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    Posted: September-14-2020 at 2:36pm
Hi all-
Part-time lurker and now new forum member here. I recently came into a 1986 Martinique which had been sitting for 3 or 4 years outside with no cover. The video shows my process getting it running again

Spoiler alert - I did get it running, probably thanks to this forum and others. I did the video at the beginning of July and now into Sept, still going strong.
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Good for you. Winter is a good time to install those interior skins ;-)
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Fabcon Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: September-14-2020 at 7:13pm
Nice video looks like a solid project have fun. There is lots of great knowledge he if you need any help.
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Thanks - I'm sure I'll be calling on some of that knowledge down the line.  It's nice to add something first before signing up just to ask questions!
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Yeah, the interior is going to be lots of work.  The plan is to take out all the wood and refinish it this winter - we'll see!
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Originally posted by dimesy23 dimesy23 wrote:

Yeah, the interior is going to be lots of work.  The plan is to take out all the wood and refinish it this winter - we'll see!


Are you planning a complete gut? And starting with the stringers? As you likely know, several good threads on stringer replacement, with very good detail and pics.
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So Chris, these old boats have been wet for a loooong time. As well built as these boats were built in the day, the loss of integrity of the wood floors has allowed the foam below to become soaked, which then in turn has led to stringer rot.

You will see all this once you get the floor out. Take LOTS of pictures as you begin and read through a couple of the threads before you start.

Folks have done these repairs using a couple different material options. And with everything gutted, it’s also a great opportunity to make some modifications you haven’t even thought of yet;-)

Can’t wait to follow your progress over the winter.

There are plenty of members here, so likely someone close to you for beer-visits as you progress;-) I know of a couple just up the road from you!
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