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1978 19' Runabout

Posted: Mon Aug 03, 2020 11:14 am
by Delta Bill
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I had been looking for a boat for just having some fun on the river. I came across a 1978 Cobalt 19'. Its all original. It has a power step through window that is a but sluggish. Anybody have one of these beauties that could help me with that?

Re: 1978 19' Runabout

Posted: Mon Aug 03, 2020 11:26 am
by AsLan7
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Hey DB. Welcome to the Cobaltchat forum. So glad you found us!

Great classic pic. How is she powered? Other owners will chime in shortly.

Again welcome aboard mate!

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Re: 1978 19' Runabout

Posted: Mon Aug 03, 2020 12:01 pm
by akorcovelos
Very cool, always liked the power window on those. Like the look with the convertible top too. I don’t know specifics on the power window operation, but I’ve had good luck lubing the window tracks with garage door lube. It’s more viscous than typical lubricant and is weather proof so it lasts much longer than PB Blaster or the sort. Pics would help.

Re: 1978 19' Runabout

Posted: Sat Apr 17, 2021 11:28 pm
by Macarokks
Delta Bill wrote: Mon Aug 03, 2020 11:14 am IMG_4406.jpg

I had been looking for a boat for just having some fun on the river. I came across a 1978 Cobalt 19'. Its all original. It has a power step through window that is a but sluggish. Anybody have one of these beauties that could help me with that?
Beautiful!

Lockey and I both have 19CD’s. Most of them do have sluggish windows and I don’t think the motor can be replaced. We assist ours as much as possible.

Where are you located?

Re: 1978 19' Runabout

Posted: Mon Apr 19, 2021 6:40 am
by Lockey14s
Yep, mine goes down pretty fast but coming up I usually have to assist it. I suspect its the motor, but I have not taken it apart yet to inspect it. Pretty sure the brushes can be cleaned and put back together. Its worth a shot to see if it helps.

Re: 1978 19' Runabout

Posted: Mon Apr 19, 2021 12:24 pm
by Big Block Power
We have a really good electric motor rebuild company By us. Fondy electric. You can always ship them yours!
I go past it every day.