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    Sink or Float?

    In restoring my old '61 Alumacraft I see the seats still have the styrofoam inside. I'm wondering what the life span of that is and will it still keep the boat afloat. My guess is it's ok but would like to ask the knowledgable people on this forum. Thanks, Jim
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    Alumacraft Restoration

    I'm in the process of trying to restore and old 1961 Alumacraft and found that the seam in the bow area has most of the caulking missing. Not sure what they used originally in there or what would be best to reseal that area. Right now it leaks pretty bad. Any help would be appreciated...
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    Alumacraft Ser.#EZ6-3303

    Decided to restore the above 12 footer (see previous post) and replace the transom wood etc.. Alumacraft states it's a 1961 model. My biggest "leak" right now is at the bow. Does anyone know what was used originally at the inside seam of the bow? Whatever it was, mostly gone now. What would...
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    Vintage 12 Footer Alumacraft

    Purchased a 12' Alumacraft today to use as a rowboat for fishing on a small lake. It was covered with algae/moss but appeared to be all intact. Looked exactly like one my father owned in the late 50's. V hull, not very deep, 3 seats. I put it on a couple sawhorses and brushed the hull with...
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