 Promax in great condition this weekend. Hold on to your shorts.... $5500

Badbob

02-05-2014, 08:58 PM

Shoot me a PM, I just picked up a Laser project although it runs it needs a transom before I stretch her legs.

Bob

cwylie

02-07-2014, 10:50 AM

Anyone know where this Laser is? I would love to find it.

I tried to post this in the WTB forum but it would not allow me. I looked for the rules but could not find any so I apologize if I am offending anyone by posting this here.

I remember spending about every weekend and many week days with my father on a Laser LTV he had and always loved that boat. My mother kept it for a few years after he was killed but ended up selling it in the mid 90's. I know the boat went to Houston Texas but that is about all I know. For the past few years I have been looking for that boat or one like it. I found one a few years ago in Louisiana with the exact same color scheme. I lost contact with the guy and dont know if the boat ever sold. I still have a few pictures on that one I found.

Does anyone know where this boat is by chance. Anyone seen any others in this color scheme?

badbob76087

02-08-2014, 05:01 PM

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Picking up a 99 Laser 18.5 Bass Boat with a 225 Promax in great condition this weekend. Hold on to your shorts.... $4500

syclone01

02-08-2014, 05:10 PM

291978291979291980 Looks nice, but check the floor/stringers very carefully. The Lasers are known to get wet especially in the rear where all the foam is. I bought a pristine looking Laser that looked very nice that I was planning on completely redoing anyways and when I took the boat apart it had completely rotted away stringers, just the fiberglass was left. They are good driving boats and fast.

200venom

02-19-2014, 04:15 PM

Doing a little Prop testing on the Laser on Diversion Canal by Blind River Bar.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNiZ-7XOORA

badbob76087

02-19-2014, 05:23 PM

Doing a little Prop testing on the Laser on Diversion Canal by Blind River Bar.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNiZ-7XOORA

So what did you get the Johnrude up to? I used to have a 2.6 GT on my Hydrasport X-270 and it was super fast

JamesGang

02-19-2014, 06:39 PM

Nice Laser. Love them things.

200venom

02-19-2014, 07:12 PM

badbob76087

02-19-2014, 08:58 PM

Bob, I was running a 30 Mazco RE3. Got 79 mph out of it. Now it jus an old flatback XP 150, nothing near what the old 2.6 GT was! I would love to build one of those for it one day with an evenfire crank!!

Getting hard to find them now. I just bought a Laser 3880 check it out on my profile. Hope to run it this weekend and see what she will do with a 30" Chopper.

200venom

02-19-2014, 09:31 PM

Nice Laser. Love them things.

Thanks, JamesGang!!

200venom

02-19-2014, 09:39 PM

Yeah Bob, I wish u still had that 2.6 GT shoved in the corner of ur garage taking up space!! LOL!! Yeah, lemme know how it does this wknd

badbob76087

02-19-2014, 10:23 PM

You know of any Laser clubs? Picked this one up for the engine, but the more I look at it the more I want to keep it.

badbob76087

02-20-2014, 06:26 AM

Have not pulled the cap yet, but inside tank area all sounds solid, cant poke any holes in stringers. I used to live on the Ortega River in the 80's, got married in Orange Park and my in-laws are still there.

Hoping this goes good, how is your project going?

84LaserLTV

03-19-2014, 04:51 PM

Here are some pics of my 84 Laser LTV Bass Boat, I am currently in the process of rebuilding her!

badbob76087

03-19-2014, 06:28 PM

Here are some pics of my 84 Laser LTV Bass Boat, I am currently in the process of rebuilding her!

Love the LTV! Nice work on the new transom, did the cap come off pretty easy?

84LaserLTV

03-19-2014, 06:37 PM

Thanks Badbob! no the cap was a pain in the ass to get off, mainly cause all the screws stripped out and rusty so I had cut everyone of them, then it wasn't bad all the wiring was connected to the cap so that was pretty easy! Anyone got any ideas on a paint scheme for this boat, I wanting to redo the gel coat just don't know what colors, or should I keep it original?

