1995 Astro Help

marquise

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I am trying to bring this boat back to life. I was told to post my thread here. There is a soft spot on the passenger side of the boat pulled carpet up and pushed my hand right through. I noticed also standing water in the boat and the boat has been exposed for awhile 5 years maybe so i should expect that and then some,but there were no soft spots on the driver side of the boat. Anyway when i pushed my hand through what I thought was wood seems like a bunch of foam and maybe wood under it i don't know, i am a first timer but willing to give it a shot. Looking at other post I may have to pull the top cap off the boat? Is there any other way to check without having to do that. But if i have to take the cap off, i'm ok with that. Just need step by step info on starting this project.
 

jfas

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Re: 1995 Astro Help

Hey Marquise,

Welcome to iboats, you will find a wealth of knowledge here on the forums. I'm just finishing up on restoring my old bass boat. It's not a Astro, but it might give you an idea of what you're in for. I had the same problems, soft floor, rotting transom, wet foam, etc.

If you want to take a look you can click here --> http://forums.iboats.com/boat-resto...-ebbtide-dynatrak-150-restoration-637461.html

JFas
 

Woodonglass

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Re: 1995 Astro Help

Welcome to the iBoats Drydock!

Pics always help us to help you. That way we can see what you see and then offer the best advice on how to proceed. Best way to post your pics is to open a Free Photobucket account and then use the IMG Code to copy and paste your pics into your iBoats post. Get you pics posted and I'm sure you'll get all the help you need. These two links will help get you started...
"Fabricating Decks, Stringers, and Transoms"

(Click the pic to Download and view the PDF File)
View attachment MaterialsList.pdf

This link will show you Everything else...
http://forums.iboats.com/completed-b...on-510077.html
 
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marquise

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Re: 1995 Astro Help

Thanks I am trying to open and cut more of the floor out so i can some better pics
 
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