Getting a 1986 Martinique running
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Printed Date: April-27-2024 at 1:25am
Topic: Getting a 1986 Martinique running
Posted By: dimesy23
Subject: Getting a 1986 Martinique running
Date Posted: September-14-2020 at 2:36pm
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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 https://youtu.be/y2tFID4cMUQ" rel="nofollow - https://youtu.be/y2tFID4cMUQ 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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Posted By: ultrarunner
Date Posted: September-14-2020 at 3:04pm
| Good for you. Winter is a good time to install those interior skins ;-) |
Posted By: Fabcon
Date Posted: September-14-2020 at 7:13pm
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Nice video looks like a solid project have fun. There is lots of great knowledge he if you need any help. ------------- 1976 Ski Nautique 351 Escort 1984 Barefoot Nautique (Parting Out) |
Posted By: dimesy23
Date Posted: September-15-2020 at 9:27am
| 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! |
Posted By: dimesy23
Date Posted: September-15-2020 at 9:28am
| 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! |
Posted By: ultrarunner
Date Posted: September-15-2020 at 9:56am
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. |
dimesy23 wrote:Posted By: ultrarunner
Date Posted: September-15-2020 at 10:19am
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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! |