200venom

03-19-2014, 06:58 PM

I like the original look. I would keep it like that.

badbob76087

03-19-2014, 08:24 PM

JamesGang

03-19-2014, 08:29 PM

Nice looking project. Good luck with it.

badbob76087

03-27-2014, 09:35 PM

Anyone up for some lake running on Saturday in Ft Worth area?

Marchettih2o

04-16-2014, 06:20 AM

Hey Bob...My dad and I will be running at Lake Arlington this weekend and most likely Monday too. He has a Laser and I have a GS 2003...hope to see you out there...gg

KonaKustoms

05-21-2014, 09:53 AM

Here is mine! Just got the tird home yesterday & going to a full restoration on it. Will post pics sometime and start a thread.
Have not been on SF in a while do to divorce & life kicking me pretty hard. Getting back into boats again so got this 84 LTV to get me back in the flight seat! (wish it was a old Mirrage). Anyway....let the fun begin again!
It has been setting in a back yard in St. Louis by Creve Cour Lake since 2001 but we rescued it and gonna make it new this summer.

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geeforcem

05-21-2014, 11:16 AM

Very nice! I just purchased a 380 Ray in the exact same color combo!

black junk racing

05-21-2014, 07:10 PM

I have joined the laser oweners club I puck up an 1989 laser 2 LTV comp boat picks soon to come

KonaKustoms

05-22-2014, 08:22 AM

These are great boats and fun to drive! Wish I would have kept my old LTV and not sold it but I can build this one better....lol
Anyone have pics of the center pad extension people are doing?

JamesGang

05-22-2014, 10:58 AM

Picture of mine last spring on the Hudson in NY. My buddy next to me went out and got a 40 Sutphen after this ride!
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KonaKustoms

06-07-2014, 10:53 AM

I bet that came down hard....lol Nice ride!

lmglies08

06-07-2014, 01:40 PM

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JamesGang

06-09-2014, 02:10 AM

Not hard at all. Just had to stay in it a little!

largecar91

06-09-2014, 02:54 PM

Finally starting to get my 380 dialed in. Did some motor height adjustments and went back to DAH SRX 29. Yesterday a friend of mine had his STV river rocket w 225 Efi out and we went playing . I was very surprised that only a couple times could he barely get by me. He spins 32 cleaver against rev limiter. I know if he had more prop he could get by me No problem but I'm still pretty happy. Getting right there around the 90 mark. I still haven't got it balanced yet so I know there's more in her.

Great East Predictor

06-09-2014, 09:38 PM

Looks good. how do you like the srx? what do you have for setback?

largecar91

06-10-2014, 09:47 AM

Just getting used to the prop. Seems to work well. I have 7" setback on it. I had to drop the motor back down a bit to get it to hook up and carry the bow.

BigJohnson

06-12-2014, 07:53 AM

Without going through 15 pages does anyone have a 3.0 litre Merc on a 380 Ray? We are thinking of getting a Laser for the 225 we have. They are kind of heavy for a Laser but was curious if anyone has one setup.

JamesGang

06-12-2014, 08:07 AM

Bob my looper must be close in weight to a 3.0 that dosen't have a offshore mid.

BigJohnson

06-12-2014, 09:55 AM

Bob my looper must be close in weight to a 3.0 that dosen't have a offshore mid.
This is quicker than texting you lol. I know you made yours strong. I guess if he breaks it then we fix it.

JamesGang

06-12-2014, 10:06 AM

Yep!!

Baja16

06-12-2014, 02:22 PM

my 380 loves my E-Tec and it weighs ~500#

JamesGang

06-12-2014, 06:03 PM

my 380 loves my E-Tec and it weighs ~500#

What kind of speed you gettin out of it with the E-Tec?

