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I saw this "elsewhere" and thought it was worth passing on ...
You check on Certain Other Boating Forums and ask the experts there of course. You will always get a clear truthful answer on which boat is better than the other! Hahaha,,,, honestly, p
some of the things I looked for when purchasing my new boat was:
1-fit and finish, always look for gelcoat in not so obvious places. Some manufacturers substitute paint for gelcoat
2-look at gaps around all hatch doors, check them for smooth operation, feel there weight and structural integrity
3-through bolted hardware instead of screwed !
4-neatness and accessibility of wiring
5-accessability of all hardware, thru hull fittings, ball valves (make sure these are marine use approved, not Home Depot varieties) pumps, batteries, etc
6-all hoses double clamped on thru hulls and pumps
7-walk around the hull, bumping it with your hand, listening for a solid thud sound, never a thin hollow sound.
8-stay away from any boat using wood as any part of construction of the hull, stringers or transom.
9-carry a mirror with a extendable handle and a flashlight, look in areas not easily seen. Check for obvious issues and oversights.
10-allways take the boat you are considering for a sea trial. Watch for any flexing, unusual noises, general solid feel and ride,
11-look for any short cuts taken in the manufacturing process, does it look like it was built with pride or does it look like it was hurried through to get to the next boat.?
I know this is common sense stuff, I hope it helps someone
You check on Certain Other Boating Forums and ask the experts there of course. You will always get a clear truthful answer on which boat is better than the other! Hahaha,,,, honestly, p
some of the things I looked for when purchasing my new boat was:
1-fit and finish, always look for gelcoat in not so obvious places. Some manufacturers substitute paint for gelcoat
2-look at gaps around all hatch doors, check them for smooth operation, feel there weight and structural integrity
3-through bolted hardware instead of screwed !
4-neatness and accessibility of wiring
5-accessability of all hardware, thru hull fittings, ball valves (make sure these are marine use approved, not Home Depot varieties) pumps, batteries, etc
6-all hoses double clamped on thru hulls and pumps
7-walk around the hull, bumping it with your hand, listening for a solid thud sound, never a thin hollow sound.
8-stay away from any boat using wood as any part of construction of the hull, stringers or transom.
9-carry a mirror with a extendable handle and a flashlight, look in areas not easily seen. Check for obvious issues and oversights.
10-allways take the boat you are considering for a sea trial. Watch for any flexing, unusual noises, general solid feel and ride,
11-look for any short cuts taken in the manufacturing process, does it look like it was built with pride or does it look like it was hurried through to get to the next boat.?
I know this is common sense stuff, I hope it helps someone