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    question about battery for testing

    Hi all, I am restoring an old starcraft islander and I'm ready to put it in the water for some testing?see how the engine runs, etc. I went down to the walmart to get a starting battery and they only carry one marine starting battery, and they were sold out. This got me thinking about some...
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    New Starcraft Islander?and I have general boat questions!

    Hi all, I just picked up a 70's starcraft islander (photos coming later today!), and I have some questions. I'll list specific ones that I have (although I guess they aren't exactly islander-specific), but please feel free to chime in with any (seriously, ANY) other information about islanders...
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    maintenance for aluminum hull v. fiberglass?

    I am looking for a new boat that will be used in saltwater. I was under the impression that aluminum hulls were pretty much indestructible, but lately i've been reading stuff that makes me less sure. Turns out people say that aluminum will corrode in salt water. Is this true? More...
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    is length or hull shape more important for handling rough waters?

    I have a really stupid question and it's highly theoretical so hopefully nobody jumps on my about being unsafe 'cause i'm not about to put any of your theories into practice do not worry. I am a long ways away from buying a boat but i am wondering what to look for. when it comes to big water...
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