Make no mistake this boat is going to be a project. There are some areas that look lovingly restored. Others, well, not so much. I suspect everything, repeat everything leaks. Whenever I see a tarp over a cabin I get nervous. If the deck is sound it’s just a lot of removing fixtures, clean, caulk and rebed. If the deck is wet, fasten your seat belt.
Gooseneck (boom hinge) I didn’t see a picture of. Worst case is a new fitting which isn’t terrible. Engine paint - probably not a concern but you want to know the cause Port lights - see comment above Loose stanchions - that’s a big question mark. It could be a sign of a wet deck, it could be just a different definition of loose. Investigate Original standing rigging - it should probably be replaced once every 30 years if it needs it or not. If the price is right is could be a fun project and a rewarding boat. You do have to ask yourself if you’re willing to take on the project and learn the skills required. This lists a tremendous resource and others, far more knowledgeable, will chime in I’m sure. The big plus is the newer engine. Good luck John > On Mar 30, 2016, at 6:38 PM, CHRIS HOBSON via CnC-List > <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > > Hoping to get some perspective from the group on a boat I’m interested in. > I’m not a surveyor but I took some photos and video (in the link below) of a > 86’ C&C MKIII I'm considering making an offer on. And would really appreciate > some thoughts on it to save me the hassle of paying a surveyor if something > is obviously wrong with it. The possible areas of concern without a proper > survey and my limited knowledge are: > > - water in the core of the deck around the mast (see photos) haven’t tested > - corroded boom (hinge?) > - some bubbling/corrosion under paint on engine > - bad seal around two large side port-lights, interior I saw silicone around > perimeter > - few loose stanchions > - original (I think) standing rigging > > Short story is owner bought it a year ago didn’t sail it much or from what > I’ve seen, maintain it. Here is a link to view the photos/video I took. I did > not do a correct test with a hammer or moisture reader on deck but did walk > around quite a bit and there was nothing obvious in the way of soft spots. > > Anyway here is the link would love to hear what others think: > > https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0Bx6tzmnoism-Y2g1UERWXzZ6NXM&usp=sharing > > <https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0Bx6tzmnoism-Y2g1UERWXzZ6NXM&usp=sharing> > > Cheers > Chris > > > > > _______________________________________________ > > This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you like > what we do, please help us pay for our costs by donating. All Contributions > are greatly appreciated!
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