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[Point-No-Point]

I am so glad this forum is here. I am a new member and I am the new owner of an Aquasport 176 Family Fisherman! I picked it up for $1,000 with a 90hp Johnson that needs a rebuild. I have a fresh 1974 70hp Evenrude to put on it. I hop that is enough power to get her on plane.

It is a beautiful boat that needs some love. This boat shows a history of fishing. There have been rod holder mounts, cleats and electronics mounted and removed over the years. There are dings and holes to patch. The transom cap is cracked but I have not removed the motor and cap to inspect the transom. If there is a problem, I will likely use Seacast. Shout out to Bondobill (Transom rebuild 222 FF). I spoke to the people at Seacast about the project and it was clear that they want to coach customers through the process. They are very helpful and immediately looked up my model of boat to talk about what I can expect in this project. They also certify the transom after the rebuild if it is done with documentation and their coaching. That is great if I were to sell in the future. That will never happen. This boat is too perfect for my needs. I have to get off to work. There will be more to come and pictures. Again thanks to Bondobill and thanks to all who participate here at Classic Aquasport. I am proud to be a new member and very proud to own one of the best boats ever made.

Out

[DanB]

Hey everyone. I am new to the boating scene with my recent purchase of a 1997 - 225 Explorer. Never owned any other boat prior and have no boating experience. I love the overall layout of the boat and have no regrets after two months of owning it. I have been learning a lot from the forum here and glad to be member. I already have taken on some minor projects on it and I am sure it will be an ongoing process.

Dan

[cj10773]

 Hello , what a neat and great website with great info. I do not currently own a aqua sport but am in the process of looking for a 175osprey . does any one know the last year the 175  were built with wood transoms or when did they start using composite transoms? also were there any years that they may have used a composite deck? any information is greatly appreciated

[RickK]

She seems to be in great shape! The 225 Explorer is a pretty popular model, for good reason.

[RickK]

Welcome aboard CJ!! Figure the mid 90s is when the transoms went the composite way, stringers were always glass with foam inside and I am not sure the soles ever went the composite way - end-grain Balsa is what was used.

[Capt. Bob]

Welcome aboard to both emptypckts and CJ.

[DanB]

Thanks Rickk and Capt. Bob!! Great source of information here and I am learning quite
 a bit from the forum. It's nice to be able to learn from others experiences and the plus side it saves me a lot time as a beginner

[Dockcove]

Hello everyone,

I am a new member. Thank you. I live in Nova Scotia and have seen an Aguasport ccp 222 84 for sale and thought this may be the place to get some info before I make a decision.

Philip

[RickK]

  Philip.
If you haven't found the gallery yet here are a couple links to the CCPs - they are great offshore fishing platforms.
http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=11624&title=80scatalogccp222&cat=739

http://www.classicaquasport.com/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=11622&title=80scatalogccp&cat=739

[dgithens1]

New here. Owner of a 2004 Osprey with a 90hp Johnson 2 stroke. Looking forward to the community!

[RickK]

Welcome aboard DG

[Dockcove]

Nice site , just joined . Looked at a 222 cp today and was hoping I could get some help from the knowledgeable members here.

Thanks

[RickK]

Welcome aboard Dock 
Start a new topic in the Aquasport Discussions forum and start asking your questions.

[Capt. Bob]

Welcome aboard to both DJ and Dock.

[joe205cc]

Hello all, Joe the new guy. I have a '98 Osprey205 with a 150 Johnson. I was looking for information and came across your site.
You helped me get the info I needed before I even consider joining, Thank You. Hope I can Help others in the future.