Buying Advice

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Buying Advice

Postby nickf » 23 Jul 2009, 14:53

Hello.
I have been looking at a clinker built speedboat with a Holden red motor. The hull has been repainted and has had a few repairs, the seats have been reupholstered.
A couple of planks have been replaced and there are one or two cracked ribs,
What should I be looking for, not worried about motor.
Would like to find a wooden boat builder or a knowledgeable enthusiast in the Warrnambool area.
Any help advice greatly appreciated.
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Re: Buying Advice

Postby bootlegger » 23 Jul 2009, 19:51

I guees it all depends on the price and how much work you want to do. I would be checking for anything that has been covered up. Im not keen on glassed over hulls.
I would also take it for a run to make sure it handles well. There is nothing worse thatn a hull that wont handle. Dave 0413766501


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