Re: 1997 Starcraft Fishmaster 190CC Resto
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take a look at my thread, EZ's, Rick, or just about any one doing an alum. boat restore and you will see how it's done.
i was just going to replace the wood deck.
then the transom was shot
then i found water soaked foam.
then corrosion.
all i can offer is what have done. i took everything out of
the boat. removed all the bottom molding on the sides where
it meets the deck, then the
decking(try to keep as much intact so you can use as a template,
same
with the transom)
i used a long handle shovel and was able to pop out large pcs. of
foam starting at the bow (front). remove the stringers
(long pcs of alum used to
secure the decking) and set aside.i then pressure washed the hull out.
then used comet to scrub and then pressure washed again
then i used a product that is used to remove rust stains it is
a acid product so if you use it take precations. it's similar to
sharks hide(alum cleaner but cheaper)
then wire wheeled any spots that didn't look right or had any
white corrosion.
i used alot of stuff to clean the hull before i used the acid wash
including easy off oven cleaner.
check out all the alum threads and you will see similar process.
just remember that alot of these guys have boats that have
never seen salt water and do not have ant corrosion problems
there is alot of good people out here to help and encourage you,
you will see many different opinions and will have to make some
judgement call yourself.
read as many threads as possible, your not alone