DoktorC

06-14-2014, 04:58 PM

Baja16

06-15-2014, 02:32 PM

What kind of speed you gettin out of it with the E-Tec?

Right now I'm at 90mph on the rev limiter with a 32'' BullerCut Performer. I'm been waiting for Hill Marine the start making their ET copys in a 34''... Hopefully i'll see mid 90's with that.

mjpowersports

06-19-2014, 11:21 AM

85 Laser 160V here, 150 XR2 rigging this week not sure what to expect lol300095300096300097

JamesGang

06-19-2014, 02:45 PM

Right now I'm at 90mph on the rev limiter with a 32'' BullerCut Performer. I'm been waiting for Hill Marine the start making their ET copys in a 34''... Hopefully i'll see mid 90's with that.
Nice! Yours looks a lot like the first Laser I had. Bought it new in 1982.

silverstang

06-25-2014, 10:28 AM

Guys I've got an LTV with the race cap on it and went through a pretty nasty spill a few weeks ago. Does anyone know where the molds are to these boats? I'm missing a fairly large section on the rear of the top cap. Or if anyone is willing to pull a mold for me off a boat they have? Don't really want to scrap this boat. I don't need a mold of the entire cap, just a section. I might be interested in buying an entire cap too if anyone knows of a boat laying around.

BigJohnson

09-15-2014, 07:52 PM

My son's 1984 380 Ray with a 3.0 225. Saw 82 with the fleetmaster case and 1.75 gears with a 26 chopper on the first run. Swapped gearcases and have a sporty with 1.62's and a 24 chopper on it now. Wanted to try the Fleetmaster on my boat. Haven't been able to get a new number because of trim and top mount bracket troubles. Hope to soon.
http://i60.tinypic.com/b5gupd.jpg

Great East Predictor

09-15-2014, 08:27 PM

good lookin rig, how does it handle the 3.0L on the back?

JamesGang

09-15-2014, 09:02 PM

Looks awesome Bob. Scott must love that thing.

JohnR

09-16-2014, 05:43 AM

Looks great Bob. We should swap cowls, my blue decals would go better with Scott's boat and his red with mine. :D Keep an eye out for a 300 ignition box, more aggressive timing curve and higher Rev limit.

John

BigJohnson

09-16-2014, 07:33 AM

good lookin rig, how does it handle the 3.0L on the back?

Like a Kite haha. Needs a hydraulic jack for different conditions with very little setback. It's a real light one. My other son has a Predictor too.

Looks awesome Bob. Scott must love that thing.

Thanks Jim. Not sure if he loves it more or me.

Looks great Bob. We should swap cowls, my blue decals would go better with Scott's boat and his red with mine. :D Keep an eye out for a 300 ignition box, more aggressive timing curve and higher Rev limit.

John

There are so many boats on Sacandaga now I won't even tell him that, haha. Plus he will pass me. The cowling has four straps now. It almost looked like GM250's Progression. They are heavy to begin with. When they are full of water wow!

JohnR

09-16-2014, 09:01 AM

That's what mine has too. 4 rubber hold downs. Someone gutted all the foam before I got it though. Still it's a heavy SOB.

Marchettih2o

09-16-2014, 09:33 AM

306110306111306112earlier this summer at Lake Arlington with a 73' Glastron Carlson/Merc 1500, 86 Sterling with 200 and Lser with 12" Mid and Bridgeport...we had the lake to ourselves that day....george in texas

Great East Predictor

09-17-2014, 02:19 PM

Like a Kite haha. Needs a hydraulic jack for different conditions with very little setback. It's a real light one. My other son has a Predictor too.

Ha, cool. Great couple boats right there. Still messin around with the setup of my laser a bit, but its a great boat.

BigJohnson

09-17-2014, 07:32 PM

Ha, cool. Great couple boats right there. Still messin around with the setup of my laser a bit, but its a great boat.

