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    Wood floor covering options

    Ok so I am at the point to cover the floors in my Islander. I have used 3/4 marine ply and am wondering if I should epoxy first then paint with epoxy paint or if that is overkill and just painting with epoxy paint would work? I know nothing will last forever but I am just looking to see if...
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    2lb or 4lb foam for Islander cabin

    I am wondering what foam would be best for under the seats in the cuddy cabin in my 83 Islander? The seats def need some support but I am unsure if 2lb is strong enough to support the weight of people or if 4lb would be better? Any thoughts?
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    Islander gas tank support

    I have tried searching but can’t seem to find any ideas about the cradle under the gas tank. It is aluminum that had wood attached but the wood was all but gone from rot. I think it was 1/2 inch plywood but not sure. Does any one have any ideas if that is correct and if there is anything else I...
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    Would like some ideas on sealing transom keyhole for outboard bracket.

    I am in the process of converting my 84 Islander to an outboard and am almost at the stage to get the bracket made but am wondering what some ways are to seal the old I/0 hole. I have a new transom put in that does not have the hole in it but am curious about the hole still in the aluminum. I...
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    Islander hull corrosion help!!

    Well, after grinding and cleaning the bottom of my hull I found some bad pitting. It looks like it goes DEEP! The worst is under where the gas line was and I am sure the wet foam and treated floors that were in There when I got it did not help. What do u guys think I should do? Fill with JB or...
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    84 Starcraft Islander 191 stringers

    1984 Starcraft Islander 191 engine stringer material Sorry no pics yet due to this is my first post but I am in the process of restoring an 84 Starcraft Islander. I have just finished taking all the rotten plywood out of the engine stringers (aluminum stringers filled with plywood) and am not...
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