1988 Martinique Winter of 18-19 Projects Complete!

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   Well, we have now had the 1988 Martinique for 13 months now.  Last summer, our primary focus was to find some interior pieces, make it functional for the summer, and enjoy time on the water.  It was a complete success.

This winter, the focus shifted into redoing several interior pieces, new flooring, and making it look prettier.  Along the way, we found a loose rudder/rudder port... After countless hours of research and help from CC Fan, we were able to solidify the support that the rudder and rudder port needed.  Crazy to summarize that process into a few easy sentences, but, she floats -- and I am sleeping well again!

After getting all of the hard stuff out of the way, the sights were set on getting the old carpet out, hooking up blower hoses/motors, reupholstering seats, 3-stage teak refinishing, building new seat boxes, and installing the Hydro Turf.

I had a spectacular group of guys to help put all the finishing touches on the boat.  Couldn't have gotten it done myself with out them.  Even just having someone to pass the tools, hold a light -- it was help that was needed and appreciated!

With all that being said, there was a hidden agenda behind all of this.  My girlfriend and I absolutely love boating.  If PA weather allowed for it -- we would be on the boat every day!  Having the Martinique complete and looking sharp, we were able to take our first voyage of the season.  I took this opportunity to ask for her hand in marriage. Luckily, she said "YES!"  It would have been a cold swim to the shoreline for her if not, lol.

So, I just wanted to share this post/pictures of a 90% complete Martinique project (still a few things to do... we want to redo the rest of the bow cushions and passenger/driver seat next winter) and of a couple who love boating! I know you guys here will appreciate a surprise boating proposal as much as anyone!

Here is to a happy life of boating, a summer of sun, and a huge thank you to all of the information that is allowed to be shared for free! 

How we got her

The restoration crew

How Ol' Sparky is looking on the inside now

The surprise! (And how it's looking on the outside!)

See you all on the river!

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beardo73 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: March-23-2018 Location: Slippery Rock Status: Offline Points: 123	Post Options Post Reply Quote beardo73 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Topic: 1988 Martinique Winter of 18-19 Projects Complete! Posted: May-06-2019 at 3:18pm
	Well, we have now had the 1988 Martinique for 13 months now. Last summer, our primary focus was to find some interior pieces, make it functional for the summer, and enjoy time on the water. It was a complete success. This winter, the focus shifted into redoing several interior pieces, new flooring, and making it look prettier. Along the way, we found a loose rudder/rudder port... After countless hours of research and help from CC Fan, we were able to solidify the support that the rudder and rudder port needed. Crazy to summarize that process into a few easy sentences, but, she floats -- and I am sleeping well again! After getting all of the hard stuff out of the way, the sights were set on getting the old carpet out, hooking up blower hoses/motors, reupholstering seats, 3-stage teak refinishing, building new seat boxes, and installing the Hydro Turf. I had a spectacular group of guys to help put all the finishing touches on the boat. Couldn't have gotten it done myself with out them. Even just having someone to pass the tools, hold a light -- it was help that was needed and appreciated! With all that being said, there was a hidden agenda behind all of this. My girlfriend and I absolutely love boating. If PA weather allowed for it -- we would be on the boat every day! Having the Martinique complete and looking sharp, we were able to take our first voyage of the season. I took this opportunity to ask for her hand in marriage. Luckily, she said "YES!" It would have been a cold swim to the shoreline for her if not, lol. So, I just wanted to share this post/pictures of a 90% complete Martinique project (still a few things to do... we want to redo the rest of the bow cushions and passenger/driver seat next winter) and of a couple who love boating! I know you guys here will appreciate a surprise boating proposal as much as anyone! Here is to a happy life of boating, a summer of sun, and a huge thank you to all of the information that is allowed to be shared for free! How we got her The restoration crew How Ol' Sparky is looking on the inside now The surprise! (And how it's looking on the outside!) See you all on the river!
	1988 Correct Craft Martinique B/R, PCM 454, ~577 HRS.

zwoobah Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: September-13-2018 Location: Providence RI Status: Offline Points: 308	Post Options Post Reply Quote zwoobah Report Post Thanks(1) Quote Reply Posted: May-06-2019 at 4:46pm
	Congrats! Her expression is priceless :) Boat is looking great too
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67 ski nat Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Platinum Member Joined: July-19-2018 Location: Santa rosa Status: Offline Points: 1199	Post Options Post Reply Quote 67 ski nat Report Post Thanks(1) Quote Reply Posted: May-06-2019 at 5:35pm
	Congrats. Have fun

tryathlete Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Platinum Member Joined: April-19-2013 Location: Lake Villa, IL Status: Offline Points: 1799	Post Options Post Reply Quote tryathlete Report Post Thanks(1) Quote Reply Posted: May-06-2019 at 9:19pm
	Awesome!

8122pbrainard Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Grand Poobah Joined: September-14-2006 Location: Three Lakes Wi. Status: Offline Points: 41045	Post Options Post Reply Quote 8122pbrainard Report Post Thanks(1) Quote Reply Posted: May-06-2019 at 9:25pm

	54 Atom 77 Tique 64 X55 Dunphy Keep it original, Pete <

jimsport93 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Platinum Member Joined: February-20-2008 Location: Alpharetta Ga Status: Offline Points: 1750	Post Options Post Reply Quote jimsport93 Report Post Thanks(1) Quote Reply Posted: May-06-2019 at 10:10pm
	Congratulations on a job well done on the boat; and, most importantly, on your engagement !
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fanofccfan Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Platinum Member Joined: December-13-2009 Location: North Bend NE Status: Offline Points: 1797	Post Options Post Reply Quote fanofccfan Report Post Thanks(1) Quote Reply Posted: May-07-2019 at 12:06am
	Congrats!
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davidg Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Grand Poobah Joined: January-07-2008 Location: NW Chicagoland Status: Offline Points: 2239	Post Options Post Reply Quote davidg Report Post Thanks(1) Quote Reply Posted: May-07-2019 at 12:50am
	Congrats on your engagement! Enjoy that Martinique OB. Excellent choice of boat sir!

oldlegbone Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: September-17-2018 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Status: Offline Points: 23	Post Options Post Reply Quote oldlegbone Report Post Thanks(1) Quote Reply Posted: May-07-2019 at 10:16am
	The boat looks great, man! And congratulations to both of yinz on the engagement!

beardo73 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: March-23-2018 Location: Slippery Rock Status: Offline Points: 123	Post Options Post Reply Quote beardo73 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: May-07-2019 at 5:19pm
	Thank you all! We love the Martinique OB. I wish we could say we picked it... but it kinda picked us (incredibly thankful for it)! That is a story in itself. She is glad that the projects are done too, lol. Starting to take toooo much time... But, all sorted and forgiven now! If you see us on the Clarion River (Piney Dam Reservoir), stop and say 'hi'!
	1988 Correct Craft Martinique B/R, PCM 454, ~577 HRS.

1988 Martinique Winter of 18-19 Projects Complete!

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