What engine does the Predictor have on yours?

Great East Predictor

09-17-2014, 09:11 PM

I had the 225x on it til I got the laser last year. That got me a bit over 90mph. I just put a 150 on it last week and that gets me to 70. It also had a Bridgeport on it a while back... its been around to say the least. Such a fun, forgiving boat and handles the power well.

bajaboy13

12-10-2014, 01:34 PM

This may sound like a silly question but did laser ever build a bowrider? If so does anyone have a pic?

Coupe427

12-10-2014, 08:35 PM

I don't think a bowrider was ever built. The only Lasers I know of are the race, ski and bass boats.

bajaboy13

12-10-2014, 11:28 PM

Interesting. I had a guy contact me saying he a laser bowrider for sale. 18' with a 175 on it. As soon as he sends me pics I'll post them up.

wideglide55

01-10-2015, 05:47 PM

They made a bowrider for sure I owned one

dondenney

03-06-2015, 10:03 PM

I like the idea of a Laser group. I owned a 19 ft. Laser for 9 years. I only knew it as a Laser. I was out on the lake one day and the original owner saw the boat and motioned me into his dock. We talked about the boat for a while and he told me how he had a lot of fun with the boat. The boat was in rough shape with cracks in the transom and soft floors. I planned on rebuilding the boat and was on E-bay and I found a Laser LTV. I bought it May of 2014 and then my better half said the old one had to go. I discovered that it was a 380 Ray.

The opening of this thread is in regard to the sponsons filling with water, My port side fills with water. I had a few other issues with the boat that I tried to correct. With a 150 Hp Yamaha PRO-V 150 it sits so low in the water that I moved one of the 6 gallon fuel tanks to the front of the boat. When the boat sits empty small waves wash up over the transom.

The LTV has a Kevlar hull and is very light.315876I have been thinking of selling the boat. If there is any interest let me know.

syclone01

03-07-2015, 10:08 AM

Anybody ever get pics of the Laser bowrider??

CRMERC

04-03-2015, 05:13 PM

I got my first Laser as part of a trade and to be honest I was not that hot on the boat. After it sat for a year or two I threw a motor on it just to test an engine and the hull started to grow on me ever since. It does not have the top end of a V-king or an Allison but it is much better suited to rough water and high speed turns. I now have a second Laser this time an LTV I will let you know how it works out.317521

FastLaser

04-03-2015, 09:41 PM

"The opening of this thread is in regard to the sponsons filling with water, My port side fills with water."

Did you ever find out where this water was coming from? I have a similar problem and the only explanation I can come up with is that water is flowing over the stern when coming off plane.

1FASTLASER

04-04-2015, 08:30 AM

I assume you have the Tunnel V boat. Which one do you actually have. I am pretty up on Lasers and there little quirks. Anyway what kinda power you got on it and also do you have a jackplate. There are several ways a Laser and other boats for that matter can get waterwhere they aint supposed to get. Coming off plane wrong or too quick is just one of them. Incorrect sealing around the jackplate is another. What I have found on a few of them I have turned wrenchs on is also the mati g surface where the cap meets the hull. Of course that is under the rub rail. When at rest in the water HOW does ur boat set. If you in fact have big enough engine and/or a jackplate with enough set back in it when at rest allowing the rubrail to set at or slightly below the rubrail it could be gettin in there. Post up some pics of the rear of boat and lets see ifn we can get you figured out

HPShadow

04-08-2015, 04:30 PM

Is there a laser group forming I think would be very helpful.

biglargeone

05-03-2015, 05:33 PM

Hi, I looked at a 1985 380 Ray this am 19ft original owner.Boat is near mint. Has a 200 merc 1994 with aprox 100 hrs also looks mint. Boat never out of garage unless being used. Has not been started in 6 yrs. Guy is firm on 12.500 What do you think? Thanks for any input.

FastLaser

05-03-2015, 09:41 PM